Discussions from HappyGirl in WeddingWire

NWR: Lack of maternal instinct? is there something wrong with me?

Nicoletta, on December 8, 2014 at 11:07 AM

I am getting married next month and I am 31 years old. Many people my age are dying to have children or already have children, getting pregnant is the top priority on their list. As hard as I try, I...

Starlight, Dec 9, 2014 35

Minor plastic surgery before wedding? Advice please (gulp)?

Megzie, on November 9, 2014 at 5:19 PM

I have had a birthmark in the center of my forehead for my entire life. I hate it and it makes me feel super ashamed. I work with children/teens and they always ask me about it, saying how much...

Steve, Jan 16, 2026 42

NWR: Need Gift ideas for friend pregnant with twins!

Maltese, on October 9, 2014 at 9:29 AM

FH's friend (and best man's sister, whom I ADORE) is pregnant with twins. YAY!!! Long story short is that her husband and her came to Michigan from Alaska to stay with us this time last year while...

ValZtoB, Oct 9, 2014 19

*NWR but why do people think it's ok to ask such personal things?

JaKLyn, on October 3, 2014 at 4:43 PM

So I spent part of my morning training someone new at work (which is the worst). After seeing pictures on my desk of myself, my fh and our daughter she flat out asked me if he was her dad. Ummm,,...

MrsSchultz, Oct 4, 2014 52

Your sucky proposal stories.

Enya, on September 25, 2014 at 2:07 PM

Inspired once again by JK8115 (soulsistah4evah!) I know there are a few of you on the boards that have this so feel free to share, otherwise this will just be my embarrassing little thread :p

Nicole, Jul 28, 2016 71

Post wedding CHOP!

KM, on September 21, 2014 at 4:50 PM

I don't know about you long haired ladies, but I'm SO ready to get rid of my hair. I've been growing it out for over a year to get it to the length I want for the wedding, but as soon as we tie the...

KaylaP, Sep 24, 2014 75

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What did you forget?

MrsMarshall, on September 11, 2014 at 7:10 PM

I am paranoid, and I am sure I will forget something on my wedding day. Is there anything that you forgot to take with you or forgot to do on your big day?

Kimberly N, Sep 12, 2014 35

Unique Requests (Update in comments)

Angie, on September 7, 2014 at 8:11 AM

I was just curious if anyone had any weird requests from guests? One of my friends asked me if she could have an umbrella at my ceremony and that I rent a "special" chair for her. My outside ceremony...

Finally mrs.jkr, Sep 16, 2014 65

10 years and no proposal!

Jennifer, on September 7, 2014 at 8:53 AM

I need a little help navigating my thoughts. I just made 10 years w/ my boyfriend over the summer. We have 2 young children together and have lived together for 9 years now. We were kids when we got...

Dina, Dec 9, 2023 34

Show me your getaway dresses!! (Pictures!)

Lyssa, on July 25, 2014 at 11:27 AM

I know there's the great debate of wearing a different dress to the reception than the ceremony dress (for the record, I'm wearing my GORGEOUS dress the whole time because it's so pretty!) but is...

HappyGirl, Jul 25, 2014 12

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Trying on dresses update- wasn't too bad!! Pics included

Lauren, on July 25, 2014 at 1:21 PM

I posted yesterday about dreading this process, and I actually enjoyed it today! I went alone to David's Bridal, and tried on 3 dresses that I had in my favorites. It wasn't too bad! I found one that...

Coco, Jul 26, 2014 15

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Where to find shorts

Kris10, on July 7, 2014 at 11:47 PM

I'm looking for spandex or very short shorts for under my gown. Not so much shapewear- my gown is a modified ball gown so I don't need any shaping, but I noticed at my first fitting, it was VERY hot...

Kris10, Jul 8, 2014 15

DIY Makeup vs. MUA

Mrs. F-u-..., on July 7, 2014 at 2:35 AM

I'm on the fence whether to do it myself (buy the primers and everything I don't use now and practice getting the look right) or should I lay it into the hands of a MUA? I had a makeup trial a couple...

Mrs. F-u-..., Jul 11, 2014 19

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favorite and least favorite parts of being a bridesmaid

Starlight, on July 7, 2014 at 5:11 PM

When I was a bridesmaid, my favorite part was helping to plan the pre wedding events. My least favorite part was when I was not being a bridesmaid and still being stuck with the duties like taping...

Zoe, Jul 7, 2014 12

NWR: Throwing myself a pity party

Kerri, on July 3, 2014 at 10:38 PM

I know that I have a great job being a RN, and I enjoy what I do. I also have a schedule that a lot of people would love, but every time holiday weekends come around that I have to work it kills me...

~*World Of Whimsical, Jul 4, 2014 25

NWR: It's My Birthday and Became Dogie Parents this weekend!

Kendra , on June 9, 2014 at 3:07 PM

Just excited its my birthday today, double digits until the wedding! AND my Fiance and I became doggie parents this weekend! We rescued/adopted her from the local pound! We are so very excited to...

DisneyNut, Jun 9, 2014 14

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Apple Cider Vinegar Toner?

Tasia, on June 9, 2014 at 3:03 PM

Has anyone tried apple cider vinegar as toner? I recently heard from a friend that she used apple cider vinegar as a toner after washing her face and before applying lotion in the weeks approaching...

Private User, Jun 10, 2014 17

NWR: What are your thoughts on...

Ashlee, on June 9, 2014 at 10:00 AM

Child leashes? This past weekend i was driving and a father was walking his child (about 4 or 5 yrs old) on a leash on a main road while pushing a stroller with a baby in it. The road is pretty busy....

Abby, Jun 10, 2014 50

Wedding cake... A old goodie, or an expensive beauty

marina, on June 9, 2014 at 2:56 AM

So personally I'm abride who loves to save money I've tasted some cakes... and I know I'm not a fan of fondant no matter how beautiful, so I'm thinking of getting my cake form ...... Walmart, at the...