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Deirdre
Deirdre

Flight attendant marrying a pilot. Planning a California wedding from Chicago.

Happily married 🎉

October 19, 2018

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Deirdre
Dad in wheelchair walking down the aisle?
Deirdre, on April 13, 2018 at 12:04 AM

My dad has MS and is in an electric wheelchair. Obviously he's going to wheel me down the aisle, any suggestions on how to make this go smoothly/ should I scooter onto the back?? Help please! The...

Melanie, Nov 17, 2021 16
alaynab123
Complete diy wedding from flowers to even accessories and all decorations. My Wedding was nothing short of a dream!
alaynab123, on October 3, 2018 at 10:29 AM

Thought I would share a little look into my our magical day ☺️ I was super concerned with me being plus size I wouldn’t feel like a princess, I most certainly did, and I cannot thank my family enough...

Rebecca, Oct 4, 2018 40
Jenna
Last name dilemma
Jenna, on September 30, 2018 at 2:31 PM

So even before my FH and I got engaged, I always wondered if I would take his last name. I like my last name, I've had it forever. It's kinda unique and people know its German. It stands for me and...

LeLe, Oct 25, 2018 38
AF412
Bottle Opener Favors
AF412, on September 29, 2018 at 11:34 PM

For those that have done or received Bottle Opener Favors, did you do one per guest? Or per couple? I'm still throwing around a couple ideas for favors. This was just one of them. The other is candy,...

ISaidHallYes, Oct 1, 2018 17
Selena Ariel Kyle
Are you planning to /did you stay til the end of the reception?
Selena Ariel Kyle , on September 18, 2018 at 8:14 PM

Trying to decide if we are going to stay the whole time or leave early. What are you planning to do?

Soon To Be Mrs. Stew, Sep 24, 2018 54
Maggie
Over or Under: 4k Honeymoon?
Maggie, on September 11, 2018 at 11:05 AM

In 2017, couples spent an average of $4,000 on their honeymoon (10 percent of their total budget!). Are you splurging or saving on your honeymoon? Are you over or under $4,000? (We don’t...

Mrs. Spring, Nov 18, 2020 154
Ingrid
Finally found the cutest getting-ready outfits for me and Bms!
Ingrid, on September 12, 2018 at 11:54 PM

Sharing in case anyone else had been struggling like me... Ok so I really like the robes idea, but as an avid robe wearer, then tend to expose you! And I was trying to find something nice and not too...

Ingrid, Sep 14, 2018 22
alexisdemetra
Honeymoon Upgrades?
alexisdemetra, on September 11, 2018 at 1:39 PM

My FH and I are headed on a big honeymoon after our wedding to London, Edinburgh, and Ireland. We're so excited! It's our first trip outside of the country together. I've been using a travel agent to...

FutureMrs.Jacobs, Sep 11, 2018 13
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Marriage proposal at our wedding
Connie, on August 12, 2018 at 7:30 PM

Hey all! So my FH has a groomsman who asked us if it would be okay if I purposely handed his date the bouquet when I do the bouquet toss so he could propose to her immediately after. Question for all...

Sarah, Sep 14, 2018 159
Melissa
Wedding dress - how much did you spend?
Melissa, on September 10, 2018 at 11:30 PM

What did y’all spend on a wedding dress? How much is to steep? I don’t want to cheat myself cause I tend to be frugal about money. But I want to be in love with my dress. I don’t want to settle...

Colleen, Nov 24, 2018 30
Daisha
Fiance Called Off Our Wedding
Daisha, on September 10, 2018 at 8:23 AM

Hey everybody. First off, I’ll go ahead and apologize if this post is rather lengthy. I have a lot on my heart and I appreciate any and all guidance. So my fiancé and I have been together about 3...

Tanya, Jan 26, 2023 136
Kelly
The perfect backless bra!! Highly recommend!
Kelly, on September 9, 2018 at 11:04 AM

Ladies!! If any of you are trying to find a backless bra, this is the one!!! It's adhesive and sticks very well!! Its great for big chests too, like DD and above! They go all the way up to H I think....

Kelly, Sep 10, 2018 28
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My Oldest Son
Kia, on September 8, 2018 at 4:10 AM

Well, as we approach our day. My son hasn't yet paid for his tuxedo. I paid to have his fitting done and he said he'd pay for whatever else. But I had told him back in July if he pays the 1st 100..I'd...

Emily, Sep 10, 2018 19
Alexandria
Anyone else fighting with their fiancé more than usual?
Alexandria, on September 7, 2018 at 11:58 AM

We're 4 months out and we've been arguing more than ever! What appointments need to be made, appointment times, what we should spend more money on, what we want or don't want......UGH! Please tell me...

MaryClare, Sep 7, 2018 23
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Wedding planner
Alison, on September 5, 2018 at 9:03 PM

I want to be my own wedding planner. I don't want to spend money on one. If I do and things don't go my way I will turn into a Bridezilla. Is it ok for me to plan my own wedding or where there be too...

Tpatb, Sep 6, 2018 8
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Where to have wedding: family in 2 different states, we live in a 3rd.
Gail , on September 5, 2018 at 10:01 PM

Hello there! I'm sure this comes up a lot but wanted to get it out there and hoping for some help! My family is from NC and my fiancé's is from TX, we currently live in Boston. We met here and have...

MissDec1, Sep 6, 2018 9
Megan
Pregnant Bridesmaid
Megan, on September 3, 2018 at 1:54 PM

Hi everyone! I am planning a destination wedding and trying to keep costs for the bridesmaid dresses lower for my girls. I had been eyeing up a couple of dresses on Lulu’s to be budget friendly....

Mrs. S, Sep 3, 2018 11
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Chicago brides help! Indoor photo locations?
Alison, on August 29, 2018 at 1:41 PM

Hello there! Any Chicago brides in the forums? I am getting married in Chicago (West Town neighborhood - Shapiro Ballroom) on Sat September 8th. We are not doing a first look/morning photo session -...

Kelly, Sep 4, 2018 3
Deirdre
Bad hair/makeup trial. Should i do my own?
Deirdre, on August 22, 2018 at 12:58 AM

I had a makeup and hair trial last time I was in the town that I’m having my wedding in. I already spent $175 on the trial and don’t want to spend much more just to be disappointed, plus, I...

Brandy, Aug 23, 2018 16
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