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August 18, 2018

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charms88
a Sad Tale of Tungsten & Carbide . . .
charms88, on August 20, 2018 at 3:52 PM

So we had our ceremony this last Saturday & today, my husband's tungsten & carbide ring broke after a short fall onto a tile floor. So before you think about going with a Tungsten &...

Kate, Aug 20, 2018 8 401
Neffe
What is the first holiday you'll celebrate together as newlyweds?
Neffe, on August 14, 2018 at 11:05 AM

After getting married, what is the first holiday that you and your future spouse will celebrate together? Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years - what will it be? Pinterest Endless Wave Studios Thanks...

Ruby, Aug 27, 2019 186
C
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
AQuixoticBride
Ditching the engagement ring after marriage?
AQuixoticBride, on August 10, 2018 at 4:59 PM

I know it may seem impossible to part with it when you get it, but is anyone else not wearing your engagement ring after getting married? The last time I wore my engagement ring was the morning of our...

MrsC, Sep 18, 2023 66
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Readings?
Lauren, on August 6, 2018 at 10:22 PM

So I don't know much about wedding ceremonies, I've only been to one wedding. When I booked my venue, the owner gave us a typical timeline of our event and he said the ceremony usually takes 15...

Sarah, Aug 7, 2018 7
Kaleigh
Unity Ceremony
Kaleigh, on August 5, 2018 at 11:58 AM

Are you doing a unity ceremony? Which one are you doing? Why did you pick the one that you did? FH and I are doing a “blessing of the rings”. The rings are going to be passed through all those...

Mercy, Aug 29, 2018 33
Gen
Photography, ugh *rant*
Gen, on August 5, 2018 at 5:59 PM

So we’re having my friend do photography despite reading the warnings about friendors (which now I suppose I should’ve listened to...) because he’s giving us a really good rate and we like him and...

charms88, Aug 6, 2018 36
Laura
Let's Talk Photos! {Generations}
Laura, on June 14, 2018 at 2:35 PM

When multiple generations are together for a wedding, it can create the opportunity for some really special photos. One of my favorite photo trends is the generations hands photo like the one shown...

Mrscolón, Aug 31, 2018 11
Gonnabeaburch
Is a train bearer necessary?
Gonnabeaburch, on August 3, 2018 at 7:00 PM

So we are having our wedding ceremony (and possibly the whole wedding) at a camp ground in our state national forest. I just purchased my dress today and although it will be bustled for the reception,...

eikukn, Aug 4, 2018 5
charms88
Is this Normal or Needlessly Redundant? Parent/guest Affirmations/blessings
charms88, on August 2, 2018 at 10:23 PM

We're having my father and FH's mother give their affirmation/blessing of our marriage as a kind of alternative to "giving away the bride" - this is done when we approach the officiant at the end of...

Jennifer, Aug 19, 2018 4 159
Lynnie
Personalized Koozies: Into It or Over It?
Lynnie, on July 31, 2018 at 11:05 AM

How do you feel about personalized koozies as wedding favors? These have been a wedding staple for awhile now - but they're starting to get pushed out of the top spot by favors that are edible and...

Kayleigh, May 10, 2020 107
charms88
Thank Yous for Uninvited Guests?
charms88, on August 1, 2018 at 7:52 PM

So we're planning on a smaller ceremony, but I still expect there might be some uninvited people who will show up. How do we go about sending uninvited folks a thank you - and is the general rule that...

MrsV1027, Aug 2, 2018 8
Kooky
Open Bar is a Must?!
Kooky, on August 2, 2018 at 2:02 AM

My family is huge! We love to party and drink. However, due to our budget, we cut our guest list almost in half and decided to opt out the open bar, thinking that family should understand. Right?...

Loren, Feb 18, 2019 210
charms88
Drink Suggestions for a Dry Lunch Reception?
charms88, on July 30, 2018 at 2:23 AM

Hey, there! We're having a morning ceremony with a lunch reception to follow. The item up for discussion at the moment is what beverages we should serve . . . Dad and I both like the idea of having...

Jayla, Sep 26, 2018 27
Sandra
Outraged
Sandra, on July 30, 2018 at 1:50 PM

Just left David's Bridal for an estimate on how much my alterations were going to cost, and I left with a $395 estimate!!! My dress only cost $600! Are alterations always this...

OG Gretchen, Aug 1, 2018 45
Amber
Saying something about cupcakes...?
Amber, on July 27, 2018 at 4:54 PM

My fiance and I are having cupcakes at our wedding this upcoming October. We plan to have about 3-4 flavors just because we liked so many/we wanted variety/when we gave some to our parents to try they...

Maren, Aug 27, 2018 20
Sheraton
How hands on are you with your bridal shower?
Sheraton , on July 25, 2018 at 10:01 AM

I think I have a problem LOL! My bridesmaids have been telling me that I'm too involved! I just feel like this is my only bridal shower and I want it done a certain way, and sometimes people (whether...

Sheraton, Jul 26, 2018 49
Kelly
The cake smash - I do or I don't?
Kelly, on July 25, 2018 at 11:11 AM

Have you and your spouse talked about whether you will be smashing wedding cake in each others faces? Is there a no cake smashing policy or are you ready for it? Photography by: Kreate Photography...

Rhiannon, Apr 22, 2019 109
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