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Lesley-Anne, on May 2, 2020 at 4:38 PM Posted in Community Conversations 0 4

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We had to cancel our March 20th wedding 4 days prior. It was at the beginning of all the covid shut downs and it was heart breaking to say the least... now trying to figure out what to do.
Our wedding was destination in Key West. All our guests had to cancel flights and hotels... everyone has airline credits. Hotels all were refunded. On top of it all my future MIL passed away last month so we aren't in celebration mode.
We have been thru a lot these last 2 months but thru it all my FH and I are just so ready to be married. He literally asks me everyday when we are getting married... Im not sure if we should just go to Key West ourselves as soon as it opens up and 'elope' just us or if we should plan something with guests in KW. I feel bad in a way picking a new date for guests to come. With this pandemic some of our friends and family have been out of work and finances have changed. They wedding was supposed to only have about 25 guests so it would be even smaller. I feel kind of stuck on getting married in KW only because if we don't we lose about $2K spent on vendors. Its been suggested just change everything to something local... then I'd have to replan everything and I am just feeling really defeated. Any sort of advice or encouragement is appreciated. 💗

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Latest activity by Gina, on May 6, 2020 at 10:03 PM

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N · on May 2, 2020 at 7:00 PM
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We decided to do just a small ceremony with family who feel like attending. Ours also is a micro-DW to south carolina and we’ve rescheduled for July. I feel like with all the restrictions a lot of your guests will be forgiving on not getting the invite to the rescheduled since who knows home many people you’ll be able to include. Right now I keep seeing no gatherings of more than 10. I’m hoping by July that’s increased.
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Kari · on May 2, 2020 at 7:08 PM
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Oh I'm so sorry.
I would definitely say, get married as soon as you are able. Whether in KW or locally is up to you. I'm not sure exactly what you have planned, but you could easily do a courthouse ceremony locally now, and then go to KW, either with or without your guests, to do a honeymoon or reception later. I think you can make it work so you can get married (go for it!) and also take advantage of the money you have already paid by having a special KW trip, whether its your wedding, an elopement, a honeymoon, a vacation, or a reception with your guests. If you want to get married I just wouldn't worry about pushing things off until everything can line up. Just do it!
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Natalie · on May 2, 2020 at 7:25 PM
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I am so sorry - I cannot imagine how hard that must’ve been. We’re getting married next year in Key West, also a small wedding. We live a few hours away just outside of Monroe County that has been closed to visitors. We check everyday for news as to when they’ll reopen, because the keys was something we did every weekend. The last few days have been the most progressive, they’ve begun opening non-essential businesses to locals but 90% of their revenue depends on tourism, so I am sure they’ll be up and running again by summer.
Perhaps have an intimate ceremony in your home town to be married, and plan your anniversary reception in key west a year from then? That way, you don’t lose the deposits from vendors and it’s the best of both worlds. I know these decisions are hard no matter what....I wish the best for you! ❤️
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Gina · on May 6, 2020 at 10:03 PM
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Hi Lesley-Anne,
I am so sorry for your loss. Having to postpone your wedding and then loving your MIL is so devastating. Please know we are here for you!
Postponing your wedding is not an easy decision, and it's tougher when it's not your call. BUT Key West is such a beautiful place -- I'm sure it will be equally fun and relaxing when you're able to head down there.
WeddingWire has gathered some resources here: COVID-19 Wedding Support Central. You'll find articles like:
- What to Do If You Have to Cancel Your Destination Wedding
- You’ve Decided to Postpone Your Wedding. Now What?
- “My Wedding Was Postponed Due to Covid-19, but Now I Get a ‘Do-Over’”
If the financial strain of this pandemic prevents some of your guests from attending, will you be OK with their absence? Will waiting until 2021 guarantee their presence? You can't control anyone's circumstances, of course, so maybe you could take an informal poll of the family and friends that you most want to see at your wedding. Their responses may help you decide your next step. In the end, you should make the decision that feels right for you.
If I were in your shoes, I think I would elope with my partner and do a celebration later down the line. You two need something to celebrate right now!
Sending you so much love! Good luck with your new date, whenever it may be!
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