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Height Difference, Anyone?
Megan, on April 26, 2017 at 11:28 PM

My FH is 5'5" and I am 5'7". I don't plan on wearing heels and I know he will have a little heel on his dress shoe, but did anyone else have this sort of height difference? Was it an issue for either...

Sara&L, Apr 27, 2017 15 115
K Dot
RSVP Question - What is the etiquette on this?
K Dot, on April 24, 2017 at 5:37 PM

First, I want to just say please number your RSVPs! I received a blank RSVP today with no names. This person also didn't even indicate whether or not they are coming. So, good thing I numbered the...

K Dot, Apr 27, 2017 28 967
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Friends are unhappy about our engagement
Grace, on April 10, 2017 at 3:04 PM

When we got engaged in December I text people who I thought were important to us, to give them a heads up before I posted it on social media. He has a lot of friends and I get along well with...

Kandi, Apr 27, 2017 22 1,806 1
Jamie
Out of town wedding, meet and greet
Jamie, on April 26, 2017 at 7:32 PM

So since my wedding is being held out of town, and most of our guests are out of state any way, we are going to host a meet and greet for our guests with food the night before. What food options...

Jamie, Apr 27, 2017 4 88
Kim
Nwr: Has anyone else had shoulder surgery?
Kim, on April 26, 2017 at 8:20 PM

Just found out today that I might need surgery on my shoulder. My Dr would like me to get it done in June. I'm worried about it being right before my wedding and recovery times. Any similar...

RZ_ToBe, Apr 26, 2017 8 761
Sos0033
How many hors d'oeuvres at cocktail hour?
Sos0033, on April 26, 2017 at 4:23 PM

Our catering package includes a cheese and cracker display, Mediterranean display (think hummus, pita, tabbouleh, etc.) as well as a vegetable crudité for cocktail hour. How many different passed hors...

AprilR, Apr 26, 2017 13 611
Sos0033
KWR- employer asking when you plan to get pregnant?
Sos0033, on April 26, 2017 at 4:50 PM

I recently started a new temp job that has the potential to turn into a permanent position if all goes well. On my first day, my manager (middle age man, if that matters) started some small talk...

lyla, Apr 26, 2017 38 71
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Who Does the Groomswoman Get Ready with on the Wedding Day? Does She Attend the Bachelor Party?
Amber, on April 25, 2017 at 8:39 PM

My fiancé is having a groomswoman on his side. I have a few questions for anyone who has had a groomswoman in their wedding party. 1.) Who does she walk down the aisle with? We have the same amount of...

Private_User832, Apr 26, 2017 13 1,460
Renae
Wedding Cutlery
Renae, on April 26, 2017 at 9:12 AM

Is it ok to use clear hard plastic plates, knives and forks or do I have to rent the cutlery. Im trying to stay within budget. Let me know if you think it's acceptable, Thanks

Erin Wood, Apr 26, 2017 17 1,189
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Plus Ones/Significant Others for those not in Wedding Party
Katy, on April 25, 2017 at 12:30 PM

Our wedding party will of course bring their significant others or have the option to bring a plus 1. But for some of our regular guests, there are a few who might be in relationships, but we don't...

Kaitlynd, Apr 26, 2017 17 112
TugBride
Ceremony location with no bathrooms
TugBride, on April 25, 2017 at 5:57 PM

So FH and I still have a bit to figure out where we are going to get married we have narrowed down to a couple of choices and I was thinking about it today... Initially we wanted to get married on...

s, Apr 26, 2017 29 630
Sheri
Father unable to walk me down the isle
Sheri, on April 24, 2017 at 4:01 AM

My father is physically unable to walk down the isle he has to be in his electric wheelchair and i have a lovely ballgown wedding dress how do i walk with my Dad without getting my dress either ran...

Shana, Apr 25, 2017 13 1,747
Latisha
Bridal shower 2nd time
Latisha, on April 24, 2017 at 10:55 AM

Is it custom to not have a bridal shower for brides getting married for the 2nd time? Just wondering. No one has mentioned it so I was just curious. Tell me what you think? Be nice as this is just an...

FutureMrsKosloske, Apr 25, 2017 24 1,611
Mrs._S
Asking Junior Bridesmaids
Mrs._S, on April 25, 2017 at 5:17 PM

I know this post has been said and done but I need fresh ideas on how to ask junior bridesmaids from the bride AND groom. Most ideas I see are from the bride. Quick background: There are 3 juniors age...

Sparrow->Lewis, Apr 25, 2017 8 1,293
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Ever been called a bridezilla?
Mara , on April 23, 2017 at 10:57 PM

I've been called a bridezilla a few times when I've ask my bridesmaids to purchase things. Anyone else? If so, how did you handle it?

StokedToBeASaucier, Apr 25, 2017 38 146
MrsVoegs17
Dad and Stepmom strike again... mostly a vent but looking for opinions
MrsVoegs17, on April 24, 2017 at 12:48 PM

So to any of you who have read my previous posts about my relationship with my semi-estranged dad, stepmom, and stepsisters.. they strike again, and this time, I am REALLY hurt. A little back story,...

MrsVoegs17, Apr 25, 2017 53 177
Hopeless Romantic
Groom have mother and father walk him down the aisle?
Hopeless Romantic, on April 24, 2017 at 11:49 PM

Thoughts on having the groom have his parents walk him down the aisle? They are divorced, but civil. I figured since I will have my parents walk me down, it might be nice to have his parents walk him...

Bemyguest, Apr 25, 2017 15 1,226
Heather
Remove wedding website from search engines.
Heather, on April 23, 2017 at 9:47 AM

Does anyone know if there is a way to remove my wedding website from search engines? I know there is a password protect option, but I am trying to make it so that it is not searchable at all. When I...

Elizabeth, Apr 24, 2017 6 679
Leslie
Rehearsal Dinner Budget
Leslie, on April 23, 2017 at 10:20 PM

Hi all! I'm needing some advice. My FH and I are paying for our wedding. He has lost both of his parents and my parents have offered to pay for the rehearsal dinner. What is an average cost? Due to...

BridalBethany, Apr 24, 2017 23 5,589
Hopeless Romantic
Divorced Mother/Father walk bride down isle
Hopeless Romantic, on April 23, 2017 at 11:35 PM

Would it be weird if my mom and dad walked me down the isle? I have a great relationship with both, and they have a civil relationship now even though their divorce ended in adultery 10 years ago.

Mrs. Fall Bride, Apr 24, 2017 14 549
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