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Breezy
Time off from work for the wedding not accepted.
Breezy, on August 9, 2016 at 2:04 AM

I'm in my cousins wedding in October. I was planning to take a week off so FH and I could complete wedding tasks (cake tasting *we already booked our baker, but choosing our flavors for our...

NotThatFreakinMary, Aug 9, 2016 37 3,466
Tiffany
Cousin/BM hangs out w/my ex?!
Tiffany, on August 6, 2016 at 4:19 PM

Okay, so here's the deal: I went out to breakfast with one of my friends and my cousin/BM the other day. While we were eating breakfast, my BM nonchalantly brings up that she hung out with my ex...

NotThatFreakinMary, Aug 9, 2016 27 1,171
StepDep
Can you register for too many things?
StepDep, on August 7, 2016 at 9:53 PM

My wedding is a ways away still, but I wanted to get the registering out of the way. Thank you to girls and guys on here who made me realize I only need two registries. Both FH and I live with our...

Bee, Aug 8, 2016 21 538
Jessica
How to handle a possible Bridezilla
Jessica, on August 6, 2016 at 2:51 PM

Ok here's the situation. I'm a BM in an upcoming September wedding. I am an out of state BM and have tried to keep in contact and do as much as possible as far as wedding festivities. We are getting...

Kactus Kat, Aug 8, 2016 23 371
Taylor
Don't know what else to do!! Future Sister-in-Law Drama!
Taylor, on August 8, 2016 at 4:21 PM

My future SIL and I are not close. I don't like her attitude and the way she treats her family. She wants to act like an adult but never takes responsibility for her actions. I still asked he to be a...

RealLindseyO, Aug 8, 2016 16 183
FutureMrsTurcios
Dual Language Invitations ---Is this good?
FutureMrsTurcios, on August 8, 2016 at 4:45 PM

FH are both Hispanic and the majority of our families speak only Spanish, however, we do have friends and other family members that only speak English. After attending a Bridal Expo we came across...

FutureMrsTurcios, Aug 8, 2016 12 114
Brumbaughwedding2016
Guest Returned RSVP with A Plus One
Brumbaughwedding2016, on August 8, 2016 at 3:46 PM

We sent out an invitation addressed Mr. John Smith and son 1 and son 2. He returned it accepting on behalf of FOUR guests. He did not indicate who the fourth person he is bringing would be on the...

Niki, Aug 8, 2016 19 614
Gettingmarriedin2016
One of my bridesmaids still hasn't bought her dress
Gettingmarriedin2016, on February 2, 2016 at 4:08 PM

One of my bridesmaids still hasn't purchased her dress yet. She keeps telling me that she's going to do but for one reason or another doesn't get around to doing it. My other bridesmaids purchased...

RaKeisha, Aug 8, 2016 14 1,272
G
Dogs or no dogs?
Geralyn, on August 8, 2016 at 11:06 AM

How many people had their dogs in the wedding? Pros/cons?

Ashley, Aug 8, 2016 24 843
Claire
Private Invite Wording
Claire , on August 8, 2016 at 2:18 PM

So FH and I decided that we are have a small private ceremony in the morning with just immediate family (15ppl) and a huge reception later that evening(100-150 ppl). Are there any suggestions on how...

Fitz, Aug 8, 2016 6 125
A. L.
Can someone explain the difference between Zola and a Honeyfund?
A. L., on August 7, 2016 at 6:53 PM

Is Zola okay if you only register for tangible gifts? Or should couples avoid it all together?

Lisa, Aug 8, 2016 13 1,652
Karin
Ceremony and reception timeline
Karin, on August 7, 2016 at 11:11 PM

I'm trying to figure out a timeline that's convenient for everyone. I'm having a backyard wedding in early April with 40-60 people. I was thinking 4-9pm would be enough time but I just thought about...

Celia Milton, Aug 8, 2016 6 152
Kayla
How many places to register?
Kayla, on August 7, 2016 at 7:05 PM

I was curious how many different places people are registering? I am currently registered at Macy's, Bed Bath and Beyond, and crate and barrel. My mom said three is the max. However, I was curious...

Kayla, Aug 7, 2016 17 434
FutureMrs.Dyson
Announcing dress code?
FutureMrs.Dyson, on August 6, 2016 at 5:54 PM

Hey y'all! So I'm having a formal wedding, and I expect the guest to dress that way. My mom thinks I should put something about it on the invitation because "some people just don't understand" lol. It...

FutureMrs.Dyson, Aug 7, 2016 54 1,825
Erika.
Doubts...?
Erika., on August 7, 2016 at 2:53 AM

Just wondering...is it normal to have doubts about getting married? Really need some unbiased advice.

L.R., Aug 7, 2016 20 186
Brenda
Upgrade Bridesmaid to Maid of Honor
Brenda, on August 6, 2016 at 11:13 PM

I asked my Friend to be my Bridesmaid. But now realizing I should of asked her to be my Maid of Honor. Can I Upgrade her to be my Maid of honor? If so how do I do that?

Brenda, Aug 7, 2016 18 1,586
J
How to label on my seating chart with guests that has not RSVP-ed
JR, on August 6, 2016 at 5:53 PM

I am making up a seating chart and the grooms family is unable to give me all of the names of people who are attending. How can I place them in a seat when I have no name? Can I put down "Did not...

Sarah, Aug 6, 2016 6 2,782
MrsGill
Groom attire horror
MrsGill, on August 6, 2016 at 5:18 PM

So the lady I work for her cousin just got married yesterday, she wore a gorgeous white wedding gown with a stunning veil and the groom wore a blue polo shirt( not even a dress shirt) and jeans with...

annakay511, Aug 6, 2016 21 1,625
A
Ringbearer concerns. Advice?
April, on August 5, 2016 at 11:04 PM

So, my nephew will be my ringbearer. However, he is not very well behaved. I kinda felt like I had to have him because he's my nephew. Examples of behavior: Shreaks when excited, throws himself on the...

Wendy Caviles, Aug 6, 2016 23 187
P
Bridesmaids want Shake it Off as Grand Entrance Song
Private User, on August 2, 2016 at 8:05 PM

My bridesmaids asked if we could play Taylor Swift's Shake it Off during the grand entrance. I don't hate or love that song but I can't seem to settle on any song. Do you think it would be weird to...

Brianna, Aug 5, 2016 11 80
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