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Melanie
No kids... How to say it nicely?? And how to include it on the invites?
Melanie, on June 25, 2013 at 4:44 PM

My FH and I have talked about having an adult only reception for several reasons. One being that we want to have a great time with family and friends, not having to worry about tantrums or screaming...

Melanie, Jun 27, 2013 28 1,566
Megan
Bachelorette Gifts?
Megan, on June 26, 2013 at 5:50 PM

So my DH s cousin is getting married at the end of next month. I got an invite to her bachelorette party, since I had invited her along with DHs other local cousins (on his request). She did come to...

Kimberly, Jun 26, 2013 11 4,923
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Price per plate?
Darlene, on June 22, 2013 at 1:48 PM

Hey all, I was just wondering, what is the most ridiculous price per plate that you've ever heard of.

Mrs. Libragurl, Jun 26, 2013 47 2,089
FutureMrsStrahan
Pros and Cons : Kids at a wedding .....
FutureMrsStrahan, on June 23, 2013 at 8:47 PM

Please share your thoughts !

Crystal E. & Steven, Jun 25, 2013 61 1,384
Alysa
Do you have to have a separate song?
Alysa, on June 25, 2013 at 1:57 AM

Do you have to have a separate song for when the bridal party walks down and when the bride walks down? I was thinking of doing "Marry Me" by Train, and having it start before the first person walks,...

jennirosecat, Jun 25, 2013 16 3,399
Lacey
How do married couples formally put their names on checks?
Lacey, on June 24, 2013 at 4:31 PM

I couldn't find any info on how to put our names on our new joint checking account? Mr. and Mrs. John Smith? Jane & John Smith? John & Jane Smith? Obviously not our names but you get the idea - how do...

Bridget, Jun 24, 2013 6 53,374
Jennifer
BBQ laid back wedding?
Jennifer, on April 3, 2013 at 10:25 PM

I know, I know. It's not typical to think this sort of thing is acceptable. Yet, as soon as I stopped thinking about big huge, 130+ person wedding, I instantly calmed down. My fiance and I are laid...

Erika, Jun 24, 2013 28 762
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Are babies considered guests?
Alexis, on June 23, 2013 at 12:25 AM

Would you consider babies as a guest? like they're obviously an invited guest but for like meals and renting a venue. would you add them to the number of people youre inviting? i know this may seem...

TooManyMistys, Jun 23, 2013 17 2,432
K.D.
Do I add kids to my guest list
K.D., on June 22, 2013 at 11:46 AM

I have a lot of cousins and friends who have kids. I am trying to keep the list down, but would it be rude not to include the kids?? Most are younger than teenagers too. Are you having kids at your...

Celia Milton, Jun 23, 2013 28 380
TheNewMrsJ
Male/female Officiant
TheNewMrsJ, on June 21, 2013 at 9:44 PM

Anyone have a particular preference between a male or female officiant?

BalletShoesRachel, Jun 22, 2013 13 2,178
LadyCrystal
Inviting My Psychotic Mother To The Wedding?
LadyCrystal, on June 20, 2013 at 4:19 PM

I'm getting married in a few months & have not invited my mother yet. I know that may sound horrible to some of you but my mother has a history of being violent and verbally abusive. She does not know...

LadyCrystal, Jun 21, 2013 24 244
Amanda
Is it okay to send a wedding gift late?
Amanda, on June 21, 2013 at 7:59 AM

I attended my cousin's wedding three weeks ago. Somehow (I'm blaming it on bride brain), I COMPLETELY spaced and forgot to get her a gift. I literally woke up in the middle of the night last night and...

Nikki Leonard, Jun 21, 2013 16 2,869
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Gifts and Cash stolen! Advice Needed Please!
Anonymous, on June 19, 2013 at 10:40 PM

Hello All, My wife and I got married in Sept 2012 & are just now finding out that some of our cards with $$ were taken from our wedding as well as $$ from purses. We...

Crawline, Jun 21, 2013 20 3,776
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My friend stole my idea...
Soon2BeMrs.W, on June 12, 2013 at 1:53 PM

...and I'm thrilled! I opted not to do a BP because of the drama, cost, drama, differing personalities...did I mention the drama? So I have MOH and the other girls who would have been BMs are involved...

Kesslertobe1018, Jun 21, 2013 13 73
soon to be MAT
Random cake question...chocolate or white cake
soon to be MAT, on June 20, 2013 at 12:18 PM

Do most people prefer chocolate ot white/yellow cake?

Hot chocolate, Jun 20, 2013 34 2,278
FutureMrsStrahan
My fiance wants cinnabon minis as favors .....
FutureMrsStrahan, on June 18, 2013 at 8:48 PM

Not a bad idea, but he forgets we have a budget. I wouldn't even know how to package them to stay fresh. Men I tell Ya Do you ladies have any budget edible snack ideas, that could be used as favors?...

SW517, Jun 19, 2013 20 242
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Appetizer Wedding
Jasmin, on June 19, 2013 at 1:41 AM

My wedding is Next April. I'm having appetizers instead of an actual dinner. Wedding starts at 4 with the reception starting at 6. I'm planning on inviting 136 people. This is what I have as food: 150...

Jacklyn, Jun 19, 2013 14 909
Tiffany
Wedding albums
Tiffany, on June 17, 2013 at 6:32 PM

Seriously, I would love to have one and then two for our parents. Photographers in my area charge around $350 for one with 20pages. I've seen walmart offers you to costumise photo books. 12x12...

Allyson, Jun 19, 2013 15 278
Team Simons
Non-denominational Premarital counseling
Team Simons, on June 18, 2013 at 3:22 PM

Hello Brides! I have a query for you all and I'd LOVE to hear your thoughts! I am a Nichiren Buddhist and I chant Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo. My Fiance does not follow any religion. He respects my religious...

Team Simons, Jun 19, 2013 7 336
Kassie
Anyone else having a Sunday wedding?
Kassie, on June 17, 2013 at 12:59 PM

When we started looking for a venue the difference between a Saturday & a Sunday was $1400! I mean I was totally wanting a Saturday wedding cause it's just more convenient for everyone but...

Nicole, Jun 18, 2013 51 208
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