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Fighting a lot before wedding
Megan Thompson, on July 16, 2021 at 12:25 AM

So long story short my fiance and I have been fighting ALLOT this week and the past 2wks. And it seems like the closer we get to the wedding the more often we're arguing. He has an attitude constantly...

Megan Thompson, Jul 20, 2021 16 1,159
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fh told me he wants a prenup
Rachel, on April 5, 2021 at 10:52 PM

We are at dinner ( having drinks ) he tells me we need to get the prenup going. And how we need to protect our assets . since we have both been through a lot. I have been through divorce but we were...

Melissa, Jul 20, 2021 127 5,914
Caitlyn
95 days - stressed out.
Caitlyn, on July 19, 2021 at 10:13 PM

Hey y’all! We’re 95 days away from our October wedding. I’m so excited but extremely stressed out. I had my “meet the gown” appointment this past weekend and I need to get on scheduling my alterations...

Melissa, Jul 20, 2021 4 373
Madison
Frustrated with fmil
Madison, on July 18, 2021 at 2:44 PM

So I just need to vent. I’m sorry if this is long. I want to preface this by saying I love my Future MIL. She’s great! She’s super supportive and helpful, we get along well, she gets along well with...

Casey, Jul 19, 2021 6 341
Ingrid
Do i invite the Ex- who is also my fh son's mother
Ingrid, on July 18, 2021 at 12:34 PM

I have been with my FH for almost 5 years. We have a daughter together and he has two other sons (both different women). My youngest bonus son's mom and I have had our ups and downs over the years....

Steph, Jul 19, 2021 12 1,237
Melissa
Fiance No Longer Wants To Get Married
Melissa, on December 30, 2020 at 10:12 AM

So my fiance just told me he no longer wants to get married. I am at a complete loss of what to do now and in utter shock. We've been together for almost 4 years and engaged for 2 and a half. He...

Jenn, Jul 19, 2021 27 9,979
Lynnie
Different Religious Beliefs - Red Flag or Deal Breaker?
Lynnie, on August 13, 2019 at 11:45 AM

What role does religion play in your relationship? Would having two different religious beliefs be a red flag or a deal breaker for you? *Fun fact from our Newlywed Report : 18% of couples married in...

Melissa, Jul 19, 2021 73 3,852
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Future mil is mad because i hired a florist
Dandelion Fluff, on July 16, 2021 at 9:47 AM

Hi, all. This is my first post. This is going to be a little long. I am having some difficulty with wedding planning. When we first got engaged, fiance's mother didn't show much interest (probably...

Dandelion Fluff, Jul 19, 2021 25 874
Natasha
Sister , Bridemaids and Alcoholism
Natasha, on June 11, 2021 at 8:29 AM

Hello Everyone, Quick question for y’all. I am getting married in May 2022 and I would like your input in this situation. My sister is a bridesmaid (my initial plan wasn’t to include her however my...

Vicky, Jul 19, 2021 8 783
Alexia
Conflicted on making moh into a bm
Alexia, on July 15, 2021 at 3:11 PM

I’ll try to keep this long story short! But a ton has happened this past year and I’m like trying to think if I am being to emotion or not! So I made my MOH my MOH 2 years ago when I got engaged....

Melissa, Jul 19, 2021 23 1,391 1
Kalani
Worried
Kalani, on July 17, 2021 at 2:23 AM

So I have this bridesmaid who just got engaged, and she has been my friend for years.. but I'm worried because her & her fiancé wanted July 16th 2022 which is my wedding date & she knew that,...

Sara, Jul 19, 2021 19 878
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FMIL Fears
Sarah, on July 15, 2021 at 9:02 AM

So my FMIL is super nice but she is a little crazy / neurotic. Like OCD and controlling and insane about planning. I have a planner so everything should be good to go in the planning department but my...

Judith, Jul 18, 2021 8 530
Tara
The Self Absorbed Wedding Guest
Tara, on July 14, 2021 at 6:56 PM

I’m sad, very hurt and in need of advice. My beloved and I are planning to elope My 1st of 2022. We just recently began planning and have already had a falling out with the few guests we invited. The...

Judith, Jul 17, 2021 16 1,145
Jennifer
Future in-laws
Jennifer, on July 16, 2021 at 3:54 PM

How do you guys cope with in laws you don’t necessarily have the best relationship with or like? I’m stressed and struggling! Jennie

Samantha, Jul 17, 2021 6 687
Catherine
Prenuptials
Catherine, on April 26, 2021 at 3:28 PM

Hi, My fiance and I have been together for 13 years. The other day his son asked if I'm signing a prenup. Should I be offended?

Legal, Jul 17, 2021 20 782
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Toxic family guest list
Katelyn, on July 15, 2021 at 7:32 PM

So I’m struggling with my guest list … I’m mixed black and white , my white side doesn’t get along with my black side and my black side really doesn’t care but I want both of them there and then my...

Jessyca, Jul 16, 2021 4 599
Lynnie
Who said "I love you" first?
Lynnie, on May 7, 2019 at 11:05 AM

Who was the first person to say those 3 little words? Who said "I love you" first? Photo from Nicotra's Ballroom in Staten Island, NY Next Question: Where did you go on your first trip as a couple?...

Emilia, Jul 16, 2021 137 764
Lynnie
Cheating - Red Flag or Deal Breaker?
Lynnie, on August 13, 2019 at 11:46 AM

Last question!! Do you firmly believe that "once a cheater, always a cheater"? Or is a history of cheating just a red flag for you? Red flag or a deal breaker? ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thanks for weighing in on these...

Samantha, Jul 15, 2021 85 1,668 1
Chantelle
Slight Vent
Chantelle, on July 12, 2021 at 11:55 AM

Our wedding takes place in Virginia in October 2021. For one of my bridesmaids who lives in Washington state, I offered to pay for her flight, to help alleviate a large expense for her ♥️ Now today...

Francesca, Jul 14, 2021 15 591 1
Lynnie
Selfie Obsession - Red Flag or Deal Breaker?
Lynnie, on August 13, 2019 at 11:46 AM

Just how bad of a sin do you think selfie obsession is? When you scroll through their instagram, if it's all selfies do you panic? Selfie Obsession - Red Flag or Deal Breaker? Next Question: Cheating...

Emilia, Jul 14, 2021 63 790
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