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Annika
Expert November 2020

I'm done.

Annika, on November 27, 2020 at 6:52 PM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 18
My wedding day is tomorrow and I am so freaking done. This wedding planning has been nothing but stressful and horrible and i am tired of pretending that everything is fine and the selfish actions of others have no effect on me. I have had panic attack after panic attack and I just want to cancel this whole thing and be done with it. The weather is forecast for heavy rain and thunderstorms, forcing us to have the ceremony indoors and I have no idea how we will fit everyone. The quartet will have no room and there wont be enough time to set up because we only have an hour and its $500 to add another. My parents and aunt are making things even worse with this stupid "hen night" that my aunt is throwing tonight without any coordination with me, I didnt want to go in the first place, and my aunt booked a hotel MILES away from my house and from my venue. My parents are upset at me being upset at this whole situation and having EVERYONE letting me down over and over again. 3 bridesmaids dropped out. Bach party was a disapointment because no one skated but me and our best man sprained his ankle. And im upset because my family took a huge road trip the week of my wedding instead of coming and spending time with me. Not to mentiom how they dont like my fiance anyways and have made this whole thimg about them. Everyone keeps saying "oh your so strong, youve done such a good job with planning during a pandemic, oh you seem so organized and not frazzled at all etc etc etc when they have no idea i am suffering like crazy with anxiety, have had panic attacks weekly and wish that i had eloped and not included anyone other than my fiance in anything. I am so done.

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Latest activity by Victoria, on December 3, 2020 at 10:22 AM
  • Kristen
    Master November 2020
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    Wow. That is a lot going on and I am so sorry you are feeling this way right before your wedding. So here is the realistic side of things, there is no way to cancel the wedding the day before and elope without upsetting everyone and losing out on money. Girl I just got married and it was when Tropical Storm Eta was brewing so I get the fear of rain and thunderstorms. Luckily we could have our ceremony outdoors but it was drizzle and I could not get the photo ops I wanted with sundown. I will tell you that you may feel a sense of disappointment the day after but honestly when I thought about the fact that I married the love of my life and had fun with some friends and I am starting a new chapter in my life as a married woman...it went away. I can still look back at what was not what I envisioned the day of but there were more happy times than bad and I loved the day. Your final day may not be fully perfect and it sucks that everything you hoped from your family did not pan out but do not let them be the downer to your day. Almost every bride I spoke discussed issues before and during their wedding but they still enjoyed their day because they focused on them marrying their loved one and that is the advice I can give you...that and drink a bit Smiley winking. I do sincerely hope your day tomorrow goes well.

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  • Michelle
    Rockstar December 2022
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    Oh that's awful. Take a deep breath and enjoy your new husband. After the honeymoon, distance yourself from the toxicity.
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  • Annika
    Expert November 2020
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    Thank you for making it through my rant. I hope i can still enjoy my day.
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  • Annika
    Expert November 2020
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    Thank you, i will.
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  • Kristen
    Master November 2020
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    Truthfully even if things aren't perfect just focus on him. I mean I had a small ceremony with two of our friends and my big bro came for the ceremony but just seeing him and he was so happy and had a such a good time that I had a good time. Just get through the hen party and get through the day even with the annoyances (girl I had some meltdowns too and my day did not fully turn out how I dreamed) but it was ultimately a great day and now I am living life as a wifey which I love lol. Worse case, you could do a vow renewal elopement down the line.

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  • Annika
    Expert November 2020
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    Thank you Smiley smile
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  • Michelle
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    I’m so sorry you’re going through this! Focus on marrying the love of your life & know that every single bride on Wedding Wire is with you & has your back! After everything is said & done, distance yourself from those toxic people!
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  • Mrs. Spring
    Master April 2021
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    Girl, you made my blood pressure go up from reading this. Just focus on marrying your man tomorrow.
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  • Jasmine
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    It’s going to be ok, the wedding is tomorrow so there’s no going back. Just focus on getting married, it’s about you and your FH. Pamper yourself tonight. Try to block everyone else’s drama out of your head. The wedding will be beautiful...say it with me! “ The wedding will be beautiful”. You got this
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  • Natalie
    Super November 2020
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    At this point, you just have to let all the stress and drama go, roll with the punches, and just take it all in!
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    Oh man take a second to breathe
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  • Annika
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    Thank you all for reading my rant! I have calmed down (mostly) now and have been relaxing since i got home. I turned on my fav tv show (The Office) poured myself a big drink and relaxed. I packed my bags, set out my dress, and drew a steaming hot bath with a bath bomb. I am excited to marry my best friend tomorow even though its been a hell of a ride to get there. ❤❤❤
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  • Yasmine
    Master October 2020
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    Congratulations on making it to your wedding day and goodluck with everything
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  • Florida Marlins
    Expert October 2017
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    What is a hen night?

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  • S
    Just Said Yes October 2020
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    Even though it’s after your wedding date I do hope that you were able to breathe before the date. I felt the same way with mine and even said I know now why people cry at weddings. Because finally all the stress is over and everything you’ve done to that point has created such a special day you and your fiancé will never forget and mows time to let it out. Lol. Maybe you can take that experience and help future brides prevent those mishaps and actually enjoy the planning aspect. Js.
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  • Victorian Bride
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    I hope your wedding was everything you'd hoped it be, despite all the family issues. Can't wait to see your beautiful photos!! Congratulations!!! ❤💕
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  • Victorian Bride
    Master April 2023
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    Hen Night is a UK tradition, to the best of my knowledge, similar to a Bachelorette party, but with more specific rituals.
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  • Victoria
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    I hope everything went well! I'm glad you were able to rant a little and get some stress off your back!

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