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Rosilus
Devoted May 2021

Over a year later still no reception ideas for bride and groom only

Rosilus, on September 24, 2022 at 11:20 AM Posted in Planning 1 7
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Hello all so its been 16 months since we've eloped. I guess this question is for couples who eloped (no guests) but couples with guests are also welcome to answer as well. I hope I'm not sounding crazy with this but it's important to me that I complete the process of should I say "the wedding". I still have not had the "traditional" reception(first dance as a wife, cake cutting etc) due to eloping. Some people say I should forget it and move on. However, these things are important to me as a memory to add to my wedding video. It's kind of hard for me not to do it. I still have the decorations that's been packed away for this (2 years ago when we got engaged) I guess I am asking you guys if there are any ideas on how to go about planning this for just the two of or just like others has told me to "forget it and move on?"

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Latest activity by Rosilus, on September 29, 2022 at 10:27 PM
  • Cece
    Rockstar October 2023
    Cece Online ·
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    Tbh, after 16 months of being married, I would probably just let it go. However, I think if you really want to have these experiences, and just can’t let it go, then maybe you could plan a vow renewal with a reception for your anniversary. Then you can have all your friends and family witness you renew your vows and have the full reception with decorations, dinner, spotlight dances, a wedding cake, etc.
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  • Rosilus
    Devoted May 2021
    Rosilus ·
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    Thanks i was actually scrolling through other topics and found one kinda similiar to mine and the vow renewal is what that person did so that makes sense.

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  • Natalie
    Super November 2020
    Natalie ·
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    Would this “reception” also be just for the two of you? If so, maybe you could arrange for an anniversary photo shoot that contain some of these moments followed by a nice dinner.
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  • Rosilus
    Devoted May 2021
    Rosilus ·
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    Thanks I honestly like the sound of that. I just feel like something is missing and I want to complete it. Thanks I will look into considering that.

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  • K
    Just Said Yes October 2022
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    I delayed my wedding due to COVID, and then job obligations. So even though we planned and booked everything in 2019, got married with just our parents and siblings in 2020. We are still having a wedding this year (2022). I felt the same as you- I wanted the pictures, the first dance, daddy daughter dance, ect. My husband and I are both military and have missed many close relative/friends weddings and we didn't want to feel like we missed our own wedding!! I understand people thinking its a little silly- those people are welcome to sit out our wedding with no hard feelings. Those close to us understand and are excited to celebrate with us. This is what I posted on my wedding FAQ page for anyone that was confused!

    Aren't you already married?

    Yes! We got married two years ago, on October 16, 2020. Although, at the time we wanted to celebrate with our loved ones, we did not want to put anyone at risk during the COVID pandemic. We are excited to finally, safely celebrate our marriage and our blended family with all of you!

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  • Jasmine S.
    VIP May 2022
    Jasmine S. ·
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    You could hire a photographer and do an anniversary photo shoot? Dress up (maybe in your wedding clothes or something else nice), get some flowers, and book a photographer for an hour to get some shots of you guys dancing or walking in a nice outdoor location.
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  • Rosilus
    Devoted May 2021
    Rosilus ·
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    Thanks someone else also suggested that and it sounds like a wonderful idea thank you

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