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Third times a charm?

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Christine, on March 9, 2013 at 11:30 AM

Hello everyone. I have a question. I am 47 and looking at my third marriage next year. It will be his second and he is 58. For various reasons, this feels like my first real wedding. Same for him. Initially we were talking about a cute backyard wedding, he would cook, we would decorate, and we could do it real cheap. It just didn't sit well with me. So, apparently, we have this GREAT venue just two miles from the house. I fell in love with it and the idea. And really, do i want to work that hard on my wedding day. This is the man of my dreams and i've had the nightmares. But, now we are up to 3 people standing up with us each, a hefty price tag (we can afford it) the works. It won't be a high formal, but it will be high end, very tasteful. So, the question: at our age, after 3 marriages for me, how tacky is this? Does it even matter? Shouldn't it be whatever the heck we want? I'm amazed I'm even considering this...lol. Thanks for any thoughts. C

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Melissa · on June 28, 2013 at 3:32 PM
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This is my third, I am 39 and his second, he is 36. We both had big first weddings in our young 20's. My second was just my children, parents and grandparents, small quick ceremony no party. This upcoming wedding seems to be very special and meaningful to us. We were going to do a DW or a JP ceremony followed by a backyard party. But now it's turned into 100 guests, outdoor ceremony, wedding dress, tux, my kids in the bridal party with a MOH and BM and reception at our favorite golf course. The works. We are paying for it ourselves and everyone is very excited for our May 2014 wedding
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Just Said Yes July 2018
Flgiirl · on April 26, 2018 at 2:45 PM
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I’m in a very similar scenario. This will be my 3rd his first. I’m 42, he’s 37. I’m struggling with who and how to ask to be a part of my bridal party. I want him and his family and me to be able to enjoy our special day but can’t help but feel bad this is my 3rd. I’ve been thru A LOT over the years and am thankful to finally find happiness I’ve not known, peace and joy. Nonetheless, asking the same person a 3rd time to be my maid of honor, part of me feels embarrassed if that’s the right word. How to handle this?
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