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Jazmin
Mother Daughter Song in Spanish
Jazmin, on July 15, 2023 at 12:49 PM

I am planning a wedding for Sept 2024. I lost my mom to cancer in 2019. I always dreamed of dancing a song with her when I get married and still want to do so while holding her picture. Can anyone...

Jessica, Feb 28, 2024 3 209
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Help with signature cocktail names
Cayla, on February 22, 2024 at 4:29 PM

Hi! We are getting married in Mexico and really want to incorporate our dogs into our wedding. We are trying to come up with signature drink names with their names in them. Their names are Hazely and...

Haley, Feb 26, 2024 4 92
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Grand March (czech): minimum number?
Lacie, on February 10, 2024 at 5:09 PM

If you're familiar with this tradition (the Czech/Polish dance, not the grand entrance of the bridal party), what would you say is the minimum number of participants that we would need in order for it...

Veronica, Feb 22, 2024 2 53
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Wedding in April 2025, found out we are expecting (due date September)
Lynn, on February 21, 2024 at 10:34 PM

I am looking to get some advice on when is the optimal time to look for a dress for my situation. My wedding is in April 2025. I am currently expecting and my due date is September 15. I was...

Andrea, Feb 22, 2024 1 72
Alyssa
Donut Wall for Wedding Reception
Alyssa, on February 17, 2024 at 3:23 PM

Hi everyone! What is everyone's thoughts on a donut wall or donut display? The ones I've seen at a couple weddings have looked a bit tacky so I would love your honest input please!

Michelle, Feb 21, 2024 4 88
Amanda
Songs for Grandma
Amanda, on February 19, 2024 at 9:28 PM

My fiancee wants to dance with his grandma but we can't figure out a song, needs to be country. Thanks

Andrea, Feb 20, 2024 1 21
Victoria
Hire Wait Staff
Victoria, on December 27, 2017 at 5:42 PM

Hi, I want to self cater my wedding, but I don't want my family members to have to serve. What are some ideas for a wait staff? I was thinking I could advertise at a culinary school, but I want...

Samantha, Feb 20, 2024 51 17,150 2
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Fireworks Photos?
Aly, on February 17, 2024 at 11:40 AM

My uncle surprised us a week out with offering to do a professional firework shoot at our wedding. We’re having the wedding on our property outside of city limits so we are able to have them. Our...

Andrea, Feb 19, 2024 3 44
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He wants a casino wedding
Michele, on August 18, 2021 at 2:11 PM

Hi all, my name is Michele, and I'm about to have a nervous breakdown. My fiancé and I have been engaged for almost a year now. We've discussed our wedding plenty of times, and we always agreed that...

Nicholas, Feb 19, 2024 11 632
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Correct Amount to Pay Friendor Serving as the Reception Mc/dj?
Catherine, on January 29, 2024 at 5:37 PM

Suggestions please on a respectful cash amount to give a friend who has agreed to act as the MC/DJ for our wedding reception? We have a playlist already made up, and the venue has a wireless...

CM, Feb 18, 2024 3 77
Shanna
Looking for nice plastic china and utensils
Shanna, on January 16, 2024 at 10:20 AM

Does anyone have any they can recommend with nice heavy plastic china plates and utensils?

Hannah, Feb 17, 2024 4 54
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Mother/grandmother Drama
Thomas, on January 24, 2024 at 11:05 PM

Background My 9yo daughter (from a previous relationship) will be standing up as a Junior Bridesmaid on the side of my future wife in our upcoming wedding. She is thrilled to be included in such an...

Hannah, Feb 17, 2024 6 164
Paulita
Mom (bride) dance with sons
Paulita, on February 6, 2024 at 10:04 PM

I am getting remarried in May and my sons (21 and 24) are giving me away. I need a song to dance to them with but am having trouble finding one that isn't about them getting married. Any suggestions? ...

Pat, Feb 12, 2024 4 94
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Goblet vintage cups
Kristin, on February 9, 2024 at 9:25 AM

Anyone know where I can find these very cheap? Or rent them?

Skylar, Feb 11, 2024 11 68
Teresa
Centerpieces...
Teresa, on February 3, 2024 at 10:47 PM

I was wondering what ya'll are doing for centerpieces? I bought 7 of these. I can't wait to get the flowers added to them.

Teresa, Feb 9, 2024 9 118
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Ghosted by my Venue?
Priscilla, on January 24, 2024 at 10:30 AM

I am at the beginning of our wedding planning, trying to pick a venue. We found one and where about to sign a contract in December for a September 2024 wedding when had a series of misfortune (my...

Skylar, Feb 8, 2024 5 128
Sarah
Dream wedding vs saving money
Sarah, on March 14, 2019 at 12:48 AM

I'm torn between wanting my dream wedding and trying to save money. If there was one thing about your wedding that you originally thought would be part of your dream but you later realized it wasn't...

Victoria, Feb 8, 2024 25 1,474 1
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nye timeline
Natalie, on February 7, 2024 at 1:18 AM

Hello! My fiancé and I are planning a NYE wedding. Our venue is very lovely outdoors so we want to take advantage of the scenery and have our ceremony just before sunset. However, we are concerned...

Hanna, Feb 7, 2024 5 105
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Opinion on French macarons as favors?
Natalie, on August 23, 2018 at 10:55 AM

Hi everyone! I'm on the fence about leaving a favor for our guests, since I know a lot of the time they get forgotten and left behind. If we do a favor, we want it to be edible so at least it won't go...

Pastreez, Feb 7, 2024 28 968
Rose
Rentals
Rose, on February 6, 2024 at 3:27 PM

Has anyone ordered from Efavormart.com? I'm debating on using a rental company for linens and plate ware but am realizing it's cheaper to purchase rather than rent? At least that's what it seems like....

Rose, Feb 6, 2024 3 84
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