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Eloping
Asked by K.A. from Boston
on January 29, 2007
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My fiance and I were planning a big "to-do" for this summer, but with all the stress of organizing things, we've decided to "elope" next month. We've informed our imme...
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- Hi K., My husband and I eloped last year in March. We did not want to travel far or spend alot of money. We eloped at a bed & breakfast in Newport, RI. Castle Hill...
- My husband and I eloped 7 years ago this coming March. We hired a JP and had it at her house (it was sooo nice and she even decorated it for our special day). Only my ...
- K., A JP will marry you anywhere you wish to be married so make the day special for you and you soon to be husband pick a place that means something to the both of y...
Seamstress in the Area???
Asked by H.M. from Dallas
on August 1, 2007
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Heya Mama's!!
I am currently looking into the idea of having my gown made and possibly a shirt for my hubby for our vow renewal ceremony. We are wanting to do the r...
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- Hi H....my name is D.. It is nice to meet you. I wanted to respond to your request after reading that one of your children has bipolar disorder. My 15 year old daug...
- I would recommend Mary's Dressmakers in Garland, she is an expert seamstress and is very reasonable. She's done alterations for me and built the bustle for my wedding...
- I sew as much as time allows me ;) I have made several garments for myself and my family, including flower girl dresses and formal wear, also a few renaissance costum...
Support and Advice
Asked by M.G. from Philadelphia
on March 23, 2008
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Hey all,
My hubby and I have been thinking about trying for a number two, and although I'm sure millions of people have asked this already, I love getting my own resp...
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- I am 36 with 16 mo. twins. I thank god that I waited until I was mature enough and financially secure enough to handle my little ones. It is VERY expensive having tw...
- Dear M., At 22 you are not going to be an old mom if you wait to have another child until you finish school and get married. You don't say how old your little one ...
- I am 26 and have two kids. Though no one can really tell you when you should have another child and how they should be spaced apart. What I can tell you is financial...
My 3-Year Old as the Ringbearer in Family Wedding!
Asked by J.H. from Boston
on July 14, 2009
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Hello!
My cousin is getting married this weekend in a nice destination wedding in Newport, RI. They have asked for my 3 year old son to be the ring bearer at the wed...
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- Hi, J.. I think the key is to plan to leave the ceremony (or have a sitter to take care of this) if your son begins to melt down or just needs a breather. My son was a...
- He will probably cooperate for the beginning of the ceremony, but depending on how long the whole things lasts, I wouldn't plan on him sitting still the whole time. Tr...
- Hi J., Easy question for me to answer as my son (who will be three in september) was in a wedding last month, ring bearer. The wedding was in CA, and we are from nh....
Wedding Dress
Asked by K.L. from Los Angeles
on July 13, 2009
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Hi Ladies,
My Fiance and I are getting married in September. I am not into the whole big wedding, big dress sort of thing. So we have planned a really small cer...
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- I know you said you tried the dress shops, but go back to david's bridal. I tried on one that was very simple, had no train, no rhinestones, just some simple rouching ...
- Ebay. Group USA, Macy's, Nordstroms, JC Penny, David's Bridal, Alfred Angelo.... Or, if you're a size 20 or smaller, I'll give you mine for $100. It's been cleaned...
- K., Congrats..... I totally understand what you are talking about, simple. I got married on a cruise ship and did not want anything over the top, so I went to JcPenn...
Healthy Boundaries
Asked by J.L. from Chicago
on July 19, 2009
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We are hosting my husband's big family reunion at our house...Because there are some milestone anniversaries with a vow renewal ceremony as part of our big "shin dig"...
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- I would sit down with your husband and calmly explain to him that with everything else going on, pregnancy included, that you need him to ask them to stay somewhere e...
- I would definately say no also! With them having an extra kid, you being pregnant, them not helping out to clean up, and the party being at your house...I would tell m...
- J., You are being very reasonable, especially after the what happened last time they were in town. While I'm sure you've explained to your husband your concerns, i...
Seeking Wedding Ideas for Post Court House Marriage
Asked by R.R. from Salt Lake City
on July 13, 2009
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Hi, my husband and I were married at the court house in October 2008. We had been engaged in March of that year and had decided to try for a baby in May in which we we...
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- R., I just attended a wedding that fits your situation, however, they were not married before the wedding. (had their child and were living together, homeowners, and ...
- I did the same thing. We did the justice of the peace and then a year later we had a formal wedding. What you can do is a reaffirmation of your vows. We were able to f...
- I would focus on renewing your vows. Do everything like a wedding but just change the wording slightly to something like "will you recommit to love and cherish" etc. ...
Present for a Bris?
Asked by A.B. from Chicago
on April 19, 2009
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I am attending my first bris (Jewish circumcision ceremony) next week. Do I need to buy a gift? If so, does anyone have any suggestions?!?
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- A., I am not Jewish, but did go to a Bris for a friend's new son. I gave a savings bond for the new baby. You can get it at the bank and it comes with a little ce...
- From what I understand (I'm not Jewish) although a gift isn't a 'requirement', you are essentially celebrating a big moment in this child's life. The rule of thumb fr...
- hi, a present is great for a bris. you can give baby toys or a cute outfit, or even things mom may need for baby. a bris is almost like a christining, welcoming a new...
What's "Propper" ????
Asked by L.W. from Portland
on July 15, 2009
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Hey girls...... So I am sending out the invites to my wedding soon. Looking over all the wording etiquette is making my head spin! The "they pay", "we pay", hogwash. B...
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- We used "together with our families." The invite doesn't announce who is paying, it announces who is getting married. :) You can include a line that heavy hors d'o...
- I just wanted to add one comment: a lot of posters are suggesting the wording, "Formal attire". To me, that says black tie, i.e. mandatory tux for men. If your club...
- I had the same issue with the wording. In the end, I went with the kids. Mine read "Savanah, Taylor, Connor, and Dustin are happy to announce the wedding of their pa...
Help! Going to a Jewish Funeral...
Asked by S.O. from Kansas City
on August 28, 2007
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I do not want to offend anyone at this funeral and would like any insight on what happens. Is there anything special I as a woman need to wear? What are the ceremonies...
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- S.: It depends if they are Orthodox, Conservative or Reform (not that one is more religious, just different).Orthodox are just more strict, in their practice. As wi...
- Hi S., I'm Jewish, and so here goes! In Judaism, one of the most important things you can do for others is to comfort the bereaved. Your presence will mean a lot ...
- S., I am not Jewish but I could only imagine it cant be any different than any other funeral. My personal suggestion would be to go and be who you are, just paying ...
