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Tammy&Lyndon
Becoming a dual citzen
Tammy&Lyndon, On July 9, 2018 at 00:10

I am getting married next year and I am not sure on the steps of becoming a citzen there. Also the steps I need to be able to get married.

Tammy&Lyndon, wednesday 11-Jul-18 19 127
Ashley
Hashtag Help!
Ashley, On July 11, 2018 at 00:49

Wedding is in 23 days!?! Bride: Ashley Littlewood Groom: Cam or Cameron Gordon Wedding date: August 4th 2018 The best I can think of is #GoingGordon2018 Kiiinda lame. What do you guys think?

Ashley, wednesday 11-Jul-18 2 527
Courtney
Its today!
Courtney, On July 7, 2018 at 07:31

I'm getting married today. Holy crow. Its surreal the day is here. Before I start getting ready I wanted to thank all of you in this community. You are wonderful and caring people and it's been great...

Natasha, tuesday 10-Jul-18 25 214
Stephanie
Warning: engagement photos ahead!
Stephanie, On July 1, 2018 at 17:01

Just had to share some of our engagement photos!

Kay, tuesday 10-Jul-18 14 194
Vanessa
Bachelorette/ Bachlor party dilemma
Vanessa, On July 8, 2018 at 15:50

So we gave the list of people we wanted to one of my bridesmaids. 3 our of 4 of my bridesmaids can’t make it and now the bridesmaid says she doesn’t want one of my fiancé’s friends now my friend too...

Jessie, monday 9-Jul-18 9 154
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Help!!!show me your summer engagement pics!!!
Terri, On June 30, 2018 at 20:03

Ladies I’m lost as to what to choose to wear. I have two weeks to find something and just spent 4 hours going from mall to mall!!! HELP!!!

Peggy, monday 9-Jul-18 5 111
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Cost of a Bachelorette Party
Michelle, On July 5, 2018 at 18:01

How much did your typical guests pay for your bachelorette party? And how much did your bridesmaids pay? It looks like my girls (not including the MOH) will be paying around $125 CAD. This...

Peggy, monday 9-Jul-18 9 630
Gabrielle
Help - what is the difference?!
Gabrielle, On June 26, 2018 at 08:11

Do you have to have a staff and doe AND a bridal shower?? If so, how many months before the wedding?

Michelle, thursday 5-Jul-18 9 176
Jessica
Stag and Doe
Jessica, On June 28, 2018 at 13:07

My bridal party is planning to throw our stag and doe next year on St. Patty's Day weekend. Any ideas on how to tie this in with our games, drinks, etc? Also -- is anyone aware of a company that does...

Jessica, thursday 5-Jul-18 9 564
Susy
#hashtag for Us?
Susy, On July 3, 2018 at 15:22

His name: Michael Gaspar My name: Susy (or Susan) Wolters Wedding: August 25, 2018 What would make for a good wedding hastag? xo

Candace, thursday 5-Jul-18 4 89
Joey
Let's Talk Photos! Engagement
Joey, On June 25, 2018 at 09:41

Have you done (or will you be doing) an engagement photo session? Are you using the same photographer for e-pics that you're using for your wedding? Drop your favorite e-pics below if you have them...

Rachael, wednesday 4-Jul-18 36 256
Carmela
Wedding nightmares
Carmela, On June 22, 2018 at 06:16

Okay so I’m under the 299 days out from the wedding but I’m experience wedding nightmares at least 2-3x a month. Some dreams are about the decor choices was all Halloween theme, or that I’m at my...

Stephanie, wednesday 4-Jul-18 18 174
Courtney
4 Days Left
Courtney, On July 3, 2018 at 17:03

I'm at the 4 day mark. And the anxiety is setting in BAAAAAAAAAAAD. I was fine until today, and now every so often I get what I can only describe as an anxiety attack (which I normally don't get). I...

Courtney, wednesday 4-Jul-18 17 257
Jennifer
Bridal shower or not for destination wedding
Jennifer, On July 1, 2018 at 01:55

Hi all, I'm wondering what the etiquette is about having a wedding shower if we're having a destination wedding. If we do this I can only expect 2 couples going with us to the actual wedding so we...

Brittany, tuesday 3-Jul-18 7 869
BunnyBride
Bridal Registry Vs. Wedding Registry Confusion
BunnyBride, On July 1, 2018 at 10:47

Hi Everyone! I was hoping anyone who has held their own or been to a few Bridal showers might be able to help. I am trying to figure out whether you need to make a bridal shower registry separate from...

Brittany, tuesday 3-Jul-18 8 12,191
Stephanie
Bad Timing for medication!
Stephanie, On June 29, 2018 at 14:47

I’m feeling a little bummed today. I’m getting married in 8 days and yesterday went to the doctor and was prescribed meds that I cannot drink while I’m taking them. I debated just starting the meds...

Helen, tuesday 3-Jul-18 12 187
Vanessa
Bachelorette/bachelor party combined
Vanessa, On June 30, 2018 at 21:47

Hi everyone, our wedding is quickly approaching and it looks like we have a couple of our wedding party members who will be taking on the task of a joint party for us and we are totally cool with this...

Erin, tuesday 3-Jul-18 6 124
Brenda
Rehearsal Dinner Etiquette
Brenda, On June 30, 2018 at 18:57

I have been trying to make sure everyone feels they have a "job" with the wedding leading up to and the day of. My MIL lives 2 hours away and is feeling a little left out. I have been told that the...

Erin, tuesday 3-Jul-18 7 141
Joey
Let's Talk Photos! First Look
Joey, On June 25, 2018 at 09:38

Many couples are choosing to forgo the old tradition of not seeing each other before the wedding, and opting instead to do a First Look with their photographer (or a First Touch for those who don't...

Stephanie, sunday 1-Jul-18 25 142
Peggy
Engagement pictures!
Peggy, On June 26, 2018 at 15:09

Well, I am a 'worst case scenario' kinda bride. I always assume the worst - my photography was no different. We picked someone we loved the style of, we liked as a person, and have so far paid off...

Stephanie, sunday 1-Jul-18 21 223
Natasha
save the date Nightmare!!
Natasha, On June 18, 2018 at 13:41

I order my save the dates and just realized now that I forgot a very important piece of information. THE LOCATION! I don’t know how I missed it. Now I am freaking out. What do I do? They are literally...

Lyla, sunday 1-Jul-18 22 239
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Type of party
Rayann, On June 29, 2018 at 23:48

So I would like to know what is the difference between stag and doe vs. Jack and Jill? I am having an engagement party for families only and our bridal crew. I don't want a bridal shower nor...

Clarissa, saturday 30-Jun-18 4 97
Courtney
Rehearsal Dinner Food
Courtney, On June 28, 2018 at 18:30

I need your guys' big brains. What Rehearsal dinner food can I cater in. My MIL suggest greek food. Any other ideas that aren't crazy expensive and fairly easy? My FH wanted to BBQ burgers.. but I...

Jennifer, friday 29-Jun-18 10 140
Kali
Getting those last Rsvps..
Kali, On June 18, 2018 at 08:01

I am down to the last 5 days now before we have to give my venue our final guest #'s. I am still waiting to receive a few RSVPs and think it's time to reach out to those I am still waiting for. Does...

Susy, thursday 28-Jun-18 15 156
Holly
Bridesmaid proposal box
Holly, On June 25, 2018 at 22:38

I took advantage of bath and body works semi-annual sale and 20% off cupon that is out now!! I filled a box with amazing items for each of my bridesmaids.

Holly, wednesday 27-Jun-18 8 140
Joey
Let's Talk Photos! Boudoir
Joey, On June 25, 2018 at 09:40

Lots of brides (and a few grooms) choose to do boudoir photos, either as a gift for their FS or just for themselves. Are you doing boudoir photos? If so, what are your plans for them? Photo by Ally...

Stephanie, wednesday 27-Jun-18 22 318
Joey
Let's Talk Photos! Getting Ready
Joey, On June 25, 2018 at 09:39

You'll likely share some pretty special moments with those around you while you're getting ready on your wedding day. Will you have your photographer there taking pictures as you get ready? Will your...

Jennifer, wednesday 27-Jun-18 22 123
Peggy
Nervous about engagement pictures
Peggy, On June 21, 2018 at 10:19

Well, we had our engagement session last Saturday. Our photographer said she'd have our sneak peek done by the end of this weekend. We've become friends with our photographer over the last several...

Peggy, tuesday 26-Jun-18 11 240
Courtney
Hour Shower
Courtney, On June 13, 2018 at 21:34

I've just been invited to an 'around the click' bridal shower. And was assigned 4AM. The bride is actually my MOH and I am one of her bridesmaids so I want to do something sweet for her, but 4AM!!! In...

Jessie, tuesday 26-Jun-18 13 311
Jennifer
Rehearsal dinner
Jennifer, On June 21, 2018 at 23:53

Hi all, question about rehearsal dinner. I'm paying for the wedding myself, no help from family and won't have a bridal party, just me the groom and officiant up there. In that case do I still need to...

Jessie, tuesday 26-Jun-18 11 136
Feya
Cute ideas for engagement photos?
Feya, On June 23, 2018 at 20:24

My fiancé and I got officially engaged back in February, and still haven't gotten our engagement photos done. Any cute ideas or inspiration for what we should do? I'd love to hear what everyone did...

Erin, monday 25-Jun-18 11 143
Tyanna
One year
Tyanna, On June 22, 2018 at 05:31

We finally made it to the one year mark! In 365 days, I get to marry my best friend! even though we have most of the big stuff either fully paid for or at the very least organized and cheques sent out...

Bianca, sunday 24-Jun-18 13 124

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