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Kenny & Fikayo
Look back and reminisce
Kenny & Fikayo, On April 3, 2017 at 12:11

My FH had one pair of socks when we met, and his shoes were so old, they looked like clown shoes. He ws paying his way through school and couldn't afford luxuries like deodorant. When we met, I...

Zoë, tuesday 4-Apr-17 4 73
Mercedes
Bridal shower invites
Mercedes, On April 2, 2017 at 10:42

Help!! Ok ladies here's the issue we aren't inviting my parents extending family to the wedding because it will simply be to big! For the bride shower my mom and I are wondering if it's right to...

Zoë, tuesday 4-Apr-17 4 85
Emilie
How long did it take him / her to propose?
Emilie, On January 13, 2017 at 03:49

Hey future newlyweds! Had you been waiting for a long time before he / she finally popped the question? How long did it take him / her to propose? Image: Pinterest

Shannon, monday 3-Apr-17 29 277
Emilie
Did you know your future spouse 5 years ago?
Emilie, On January 16, 2017 at 19:05

Hi future newlyweds! 5 years ago... your life might have been completely different! Did you already know each other back then? Share a picture of you 5 years ago! Image: Pinterest

Erin, monday 3-Apr-17 26 158
C
Bridesmaid help
Chris, On March 31, 2017 at 12:31

I am writing this on my lunch break as I need help on how to respond this weekend. We asked two couples to stand for us for our wedding. I told the girls in the party that the dresses were going to be...

Chris, friday 31-Mar-17 3 90
Sandy
May 2017
Sandy, On March 27, 2017 at 15:29

Hi May Brides and Grooms, Where are you at in your planning? The big day is fast approaching!

Sandy, friday 31-Mar-17 8 170
Emma
Is it acceptable to add a money poem to wedding invitations?
Emma, On March 20, 2017 at 00:40

My fiance and I have been living together in our small apartment for almost two years now. We have everything we need for our small apartment i.e. vacume, tv, table and chairs, bedding, crock pot,...

Jenn, thursday 30-Mar-17 9 137
Leah
Trouble focusing at work
Leah, On March 28, 2017 at 11:33

I have been doing a lot of things at work while I teach. If kids are watching a video or working silently I have been walking around folding paper cranes in my hands. I have an assistant with me and...

Katherine, tuesday 28-Mar-17 3 68
K
Should I get married on paper first?
Katy, On March 24, 2017 at 16:14

I have a bit of a downer question. My fiancé and I have been together since 2009 when we were in high school. His mum got sick about 4 years ago with stage 4 breast cancer. It's been moving into her...

Kacy, monday 27-Mar-17 10 126
Katherine
Cheating on the budget
Katherine, On March 7, 2017 at 11:41

Lately I have found myself being a bit less honest with the budget... For instance we bought a bunch of fariy lights when they went on sale after christmas, since we will use them for things other...

Kate, sunday 26-Mar-17 10 134
Stephanie
Who to ask?
Stephanie, On March 5, 2017 at 14:41

Ok so my dilemma . . . I don't have many friends or people I feel really close to that I would want in my wedding party. Or if I even want a wedding party . . . . My other half knows who else he wants...

Erin, saturday 25-Mar-17 14 217
Erin
Bachelorette party - yes or no?
Erin, On March 24, 2017 at 10:57

So I'm not a very traditional bride. I am not following all the rules/recommendations about all these pre-wedding celebrations (i.e. engagement party, stag and doe, bridal shower etc). I don't really...

Kalene, saturday 25-Mar-17 20 658
Dannie & Brett
Bride survival kit
Dannie & Brett, On March 7, 2017 at 14:26

Hey everyone! Dannie here. I've done research and have found several ideas for the wedding day survival kit, however can someone maybe give me ideas of what should go into the brides handbag and what...

Dannie & Brett, friday 24-Mar-17 8 136
Chelsea
March 6th!
Chelsea, On March 6, 2017 at 11:44

Hey ladies! I am feeling just a bit nostalgic today! A year ago today is the day my FH propsed to me! I figured I would share my story of how it happened and share some photos of the special day! We...

Chelsea, friday 24-Mar-17 11 103
Emilie
What has he or she taught you?
Emilie, On March 14, 2017 at 18:05

Hey ladies and gents! I believe that when two people are in love, they both learn from each other. You'll see that this question is also amazing to help you write your vows What has your FH or FW...

Erin, friday 24-Mar-17 6 59
Katherine
Feeding vendors
Katherine, On March 15, 2017 at 13:15

I know we are suppose to include our vendors in our guestlist/meal planning, but do what extent? Do we place them at a table? Do they get all the meal choices or just the base meal. Do we ask our...

Erin, friday 24-Mar-17 9 139
Emilie
What is your sign and the sign of your SO?
Emilie, On March 5, 2017 at 18:05

Hi lovely ladies! Are you and your SO the same sign? I'm scorpio. And you? What is your sign and your fiancé's? Image: Pinterest

Nicole, thursday 23-Mar-17 13 90
Emilie
How long have you been together for?
Emilie, On March 21, 2017 at 15:05

Hey amazing brides and grooms! Do you remember that first day... the one you decided that you would two would jump on this great adventure together and become a couple. How long have you been together...

Nicole, thursday 23-Mar-17 11 81
Hanna
Bachelorette drama...needing advice
Hanna, On March 17, 2017 at 14:37

This relates to a wedding party im in...there are 3 bridesmaids (including me) and the MOH. Originally, there were discussions of having it in another city and I told them I'm not 100% sure I could...

Jen, monday 20-Mar-17 13 225
Carleigh
Bachelorette in nashville
Carleigh, On March 16, 2017 at 07:03

Hello! I'm having my Bachelorette in Nashville. Has anyone ever been? Can you suggest any highly reccomended places to visit? I love live music, dancing, places to explore etc. We will be there at the...

Emilie, monday 20-Mar-17 1 61
Emma
Wedding invitations help!
Emma, On March 19, 2017 at 23:16

Hi everyone. I ordered my wedding invitations and already have them. Our wedding is on Friday August 11th,2017. My mom says to wait to send the wedding invitations til two months before our wedding...

Chelsea, monday 20-Mar-17 6 99
Rachel
One shower or multiple
Rachel, On March 19, 2017 at 09:27

How many showers are you having? i want one big shower but i think its going to be ablot of people. Also are you inviting people that aren't invited to the wedding? i dont want to but al the moms...

April, monday 20-Mar-17 10 97
Jo
Vendors in Edmonton
Jo, On March 15, 2017 at 16:36

We went with BBQ acres in a community hall that we're setting up. We looked at Glenora hall, and a few other venues, but decided we wanted certain things that we weren't permitted to have at a venue....

Emilie, monday 20-Mar-17 1 55
Leah
The night before
Leah, On February 22, 2017 at 09:37

What's your plan the night before the wedding? We'll be having an open house at our house. We'll be having my parents and brother sleeping at our house and all our 5 kids so we'll be staying here too....

Simone, friday 17-Mar-17 13 125
Emilie
If you believe in true love...
Emilie, On March 10, 2017 at 08:05

Hi wonderful brides! Believing in love at first sight, true love, or eternal love is not for everyone... I am one of those people who believe in eternal love. The one that has a start and no ending......

Simone, sunday 12-Mar-17 5 63
Rekramer
Question about engagement
Rekramer, On March 8, 2017 at 12:14

Hi all, My partner and I have been shopping for an engagement ring and have picked out the ring, just waiting for the final casting to arrive. I am particular and don't like surprises. My partner has...

Leah, friday 10-Mar-17 11 136
M
Cubic zirconia ering
Marcie, On February 18, 2017 at 22:59

Anyone else here get a cubic zerconia e ring I actually asked for one as I am not a fan of diamonds but love the look of this.. after wedding g will only be wearing wedding band

April, thursday 9-Mar-17 6 77
Kacy
Hilarious first look!
Kacy, On March 5, 2017 at 13:42

Don't know if you have seen this, but I find it hilarious every time!!! This Bride Dressed in a T. Rex Costume For Her First Look, and It's Priceless: For many couples, the moment in which they take a...

Kenny & Fikayo, thursday 9-Mar-17 12 109
Emilie
On a scale of 0 to 10, how well do you get along with your in-laws?
Emilie, On March 7, 2017 at 17:05

Hey lovely brides and grooms! Did you feel welcome in your fiancé's family right away? On a scale of 0 to 10, how well do you get along with your in-laws? Image: Giphy.com

Taylor, thursday 9-Mar-17 12 101
Melissa
Engagment ring...disappointment?
Melissa, On November 16, 2016 at 11:53

Hi Ladies, I want to share a struggle I've had, and hopefully get some discussion going around a not- uncommon issue. I think most ladies dream of their engagement ring, and if you have been in a...

Marie, thursday 9-Mar-17 26 570
Leah
Lost diamond?
Leah, On March 7, 2017 at 10:28

I looked at my engagement ring on my hand today and noticed that the diamond was gone! What can I do? I got engaged last June. Do rings have warranties?

Leah, wednesday 8-Mar-17 6 106
Carolyne
Wedding invitation
Carolyne, On March 3, 2017 at 21:40

Sone wedding invitation ideas! I hope you enjoy it

Carolyne, tuesday 7-Mar-17 10 79

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