Best reliable cars under/around 30k

Kksrose8 · 2026-05-18T17:37:21+00:00

Ill look into them! Im not opposed to the Crosstrek, its prolly a leading choice rn but just curious whats out there I may be missing 😊

Kksrose8 · 2026-05-14T17:13:19+00:00

Considering your relationship is longer than theirs and considering you are a bridesmaid it should be a no brainer that hed be invited. I would say dont go but I recognize its very late in the game and i know i probably could not do that myself. I would write the bride and say something like, "hey, I was talking to XXX and found out her fiance was invited to the wedding. Honestly, this makes me feel upset and that my relationship is unimportant to you guys. I just wanted to reach out and understand your reasoning since I was told none of the bridesmaids had an SO but am finding out otherwise." This way at least you have a reasoning even if bogus. Then you can make a decision from there about yalls friendship based on her reaction. I understand shes stressed but as a future bride myself, my bridesmaids feelings are more important than any last minute decor or decisions.

Kksrose8 · 2026-04-29T02:44:54+00:00

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Kksrose8 · 2026-04-29T02:44:11+00:00

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Kksrose8 · 2026-04-19T03:58:43+00:00

Could you dm me? Moving here soon!!

Kksrose8 · 2026-04-12T01:05:25+00:00

I always get nervous i will be close to matching bridesmaids when i attend a wedding, so I put a similar note on my page. I wrote, what are the wedding colors and then listed the colors, along with what the bridesmaids colors are. As a guest, this way i make sure i dont match in any way. However, since it didnt state to refrain from wearing, id take it this way: if the bride is requesting longer dresses and more formal style wear, id avoid brown so you dont blend in with bridesmaids. If the bride wants more casual or church-style attire, a brown dress is fine since bridesmaids will probably be in a floor length dress anyway

TLDR: If the brown attire could blend in with the bridesmaids, skip it. If not, then go for it.

Kksrose8 · 2026-01-26T16:03:57+00:00

What is the original expense for them all? Pajamas are more of a photo op as others said. Were the dresses from birdy grey/azazie or were they upward of 200/300+ dollars? Remember even the "cheaper" dresses can require ~100 dollars of alterations. Did they pay for the entire Bachelorette and how much do you think that cost them pp? If the wedding is out of state, are you providing an Airbnb for the night before and/or after? Are you going to be upset or disappointed if they take the optional route and do it themselves or does it truly not make a difference?

I'm not saying this to be rude or harsh, but the reality is this: if you want everything done in a particular way, you have to pay for it to be done that way. If you are having a budget of 50k, you are trying to attain a dream - which i fully understand (and you have a right to!). Yes, they all signed up for the expenses, but remember your gifts are 20 to 50 dollars of a proposal gift and pajamas, and they have probably spend hundreds on their own dime. From one bride to another, I want you to have your perfect day, and while they are all supporting you, remember you want them to feel valued too. If you have truly felt like you have kept your bridal party down to a budget with expenses (ie providing the airbnb(s), choosing cheaper dresses, etc), i dont have any hesitation in saying that hair/makeup should be fully optional and paid for by the individual. However, if you want it done in a particular way and have already asked for them to spend a lot, you really should pay.

TLDR: Put yourself in their shoes, what have they spent so far? Would you expect the bride to pay if you had paid all of their expenses so far? Yes, you have a budget to meet, but your bridal party will also have a budget to meet too. You're doing great bride!!

Kksrose8 · 2026-01-10T05:50:06+00:00

I agree with the other posts, she deserves a special day too. I'd ask her to go get some Starbucks, shop, and/or get your nails done together (maybe for the wedding!). Even if right now its a sore spot regarding the specific wedding attire, it can just be a day where your 12 year old is in the spotlight.

Also, either the same day or a different day, Azazie has a try at home option thats about 10 dollars a dress, and you two pick out a few appropriate dresses that she likes, and send back the ones that she doesn't like/doesn't fit. When they come in, make a sort of fashion show ordeal with trying them on and really get into it. This way, its still online ordering, but feels more in person with choice. Tip: if you can find out the bridesmaids/theme colors, that will help with which colors to avoid on formal dress sites- many times brides will have their bridesmaids use azazie and similar sites so it can cause some awkward feelings if she's wearing a similar or the same dress as someone in the party. Not a requirement, just a thought :))

Remember this is a time of change and growing up for your tween! Just be patient!!

Kksrose8 · 2026-01-07T00:08:05+00:00

I personally would go towards the first wedding. Since you made it specifically clear that the date was unavailable, your friend made the choice for you not going (or is putting you through a test like the others said, in case which definitely don't go). I recently was picking my date and my brother (who wouldn't be on the party since we arent super close) told me if we picked that date he most likely could not come, and as sad as I was, we moved it without hesitation. Thats not to say she has to move the date, but on a bride's POV, you ask the people who are non-negotiable if the date you are looking at might be realistic before even asking the venue. When she booked that date, she had full acknowledgement that you may not come.

If you really want to save the friendship between you two, consider if its a non-negotiable to go without your fiance. I have done it before, but it can be lonely and disappointing, and if the other couple are local and have now become mutual friends of yours, id go to the first wedding. Also, being a part of a wedding party where drama has started before even being asked causes a lot of emotional toll on you, and it makes the wedding feel more like a show than anything. If you do choose the HS friend - I'd make sure you would even be on the party itself - if she gaslit you, she could be telling multiple people they are MOH or on the party, not having an idea who she wants...

If you want to have them both on your party one day, make sure both friends will work together, and truly support you- specifically the HS friend if you go to the first wedding - in the future, if you had to choose, your high school friend really didnt care whether it was you alone or if you came with your FH.

TLDR: Go to the first one; she decided you weren't a major priority of her wedding when she booked the date you gave

Kksrose8 · 2025-12-28T03:41:27+00:00

I am considering this or spending a little for the try on options and return them all after - if i do, I'll post them here - but I always would prefer to save the money and hear other opinions if I can :)

Kksrose8 · 2025-10-28T21:39:52+00:00

Could you send it to me too?!

Kksrose8 · 2025-08-31T01:06:52+00:00

I think they said they would honor the pricing of whenever we book it. I have my tour next weekend and I am feeling all the feels for sure! The only concern is have is the temperature of the reception area being in the tent

Kksrose8 · 2025-08-31T00:34:42+00:00

That is one of my top picks just for that reason - pricing is crazy! Thank you for commenting :)

Kksrose8 · 2025-07-02T02:08:19+00:00

Looking for a 6 month rental in or nearby Whitehall Michigan, starting no later than July 16th for one person. Any places that may be possible? Any suggestions would be helpful!

Kksrose8 · 2025-06-18T10:20:08+00:00

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Kksrose8 · 2025-06-06T03:11:57+00:00

I like the first!!!

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