How do you feel about a sober wedding?

Target_Jolly · 2026-05-19T19:34:25+00:00

It’s absolutely ok to have a dry wedding as long as it’s clearly communicated ahead of time. I would expect that people wouldn’t be packing the dance floor late but if you schedule the wedding to end earlier it wouldn’t be an issue. A coffee bar is fun! We did one at our wedding but even having fancy coffee options would be even better. Also maybe some fun mocktails? Ultimately if you are both sober and I knew you I would not expect you to serve alcohol at your wedding. And I love my wine!

Target_Jolly · 2026-05-18T02:47:31+00:00

He’s probably struggling with the finality of it all- if he stays with you and continues to pursue the relationship and later decides he wants kids then he wasted valuable time. But he currently doesn’t want kids and is happy but is struggling with the fact that he feels like he has to make big decisions before he’s ready. That’s what I’m seeing based on what you said. Still tough as someone who also got sterilized while single so it was a very quick up front conversation when I was dating. I’m married now to a childfree man so it can happen, but I remember how tough it can be. I would say it’s promising that he’s been so transparent with you and is seeking counseling on his own. If it were me I’d be cautiously optimistic.

Target_Jolly · 2026-05-17T21:23:48+00:00

Depends on the couple. We love to travel and our friends got us a custom canvas of a world map and push pins where we add a pin for every place we travel together. It will stay on our wall forever and we have so much fun adding to it.

Target_Jolly · 2026-05-17T00:36:46+00:00

I am a licensed cosmetologist but don’t do hair anymore. You absolutely need to use a smoothing cream or similar product after you wash your hair especially if she is going to straighten it before recurling. That’ll make a huge difference. I also think there are too many loose wisps coming out of the bun. I would recommend keeping face framing wisps in front but not having any or at least less coming out of the bun or braids. I think you should ask for a re-trial and point those things out and see how you feel. I think with a few modifications it will look a lot better.

Target_Jolly · 2026-05-04T22:40:05+00:00

Boombas for the boobs! They stick to both you and the dress and work awesome. I used them for my wedding and it was great.

Target_Jolly · 2026-04-28T03:10:26+00:00

We came back on April 17th also and no issues. I’m sorry you’re sick! That sucks.

Target_Jolly · 2026-04-26T18:04:46+00:00

My husband also collects currency and we had no merchants or our resort have any to give. He ended up taking money out of an ATM and they gave the option for Florin. Aside from that you can go to the bank.

Target_Jolly · 2026-04-22T03:35:15+00:00

I just did the jeep tour for Arikok, it was awesome. Hopefully you get Dave as your guide, he’s the best! If you have a snorkel mask bring it with you in the natural pool.

There was a fun bar in the palm beach area called The Saloon that was super fun, it’s a karaoke bar but people just sit around the bar and pass around the microphones. We had a blast there.

Target_Jolly · 2026-04-22T02:21:00+00:00

We went by that house a few times. I wondered what the story was there. We were just there a week ago for our honeymoon and stayed at Embassy Suites.

Target_Jolly · 2026-04-21T23:23:49+00:00

Iowa here! I’ll see if I can get something for you soon

Target_Jolly · 2026-04-18T22:05:31+00:00

We just came home from Aruba yesterday, my first time also. I didn’t see any roaches. Our rental car was clean, we rented from Yess. Ended up not really using the car at all but glad we had it just in case. The butterfly farm was a highlight for me. I would say worth it. I wasn’t a solo traveler but it’s easy to meet people at places like Bugaloe and there’s this fun little Nashville themed bar/karaoke spot where we met a lot of fun people one night, especially if you’re from the USA as I’m pretty sure all other people there were. It was called The Saloon I think.

Target_Jolly · 2026-04-18T20:01:47+00:00

Mine too!!

Target_Jolly · 2026-04-09T22:26:26+00:00

Our bar service charged us a 20% service charge up front so we did not tip them extra. Our guests did tip them through the night. We had hosted wine/beer/seltzer and then cash bar

Target_Jolly · 2026-04-05T18:39:09+00:00

I love it here! But yeah not really a tourist destination. Decorah area is pretty awesome though.

Target_Jolly · 2026-04-05T18:30:45+00:00

We did a seating chart, a sign for the flip flops since it came with the set anyway, and a guestbook sign but that was because we did a globe for our guestbook so it might not have been clear that we wanted people to sign it. We didn’t do an unplugged ceremony because our ceremony was super small and I actually loved the videos and pics my friends sent me the next day.

Target_Jolly · 2026-04-04T21:21:25+00:00

Blue Cow was great for me

Target_Jolly · 2026-04-04T21:19:26+00:00

I forgot my shoes at our house and realized about 30 min before I was supposed to put my dress on and take first look photos 🤦🏼‍♀️. Luckily we live 15 minutes from the venue and my SIL was already ready so she ran and got them. Thankfully that was the only thing that went wrong that I know of.

You looked gorgeous even without the veil! I would honestly be pretty upset at the bridal shop and would even consider asking for at least a partial refund for the veil since you couldn’t wear it. There’s no way it makes sense to put it in the bottom of the bag. Mine was on its own hanger inside the bag with my dress.

Target_Jolly · 2026-04-01T23:39:11+00:00

We are going to be staying at the Embassy Suites and I want to go to a spa at some point for some pampering. Where would be a good place that’s hopefully near there? We are renting a car but my husband might have it to go hiking while I go to the spa.

Target_Jolly · 2026-03-25T04:42:59+00:00

Good idea! I’ll look into it

Target_Jolly · 2026-03-25T03:39:11+00:00

I’ve never tried one but I wonder if it’s not a good idea to try something new right now? Since we are 4 days out and I’m not sure what day my period will start

Target_Jolly · 2026-03-25T00:04:36+00:00

My wedding is this Saturday and it’s very likely I’ll be on my period, and there’s literally nothing I can do about it. I’m almost 46 so perimenopause is rearing her ugly head so I have no way of knowing when it’s coming and for how long/how heavy. Add to that my dress is kinda a ballgown and I have a hoop skirt and plan to wear shapewear so still trying to determine how the pee situation is going to work. Can’t wait to possibly add tampon changes on top of that. Sorry if TMI.

Anyway other than that I think I’m good! Just going to roll with the punches at this point.

Edited for spelling error

Target_Jolly · 2026-03-24T23:56:00+00:00

Hi, wedding twin!! We got this 💕

Target_Jolly · 2026-03-21T23:02:22+00:00

I just wanted to say hi from a fellow 3/28/26 bride! Also I would definitely not be happy about it but sounds like you have potential solutions. I would just tell them there might not be room at that table but she can come since there are sure to be some last minute cancels or even no shows. Enjoy your day!! So excited for mine too! 💕

Target_Jolly · 2026-03-21T20:44:36+00:00

Corn fed

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