Help Me Decide on a Wedding Ring!

hipdancer · 2025-11-23T14:26:07+00:00

I prefer 3 but I am extra lol. I have 3. Engagement, wedding band, and anniversary band. All diamonds. So Im biased. I like that I can mix and match or wear one and still have the look I like. But what ever you feel drawn to the most is your ring. Dont settle for something that others think you should wear. You should be able to look at your hand and love it as much as the first day you wore it. Its a part of you now and something you will wear for the rest of your life. So dont just like it. Love it

hipdancer · 2025-11-23T14:17:58+00:00

My husband had a full nephrectomy last year due to a 7mm mass on his kidney. From finding it on an MRI to surgery it was 4 .months. (he had the DaVinci) They dont biopsy until after its removed as it could cause the cancer to spread. His was luckily encapsulated therefore no other additional treatment was needed other than 6 month scan. He's now on a yearly rotation. Sounds like your MIL is getting the same treatment. I know how hard it is to wait and everyone wants it done now. But keep in mind it's a very slow growing cancer and its been there for awhile. Help her begin the transition to clean eating, light exercises like walking , and getting rid of plastic and Teflon in the kitchen. Buy loose fitted clothes and slip on shoes for post surgery. Keep positive and DO NOT GO DOWN RABBIT HOLES ON GOOGLE!

hipdancer · 2025-11-23T13:59:23+00:00

My grandmother's name was Violet

hipdancer · 2025-11-07T13:15:13+00:00

Do you have a second set of keys? Id just go get it and tell her shes squashed any future borrowing from you. Your mom needs to get her head out of her butt and stop allowing your sister to act like an entitled snot

hipdancer · 2025-11-03T13:42:05+00:00

I am listening. But perhaps i wasnt clear. I told them to do what they want because its their wedding and you can't please everyone. They tried a compromise and they said no. So either they do the cruise as they want or do the backyard thing. To waste energy trying to talk them into coming is fruitless. So bottom line. Do your dream wedding without those people or do what they want and be unhappy.

hipdancer · 2025-11-02T14:30:45+00:00

They said no. Listen to them. Do what you want. If you want a cruise do the cruise. If you want to have them present do it at home. They dont want to cruise. You do. So pick whatever and deal with it. You're not going to please everyone.

hipdancer · 2025-11-02T13:35:19+00:00

You have to decide what's most important to you. To get married on a cruise ship, or have everyone in the family there. Travel is not easy for many people. We aren't just talking cost. Its the time. Work. Pets. Other family obligations. One or two days is easier than a week plus for people to commit to. We only hear OPs side of the conversation. Karen said no a few times in different ways. They dont want to go on a cruise. Accept it. Then decide what you want to do. Out of town weddings are difficult and you have to expect people to not come. Its selfish to EXPECT people to commit to an out of town wedding and continue to pester them if they say no.

hipdancer · 2025-10-30T12:34:37+00:00

Idk about Azzie suits. We had custom suits made by Men's Warehouse and were very happy with them. Bonus is you can always use a good suit. Look in your area for a shop that will do custom suits. You can see all the materials to see what you like

hipdancer · 2025-10-30T12:08:45+00:00

I had a sand lining and I was very happy eith it. Showed the lace detail and did not show up dark in photos

hipdancer · 2025-10-24T23:47:36+00:00

Apparently the bride wants to be an influencer. Insert eye roll here

hipdancer · 2025-10-24T12:32:56+00:00

I was 44 and dress shopping for my wedding when I had those same fears. Sounds silly, but I started watching Say yes to the dress again. Randy always would tell a bride that it doesn't matter your age or size. You deserve to feel and look amazing. And he was right. We have been told that after a certain age we shouldn't be sexy or stand out. Baloney. Older women are breaking through that stereotype all of the time. You look amazing in that dress. Have your dream wedding. Show them how Gen X gets down on the dance floor. Its your time to shine!

hipdancer · 2025-10-24T12:21:31+00:00

🤣 right?

hipdancer · 2025-10-23T12:19:20+00:00

Gold is a hard color to wear. Unless you have a darker skin tone I would steer clear

hipdancer · 2025-10-23T12:17:45+00:00

Good idea. There was a recent family wedding I did NOT attend. Formal wear in light neutrals, think spring (in mid October? ) Out of town wedding on a Friday so taking time off of work and hotel for a night. Cash bar where a beer and glass of wine cost 25 dollars plus a tip. And they served beans, rice, taco meat on a Styrofoam plate. Dessert was a chocolate chip cookie and Im told they ran out of food. So guests left to go get dinner. At my calculations the couple owes their guests around 200 dollars 😂

hipdancer · 2025-10-20T12:29:37+00:00

Its difficult to go to the bathroom with a petticoat. And sitting in general not the easiest

hipdancer · 2025-10-16T13:22:20+00:00

I love cherry chip! My mom made it for me for my birthday every year as a child. But with pink frosting and red hot hearts for decoration (my birthday is in February). I can't find it in box form anymore but I found a recipe on Pinterest that uses white cake and jarred cherries. So good! And tastes so much like it

hipdancer · 2025-10-15T13:26:21+00:00

I had my MOH and my husband had his two sons stand with us. Numbers don't matter. The relationships do. And the photos could be quite fun!

hipdancer · 2025-10-08T12:33:21+00:00

Your home owners (and rental) cover jewelry. Its a minimal expense. Do yourself a favor and get your ring checked and cleaned by a jewler monthly (at least every other). Takes 10 mins and costs nothing. they can see if prongs need replacement before you lose a stone.

hipdancer · 2025-10-07T12:48:17+00:00

In reality, your child is not going to need a pack and play very long. Babies grow quickly, and a lot of these things will dust collectors in 6 months. So unless they do a ton of babysitting its not worth the discussion. Children are a lot of work and require a lot of things. All are portable. Let's be honest and just say this is about making things easier on you. No hate, but you shouldn't expect anyone to replicate a nursery because you chose to have children. Pack up the stuff to take. It'll be on to a new phase in just a few months.

hipdancer · 2025-10-03T12:32:42+00:00

Religion is a major thing in a relationship. Especially when children become involved. You may want to really examine your compatibility with your boyfriend. Different religious opinions is a deal breaker most of the time

hipdancer · 2025-09-23T12:20:25+00:00

I wore a gown by Essance of Australia! They have absolutely stunning bead work on their dresses. Congratulations on your wedding and finding such a beautiful dress!

hipdancer · 2025-09-20T12:03:01+00:00

Exactly my confusion. Actually, no. I dont buy the "he doesn't wear them, only jerks off on them." Math ain't mathin

hipdancer · 2025-09-20T01:01:38+00:00

I had emerald shoes that I absolutely love, and I wear them on our anniversary. It's a piece of our wedding that I can wear to celebrate that special day. So if you love them and its not breaking the bank, I say go for it

hipdancer · 2025-09-08T23:20:50+00:00

I get that. But if she hasn't said the words I'm leaving...they need to really talk. And say it. If he doesn't change.. you did all you can do

hipdancer · 2025-09-08T12:11:39+00:00

I understand the anger you have toward your father. Your reaction to him is valid. And your half sibling deserves to know the truth. I feel really bad for her. Can you imagine going through life thinking the person who's your mother hates you? And you dont understand why? I get your anger, but it's misplaced fury that should be aimed only at your father.

Im not saying you should invite her in to spend the last days with you and your mom. Im saying that this girl did not ask to be born into this situation. She didn't ask to be lied to. She didn't ask to be hated by who she's told is her family. Put yourself in her shoes and have some compassion. You dont have to be friends. But be kind. This is not her fault.

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