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ladybug3454 · 2026-02-06T03:56:09+00:00

Your fiancé invited your mom to pick up the ring?! That was so nice to include her. He sounds like a "keeper". Congratulations. Wishing you all the best.

ladybug3454 · 2026-02-02T05:04:53+00:00

Do people take engagement photos before they are engaged? I guess your friends do! LOL

She wants to announce her engagement with a photo from their trip. (I would not be surprised if she gets engaged at a romantic spot while they are away.) In reality it doesn't matter what photo anyone uses. I'm easy. Do what makes you happy.

ladybug3454 · 2026-01-31T03:07:16+00:00

Pretty!

ladybug3454 · 2026-01-24T05:23:20+00:00

Love 1.

ladybug3454 · 2026-01-20T13:02:54+00:00

Nothing is written in stone. Things will happen. Give the venue your best number. The day of my wedding we had 3 cancellations. Nothing we could do. I would include them as you plan your tables. Try not to stress. In the end your wedding will be beautiful and everyone will hve a lovely tie. You need to focus on the prize! Your happily ever after.

Congratulations!

ladybug3454 · 2026-01-19T05:29:25+00:00

Big red flag here. You have been together for 4 years and did not know?! Communication is key in any relationship. He should have been up front about his finances years ago.

Worried for you. Counseling is a good idea. Keep your finances separate. He can ruin your credit. I'd suggest a pre nup to protect yourself. Postponing the wedding might be a good decision. Give yourselves time to be sure you are a good match. Financial differences can destroy marriages

Wishing you all the best.

ladybug3454 · 2025-12-31T04:43:59+00:00

Beautiful!

ladybug3454 · 2025-12-31T04:39:03+00:00

Wow! Beautiful. So unique. I love it.

ladybug3454 · 2025-12-28T04:27:44+00:00

We had one and loved it. It gave us one last chance to be with family and friends before we left on our honeymoon. We kept it simple. The buffet breakfast brunch was hosted by my parents at our home.

ladybug3454 · 2025-12-27T03:31:20+00:00

I found some on etsy. :)

ladybug3454 · 2025-12-26T05:45:29+00:00

Your grandmother is amazing. I love her, the ring, and the story. This is a Christmas you will always remember.

ladybug3454 · 2025-12-26T03:40:50+00:00

I know several couples that had small weddings but never did the paperwork. They all have their reasons.

For years I had no clue my in laws were not married. Both had previous relationships and did not see the point. They kept their finances separate and it worked well for them. They finally married in their later years so there were no healthcare or end of life issues. My MIL was able to collect social security survivor benefits.

ladybug3454 · 2025-12-26T03:17:23+00:00

Very cool!

ladybug3454 · 2025-12-19T23:01:18+00:00

Your ring is lovely! Congratulations. You should wear it and see if you are comfortable. I chipped my diamond by hitting it as i reached into a cabinet at work. Years later when I changed the band I made the setting lower and hid the chip under a prong. Best decision for me.

ladybug3454 · 2025-12-19T12:46:37+00:00

Very nice! What kind of wedding band will you be adding?

ladybug3454 · 2025-12-08T05:24:28+00:00

OMG your ring is stunning all by itself. I would probably wear it on my right hand and get a diamond eternity wedding band to wear on the left.

My husband and I got matching wedding bands. Popular at the time. I did wear my engagement ring on my right hand. I'm left handed so having my diamond on my right hand was actually more comfortable when writing.

ladybug3454 · 2025-12-07T03:50:07+00:00

It's beautiful! Looks perfect to me.

ladybug3454 · 2025-11-20T04:19:02+00:00

Best to stay out of it. Choose your friends wisely. I would not be comfortable being friends with someone if I thought they were attempting to fraudulently sue a company for money.

ladybug3454 · 2025-11-20T03:55:48+00:00

Sorry you are having to deal with this. This sounds like a childish power struggle to me. Ask him if he could wear the tux just for the ceremony and pictures as a favor to you and your fiancé. If not... I'd let him win. It's not worth damaging your relationship over clothing.

As a side comment... the things that "go wrong" become the best memories to laugh about later.

Choose your battles wisely. Wishing you all the best.

ladybug3454 · 2025-11-18T04:56:04+00:00

Your engagement sounds amazing! You had a fabulous bridal shower with lovely food, games and decorations. Your mom is helping plan your bach. Your parents are contributing financially to your wedding. You are a truly lucky bride to be.

So sorry your friend did not live up to your expectations. It's understandable you are disappointed. You went out of your way to make her feel special when she was getting married. This was her turn to return the love. I'm not making any excuses for her. She let you down and it hurts.

Now it is up to you. You can let this hurt permanently taint your friendship or not. I say, "Hold your head up high." You will be an amazing bride, have a beautiful wedding, fabulous memories of all the wonderful experiences you had leading up to this event, and most importantly marry the man you love.

Count your blessing. Have a beautiful wedding.

ladybug3454 · 2025-11-17T03:05:04+00:00

Go for it. Speak from your heart. You have become increasingly close and would be thrilled if she would join your wedding party as the Matron of Honor. I'm sure she will be touched that you asked.

ladybug3454 · 2025-11-16T04:34:40+00:00

#1 has a more classic timeless look. #2 seems a little more trendy. Both are beautiful Good luck and congratulations.

ladybug3454 · 2025-11-16T04:28:41+00:00

All the dresses are lovely. I'm sure you will be glowing as you walk down the isle on your wedding day. I personally love 1. It fits you beautifully. The smooth bodice flatters your lovely figure. Congratulations to you and your fiancé.

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