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Originally we were going to stay together (we've lived together for a while now), but the more i think about it i will probably stay in my parents room the night before.

Found these online at dominicancreations.com I love them and think they'll look pretty on the table as well. The 5" dolls are about $6 each, but I read online that you can get them in the dominican for about $3 each so we are going to go on the hunt when we get there!

We have rented the Wet Bar for our reception after dinner at the Steakhouse as well, but we were told it's a $5 per person per hour charge for the beer/wine/champagne. Would LOVE to know if there's a way around this!

I would be all for the symbolic first and legal later, but in the DR they won't do the symbolic unless you're already legally married. I mentioned this too him the other night, he was touched that I thought of him, but he thinks it would take away from the ceremony at ME. So i've gotten no where with this issue! Thanks for your opinions and I would love to hear some more

My fiance and I have everything set for our June 29, 2011 civil ceremony at Majestic Elegance. Most of the details have been set and we are both very excited about it! His Dad is in bad health and his Mom won't travel and leave his Dad alone. When we planned the DW we knew this was the case. A lot of my family are coming to the wedding and only a few of his are talking about coming. He says he has no problem with anything and that if I'm happy he's happy, but I'm not happy. I want him to share his day with his parents. I'm considering changing the civil ceremony to a symbolic one and have a very small (us and our parents only) civil wedding here so his parents can be a part of something. I know I would be devastated if my parents weren't going to be there, but he isn't as close to his. I'm torn because I really wanted our wedding day to be our wedding day not days. I don't want to get to DR and not feel like it's my wedding. We don't have the budget to have an AHR, so if we stick with the civil ceremony there will be nothing for them to participate in... I haven't mentioned anything yet to him or my family, just wanted to get some other opinions before I open this can of worms! Thanks in advance!

I've been eyeing this dress for a few weeks now. I go to David's this Saturday to hopefully find THE ONE. I'm hoping I have a good experience Congrats on finding your dress~

I get the feeling he's trying to cause drama. Why would you ask someone if you're STILL invited somewhere. Unless you're uninvited then of course you're still invited! It seems like he's playing games and when it comes to your wedding, let him know who's boss!

You definately have to roll with the punches when planning a DW. Personally I would not commit to anything so far away, so I can understand people's hesitation. Wait until after the holidays and maybe you will get more RSVP's. A lot of people probably don't even know if they can get vacation time off this far in advance. I wouldn't sweat it, I'm sure your wedding day will be YOUR perfect day! Congrats

Tough situation! I can definately understand where you are coming from. My fi whole family is a little different and don't seem to get how their actions/words can effect others! My fi's mom said she'd like to come to the wedding and could get enough money together by the time we go, but she doesn't want to deal with the hassel of getting a passport and making reservations (i know this would be back breaking work). I feel like he gets passed up all the time and I can see that it hurts him no mater what he says. For his sister's birthday she got two cakes (mom baked one and cousin bought one), for billy's birthday his mom didn't even make him dinner. It makes me so mad and I express my feelings to him, but then he gets upset with me. It breaks my heart to see how he's treated by his family (especially because my family is amazing and he see's that). I don't want to go around them at all and I definately resent them for their behavior. He says that I can never say anything or express my concern because he doesn't want the drama. Just know you aren't alone... It's not an answer but definately an understanding ear

I would be furious at my FI, but like people have already said, it is his wedding too and you're just going to have to roll with the punches. I wouldn't stress out too much about everyone's shirts matching, but if it's going to bug you then go ahead and get the BM a new shirt

Don't sweat it! We women have been dreaming/planning our weddings since we could walk! If he would happen to mention something to you just make a joke of it.

Loving this thread!

My satin sashes and table runners look exactly like your table runners. I would definately be talking to someone about your chair sashes! They do look green! I really hope this was their mistake and they will fix it for you! PS- your ring rocks!

Oh congratulations on your new journey!!!!!!!!!!!

Loving the hoodie! You were a cute bride

I have been taking advantage of the Michaels coupons for months now! Two of the cashiers know me buy name (only slightly embarassing!). I'm saving sooo much money though!

I got the satin table runners and chair sashes. They match perfectly That sucks they were sold out when you tried to order them. I was at work super early that day, so I ordered really early

I'm so up in the air about this. I'm getting married at Majestic Elegance this June. I'm planning on having my FSIL do most of my make-up but I'm undecided about my hair. I've heard great things about the ME spa/salon, but I'm still very apprehensive about this! I have super thick hair, for any formal event where I've had my hair done it always falls out and ends up a mess because it's so heavy. I'm putting this worry out of my head though for now! Good luck

I'm also a nurse and it's prejudice to think that because of someones nationality they cannot stick you with a needle! It's not rocket science! Such a shame and I for one do not want someone as judgemental as you to poke anyone with a needle!

If you definately don't want to dance with your dad, that's your choice and there's nothing wrong with that. No one should put you in a situation where you are uncomfortable. That being said, don't ask your FI to do a faster dance with his mom. I'm sure this is something very important to him (and his mom) and you don't want him to resent you. This is a tough situation. If it does turn into a problem I would just get through dancing for 3 minutes with your Dad (it really isn't torture!)

Oh my... Personally I cannot even fathom agreeing to something like this. I would not want to attend any wedding 2 days after mine, or have my wedding 2 days after my cousins. I can just imagine the headache of trying to agree on everything with another bride. Logically, I get it. And yes, it makes a lot more sense for family members and other guests. If you're open-minded enough and laid back enough then go for it, but if you're having ANY hesitation about this then I would stay far away from it! If you do go for it, I would pick the resort and date, then let her know your plans and see if she still wants to do it.

I agree completely. It's asking soo much of our guests to spend so much money and vacation time on us that I would not ask for cash. I would be offended if I were going to someone else's DW and they asked for cash as a gift.

Looks like fun!

It's not weird at all. Many brides walk the isle solo even with parents and other relatives in attendance. If it's priority for you, then pay for your brother to come, but make sure that's where you want to spend that money

Dinner at the steakhouse is included in the wedding package for up to 60 guests. This is a semi-private dinner (sectioned off area). Dinner is a set menu and drinks are included, but you cannot play music. We are doing dinner at the steakhouse and then renting the wet bar and sound system after ($550 for 3 hours) this doesn't include bar service. We are paying $5 pp/hr for sodas/beer/wine/champagne.