Getting married this saturday
- Thread starter CYNWIA
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The one thing that I didn't believe before we got married was "the average person falls in love 7 times in their life. 3 - 4 of those are AFTER you're married." You'd never guess it at this minute preparing for what you're getting ready to do, but I can tell you now that I'm 20 years in that this is pretty much true. Be wary of those opposite sex friendships in the office where you'll be spending most of your days. I've seen marriages steamrolled when the two parties aren't prepared for these circumstances; and it does happen.
But on the upside, its nice to have options! Good luck!
But on the upside, its nice to have options! Good luck!
Try to not let the little annoying things she does get to you. You have some that'll bug the crap out of her too. Never go to sleep mad at each other. Don't be too manly to tell her you are sorry, when you screw up. Even if you're right sometimes. She'll probably not say it to you however. Lastly, make sure you have a place to yourself in the house. You'll want to get away from time to time. Good luck.
Female perspective here.
Have your videographer and photographer take candid photos along with the formal shots. Some of our favorite pictures were candid that we didn't expect--like my Mom hacking at the bottom of my dress with a pair is scissors before the wedding because the underskirt was too long. The guy who videotaped our wedding followed us around during pictures before, the ceremony, and the reception. Along with the ceremony video he put together a short video of candid times throughout the day. My favorite thing to watch. I think I'm going to have everything converted to DVD for our 15th anniversary in a month and a half.
Have fun. It will be the little things that the two of you can remember as a couple.
Have your videographer and photographer take candid photos along with the formal shots. Some of our favorite pictures were candid that we didn't expect--like my Mom hacking at the bottom of my dress with a pair is scissors before the wedding because the underskirt was too long. The guy who videotaped our wedding followed us around during pictures before, the ceremony, and the reception. Along with the ceremony video he put together a short video of candid times throughout the day. My favorite thing to watch. I think I'm going to have everything converted to DVD for our 15th anniversary in a month and a half.
Have fun. It will be the little things that the two of you can remember as a couple.
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CyBer
Guest
Some minor detail will go wrong on the day but you'll be the only two to notice (or whoever your wife mentions it to). The wife will probably have a meltdown about it at the time.
Example:
Our flowers were made with the correct species and colors but not even close to what we had discussed (size, design, finishing touches, etc) and some center pieces were completely missing. To the wife, they were completely wrong and she damn near killed the florist. They still looked good just not exactly what was promised and NONE our guests noticed. (Only paid cost after the FIL got involved.)
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This will be our 5 year anniversary.
Have someone tape the wedding so you can watch it later. I only remember her walking in, our vows, and parts of the reception. The video helps fill in the gaps and I wasn't even drunk.
Keep the lines of communication open. Like others have said, money is a common issue that people fight over.
Don't skip a honeymoon.
Example:
Our flowers were made with the correct species and colors but not even close to what we had discussed (size, design, finishing touches, etc) and some center pieces were completely missing. To the wife, they were completely wrong and she damn near killed the florist. They still looked good just not exactly what was promised and NONE our guests noticed. (Only paid cost after the FIL got involved.)
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This will be our 5 year anniversary.
Have someone tape the wedding so you can watch it later. I only remember her walking in, our vows, and parts of the reception. The video helps fill in the gaps and I wasn't even drunk.
Keep the lines of communication open. Like others have said, money is a common issue that people fight over.
Don't skip a honeymoon.
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CyBer
Guest
For those at your reception who haven't met your wife, introduce her in the following way: "I'd like to introduce you to my first wife {insert name}." She'll love you for it:yes:
Hasn't gone yet. :smile:
I always thought you were worthless....
Oh wait.
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CyBer
Guest
That hurts my feelings ellen, I only thought you were a woman because of the woman name.
Would a women be good at worthless things like Haxball? No. Only a man can be get at stupid things like that.
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CyBer
Guest
That's true, tell your woman to start posting on here. Is she a hawkeye fan too?
