Ronny Nowzari: nope I am glad we got married my the county clerk. later that night we had a nice cookout with a few friends and family members . that way we were able to go on a honeymoon we drove to Lovers Key Resort in Florida. I would love to go back there. beautiful place
Irma Poiter: OK....hmmm...How in the world will a small city hall wedding and dinner for 50 people cost you $6K?? Even if you have a dinner for $50/per person....that is only $2500....certainly not $6K.I would still opt for the city hall wedding and a private dinner reception. I think you could do this for much less than $6K.
Veta Slicker: @I love weddings. I live in California, near the Coast, so everything is more expensive here. Plus, that isn't just the cost of the food, it includes beer/wine, a simple cake, photography, our suit, dress, officiant or courthouse fees. Our city hall is small, and I don't believe they actually have a room for everyone to come in and watch you, it's ! literally an office where you marry privately with the clerk. I have researched nearby city halls and they basically charge you a rental fee to have any sort of guests. Restaurants around here won't host 50 people for a banquet for free, they have food/bev minimums and some even have rental fees. This is just what I have gathered in the last couple weeks looking online only. I still want to ask around some local restaurants that don't traditionally host weddings to see if they would host a small event for us at an affordable price, maybe off season....Show more
Kellie Waycott: My cousin ordered from them and had no issues, and great customer service.
Lenard Ginyard: We went to the florist and were shocked by the quote. We have a "healthy budget" for our flowers, so that's not the concern. It's just that we thought we would get a lot more for our money. I did some Researchat local wholesalers and then online, and theflowerexchange.com has terrific prices. I was t! hinking about ordering a box in advance to check out the quali! ty, but since they don't send samples it'll be $98.00 for a box of 100 roses. Also, I read their testimonials and of course they're all positive. I'm not worried about ordering in bulk or online, just wondering about this particular vendor....Show more
Carter Dewater: it is worth it to me.peace.
Elfreda Grossen: Additional details required
Barton Slisz: Elopement Regrets
Sammie Bocanegra: Nope. In fact, after the wedding,we went to a favorite restaurant to celebrate. It was with my mother-in-law,stepson & sister-in-law.The restaurant surprisingly picked up the tab.We didn't even bother having a honeymoon.I was in slacks & dress shirt.Wife was in her favorite sun dress. We didn't have wedding rings. The marriage license was all the proof needed for the marriage.
Cassondra Vanholland: Me and my girfriend have been together for two wonderful years. We are both 24 and almost done with college. I love her so much I can't help it! I wanna propose to ! her in a REALLY romantic way. Not the cheesy take her to a restaurant and propose with everybody watching stuff, more nice.... More special. Any help is appreciated.
Amada Greising: Awwwwwwww how cute :)Mmm you know her best, what's her favorite place in the world? Does she like the outdoors or is she more of an indoor person? Does she like adventures and thrills? Or does she prefer a quiet, calm environment?A beach would be nice, or a beautiful garden.. Picnic? Or have your own special prom-like party and propose to her after a dance? Hehe you can be sooo creative with this! Think about what she would love!...Show more
Pattie Vold: I just got married 3 weeks ago, we had a small civil ceremony at my groom's home with our immediate family and a few Friends. We hired a retired judge to officiate, and he came to the house in the evening. We dressed nice, I had a gorgeous flower spray, we and our mom's made dinner - it was beautiful! Next year, exactly 1 year later,! we are having our "Wedding" and will renew our vows, have wedding dres! s/tux, bridal party, full reception for all of our extended family and friends. We already put our deposit down on our hall and are looking forward to the big celebration - even though we are already married now. We are both over 30, and will have to pay for everything ourselves - and this was just an unconventional way but for US it's perfect - good luck in whatever you decide, and remember that the day you marry is the day you will always remember so make it special - simple, yes, but special, too....Show more
Claire Billegas: Here is help.Get married in the City hall with your and her families and siblings in attendance.Count the numbers and add a few uncles and aunts if you can afford it.As for those you could not invite they will take it in their strides,if the are your well wishers.God bless.Wish you a blissful married life.
Estrella Northway: I didn't do this, but one option you didn't mention is probably the best. Get an officiant (they're everywhere - ! yellow pages, craigslist, etc) and have the officiant perform your ceremony. It's probably cheaper than city hall - in fact, in some states any notary public can do it.Then invite the people who matter most and do it all (ceremony/reception) at your home, or your parents' home, or whoever has the nicest backyard! Catering is very reasonable, and what my sister did was get some "meat" from a barbecue place (she had pulled pork and chicken, I believe) and also their cole slaw, which is totally yummy. Then she and a couple relatives made all the side dishes for this. Barbecue side dishes are tasty and notoriously cheap - baked beans, potato salad, corn and/or corn bread, etc. She also had a nice make your own salad bar. The group was manageable (around 50) and she had disposable cameras laying around for us to take photos. There was music in the backyard and we even danced.You're correct that etiquette does require a reception, but you could put this one together for we! ll under $1000, and that would include whatever cake you want. Just ma! ke sure the people who matter most are there and you won't regret it. My sister's wedding was really nice. I'm not sure what it cost total, but she had beer, wine and margaritas to drink, in addition to sodas and water.PS - Avis, you cannot invite 150 people to a ceremony and not serve them something. That looks like a total gift grab (not to mention violating etiquette)....Show more
Joellen Zorrilla: Thank you MessyKat. I didn't mention a backyard wedding because we live in an apartment and my Dad lives in a condo. Not practical to do it at his parent's house, they live over 6 hours away. My parents are "supportive" but they're not the type that are going to be involved and super helpful. I am pretty much on my own. We are looking to rent a bigger place come summer when our lease ends. We are keeping an eye out for small cottages that have a decent sized yard, but we'll see....Show more
Idell Dufort: Yahoo Answers is fulling of wedding REGRETS, and the top! two regrets are . . (a) We got married too young.(b) We got married by a Judge/Justice of the Peace or in a Court House setting.Real wedding . . This Bride and Groom could have had any type of wedding they wanted but they chose to have something "short and simple." The couple rented a gazebo in a community park for four hours. The 1030AM ceremony took place on a Saturday morning in May just as the trees and bushes were coming into bloom. The Bride did not wear a gown and the Groom did not wear a tuxedo. There were no wedding attendants, two of the guests were the official witnesses. Over 150 guests stood outside of the gazebo as the Bride and Groom stated their vows inside the gazebo. When the fifteen minute ceremony was over the Bride and Groom walked to their car and drove away. By 8PM that evening the newlyweds were sipping tropical drinks at their honeymoon destination. This couple got exactly what they wanted . . a simple ceremony in a lovely setting with ! friends and family members (no printed invitations, no theme colors, no! wedding attendants, no disc jockey, no wedding cake, and no roast chicken dinner) and a great honeymoon.Answered by: A Certified wedding specialist / A Professional bridal consultant / A Wedding ceremony officiant...Show more
Ignacio Imbier: My husband and I are expecting our first child, a girl, on Christmas Eve and so he is working lots and lots of hours to help pay for her. How do we find time to reconnect as a married couple and what are some good ideas?
Blair Abdi: My step-sister had a backyard wedding for $600 with about 30 people. She set up a tarp (rented) along with a couple rented tables and folding chairs. The ceremony was over in about 5-10 minutes and then we had a bbq. She ordered some items and others brought food. We danced to songs on an ipod and I made them a CD which they played too. It was beautiful and they were happy and that it what its all about.For my wedding, we live in Massachusetts but have a lot of family in the nieghboring s! tate of NH. We are spending $20 per person for a simple wedding in NH (plus 9% tax and gratuity) which will be around $3,000 and way less expensive than anything I could find for that size in the Boston area. I found a dress (Maggie Sottero) for only $300 and am only have my 2 sisters are my MOH/bridesmaid. My mother is making the centerpieces/favors and my dad agreed to pay for the meals.My point is: if you are willing to do the work and the research (it's your wedding day!!!) you will find much more affordable options than what you mentioned above. I would even be willing to help you!!Add: I just read your worry about a photographer. I am only paying $300 for my sister's friend to do the photography. She minored in photography in college and I have seen her portfolio which I love. You should look for college students/recent grads who are looking to put a portfolio together and will do your wedding for very cheap. (try craigslist or contact a local university)...Sho! w more
Rolanda Merritt: Start to pay attention to the little thin! gs that we take for granted. Leave little notes to each other, and set aside time just for the two of you and stick to it. Let each other know that you appreciate each other. Say I love you often,be supportive of each other.