I could really use some sound advice...
My mom died in February after a very long illness. Two weeks ago the bf and I got engaged. I don't even know where to start with planning a wedding and I feel totally overwhelmed. I would have gone straight to my Mom for advice; she was my biggest support. I am an only child and my Dad is 12 hours away. He wants to help but has pretty much isolated himself at home to grieve. My closest friends live far away (by my Dad) and taking time off to go there to prepare for a wedding isn't an option right now. I do not want a traditional wedding. Now that my Mom is gone, the idea of all those "traditions" feels unimportant and silly.
Does anyone have any personal experience with planning a non-traditional wedding that does not involve the MOB?