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  • bsn1752bsn1752 member
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:6653162e-e457-4d0b-96c8-34ec44a8144f">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : I do believe we are talking about the same person.  cfibelkorn, its karendawson. An additional flame, and this one is a little touchy (I'm in a grouchy mood today so I am thankful for FFF as a place to vent).  <strong>I flame parents who put their child on the Angel Tree and put outrageous things like gaming systems and computers.  I know that that may be something that your kid wants, but I'm not made of money either.  I'd rather help out a kid who wants educational toys or clothes or something that isn't electronic.  I know I sound cheap/shallow/whatever, but IMO I feel like these kids are a little selfish.... /end rant
    </strong>Posted by NathanandJordan[/QUOTE]

    OK - I'm going to sound like I have dual personalities here...

    Devil's advocate - My 3.5 year old has an itouch... don't judge.  It's actually really great... she can play her games on it, watch TV shows and listen to music (which she doesn't do often).  But I bought it used off a guy at work.  I paid $40 for it, it's scratched up and it's an older model, but it's great.

    HOWEVER, I bought that myself.  I didn't ask anyone to buy it for her, nor I do I think that she <u><strong>needs</strong></u> it to survive or function.  I believe that the Angel Tree should have age appropriate gifts, along with practical ones.  An MP3 player for a 15 year old... sure, I can understand that.  And you don't have to spend a ton of money of them either.

    To extend on your rant... my grandmother does a program through her church called "Christmas Providers".  The program has her adopt a whole family for Christmas.  Their requirements are that you buy a gift for each child, and you provide an item for the household (dishes, towels, etc.) and Christmas turkey/ham.  Every year, my grandmother calls the parents of the family that she adopts and asks what they would like... and she always buys extras (she has a heart of gold).  Last year, she provided coats for the whole family, winter clothes for both children, 5 toys each from "Santa", dishes, cups, plates, blankets and towels... and their entire Christmas dinner.

    Well the family she has this year... she called the mother to get their "list".  My grandmother gets a form stating how many children that she has and their basic items they've requested....

    The forms says there are two children in the family, but the lady listed 3 kids lists... she said "oh, the other one is my daughters friend... she just wanted to see if she could get some stuff too."... WTF. REALLY?  You're asking for a hand out and now you're trying to be sneaky too?

    Next, they were going through the kids wish list... which includes:  Britney Spears Curious Purfume, black Nike tennis shoes, Abercrombie jeans, iTouch, bicycles for each child and gift cards.  My grandmother asked if she could just get regular black shoes, or some cheaper purfume... and the lady had the nerve to say "No, you can't... they won't like it and it will go in the garbage if you do."

    I.was.fuming.

    I told my grandmother to get the basic requirements that the church sets forth and report them.  People like that ruin it for the whole system.
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  • shortgirltxshortgirltx
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:c4fb3ab7-380b-44ee-bb94-b37ba65d53c5">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]Shortgirl, The Angel Tree usually has elderly people too but they didn't have very many this year.
    Posted by juliebug1997[/QUOTE]

    Ah, I so did not know this!  I guess I just need to pay better attention to the ages this time.
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  • nickandmerrittnickandmerritt
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:beefc4b7-8c6a-4ee9-9245-60280c6eab5d">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : I flame nickandmerritt....it seems like you are only on the DFW Board on Fridays...and to top it off, all of your posts on FFF are always contradicting what everyone is saying. You seem like the kind of person (and I may be and probably am wrong) who always has to "fight the man/woman/person/general ideas"
    Posted by cfibelkorn[/QUOTE]

    Dude, chill out.  Who am I fighting in my post?  I was seriously not trying to be a douche at all, I was just stating my opinion.   I don't even have a problem with anything anyone else was saying, I was just giving another perspective.  I also don't understand your problem with me posting on FFF, are there certain people who have more of a right to post here than me?
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  • bsn1752bsn1752 member
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:beefc4b7-8c6a-4ee9-9245-60280c6eab5d">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : I flame nickandmerritt....it seems like you are only on the DFW Board on Fridays...and to top it off, all of your posts on FFF are always contradicting what everyone is saying. You seem like the kind of person (and I may be and probably am wrong) who always has to "fight the man/woman/person/general ideas"
    Posted by cfibelkorn[/QUOTE]

    To be fair, she participated in OL Tuesday, the wedding album talk with Renee.... AND the freaking amber+mcbritt girl... AND she was on our (read: the sane) side. 
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  • lesalyriclesalyric member
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:82cf1997-417c-4550-8e4a-45c709983155">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : One of the things I liked about the Angel Tree though was how there was usually a pretty good range of gift requests, so you can choose according to your own priorities or budget. by nickandmerritt[/QUOTE]

    I have to agree with this. If a kid wants a Wii, they want a Wii. There are some people who are in a financial situation where buying a stranger a Wii isn't that big of a deal. Just because someone is asking for charity doesn't mean that they can't ask for something fun or less neccesary than gloves, shoes, etc. Imagine the look on that kid's face when Mom is able to get them the Wii they never thought would come. Totally worth spending $199 on a stranger.
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  • cfibelkorncfibelkorn member
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    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:c95f49b9-68a0-4756-85fe-5f69ed41448b">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : I told my grandmother to get the basic requirements that the church sets forth and report them.  People like that ruin it for the whole system.
    Posted by bsn1752[/QUOTE]

    I agree to report them!! I hate it when people abuse situations like this and mess it up for people who really do deserve this kind of program. Your grandma sounds like she has a heart of gold and how horrible of those people to try and "use" her

    I don't know your grandma or those people but I am sitting at work fuming too just from reading that crap!
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  • juliebug1997juliebug1997 member
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:c95f49b9-68a0-4756-85fe-5f69ed41448b">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : OK - I'm going to sound like I have dual personalities here... Devil's advocate - My 3.5 year old has an itouch... don't judge.  It's actually really great... she can play her games on it, watch TV shows and listen to music (which she doesn't do often).  But I bought it used off a guy at work.  I paid $40 for it, it's scratched up and it's an older model, but it's great. HOWEVER, I bought that myself.  I didn't ask anyone to buy it for her, nor I do I think that she needs it to survive or function.  I believe that the Angel Tree should have age appropriate gifts, along with practical ones.  An MP3 player for a 15 year old... sure, I can understand that.  And you don't have to spend a ton of money of them either. To extend on your rant... my grandmother does a program through her church called "Christmas Providers".  The program has her adopt a whole family for Christmas.  Their requirements are that you buy a gift for each child, and you provide an item for the household (dishes, towels, etc.) and Christmas turkey/ham.  Every year, my grandmother calls the parents of the family that she adopts and asks what they would like... and she always buys extras (she has a heart of gold).  Last year, she provided coats for the whole family, winter clothes for both children, 5 toys each from "Santa", dishes, cups, plates, blankets and towels... and their entire Christmas dinner. Well the family she has this year... she called the mother to get their "list".  My grandmother gets a form stating how many children that she has and their basic items they've requested.... The forms says there are two children in the family, but the lady listed 3 kids lists... she said "oh, the other one is my daughters friend... she just wanted to see if she could get some stuff too."... WTF. REALLY?  You're asking for a hand out and now you're trying to be sneaky too? Next, they were going through the kids wish list... which includes:  Britney Spears Curious Purfume, black Nike tennis shoes, Abercrombie jeans, iTouch, bicycles for each child and gift cards.  My grandmother asked if she could just get regular black shoes, or some cheaper purfume... and the lady had the nerve to say "No, you can't... they won't like it and it will go in the garbage if you do." I.was.fuming. I told my grandmother to get the basic requirements that the church sets forth and report them.  People like that ruin it for the whole system.
    Posted by bsn1752[/QUOTE]

    There's a difference between 15 mos. old and 3 1/2 years.  And I get that some kids need music to help them sleep--I was that way.  But you know what?  Instead of asking for an MP3 player, why not ask for a boombox or something?  If I asked a 15 mos. old baby what he wanted for Christmas, he or she could point at a lamp like Brick Tamblin from "Anchorman". 
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  • sparklingdiamondsparklingdiamond member
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:61d0835e-8bfd-4934-8f8c-d4783816f4f3">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : There's a difference between 15 mos. old and 3 1/2 years.  And I get that some kids need music to help them sleep--I was that way.  But you know what?  Instead of asking for an MP3 player, why not ask for a boombox or something?  If I asked a 15 mos. old baby what he wanted for Christmas, <strong>he or she could point at a lamp like Brick Tamblin from "Anchorman". 
    </strong>Posted by juliebug1997[/QUOTE]

    Haha that made me laugh!  I love that movie!  But I do agree with you here.  A 15 mo old doesn't need an MP3 player.
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  • cfibelkorncfibelkorn member
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:1db45275-236b-494b-893e-00c10531d734">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : Dude, chill out.  Who am I fighting in my post?  I was seriously not trying to be a douche at all, I was just stating my opinion.   I don't even have a problem with anything anyone else was saying, I was just giving another perspective.  I also don't understand your problem with me posting on FFF, are there certain people who have more of a right to post here than me?
    Posted by nickandmerritt[/QUOTE]

    Whoops...when I read my post back that sounded a lot harsher than it was intended to....it was honestly a light hearted notice of your frequency on FFF....but Brianna just noted all the other places you have posted (which I obviously over looked) my bad!    ::insert foot into mouth:: <img src="http://cdn.cl9.vanillaforums.com/downloaded/ver1.0/content/scripts/tinymce/plugins/emotions/images/smiley-foot-in-mouth.gif" border="0" alt="Foot in mouth" title="Foot in mouth" />
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  • bsn1752bsn1752 member
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:61d0835e-8bfd-4934-8f8c-d4783816f4f3">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : There's a difference between 15 mos. old and 3 1/2 years.  And I get that some kids need music to help them sleep--I was that way.  But you know what?  Instead of asking for an MP3 player, why not ask for a boombox or something?  If I asked a 15 mos. old baby what he wanted for Christmas, he or she could point at a lamp like Brick Tamblin from "Anchorman". 
    Posted by juliebug1997[/QUOTE]

    I agree, there's a big difference.  A 15 month old wouldn't be able to use an MP3 player at all.
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  • nickandmerrittnickandmerritt
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:61d0835e-8bfd-4934-8f8c-d4783816f4f3">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : There's a difference between 15 mos. old and 3 1/2 years.  And I get that some kids need music to help them sleep--I was that way.  But you know what?  Instead of asking for an MP3 player, why not ask for a boombox or something?  If I asked a 15 mos. old baby what he wanted for Christmas, he or she could point at a lamp like Brick Tamblin from "Anchorman". 
    Posted by juliebug1997[/QUOTE]

    Maybe they are hoping that the mp3 player will be more useful in the long run?  Again, I don't think anyone should feel obligated at all to purchase something like that for someone on the angel tree, but I guess I don't see the problem in asking.  I don't know though, what would be an appropriate wish list gift for a 15 month old?  I don't know that much about kids b/c I haven't spent a lot of time around them.  (Sorry, I don't remember that part of anchorman, so I missed the reference!)
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  • nickandmerrittnickandmerritt
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    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:957af958-1f2f-490a-b4ea-52c1616cc103">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : Whoops...when I read my post back that sounded a lot harsher than it was intended to....it was honestly a light hearted notice of your frequency on FFF....but Brianna just noted all the other places you have posted (which I obviously over looked) my bad!    ::insert foot into mouth:: 
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    That's fine, I realize I have said things that alienated people before.
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  • serlaceserlace
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    edited December 2011
    Am I wrong or is the Angel Tree for those that really cannot afford to buy their children any Christmas gifts?  I agree that the gifts should cover neccessities - clothes, jackets, etc.  I also agree that it's nice to throw in one or two "wants".  I don't think the entire list should be "wants" (iPod, Wii, etc.).  I also don't think neccessities should be designer clothes, etc. 

    Brianna - the whole situation your grandma is experiencing is ridiculous.  That program is set up for people who otherwise would not have any gifts at all.  You don't add non-relatives to "see what they would get".  And you sure as hell don't say you will throw it away if it's not what you want.  Really?  Could that make any less sense?
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  • shortgirltxshortgirltx
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    edited December 2011
    I don't normally wish things on people but I hope crabbycoworker gets a dose of the crap I've had to deal with over the last week.

    I think I would ask for another family, if you could, if I was your grandmother.  And it does ruin it for everyone. 
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  • lesalyriclesalyric member
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:9d6d5aba-b645-40bb-b4c8-c149f90f0c70">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]Am I wrong or is the Angel Tree for those that really cannot afford to buy their children any Christmas gifts?  Posted by serlace[/QUOTE]

    The Angel Tree is for those families and seniors who meet the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

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  • bellagracebellagrace member
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    I always do the Angel tree and I usually try to pick older kids. They usually get left out because of age. But, when we did go pick an angel this year there was one for a 2 year old who wanted a xbox. There are always going to be people who take advantage of things, but I always hope thats is only a few.
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  • bsn1752bsn1752 member
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:9d6d5aba-b645-40bb-b4c8-c149f90f0c70">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]Am I wrong or is the Angel Tree for those that really cannot afford to buy their children any Christmas gifts?  I agree that the gifts should cover neccessities - clothes, jackets, etc.  I also agree that it's nice to throw in one or two "wants".  I don't think the entire list should be "wants" (iPod, Wii, etc.).  I also don't think neccessities should be designer clothes, etc.  Brianna - the whole situation your grandma is experiencing is ridiculous.  That program is set up for people who otherwise would not have any gifts at all.  You don't add non-relatives to "see what they would get". <strong> And you sure as hell don't say you will throw it away if it's not what you want.  Really?  Could that make any less sense?
    </strong>Posted by serlace[/QUOTE]

    I know, it's incredibly irritating.  My grandmother felt horrible too for complaining about it.  And the mother of the family has called my grandmother probably 8 times since she drew their names a week ago... This woman is just a mooch (and I hate to be that way about it).
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  • juliebug1997juliebug1997 member
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    edited December 2011
    Leslie,
    Actually, my dad's dialysis center has been on an Angel Tree in the past.  He got socks and some other little stuff one year.  We were baffled because we certainly are not in need.

    I agree on the need/want thing.  In the past, we have gotten each person their need and their want and then get some other stuff if we haven't spent too much.  I guess my problem is more with the age appropriateness of it.  Since we get so many Angels and we have so much to buy, I would not buy a Wii for one of my Angels but then I also wouldn't pick them. 

    Soapbox moment here....
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    If you are thinking about doing an Angel and have the means, please consider one of the teenagers.  They are certainly overlooked during this time because they don't have a Leap Pad or like Spiderman toys.  The Salvation Army's last day is Dec. 8th. 
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  • lesalyriclesalyric member
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    edited December 2011
    Julie - I didn't know that places like dyalisis centers could sign up, that's cool though, a lot of people there could probably use some help.

    ITA on the teenagers. They are such a forgotten population when it comes to charities. Everyone wants to help a baby or a child, but teenagers languish on the list.
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  • danac2010danac2010
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    I flame one of my BMs.  She is getting married in Feb.  I just got her Evite to the bridal shower.  Yep an evite but also announced on FB with the address and all.  (Gift Grabby much)  Also she is inviting 120ish people to said shower.  She doesn't plan on sending out invitations to the wedding either but putting something in our church bulletin (happens alot) and posting the time and place on FB.  I'm sorry but this is so wrong!!!
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  • msealemseale member
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:43704c64-97ea-4576-a03f-030e701fec28">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : The Angel Tree is for those families and seniors who meet the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Online Angel Tree for mseale: <a href="http://angel.jcpenney.com/" rel='nofollow'>http://angel.jcpenney.com/</a>
    Posted by lesalyric[/QUOTE]

    Thank you!  IT is always easier to pick them out here, buy the presents and then take them to a mall.  It just cuts down on a trip to the mall, and I look for any reason to avoid them during this month.
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  • TexanTreasure08TexanTreasure08 member
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    I would like to ask that everyone give N&M a chance. She realized she was in the wrong with the way she come off on the political FFF post and she's trying to watch how she comes off now. I was really impressed she didn't come back really defensive and try to make us look like the bad guys when she got called out.
    & yea, she was on our side with that crazy girl.
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  • serlaceserlace
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    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:6c7566a6-b354-457f-ac67-8c93d2ebc105">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]I flame one of my BMs.  She is getting married in Feb.  I just got her Evite to the bridal shower.  Yep an evite but also announced on FB with the address and all.  (Gift Grabby much)  Also she is inviting 120ish people to said shower.  She doesn't plan on sending out invitations to the wedding either but putting something in our church bulletin (happens alot) and posting the time and place on FB.  I'm sorry but this is so wrong!!!
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    Wow.  120 people at a bridal shower?  She's inviting the entire church to the wedding? Is she feeding all of these people?
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  • msealemseale member
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:ad0336a5-3788-4ee4-b4d8-4c8a4deb9837">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]I would like to ask that everyone give N&M a chance. She realized she was in the wrong with the way she come off on the political FFF post and she's trying to watch how she comes off now. I was really impressed she didn't come back really defensive and try to make us look like the bad guys when she got called out. & yea, she was on our side with that crazy girl.
    Posted by TexanTreasure08[/QUOTE]

    What Carzy girl???  I was out for a few days, seems I missed something.
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  • danac2010danac2010
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:d902086a-a7e7-4f59-a6cf-b5ba805e904b">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : Wow.  120 people at a bridal shower?  She's inviting the entire church to the wedding? Is she feeding all of these people?
    Posted by serlace[/QUOTE]

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  • lesalyriclesalyric member
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:321d2b93-78d8-41c1-8293-3f0e205ee104">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : What Carzy girl???  I was out for a few days, seems I missed something.
    Posted by mseale[/QUOTE]

    Nutshell:

    There was a girl who was 18 (but would TOTALLY be 19.5 when married...lol) who came on here asking advice about dealing with family and finances for their wedding. She said the Lord had spoken to her and her fiance and that they were to get married on June 25, 2011, later in the post it was July 25th. She was naive and almost so clueless it was hard to believe she was real.

    There was just A LOT wrong with the post that people didn't agree with. She got increasingly testy in her responses and Brianna had to lay the smack down on her, so she is gone.
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  • serlaceserlace
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:b931d816-01a7-4473-8451-4a63525636ef">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : Nutshell: There was a girl who was 18 (but would TOTALLY be 19.5 when married...lol) who came on here asking advice about dealing with family and finances for their wedding. She said the Lord had spoken to her and her fiance and that they were to get married on June 25, 2011, later in the post it was July 25th. She was naive and almost so clueless it was hard to believe she was real. There was just A LOT wrong with the post that people didn't agree with. She got increasingly testy in her responses and <strong>Brianna had to lay the smack down on her, so she is gone.
    </strong>Posted by lesalyric[/QUOTE]

    Haha.  Yes.  Moderator to the rescue.

    I flame Tiffany.  How dare she not log in on her day off to participate in FFF. ;)
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  • lesalyriclesalyric member
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    edited December 2011
    My photographer posted 10 new wedding pics to FB and I want to share them with you guys but don't think 10 pics warrant a full AW post. :)

    HOPEFULLY there will be a disc in my mailbox when I get home today and I will be able to AW the whole lot this weekend. If not I flame myself for telling my photographer "oh no, don't worry about it" when she said she would bring them to my office on Monday and I also flame the USPS for being so damn slow.
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-37?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:4b4c9993-f853-42f8-82c0-af5385857593Post:24abcf92-7586-404a-93b1-5652c04d1b07">Re: FFF</a>:
    [QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : <strong>Haha.  Yes.  Moderator to the rescue</strong>. I flame Tiffany.  How dare she not log in on her day off to participate in FFF. ;)
    Posted by serlace[/QUOTE]

    LOL - thanks.  :)

    Testy wouldn't even be the word... down-right nasty is more like it lol.  The way that she acted just solidified everyone's assumption that she was on the immature side of "adulthood".

    She even said "whatever" to all of us.  She sure did get us there.
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  • sarathirzasarathirza member
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    edited December 2011
    gah, i'm flaming tk for not letting my post show up the first time!

    brianna, i can't believe what your poor grandmother is going through - way to be rewarded for doing a kind deed! it makes me so angry that people would have that reaction.  i get that you only want the best for your kids, but maybe its putting into perspective what 'best' is? maybe this year its having a table full of food, clothes on your back, and a roof over your head rather than brittney spears perfume?

    and to restore a little faith in humaity - as part of my job, i'm responsbile for awarding sweepstakes prizes.  one of our winners recieved a $400 gift card, but because he felt he and his wife didn't need the money, he passed it along the a single mother with 3 children. i got a little choked up at work when i heard that!
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