B&M Monday

dianaslik

So sorry to hear about BM & IL drama

I have a gazillion things to do between the wedding, my last month of grad school and my National Guard training...(not to mention maintaining a household, trying to find time to work/make money & my band). It's really starting to stress me out.

My sister/MOH has been not very nice lately - we are really close, but she's said some fairly hurtful things in the past couple weeks and it's making it hard for me to be excited about doing wedding stuff with her (which I ususally love).  And now, something unavoidable has come up on the day of my first appt wtih the amazing Becky, so my mom may not be able to come, thus my sister may be the only one coming - and I may not want her there. (one of my BMs has to work and the other is OOT)

I can relate to the IL stuff - FI's mom is kinda crazy (as is his brother).  At least FSIL (and her family) are awesome.

KendallandAlbert

So, our dog has allergies so bad that he rips out his fur.  To try and help it regrow, he gets to wear the satelite collar of shame.  When I put it on this morning, he froze.  Like literally, standing up, head lowered not moving.  tts 2 hours later, he is still in almost the same position and whining.  The high pitched squeaking is killing my ears and nothing  I do releases him from the statue state *sigh*  Every now and then he looks over at me like "I hate you mom....i hate you hate you hate you"

sparklingdiamond

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_bm-monday-66?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:b102baee-d7f7-4bad-962f-4f2b3026c8e9Post:d4a031cd-f972-4c53-b5cc-fb6102e075b6">Re: B&M Monday</a>:
[QUOTE]Brooke  - That really sucks about your bridesmaid, but I think you message back to her was really good.  Are you going to have to wear shorter shoes with your dress? ETA: just saw what you said about shoes... <strong>Sarah - That's crap that your alcohol doesn't count towards your minimum.  If we didn't meet ours we were going to add a signature drink and I was going to suggest that, but it wouldn't work for you.</strong> LOL on the 50%!  It's actually even lower because 5 more dropped out (but before I gave final payment so it's ok).  We're still over our minimum but if any drop out after I give payment I'll be sending out an e-vite haha!
Posted by llc2011[/QUOTE]

Yea I agree.  But I guess theres nothing I can do about it now.  I am so ready for it all to be over so I don't have to worry about these stupid things anymore!!

FebDallasBride

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[QUOTE]So, our dog has allergies so bad that he rips out his fur.  To try and help it regrow, he gets to wear the satelite collar of shame.  When I put it on this morning, he froze.  Like literally, standing up, head lowered not moving.  tts 2 hours later, he is still in almost the same position and whining.  The high pitched squeaking is killing my ears and nothing  I do releases him from the statue state *sigh*  Every now and then he looks over at me like "I hate you mom....i hate you hate you hate you"
Posted by KendallandAlbert[/QUOTE]

My Toby does the same thing, however he finally figured out how to get the Cone of Doom off his head, so now he wears one that looks like a life preserver. He's driving me BSC lately with his constant paw-chewing. UGH. No more full breds after this one, he's full of problems.

sparklingdiamond

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[QUOTE]In Response to Re: B&M Monday : Just remind yourself that the little details are really not going to be a big deal once you are MARRIED (in five days)! Brooke, I'm so sorry about your BM.  That is really terrible of her.  At the same time, it is definitely her loss.  I hope she comes around in time to repair your friendship.
Posted by mrsamandamiller[/QUOTE]

Sometimes its hard to keep that perspective!  I have to give my final headcount today and even that is stressing me out!  I know it will all be okay and my hard work will pay off :-)

KendallandAlbert

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[QUOTE]In Response to Re: B&M Monday : My Toby does the same thing, however he finally figured out how to get the Cone of Doom off his head, so now he wears one that looks like a life preserver. He's driving me BSC lately with his constant paw-chewing. UGH. No more full breds after this one, he's full of problems.
Posted by FebDallasBride[/QUOTE]

I took advantage of his paralysis to give him his flea meds (the liquid betweenthe shoulders)  He HATES it but is now kind of swaying back and forth like the rainman trying to get it off while not moving.  I may or may not be laughing so hard I am crying.

I am such a bad momma :P

sparklingdiamond

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[QUOTE]Brooke.. So sorry to hear!! It is her loss and she'll figure it out! Sarah.. Sorry to hear too! As with Lauren we are all here to help you with that situation.. lol. I hate how wedding bring out the pettiness in people.
Posted by DFWIndian[/QUOTE]

Haha maybe I should just invite you ladies!  You would probably be more fun than my family at the moment!  Plus I can't really do much with the extra money I have already spent there.  Since I can't put it towards alcohol theres not much I can put it to :-p

aggiebug

DFWindian- Yeah? What year are they in? we are pretty close so there is a good change I know them.  Or atleast pick them out of a crowd!

BM and IL drama sucks majorly. I am sorry ladies :-(


KendallandAlbert- have you thought about trying oral flea and heartworm meds? (you can do a combo or separate) I HATE the liquid stuff on the shoulders, and I have been using that stuff for years.  When I run out this dog is changing.

marksle84

Well I am glad I'm not the only one with IL issues.

FI & I planned a romantic weekend in Chicago for Easter and when he told his mom (who lives 3 hours from there), she said they were going to be there too! So they booked our hotel without us agreeing on it and are going to pick us up from the airport, ect... So now its a little family Vacay ***sarcasm.  So much for my romantic picnic in Millenium park and stroll through the art museum

NathanandJordan

Sorry to hear about all the wedding drama ladies!  I would like to offer my services as a stand-in guest for any of you that may need one

No real BM for me today except that it has been extremely hard for me to sleep lately so I missed my first class today

On a lighter note....I am into the double digits now!!

juliebug1997

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[QUOTE]In Response to Re: B&M Monday : <strong>Very much so!  I sometimes dreamed of having a close relationship with my future husbands siblings as well.  Don't really see that happening either... but it's hard when Chris doesn't even have a close relationship with them so there was little chance of me having one.</strong>
Posted by llc2011[/QUOTE]

This.  I always thought I was a nice person and that most people seemed to at least tolerate me.  Mine can barely do that and they sort of made Bill an outcast in his own family so his brother and sister barely call him. 

meghanttu08

Just to add-my dog, IDK when, but somehow got in the closet, and chewed my only pair of white Bandalinos that I spent 50-60.00!!!

shortgirltx

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[QUOTE]In Response to Re: B&M Monday : Haha maybe I should just invite you ladies!  You would probably be more fun than my family at the moment!  Plus I can't really do much with the extra money I have already spent there.  Since I can't put it towards alcohol theres not much I can put it to :-p  Posted by sparklingdiamond[/QUOTE]

We <em>would </em>be fun!  We would also "oooh" and "awww" over everything.

shortgirltx

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_bm-monday-66?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:102Discussion:b102baee-d7f7-4bad-962f-4f2b3026c8e9Post:755a803c-52f7-46b6-a73a-ca996687aafa">Re: B&M Monday</a>:
[QUOTE]Well I am glad I'm not the only one with IL issues. FI & I planned a romantic weekend in Chicago for Easter and when he told his mom (who lives 3 hours from there), she said they were going to be there too! So they booked our hotel without us agreeing on it and are going to pick us up from the airport, ect... So now its a little family Vacay ***sarcasm.  So much for my romantic picnic in Millenium park and stroll through the art museum :(  Posted by marksle84[/QUOTE]

I know this will sound bitchy but they can book your hotel all they want, doesn't mean you have to stay there.  They also can't pick you up at the airport without your consent.  If you don't want to stay with them, book your own place and get your own pickup and let them know you will be staying elsewhere and do not need to be picked up "Thanks but no thanks".  If they refuse to listen to you and still pay for the room, that is on them.  You are an adult, they can't force you to do anything.

juliebug1997

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[QUOTE]In Response to Re: B&M Monday : <strong>We would be fun!  We would also "oooh" and "awww" over everything.</strong>
Posted by shortgirltx[/QUOTE]
This

sparklingdiamond

Yea but the problem is not many of you could come because obviously everyone on here has a FI or a DH! :-p

KendallandAlbert

Pfft, we can leave em at home

LoverBean27

Found out this morning that my aunt called my uncle (they r divorced) and asked how he was planning on paying for my cousins BM dresses. Basically, she threw it back on us to pay for them. I'm pissed 1) b.c one of my cousins makes A LOT of money so IDK why dhe cant just buy her own...but 2) bc now once I get a job I have to buy one of their dresses... They are 219 a piece. (And I don't HAVE to buy it but I'm not going to make my uncle by them both.) I hate money when it comes to weddings.

aggiebug

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[QUOTE]Found out this morning that my aunt called my uncle (they r divorced) and asked how he was planning on paying for my cousins BM dresses. Basically, she threw it back on us to pay for them. I'm pissed 1) b.c one of my cousins makes A LOT of money so IDK why dhe cant just buy her own...but 2) bc now once I get a job I have to buy one of their dresses... They are 219 a piece. (And I don't HAVE to buy it but I'm not going to make my uncle by them both.) I hate money when it comes to weddings.
Posted by LoverBean27[/QUOTE]

yikes! that is an expensive dress.  If you don't mind me asking the designer? and if they have been ordered?

FebDallasBride

I can't keep up today cause work is keeping me busy Boo to that but I can't complain about making money.

KendallandAlbert

I miss my Snark   Tell work we take priority.  (Mainly because I am done de-flooding my car, waiting for an interview, and bored to death)  I need my Witty Wendi fix

FebDallasBride

Here's a real B&M: I overcooked the chicken that i made to put in my pasta salads this week. It's tough and icky but I am eating it anyway cause I need my protein. After tonights dinner though I think anything elss I eat will be a disappointment - honey jalapeno shrimp with spaghetti squash. YUM!

PS You know that name game you played as ice breakers? Witty Wendi was always my name. Until I got to college and it changed to Way-Bootylicious Wendi LOL

LoverBean27

Yea... my only problem with selecting new dresses is they all went to try on dresses and everyone was fine with the price when they heard it... that's what make me more pissed. It's  a Jim Hjelm. I agree she should pay, she has no expesenes. But I can't force someone to pay for something. (and i'm not trying to. like I said it's going to come down to me paying for one of them) None of my other BMs have a problem with it and all the weddings I've been in the dresses were 200+ so I don't really want to change bc my aunt is a bitch you know? the dresses haven't been ordered but two of my BM have signed binding contracts to order.... one of them was my other cousin lol

KendallandAlbert

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[QUOTE]. Until I got to college and it changed to Way-Bootylicious Wendi LOL
Posted by FebDallasBride[/QUOTE]

*sigh* No. Ma'am.

llc2011

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[QUOTE]In Response to Re: B&M Monday : This.  I always thought I was a nice person and that most people seemed to at least tolerate me.  Mine can barely do that and they sort of made Bill an outcast in his own family so his brother and sister barely call him. 
Posted by juliebug1997[/QUOTE]

<div>Same here, but then again Chris barely calls them... the whole family is pretty weird with the whole "we'd rather text or FB message or email then pick up the phone".  I knew the close relationship was out the door when his sister called me a b*tch on FB.  I can forgive and try to move pass it, but I don't think I'll ever forget that.</div>

sparklingdiamond

Ok I know this sounds weird since I have never met most of you, but seriously if any of you want to come just let me know.  I don't want to lose the money I've already paid and unless I fill the seats that's what will happen :-/ 

shortgirltx

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[QUOTE]Ok I know this sounds weird since I have never met most of you, but seriously if any of you want to come just let me know.  I don't want to lose the money I've already paid and unless I fill the seats that's what will happen :-/ 
Posted by sparklingdiamond[/QUOTE]

I'm game!

FebDallasBride

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[QUOTE]Ok I know this sounds weird since I have never met most of you, but seriously if any of you want to come just let me know.  I don't want to lose the money I've already paid and unless I fill the seats that's what will happen :-/ 
Posted by sparklingdiamond[/QUOTE]

I'd totally be game if I wasn't crashing another wedding that night. Yes, I said crashing. Actually one of my BMs RSVPd for two to this wedding and came up dateless, so I said "open bar? yes please!" Plus I can post reviews from a non-Bride standpoint ;)

ETA I am totally already planning for a Knottie/Nestie table at my wedding cause I don't feel like making menu adjustments should my headcount drop too much.

sparklingdiamond

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[QUOTE]In Response to Re: B&M Monday : I'm game!
Posted by shortgirltx[/QUOTE]

I sent you a PM!

aggiebug

loverbean- I would call Pearls place and get a quote for the same dress including shipping.

I imagine it will be significantly lower.  and they are totally reputable.

after that what you and they pay for is whatever you want