FFF/LFF

AJuliaNJ · March 2013

It's my first time playing. Here are 2 that drove/drive me nuts:
1. The woman who went on Instagram and started harassing a random stranger about her DIY wedding idea. I feel that it is equally as rude to provide people with unsolicited etiquette advice. It's not like she came on the boards asking for an opinion; she just posted a photo on Instagram.
2. All of the people selling junk on the Getting In Shape board. If you are going to be a salesperson, know your audience. The women on GIS are dedicated to healthy lifestyles, not fad diets. Not only is posting ads against the Knot's rules, but having a bunch of ads in the boards would make people not want to post there. In addition, the stuff they are trying to sell is at best useless, and at worst, potentially harmful.

and one for outside TK:
3. I hate people that sell things to friends (or friends of friends). This is a terrible business model that alienates people and makes them feel uncomfortable. A girl I haven't spoken to in years just called me as I was writing this because she heard I was getting married and she sells Mary Kay and could totally do my make-up. Another friend gave her my number. Totally awkward.

AddieCake · March 2013

After the wedding, I was too busy preparing for the end of the school year and preparing to move to mess with it. Having to pack up our entire apartment by myself as well as a classroom I had been in for 10 years was time consuming as hell.

Then when we got here, I was busy with finding us a place to live and moving AGAIN from the friend's house we were staying at while we looked for a place. Most of this was all on my own b/c my husband works out of state for a month or more at a time.

Once we got settled in the house we're in, I went, took one look at the line, and came home and decided to do it online. But you have to have your license, not a copy of it, and I wasn't about to mail my license and be without it for X amount of time. I was in no hurry to go back right away, so I waited a few weeks before even getting around to thinking about it.

Then we decided to transfer some money around from my retirement package in Texas and into something with our bank instead, which took longer than expected b/c of the holidays and offices being closed a lot, and changing my name before that process was complete was going to cause problems, so I just waited until that was all done.

beardownbchs · March 2013

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_etiquette_ffflff?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding BoardsForum:9Discussion:a1ba777b-31cc-44f9-a107-04ace7639cefPost:f74cb262-f64f-4817-8237-ca01ba6d9a05">Re: FFF/LFF</a>:
[QUOTE]I don't really have any flames, but love to Addie because she's great, and pele because she makes me giggle, and beardown because her EB in her siggy is the CUTEST EVER.
Posted by mrskaiser22[/QUOTE]

LOL thanks!! She's actually an American Bulldog - that head down there is bigger than mine. :) I don't know why, but I call that her hamburger face.

Thanks Lia!! I was starting to think I need a break from here because I'm getting too impatient and snippy with new posters and I don't want to be the reason someone doesn't come back. I'm glad you like my sarcasm. :)

kmbryant2413 · March 2013

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_etiquette_ffflff?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding%20BoardsForum:9Discussion:a1ba777b-31cc-44f9-a107-04ace7639cefPost:99f97741-ca73-4df2-9729-272656ebdeb5">Re: FFF/LFF</a>:
[QUOTE]Oh, also LFF to Steign for this gif in the blue butterfly thread. I actually just laughed out loud in my office while catching up on other flames.
Posted by mrskaiser22[/QUOTE]

<div>I keep going back to that thread just to see that gif. It makes me laugh so hard I cry. Every. Time.</div>

harper0813 · March 2013

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_etiquette_ffflff?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding%20BoardsForum:9Discussion:a1ba777b-31cc-44f9-a107-04ace7639cefPost:7e5f1d22-1f61-405b-87ab-db87219eceb9">Re: FFF/LFF</a>:
[QUOTE] <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/special-topic-wedding-boards_moms-maids_bridal-partytitle-suggestions-needed">http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/special-topic-wedding-boards_moms-maids_bridal-partytitle-suggestions-needed</a> mommad for saying she didn't want alcohol at her wedding because "there are alcoholics in our family, lol". She uses 'lol' the way Joey uses air quotes .
Posted by TXKristan[/QUOTE]<div>
</div><div>I SECOND THIS ONE. Every post she made ended with "lol"!

</div>

AddieCake · March 2013

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_etiquette_ffflff?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding%20BoardsForum:9Discussion:a1ba777b-31cc-44f9-a107-04ace7639cefPost:71dd0156-0cea-437c-b07a-93fb3048b607">Re: FFF/LFF</a>:
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF/LFF : I keep going back to that thread just to see that gif. It makes me laugh so hard I cry. Every. Time.
Posted by kmbryant2413[/QUOTE]

<div>OMG. I am just now looking at this thread. That is flucking hilarious. </div>

McRogol · March 2013

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_etiquette_ffflff?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding%20BoardsForum:9Discussion:a1ba777b-31cc-44f9-a107-04ace7639cefPost:763ba1c6-7d11-402b-8f92-7b0e0d3b2d37">Re:FFF/LFF</a>:
[QUOTE]In Response to Re:FFF/LFF : Attention.
Posted by cookie0803[/QUOTE]

<div>I couldn't agree more...And sad to be needing attention from a bunch of internet "strangers".</div>

JennaMichelle88 · March 2013

I have to give some love to all the regs who are as patient as humanly possible with everyone who posts the same bad ideas over and over. I don't know how any one manages to stay sane after writing "your bridesmaids are not your slaves" 8000 times.

monkeysip · March 2013

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_etiquette_ffflff?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding%20BoardsForum:9Discussion:a1ba777b-31cc-44f9-a107-04ace7639cefPost:0f3dfae2-63b1-47a8-a7e4-4052c10a792b">Re:FFF/LFF</a>:
[QUOTE]In Response to Re:FFF/LFF : Sorry, that'll show me for typing before coffee. An example would be "I'm getting married 1-5-15, though I haven't booked anything. I told my aunt this and now my cousin is stealing my date!"
Posted by Harry87[/QUOTE]

But, like, omg, that was the only date that worked for her and FI for the next 15 years!

My only flame is for several posters in this thread: <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_reception-ideas_elopement-reception_.1">http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_reception-ideas_elopement-reception_.1</a>

The OP wanted an elopement "Reception"... and people tried to steer her clear or etiquette faux-pas. The OP wasn't really unreasonable, but then several other women jumped in with the "It's her day" or "Sometimes you have to get married soon and have a later reception" BS

I will give my LFF to Kristan for her Friends/Joey reference (I still watch my Friends DVDs religiously, and I can reference Friends for any possible situation in life)

And another LFF for the girl in this thread
<a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_honeymoon_registry-ideas">http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_honeymoon_registry-ideas</a>

Was considering a honeymoon registry and actually... changed. her. mind. It was shocking. Someone listened to reason for once!

Sassenach1743 · March 2013

I'm not sure if this one has been done yet, but I've been saving it since I read it on Tuesday...

I'm flaming alyelcalil for another vow renewal / PPD tantrum over on Invites and Paper. Especially when she tried to backpedal later in the post and act like she didn't really mean what she'd originally said.

I hate when people do that! Own your words and opinions people. Even if you ARE acting like a tool and end up realizing you're wrong, then own that too! Just apologize and then change your tune, don't try to act like you never said or meant what to say what you originally posted... LAME!

http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_invites-paper_last-names-on-invitations

Brittywest05 · March 2013

I'd like to flame danielm18, for thinking her bridesmaids would actually hang a painted picture of themselves from her wedding in her home. Double flame for her thinking it's acceptable to get them 2+ months after the wedding!! --my first flame!!!

steign · March 2013

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_etiquette_ffflff?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding%20BoardsForum:9Discussion:a1ba777b-31cc-44f9-a107-04ace7639cefPost:99f97741-ca73-4df2-9729-272656ebdeb5">Re: FFF/LFF</a>:
[QUOTE]Oh, also LFF to Steign for this gif in the blue butterfly thread. I actually just laughed out loud in my office while catching up on other flames.
Posted by mrskaiser22[/QUOTE]

Lol! It was too good of a gif to not post! Thanks for the love <3

Peledreamsofrain · March 2013

Ok, so I was weak and posted in the hubcap thread. To be fair to me though, my google search results were just too funny not to share

ZiggyZos · March 2013

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_etiquette_ffflff?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding BoardsForum:9Discussion:a1ba777b-31cc-44f9-a107-04ace7639cefPost:a8cbca64-309b-4ae8-8c0d-347155fa6e09">Re: FFF/LFF</a>:
[QUOTE]Love to everybody who gave me GREAT advice on Monday when I lost my job. Thank you for making me feel like Im not alone in this and for helping me look for the silver lining. It was great to hear something other than "oh, you will be fine" & actually recieving some real advice. My flame goes out to Alyelcalil for her post on I&P. Because she had a "rough first year of marriage" she feels like she needs to renew her vows...well, actually have a PPD. She didnt get the experience of wearing the white dress and having bridesmaids when she eloped just over a year ago. Also, for not changing her name until now. Got married in Dec 2011 and still hasnt changed her name? I have no problem with people not changing their name at all, but if you decide to change your name, why should it take over a year? Link here ETA: I also want to give love to everybody who post all the funny ridiculous things that kids in their lives say. They are too cute!
Posted by Sierra524[/QUOTE]

Haven't gotten past this post yet, so I'm sure it's already been addressed, but I've been married 7 months this past Sunday and haven't changed my name,. I likely won't until sometime this summer.

I have to take a series of state exams for certification. All of those are under my maiden name. It is MUCH easier together my certificate in my maiden name and change JUST that than it is to try to change my information for four exams taken over the past three years.

Peledreamsofrain · March 2013

I also flame the flu. Seriously dude, nobody loves you, stop with the clingyness.

efmcc67 · March 2013

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_etiquette_ffflff?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding%20BoardsForum:9Discussion:a1ba777b-31cc-44f9-a107-04ace7639cefPost:11dca962-6b82-4069-9556-65b30ff81b40">Re: FFF/LFF</a>:
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF/LFF : I spent the last 13 years in TX not liking Mexican food, sweet tea, or Dr.Pepper. Believe me, I am used to this flame!! :P
Posted by AddieL73[/QUOTE]

<div>I live in North Carolina, and I don't like sweet tea, either :)</div>

StephJean83 · March 2013

In Response to Re:FFF/LFF:[QUOTE]I also flame the flu. Seriously dude, nobody loves you, stop with the clingyness. Posted by Peledreamsofrain[/QUOTE]

I second this with the cold that is going around. Totally over the coughing, hacking, inability to breathe, hurting when I eat and all over discomfort.

McRogol · March 2013

Since it's still Friday, I flame this post:

http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_etiquette_sick-of-entitled-brides

Who on her first day of joining, and her very first post decided to make a stand against all brides who complain about their struggles with planning while their parents are paying for their wedding.

TKzilla · March 2013

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_etiquette_ffflff?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding%20BoardsForum:9Discussion:a1ba777b-31cc-44f9-a107-04ace7639cefPost:43fed41c-7e27-4207-80c3-acbc2b9cc029">Re: FFF/LFF</a>:
[QUOTE]I flame MoxieMickie for her reply to this post. Anyone who thinks I don't support women's rights doesn't know me at all. This made me angry. <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_invites-paper_master-and-miss">http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_invites-paper_master-and-miss</a>
Posted by CMGr[/QUOTE]

<div>I feel like this thread has just smacked me in the face with the realization that so many Knotties are not in their mid-to-late-20s like I thought. I read that thread and thought "No way she's old enough to have been in college in the 70s..."</div>

LDubHawksFan · March 2013

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_etiquette_ffflff?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding%20BoardsForum:9Discussion:a1ba777b-31cc-44f9-a107-04ace7639cefPost:7cb1f120-3e61-4afd-ac74-fec3b826e4c6">Re: FFF/LFF</a>:
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF/LFF : Really?! Well, prior to TK I didnt even know anybody who didnt change their name, so I guess this is just new to me too. I always thought that people change their names like immediately. Learn something new everyday here :]
Posted by Sierra524[/QUOTE]

Surprisingly, it is quite the process to fully change your name. I still have things that I need to change, but legally I've done mine. I had a friend get married the week after us, but since they were getting ready to buy a house, she couldn't change her name during a long escrow process otherwise it would have totally messed it up. There are reasons.

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