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OP, you're really patient. I can't believe you've even stuck around for 4 pages explaining yourself. I believe your ILs offered financial help with the hope that you'd say "Well, since you're of… (View Post)

I wouldn't send one not only for the reasons PPs stated, but also because I would feel almost facetious in saying "thanks for coming!" when their very attendance caused so much drama among … (View Post)

If your FI feels so strongly about it, he needs to put his foot down with his mother. You don't HAVE to let someone host a party for you just because they're offering/insisting; we tell brides here … (View Post)

@kae07 I want to let you know that I appreciate you taking everyone's advice in stride. I can tell by your posts that you recognize how your frustration is clouding your judgment, and I can tell you … (View Post)

100% agree with the theater analogies! I did performing arts programs for a decade during elementary school - high school. Then, in my early 20s, I started competing in pageants. During one pageant (… (View Post)