I'm not sure how "down" you need to keep your costs. For me, I did aim to spend less than my friends had spent on flowers. I set a budget, and told my florist I'd like to be as cheap as pos… (View Post)
(I am only speaking for myself here and I'm sure this is different for other Jew folks) I am Jewish and I would be thrilled to celebrate Rosh Hashana by attending someone else's wedding. For those wh… (View Post)
I agree - you should just be grateful. Don't overthink this. It's nice that she's willing to throw you a shower and it sounds like she's just being extra careful to make sure you love everything. My … (View Post)
I recently attended a fabuously hosted wedding - amazing appetizers, high end open bar, the works! Unfortunately their cocktail hour lasted two hours. Two hours of oysters and grey goose normally wou… (View Post)
I live in the Boston area and have seen many friends/coworkers plan weddings up in NH or ME. It's very scenic, and quite frankly, alot less expensive than Boston. Go for it. (View Post)