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Precisely. I understand that services get marked up if you mention that it's a wedding, but at the same time, people spend money on so many unnecessary things for weddings. Keep it simple, keep it fun, and why the hell do you need to spend 2 grand on a dress you're realistically only going to wear once?
Load More Replies... It's proven by numerous studies that women whose wedding cost more than $20,000 divorced at a rate roughly 1.6 times higher than women whose wedding cost between $5,000 and $10,000. And couples who spent $1,000 or less on their big day had a lower than average rate of divorce. Google it - it's a fact.
Honestly I wouldn't have spent that much money on my wedding unless I could actually afford it. It's a (hopefully) once in a lifetime experience, but you can have a great party and stylish party on small budget too, if you're smart about it.
In my case, my husband was the one that wanted the lavish wedding because "that's how it's supposed to be." We could afford it just fine, but I still would've preferred something easier to prepare and cheaper.
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I've never understood the need for such expensive weddings. We used our money on our down payment for a new house. Something we had that made sense. Then we used wedding money gifts to furnish it. Not as romantic for sure but at that time it just seemed better to both of us.
As long as you can afford it, 15000 or 15 billion doesn't make any sense.
Yep, and I'm 100% sure that price tag doesn't even include alcohol.
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I got married in my home. My mother in law couldnt get around to go to a church because she had osteoporsis so bad. It was the best day of my life. Everyone had a great time and the minister was fantastic. Money isnt the reason you're getting married... Love is! =)
Whoa, all those people in comments judging others for how much they spent on their wedding... o.O Guess what? You're not better than others or your love is not stronger just because you chose to spend very little on your wedding! Some people WANT that day to feel and look special, want the big party with all their friends and family, want the once-in-a-lifetime dress and silly cake toppers. And their love is just as good as yours.
Yeah, my sister. She spent $45,000 for the whole package - the dress, the flowers, the venue, the catered reception, the full bar, etc., etc., etc.. It was just a ridiculous amount of money for what "amounted" to a very nice dress up party. Pay attention to the marriage, not the wedding. They didn't last 4 years.
We spent fraction of those sums people spend on weddings and couldn't picture a better day if we spent this much!
I personally think weddings are unreasonably expensive. Fly to an island, don't invite anyone. Save money, be free, ENJOY your wedding, don't perform for other people.
It's worth it if it makes the groom smile and whoa at his beautiful bride.
A man that really loves his future wife loves her for what's inside. The dress wow's for 60 seconds - but what really wowed my husband was just his love for me sharing the day with him. I could have worn blue jeans and a tank top and he would have be just as wowed that day because of what we did together, not what I wore.
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Sometimes I'm asked, "If you're married, why don't you wear a wedding ring?" And I'm like... Why should I? I never deemed it neccessary, I don't even have one, since our marriage had no wedding (just documents). It's all nice amd cool if you choose to wear it because, for example, you like the design of it, you're so in love you want thw world to see etc., but why put pressure on somebody to wear it? It makes me think people need a mark to let others know, so they are not approached by any other man/woman. Because, you know, words don't mean what they're semantically supposed to mean (such as "no" for example). It's absurd.
I can see this, and have heard stories of friends being in the wedding party, and then after the stress of the entire operation, from announcement to the end of the reception, they become no longer friends.
I personally hate the idea of parents planning their child's weddings. I think it's about the soon-to-be husband and wife, and they should plan it how they want it. After all, people can leave their parents without a wedding.
It is a sad fact that certain individuals do consider it their 'special year' exclusively , i.e. no one else is allowed to even get married in 'their year'. My sister-in-law was told this by her fiance's soon-to-be stepmother. Yes, his soon-to-be stepmother. SMH.
The only time my in-laws were my marriage business was when they paid for my divorce attorney. I love them
I don't find these very relatable, except for one or two. The others just make me sad for people who are in these situations.
Well, loads of people marry because they believe in "love" (i.e. unreasonable passion) and not in actual "love" (i.e. mainly trust). One is very short lived and the other one can last forever. Oh and also we live in a very individualistic society, in which marriage is more of a commodity than an actual commitment...
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I'm not a big fan of these. The art work is adorable, but the message is kind of depressing. I love being married, my sweet husband is the best thing to ever happen to me. It's not always easy, but marriage is just hard work. You get what you put in.
Totally agree. Every relationship is a game of give and take
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I don't really like this. They were kinda funny, but anyone who secretly feels this way, shouldn't get married. We eloped specifically to avoid all of the debt, drama, judgement, and negativity that can come with a wedding. I was excited to marry my wife. We wanted a marriage, not a wedding. It's just the 2 of you when the party's over, and if you already have doubts, or fears, don't do it. This whole new age "practice marriage" stuff is beyond me.
I'm sure there are people that are like this all over the world. But you have to remember you don't have to sit there take this bollocks. Any situation is 50% them, 50% you... for sitting there and taking it.
Hey if these are relatable, it's time for you to change the world around you. You should never expect divorce, your parents and/or inlaws should never pressure you or ignore your wishes, you shouldn't cheat, you shouldn't feel imprisoned by marriage, and you definitely shouldn't hate or distrust your partner. Leave the marriage is a prison troupe to TV. It's your life, you deserve happiness, and if marriage or your partner is hindering that, then change it.
I suspect the artist went through a bitter divorce or is tired of seeing all of his friends find love and get married leaving him alone.
Or.... he could be creating the cartoons to go along with an Advice Column where people write in needing help with their relationship problems.
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My spousal unit and I wrote our own vows including "Love each other as long as we treat each other reasonably." That was 28 years ago. And here we are...
* You're bride wouldn't let your pals give you a bachelor party and will not allow you to play cards or watch sports with your buddies on the weekend but expects you to respect her friends. You will be totally pussy whipped a long as the marriage lasts.
sad state of affairs...one or two funny, but marriage can be treausured and beautiful.
I'm officiating a wedding in a few weeks... I wish I had gone to law school and became a divorce lawyer instead of a counselor. Then I could marry them and split them up in one swoop. #iknowimawful
… and cash in twice ? Why don't you start "All out Concept Weddings". Tie the knot in the morning, have a great reception (there goes the cash register bell again), get enough evidence by the surveillance team - and have it used in the divorce session in the evening.
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I don't find these very relatable, except for one or two. The others just make me sad for people who are in these situations.
Well, loads of people marry because they believe in "love" (i.e. unreasonable passion) and not in actual "love" (i.e. mainly trust). One is very short lived and the other one can last forever. Oh and also we live in a very individualistic society, in which marriage is more of a commodity than an actual commitment...
Load More Replies... I'm not a big fan of these. The art work is adorable, but the message is kind of depressing. I love being married, my sweet husband is the best thing to ever happen to me. It's not always easy, but marriage is just hard work. You get what you put in.
Totally agree. Every relationship is a game of give and take
Load More Replies... I don't really like this. They were kinda funny, but anyone who secretly feels this way, shouldn't get married. We eloped specifically to avoid all of the debt, drama, judgement, and negativity that can come with a wedding. I was excited to marry my wife. We wanted a marriage, not a wedding. It's just the 2 of you when the party's over, and if you already have doubts, or fears, don't do it. This whole new age "practice marriage" stuff is beyond me.
I'm sure there are people that are like this all over the world. But you have to remember you don't have to sit there take this bollocks. Any situation is 50% them, 50% you... for sitting there and taking it.
Hey if these are relatable, it's time for you to change the world around you. You should never expect divorce, your parents and/or inlaws should never pressure you or ignore your wishes, you shouldn't cheat, you shouldn't feel imprisoned by marriage, and you definitely shouldn't hate or distrust your partner. Leave the marriage is a prison troupe to TV. It's your life, you deserve happiness, and if marriage or your partner is hindering that, then change it.
I suspect the artist went through a bitter divorce or is tired of seeing all of his friends find love and get married leaving him alone.
Or.... he could be creating the cartoons to go along with an Advice Column where people write in needing help with their relationship problems.
Load More Replies... My spousal unit and I wrote our own vows including "Love each other as long as we treat each other reasonably." That was 28 years ago. And here we are...
* You're bride wouldn't let your pals give you a bachelor party and will not allow you to play cards or watch sports with your buddies on the weekend but expects you to respect her friends. You will be totally pussy whipped a long as the marriage lasts.
sad state of affairs...one or two funny, but marriage can be treausured and beautiful.
I'm officiating a wedding in a few weeks... I wish I had gone to law school and became a divorce lawyer instead of a counselor. Then I could marry them and split them up in one swoop. #iknowimawful
… and cash in twice ? Why don't you start "All out Concept Weddings". Tie the knot in the morning, have a great reception (there goes the cash register bell again), get enough evidence by the surveillance team - and have it used in the divorce session in the evening.
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