Family and Relationships
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![Alexia](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/0/1/0/9/utbp_36690109.jpg?r=67787)
I’ll try to keep this long story short! But a ton has happened this past year and I’m like trying to think if I am being to emotion or not! So I made my MOH my MOH 2 years ago when I got engaged....
![Kalani](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/8/5/4/5/utbp_32768545.jpg?r=16590)
So I have this bridesmaid who just got engaged, and she has been my friend for years.. but I'm worried because her & her fiancé wanted July 16th 2022 which is my wedding date & she knew that,...
So my FMIL is super nice but she is a little crazy / neurotic. Like OCD and controlling and insane about planning. I have a planner so everything should be good to go in the planning department but my...
![Tara](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/9/8/3/9/utbp_31559839.jpg?r=56179)
I’m sad, very hurt and in need of advice. My beloved and I are planning to elope My 1st of 2022. We just recently began planning and have already had a falling out with the few guests we invited. The...
![Jennifer](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/9/9/8/3/utbp_29659983.jpg?r=69154)
How do you guys cope with in laws you don’t necessarily have the best relationship with or like? I’m stressed and struggling! Jennie
![Catherine](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/7/5/4/1/utbp_35607541.jpg?r=84481)
Hi, My fiance and I have been together for 13 years. The other day his son asked if I'm signing a prenup. Should I be offended?
So I’m struggling with my guest list … I’m mixed black and white , my white side doesn’t get along with my black side and my black side really doesn’t care but I want both of them there and then my...
![Lynnie](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/7/8/0/4/utbp_5307804.jpg?r=99135)
Who was the first person to say those 3 little words? Who said "I love you" first? Photo from Nicotra's Ballroom in Staten Island, NY Next Question: Where did you go on your first trip as a couple?...
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![Lynnie](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/7/8/0/4/utbp_5307804.jpg?r=99135)
Last question!! Do you firmly believe that "once a cheater, always a cheater"? Or is a history of cheating just a red flag for you? Red flag or a deal breaker? ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thanks for weighing in on these...
![Chantelle](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/9/6/1/3/utbp_31279613.jpg?r=83857)
Our wedding takes place in Virginia in October 2021. For one of my bridesmaids who lives in Washington state, I offered to pay for her flight, to help alleviate a large expense for her ♥️ Now today...
![Lynnie](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/7/8/0/4/utbp_5307804.jpg?r=99135)
Just how bad of a sin do you think selfie obsession is? When you scroll through their instagram, if it's all selfies do you panic? Selfie Obsession - Red Flag or Deal Breaker? Next Question: Cheating...
![Lynnie](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/7/8/0/4/utbp_5307804.jpg?r=99135)
Is bad grammar high on your list of deal breakers? Or is it just a red flag you can deal with, even if it drives you a little crazy! 😉 Poor Grammar - Red Flag or Deal Breaker? Next Question: Selfie...
![Lynnie](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/7/8/0/4/utbp_5307804.jpg?r=99135)
Would you marry someone who didn't love your fur baby? Or who doesn't want any pets at all? Or is it the other way around, and you have a firm no pet policy? Is a difference of opinion on your furry...
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![Lynnie](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/7/8/0/4/utbp_5307804.jpg?r=99135)
How strongly do you feel about your fiancé(e)'s finances? Is significant credit card debt a relationship deal breaker for you? Or something you're happy to help them work through? Red Flag or Deal...
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![Lynnie](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/7/8/0/4/utbp_5307804.jpg?r=99135)
How do you feel about your future spouse talking with their ex? Does it depend on the person you're with and their past relationships? Or do you have firm relationship rules about exes? Is talking to...
![Lynnie](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/7/8/0/4/utbp_5307804.jpg?r=99135)
We all have to grow up eventually! If you found out your S.O.'s mom still did their laundry, would that be a complete deal breaker? Or just a red flag you might want to address? Red Flag or Deal...
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![Lynnie](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/7/8/0/4/utbp_5307804.jpg?r=99135)
How close are you with your future in-laws? If you had to choose one in-law to spend the day with, would it be your future mother-in-law or your future father-in-law? Would you rather spend a day with...
![Lynnie](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/7/8/0/4/utbp_5307804.jpg?r=99135)
I fondly remember the days when I used to have an aisle seat... but once we started traveling together the question became: do we sit together (and I'm demoted to a middle seat), or sit separately...
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![Faith](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/1/5/8/5/utbp_32321585.jpg?r=98902)
So my future MIL has been pretty difficult since we got engaged - always complaining about how her son is changing and it’s my fault that he isn’t spending more time with the family (we see them ALL...
![Megan](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/4/3/6/5/utbp_35454365.jpg?r=41043)
There's been a lot of family drama since I got engaged, because my mother and aunt are toxic, controlling people. Now I find out that my grandpa (who I am super close to) is not going to come to our...