My fiance and I found our dream place for a wedding. Catering, bar, ceremony site and reception site, tables, linens etc. is included. Because our budget is tight we are having it on a Thursday and limiting it to 50 people. For all this we are looking at just over $5000. Because it is so beautiful and ourdoors decorations will be minimal so we are saving there as well and I'm looking for a dress under $200. My dad still thinks it's too much and is willing to contribute a small portion to this. My dad is a very untraditional free spirit while I am a very traditional modern woman so getting him to understand why I want a traditional wedding is just half the battle I have to work out. I am looking at getting a second job to make up for the portion of this $5K that my dad won't help with. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to discuss financial needs for a wedding with a father who doesn't like to spend money.
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