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FutureMrsAF
Super August 2017

Feel like FH and I have been growing apart since we got engaged...

FutureMrsAF, on February 22, 2017 at 5:49 PM

Posted in Etiquette and Advice 25

I love FH, and we have a great time together, but ever since we've gotten engaged and started planning it's brought up some serious differences in communication. We've been able to talk it out, and we are both pretty up front if we are upset which is good, and we have some premarital counseling...

I love FH, and we have a great time together, but ever since we've gotten engaged and started planning it's brought up some serious differences in communication. We've been able to talk it out, and we are both pretty up front if we are upset which is good, and we have some premarital counseling sessions coming up with our pastor (pre-arranged before the arguing started), it hurts to feel like our engagement is so stressful to him that we argue all the time, whereas before we hardly ever argued.

We are buying a house as well, so I know that's added stress. It's just difficult. He complains about the planning of everything and forgets things I've asked him to do. It just isn't fun anymore. I've offered to just do it myself or figure something else out and he says no, that he'll help, but then he bitches about having to work late and get up early to go to wedding appointments. It just makes me question whether it's stress that will be forever, or if it will pass once things calm downSmiley sad

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  • Sagan
    Super July 2017
    Sagan ·
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    FH and I went through a rough patch when we were buying our home. I recommend the most open communication you both are capable of, and to make the most of premarital counseling. I can't wait for our sessions because we both need to continue to work on communication. Best of luck!

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  • Jennifer VR
    VIP April 2017
    Jennifer VR ·
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    When we went for our pre-marital counselling, one of the first things she said to us was that everyone argues a lot more while planning a wedding. It brings up all the stress triggers of everyone involved. Definitely have a weekend off, do something fun and non wedding-related.

    *hugs*

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  • Phylicia
    Dedicated November 2020
    Phylicia ·
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    Elope! The wedding is nice ! But it’s not that serious. Do whatever brings peace in your home.
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  • C
    Savvy September 2021
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    Remember to focus on your marriage and not just the wedding. The wedding will be short (but hopefully fun!), but building the foundation for your marriage is definitely more important.

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  • A
    Savvy May 2023
    Ashley ·
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    I'm not sure if someone said it, but a wedding planner can help with all of this stress too. I heard they are invaluable even though it can be a little pricey. Are any of the bridesmaids or friends able to help with some of the planning etc?

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