Eloping became the attractive option as we realized the stress and expense of a large wedding didn't align with our new priorities as parents.
A bridesmaid's role is to support the bride, minimize drama, and solve problems, but sometimes the bridesmaid may create issues instead of helping.
While some may see bridal parties as celebrations of love and friendship, others view them as elaborate and somewhat ridiculous traditions that need re-evaluation.
...one of the best decisions I ever made. We started as friends, graduated to husband and wife and it has served us as a solid foundation for the highs and lows of life.
I was 23 years old, fresh out of college and landing what I thought was my big break. The company looked legitimate - it had a professional website, a steady stream of wedding clients and an office in Orange County, California.
Instead of traditional goodbyes that interrupt the couple's enjoyment, quietly slipping out of a wedding reception allows the newlyweds to appreciate their expensive party.
Rebecca Keren Jablonski, a Manhattan rabbi, shared that she provided her wedding DJ with both a song request list and a do-not-play list, specifically citing Kanye West due to his antisemitic remarks.