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8 Things I Wish I'd Known Before I Began Wedding Planning

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8 Things I Wish I'd Known Before I Began Wedding Planning

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Hello future brides, bridesmaids, grooms, etc! If you're planning for your wedding day, you're going to want to make everything perfect, I'm sure. Whether it's a big wedding or a small ceremony, you'll want all the details set before the big day so you can enjoy every moment.

With that said, though, there are a few things I didn't know, and I wish I did before I began planning my wedding. Here's what you should know while you plan for your special day:

1. Things will go wrong.

I know what you're thinking "Nope, I've been planning this for years! Everything is going to go perfect." Truth is, nobody is perfect. Though you spent so much time perfecting every detail and double-checking with vendors, something is bound to happen unexpectedly. Go with it!

2. No one's opinion matters besides that of you and your significant other.

Wedding planning is no joke! One day you feel as if everything is planned exactly how you want it and all it takes is one person's opinion to change your mind. We're human, in the back of our heads, we will always be worried about what everyone else thinks. STOP! If you and your future husband or wife are happy with the decision, that's all that matters.

3. Stick to your budget.

It may not seem like much when you overspend on a certain category, but everything adds up. There will be many last-minute expenses the week of your wedding, you'll thank yourself later for sticking to your budget.

4. Put your foot down.

This is one of the most important days of your life! You do not need any type of stress interrupting this moment. If someone is adding more stress to your life, it's time you put your foot down. Have a talk with that person before things escalate.

5. Remember you can't make everyone happy.

This is a big one. As I mentioned in no. 2, no one else's opinion matters. People are always going to have something to say. Stick to what you and your partner want, this is a day you two will cherish for the rest of your life.

6. Explore your invitation options

There are many vendors who overcharge on wedding invitations because they know you need them and will pay whatever price you need to. There are also many sites online that allow you to do them yourself by uploading your own pictures and choosing your own design, font, etc.

7. Require people to RSVP.

My husband and I decided not to require people to RSVP, but I wish I would have. We expected more people than the number that came to celebrate with us and as a result, had a ton of food left over. It may be a little more stressful to make sure everyone RSVPs, but if you take this step, there will be the perfect amount of food.

8. Choose your wedding dress train wisely.

When deciding on your wedding dress, be sure to ask how the dress will look when the train (if any) is picked up and make sure you are comfortable with it. My wedding dress had a long train and it wasn't until the day I picked it up that I realized we hadn't gone over how the train would look picked up. We went over a few options but I felt rushed and chose the fastest one. Now that I look back on my reception photos, I wish I would've chosen a different style.

The gist of this is: your Wedding Day is a once in a lifetime experience! Be sure it makes you happy.

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8 Things I Wish I'd Known Before I Began Wedding Planning

It's YOUR day.

1. Things will go wrong.

2. No one's opinion matters besides that of you and your significant other.

3. Stick to your budget.

4. Put your foot down.

5. Remember you can't make everyone happy.

6. Explore your invitation options

7. Require people to RSVP.

8. Choose your wedding dress train wisely.

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And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

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