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snowgdss
08-30-2008, 06:11 PM
This is a tough one (and I'm sure by the time I finish, it will be a long one). I am sitting in a local cafe with my laptop because I'm too upset to be at home. It has been a rough 24 hours. I had to postpone my wedding today.

I really feel 'attatched' here and feel almost like I'm lying to my friends if I didn't say so here. I can't believe less than 2 months ago I burst on this website (overly) enthusiastic about my destination wedding. I even was looked at as a possible spammer here because I started out like gangbusters! Now, I feel as if I'm writing a confession. But I feel I need to be honest with everyone here. Weird? Anyhow....

I know a postponement isn't such a big deal, but the circumstances inwhich mine happened are ripping me up inside. We are paying for our own wedding (a second marriage). In the few months since my FH has moved in, I have honestly carried the house finances alomost 100%. He is still recovering from a brutually emotional and financial divorce. The ex is still a stressful and manipulative part of his (and our) interactions with his children. Both of our relationships with them are strained and quite frankly they allow the children to be in control of everything (more stress for me). I explain this not to whine, but to explain the daily stresses we have in blending our families(I have a teenager living with us- more stress) together.

At the time we set our wedding budget, he commited fully to equal contribution. As dumb as this makes me sound, I never investigated his finances bill for bill. So, I believed that he had "done his math" and knew what he could afford. Over the last few weeks, he seemed to be having more and more trouble financially. In the end, when we sat down to look at the situation, I found he clearly cannot afford to do anything without being beyond his means. I certainly cannot carry it fully. Loans aren't an option we're comfortable with, as we don't want to start our life together over our heads.

The destination wedding idea is a much cheaper wedding than the prices we pay in my area (greater NYC). Plus, its what we've had our heart set on. Now it is clear we can't afford to do it. Because we hit the year mark to our wedding date, I sent the STDs (all prior to this). Today I had to announce the postponement. We lied and said we were having vendor issues at the location. I feel awful.... but couldn't bear our less than understanding famillies and their often mean comments. At the same time, I just didn't want anyone extending themselves to get tickets etc.... and spend the next year planning this with us under dire stress to pull the wedding off. I know when we are financially stable, we will replan the wedding we wish.

I have to tell you ladies... I am concerned over the way inwhich my FH handles things (ex, children, and finances). I feel guilty thinking this way, but I really am grateful for the postponement not only for financial relief, but also to take time to really think this commitment through. We have been together 4 years and I am wondering if after a failed marriage, I am just skiddish. I do love him with all of my heart, but feel like I cannot take on anymore stress. To be clear, I know he wasn't decieving me. He truly just never thought his finances through.

Thank you for letting me vent. Just "getting it off my chest" is helping me calm down. I really would appreciate your feedback as I know no one here will be condesending. This truly is a such a community of caring people... No wonder why I'll miss posting and reading here until I'm back in the swing of bridal bliss again!

Many hugs!

Amanda&Jason
08-30-2008, 06:24 PM
Sorry to hear of your postponment but as you said it very well may give you the time to think through this commitment. Money is a very hard issue for many people to handle and unfortunatly our economy is not making it any easier to get out of debt. I know after my divorce I was busted broke and had to move back in with my mom and dad. Hopfully you will figure out your course of action and be happy with it. For me it was debt counselling. I know it sounds like a scam but they really did help me to consolidate my debt and get back on my feet.

As for the blended family, it is just something everyone will have to get used to. I know it not easy but hang in there.(((HUGS)))

snowflakebride
08-30-2008, 07:03 PM
I can understand what you're going through. I'm sorry that you have to postpone it, and I understand about having to hide things from family members to avoid having to listen to condescending comments. Maybe when the economy picks up, it'll be easier for you guys to plan this. Your FH probably didn't factor in gas, which really adds up, among the rising prices of other things. Besides that, you're dealing with teenagers, who require lots of money as well. Good luck to you both, and please stick around!

Nekochanpurr
08-31-2008, 01:41 AM
I'm sorry you have to go through this... But i feel like your doing the right thing. We'll be here for you when you need us!

NOTKT
08-31-2008, 02:43 AM
You seem like the kind of person that is not impulsive. This is an extremely good trait when it comes to finances and weddings, well engagements. I have a good feeling that you know what is the right thing to do for you. Just stick to your guns...

bichonlvr
08-31-2008, 11:58 AM
If you are questioning things about him etc it is best not to get married right away!!!

Seems like you are doing the right thing.

mitch
08-31-2008, 12:10 PM
Sorry to read about You Postponing the Wedding. I can understand You not wanting to get a loan etc to pay for One Day out of Your entire lives together. Who knows what the future holds for any of us. But You seem to be looking at it all with eyes wide open. And that's not a bad thing.

Good Luck for the future. You don't have to leave the Forum just because You're no longer getting Married on the day You first planned. Stick around.

f77g4
08-31-2008, 05:11 PM
I'm so sorry to hear of your postponement. However, like others have said - maybe this is for the best.

I can somewhat understand your situation. FH and I have totally different attitudes when it comes to money which is why we keep our finances separate. We have a joint account which pays for our mortgage, etc and we each contribute the same amount at each of our pays. Then we each have our own accounts for the rest of our spending. This works for us & maybe something that you guys need to sort out for yourselves.

And who says you have to leave jsut because you are postponing your wedding?

Again sorry for the situation - we are here if you need anything.

WebLady
08-31-2008, 05:53 PM
Sorry to hear you are going through all this, but it does sound like the postponement is sort of a blessing in that you will have more time to work things out.

All the best to you guys! :hug:

You are certainly still welcome here no matter what happens :)

Nekochanpurr
08-31-2008, 07:20 PM
I agree! I hope you can stick around..

snowgdss
09-01-2008, 08:56 AM
I am truly thankful for everyone here. Your feedback is doing much to boost my confidence and remain firm in my recent choices. Things here at home are tense at best(I bet you can imagine). Forgive me if I 'sit back' from wedding stuff for a bit. I need time to get over being sad (self-centered of me... I know). I will bounce in and out here until I get a grip. I I really love this chat. It is by far the most down-to-earth and REAL online community. I continue to send to 'good vibes' to all here.....:hug:

NOTKT
09-01-2008, 12:34 PM
Whew, I'm just really glad you are OK. :)