Groom's stepmom seating at the wedding

I am my son's stepmom but his mother had an affair and left his father when he was 10. She did not have anything to do with him until he turned 18 and then only limited exposure. I feel like I should be on the front row with my husband since we raised him since he was 10 and he lived with us..... [Read more]

Unable to match up with anyone

My step-son married a girl we didn't know before he was shipped to Iraq. They are planning a big family wedding in November. The wedding will be where he will be living with his wife and because of this, I can not get with her mother. His mother lives in Alaska and so there is no getting with.... [Read more]

Subtle print MOG dress

2 wks before the wedding & I have a couple of dresses selected. Neither are solid, though not distinctive patterns. One is a strapless, though not overexposed knee length, with printed small silk ovals, empire waist with beading at waist. Another selection is a muted abstract silk below knee.... [Read more]

Long distance "shower" for family

I am to be a bridesmaid in the wedding of my husband's brother. The couple lives in MN, my husband and I in IL. My husband, his brother and I all grew up in AK, where our immediate families (and some extended as well) still live. I would like to give a "shower" for the family in Alaska (about 20.... [Read more]

How to let wedding guests know where you are registered.

My fiance and I are getting married in AZ. The majority of our guests are coming from all over the US- Alaska, Minnesota, Indiana, etc. I am sending out a letter (seperate from invitations) with hotel recommendations and visiting attractions. Would that be an appropriate place to let guests know.... [Read more]