My darling wife passed away 18 mnths ago, what should I do with her wedding gown?
480758
Dont keep it and reuse it later. It was your wifes gown. If you have daughters save it for them. So sorry for your loss. It is a great hole in your life i am sure. May you remember her everyday and cherish her in your thoughts. Prayers with you
1044656
you can pull out things like a lucky rabbits foot (so you can say it might better you chances of getting lucky that night), a stuffed crab (if your wife has a since of humor), sea weed (again only if you wife has a since of humor because that would suck to piss her off on your wedding day. Then you would not need the rabbits foot cuz you would probably be sleeping on the floor) Get some white sexy undies in her size and pull them out too. The remote to the TV. Tell everyone she had to hide it so you would not be late to your weeding. Good luck
572484
Be her friend!  Help her plan for the baby first of all and then help plan the wedding.  Just buy her something wherever she's registered.  I think right now she could probably use moral support from you than material things though.
173092
HOW COOL! \n\nwhat a fantastic "concept" wedding!\n\nI would go to the goodwill, vintage shops and on ebay..see if you can find a vintage tea length wedding gown and maybe some taffeta bridesmaids dresses (or have reproductions made) and "old style" tuxes. (it sounds to me as if you are going more for the elegant lounge thing than the fonzie thing here?)\n\nlook up some old bridal magazines and see if anyone you know has photos from their weddings in "the day".\n\nmaybe you can either get some vintage invites or have repo's made that are reminiscent of that romantic era.\n\nI would see if you can either get an oldies band or start burning cds with some frank, dean and other classic crooners. and find a dj. \n\nfor decorations just fine linens and a cake. but check out the old bridal mags...i f you want guests to "dress the age" then on the invite i guess you could put "sharkskin suit and crinoline skirts optional"\n\nit sounds wonderful! I just found a box of old photos of my parents and uncles weddings....they look so elegant!\n\ngood luck!
69955
If it has sentimental value, take it to a jeweler and ask what it would cost to have it replated.  Try a locally owned jeweler rather than a mall jewelry store.
269723
disposing of my wifes body.
245871
How about presenting the bouquet to someone special at your wedding reception...Your grandma, your best friend for helping make your day special etc.\n\nA friend of mine presented her bouquet to her aunt who was there that just had overcome cancer and was doing well. It was a tearful memorable moment.
327446
I am also in west sydney. There is a bridal gown store in Penrith you can look at its in Soper place and their website is www.penrithbridalcentre.com.au You might be able to find something there. I just found that it was easier to have my dress made. I spent days upon days finding the right dress, got a picture and am having a friend who sews fantastically make it for me :)
636747
Yes. Why would you want to bring the symbols of all failed marriages into a new one? You should pawn them and move on. With the money you receive from the old rings, get a new ring to start anew life.
301957
Seriously, dear, I want to first apoligize because no one should ever have to go through such a turmoil. And for being the most important day of your life, I would have been appalled. It is one of those situations where one day you might back at it and laugh, and but for the mean time me per say I would say that you should be the "bigger adult" and live on your life with your new hubby, within 10-15 years you can re-new your vows and have something even greater. As far as forgiving her I seriously would say no, and on the same note not even give her the time of day. I would more else let the time pass on until you are ready to talk to her, not on her turf, but yours. I wish you all the best of luck, and I know eventhough that you didn't get a chance to have your wedding video taped,just know that the people who were there, and you ended up being with person of love, those memories will last a lifetime!
548595
THat depends, I would take it to her now, and express your deepest condolences in person. I'm sure she would appreciate it.
1049093
If you are just plainly wanting to get rid of it. Then Please consider donating it to a battered womens' shelter or to a mentor program (big brothers & big sisters) They should be able to offer it to someone who could make good use out of it, even if it is old and out dated. Besides, most donations to charities like that are tax deducatable, you could get a write off on your taxes for doing so. \n\notherwise, if you are not wanting to just get rid of it....sell it on ebay or post in your local classified ads. \n\nGood luck.
53410
The gifts should be both personal and permanent, perhaps earrings or pendants with small saphires (the stone that is September's symbolic gem),lockets with the wedding date inscribed, pretty jewel boxes, a pair of good crystal flutes with their monograms and the wedding date etched on the base...whatever you choose, please think about putting a little special emphasis on honoring your junior bridesmaid, who will treasure this memory her entire life....this day will be almost as special to her as it will be to you.\nGood luck and my best wishes for a long and happy union.
45744
Try a florist shop in your area. They may have an old one or give you suggestions as to where to locate one.
480831
She will be kept in my prayers.  Something else you might want to do is to organize a prayer group made up of church elders and do a laying on of hands.  Have faith that God will answer your prayers and ours.
244128
I agree with the two people up there. Give them something that is useful. Most Irish/Catholic stores have great gift ideas! A horseshoe with an enscription on it would be kind of neat; or anything basically that the bride and groom could have to remember their wedding day. Practical is nice (anyone can buy a blender); but sentimental is better! But before you go to all the trouble to find a Irish/Catholic store, give yourself a bit of a break! I'm sure something that MEANS something and is from the heart, would be just as good! Goodluck! <3
596628
Would this mother figure want you to go to great expense and trouble to visit her? If not, then do not attend her funeral. If your presence will not be missed by her family members, think about having a private remembrance time of your own (where you are) during her funeral. Your heart grieves for your loss and sometimes seeing the body you have loved one more time provides closure, but sometimes it deepens your sense of loss. \n\nIf you still feel compelled to attend, explain to your forever friend that you were tied to this woman in a way you were not tied to his parents. You were repaying a long-owed debt of love and loyalty to this woman.\n\nI'm sorry for your loss. I have dear ladies in my life and cannot fathom your pain.