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Rayne - Wow. Thank you for that insight, and don't EVER apologize for opening up here. Honestly, I am very very sorry for the way that your sister and your mother reacted. Honestly, the way that I feel about weddings is that the only "requirement" is that every little detail mean everything to the Bride and Groom. I'm not a religious person at all, but my friend Liz had an incredibly religious and "traditional" wedding and I thought it was perfect. On the flipside, my friend Jon had a totally casual non-religious wedding with whoopie pies instead of cake, and - guess what - it was perfect too. My friend Liz had a corny DJ that did stupid wedding games. My friend Jon had no DJ at all and instead made playlists on his iPod... And both weddings were gorgeous and absolutely amazing.
What makes a wedding perfect is that the Bridge and Groom are reflected in every little detail. What it comes down to is that it's a day to celebrate THEM and to celebrate THEIR LOVE. You and Dustin have an obvious bond over all things horror. Your children do as well. It's not surprising that you're thinking of a horror-themed wedding and, quite frankly, I think that it's perfect for both of you and has both of you written all over it. :D That's the most important thing. It's about you and Dustin. That's it.
The way that I've always looked at weddings (especially since I'm not religious) is that it's a big party to spend with all of your close friends and family. The way that you frame that party is about you and your partner. And the idea of having wedding guests dressed up in horror costumes - Well, that sounds like an amazing wedding that is all about you two.
Screw the naysayers. I read your ideas for your wedding and, well, it makes perfect sense. It's perfect. You'll be an absolutely gorgeous corpse bride and groom. I really mean that.
In terms of logistics - Are you going to send out a "formal" invitation? Via email, direct mail, etc? And I forget - You're in Georgia, right? Where again?
Also - I've always wanted to know - How did you and Dustin meet? And how long have you two been together now? When's your "anniversary"? [/girly questions] ;)
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