skip to main content

The Kitchen Table

my daughter is getting married

13 years ago

yES aSHLEY IS GETTING MARRIED ON JUNE 25.iAM EXCITED FOR HER SAD TOO, i WILL POST MORE LATER. my HEAD ROIS BUSTING GOOD NITEhUGS TO ALL.jUDY[CATLADY) i

Sort by:Oldest

Comments (22)

Cherryfizz
13 years ago
Congratulations! What fun you are going to have planning showers and the wedding. Ashley is going to be a beautiful bride.

Anne
kiwidj
13 years ago
Oh congratulations Ashley!
Hard to believe she's all grown up and about to be a bride isn't it?
Related Discussions
When to fertilize hydrangea for wedding bloom
Q
Comments (4)
Miracle Gro Liquid takes effect faster than general purpose slow-release fertilizers. Generally speaking, general purpose slow-release fertilizers are what you need with hydrangeas since they are not heavy eaters and will not respond to lots of fertilizers. Matter of fact, too much may increase nitrogen levels and make the shrub stay green and produce fewer or no blooms. For weddings, I always suggest having a florist take care of this. Weather is too unpredictable and you do not have to worry about how big or small the blooms are, why pests are suddenly eating the leaves, powdery mildew problems, etc.
...See More
Shower Ideas
Q
Comments (4)
what DOES she need? bath and bed stuff (sheets, pillows, towels?) kitchen stuff (a fondue set, good henckles knives?) is she a gardening freak who would LOVE a matched set of ceramic planters? is she a crafty girl who needs innovative storage bins, a new cutting mat? : ) they went to my husband, who knows me best... who suggested power tools, since I'm the happy home-builder, and ogle things like detail sanders, a scroll saws, and cordless drills and the like... one dear old aunt gave me the reel mower her husband bought for their first house (she's a widower now, and uses a service- she even had the blades sharpened!) which was a dream come true for me- it's ELEGANT looking in a way that modern ones will never be!
...See More
Wedding Etiquette out the door!?
Q
Comments (23)
And you know what else it isn't about? The OP's relationship with his wife. Reading Chase's post about there being a tradition of the groom's mother and bride's father walking out together made me see this differently, even though I agree that no rule in the world is going to make a difference in this situation, and even though I still would give the OP the same advice. What made me think about this is the brief detour into discussing Jewish weddings, where all the parents escort and stand with the couple. Obviously, where there are remarriages and stepparents, this could get complicated. But people manage just fine, and the reason, I realized, is that they are participating as their children's parents, not as their current spouses' escorts. If both parents are alive, they participate as usual; if one is dead, the surviving parent does, sometimes with a stepparent, especially if that stepparent helped raise the child. Most people handle it graciously even where there are hard feelings between ex-spouses, because they both still are parents to their child, and new spouses understand that this isn't about them, it's about the parent-child relationship. It's the same thing here: the OP will be participating in the wedding as the bride's father, not as his wife's husband. We have no way of knowing if the bride would not have asked for exactly the same thing were the OP still happily married to her mom, whom she adored (and maybe she does indeed love her stepmother). Especially now that I know that in some weddings, this is even seen as traditional, I would not take it as symbolic of anything about the OP's marriage, much less a slap to anyone. After all, he is planning on walking down the aisle with his daughter, not his wife, for the processional -- and that doesn't seem to bother anyone (except maybe me, but that's a whole different story!) -- I mean, no one sees that as "ditching" his wife. His walking out with the groom's mother wouldn't be, either. I still think that this bride is kind of juvenile in her choices. But as I suggested earlier, the OP is being pretty self-centered himself if he thinks anyone is going to be focusing on him or his marriage. It's just not about him. If there really is a problem in this family about the OP's remarriage, the daughter's wedding is not the time, after 12 years, to be working it out.
...See More
shelf life of homemade caramels???
Q
Comments (10)
Hi! Sure I'll share! Thanks for the suggestion for another recipe, but I have an aversion to condensed or evaporated milk. I've felt this way since I was a child, and I can taste it in any thing it is a part of! Strange, huh? Anyway, here is the recipe, it came from a leaflet Diamond Walnuts put out for the holidays. It has a pure caramel taste, with notes of butter, vanilla and cream. Diamond Walnuts Heavenly Caramels 1 cup sugar 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup light corn syrup 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 1/2 cups walnuts -- chopped In a 2 quart glass measuring cup with handle, combine sugar, heavy cream, corn syrup and butter. Microwave at high 5 minutes. Stir well until sugar dissolves. Microwave at high 11 to 12 minutes or until mixture reaches 246F. Stir in vanilla and walnuts. Pour into buttered 8 inch square pan. Let stand until firm. Cut into squares and wrap individually in waxed paper. Makes 1 1/4 pounds You can of course, leave out the walnuts if you don't like nuts. One caveat: the cooking time is greatly dependant on the wattage of your microwave. I learned this when the microwave I had used for years pooped out and we bought a higher wattage model. What came out was a horrid black mess! The original recipe was written for a 600 - 650 watt microwave. If you are not sure of the wattage of your model, go slowly and carefully. Do the original 5 minute microwave, but test every few minutes with a candy thermometer or the firm ball test. Be sure to make notes on the time it takes to reach the done stage. Once you have completed the trial run successfully, this recipe is very simple! Another tip: Let the caramels cool for 5 minutes or so before pouring into the pan. If the mixture is poured too hot, it melts all the butter off the pan, and you'll have a dickens of a time getting it out!
...See More
sheilajoyce_gw
13 years ago
Congratulations, Judy and Ashley. We had fun planning our only daughter's wedding. She lived many hours away as did her friends, and his family was from across the country. But she wanted her wedding in her hometown. Nevertheless, we made it work with her having to make only one special trip home for the fitting. Everything else, I planned, and she saw and approved on each visit home for almost a year and a half. Make it fun and try to avoid stressing yourself and especially the bride. You are right. It is a bittersweet time, seeing your daughter falling in love and marrying but also moving away from her family to start her own.
littlebit_gw
13 years ago
Oh Congratulations!!! It doesn't seem like she should be old enough to get married..
Zipper_TX
13 years ago
Congratulations Ashley! Judy she will make a beautiful bride. Hugs to you too!
sue_va
13 years ago
Judy, I miss your postings here. I always looked forward to hearing about you, Greg and Ashley.

We have watched Ashley grow up into a beautiful young lady, and I'm sure she will be a beautiful bride.

Take care of yourself and when you feel better, give us all the details.

Sue
sleeperblues
13 years ago
So happy for all, Judy. Congratulations!
donna_oh
13 years ago
Congrat to Ashley!

Take it easy Judy & have fun with the planning of her wedding!

Donna (^_^)
Kathsgrdn
13 years ago
Congratulations! You will have fun in the upcoming months!
Charlee_MO
13 years ago
I am so happy for her and ya'll. I agree, she's going to make a beautiful bride and someone a great wife.
Can I come, huh? j/k

Hugs to you and Greg and Ashley!!

Charlee
williamsburgjane
13 years ago
Congratulations to Ashley and her fiancee! I remember when Ashley was in school and Dale & I sent her those cards! That seems so long ago! :o) Jane
lydia1959
13 years ago
Congrats! I hope Ashley and her fiancee have a wonderful wedding and a long and happy life together.

Hope you will post some pictures of the wedding.
tami_ohio
13 years ago
Congratulations!
lynn_d
13 years ago
How exciting!!!!! Congrats to Ashley!
katlan
13 years ago
Congratulations! It's such an exciting time. My only daughter got married last June. I miss it. The planning and especially the wedding day itself went by way too fast.
sjerin
13 years ago
Congratulations, catlady! Oh, what fun!
neesie
13 years ago
What a wonderful event to look forward to! I wish my daughter and her boyfriend would make it official (been together 2 1/2 years). How nice to look forward to "forever" and gaining a new member of the family.
Jamie_LA
13 years ago
Congratulations!!
susanjf_gw
13 years ago
6 months! and does the time go fast...

just don't do like we did for ds1's wedding... a redo of the kitchen at the same time, lol...we wanted everything to be nice for the rehersal dinner held here...do you know not one person saw our kitchen??? they all parked and walked around the corner into the back yard for the bbq!
cheryl_down_under
13 years ago
Congratulations - that's wonderful news - my best wishes to you all.
workoutlady
13 years ago
Congratulations. My daughter is also getting married but she is getting married in June 2012. I'll be interested to find out what you do. We have no real ideas so thought we'd go to a bridal show (there's on this weekend in our area). We really don't know where to start.

Hope you have fun planning the big day and managae to stay within your budget. Keep us posted.
williamsburgjane
13 years ago
My granddaughter is getting married this April. I still have to find something to wear! I think she is a little older than Ashley, but I am happy for both of them.

Related Stories

DECORATING GUIDES How to Joyfully Marry His and Her Styles

By Natalie Myers

Do you take this beaded lampshade (leather couch, pink tile) to have and to hold? Learn how to balance tastes for a perfect style union

KITCHEN OF THE WEEK Kitchen of the Week: Marrying Past and Present in Los Angeles

By Becky Harris

Something old, something new and all the rest make for a happy kitchen union in a tony L.A. neighborhood

TRADITIONAL ARCHITECTURE Modern Marries Traditional in a Chicago 'Shotgun' Home

By Bud Dietrich, AIA

Empty nesters enjoy a house that blends gable roofs and oak paneling with stainless steel, open spaces and bright interiors

SMALL HOMES A 1970s Avion Camper Gets a New Groove

By Mitchell Parker

Goodbye, shag; hello, fab! Fresh white paint and cheery fabric turn an original mobile camper into a bright and airy vacation home

ART Show News: Rare Quilts Get Museum Time

By Vanessa Brunner

See 6 intricate designs from a California exhibition and get tips for building your own quilt collection

LIFE Get the Family to Pitch In: A Mom’s Advice on Chores

By Alison Hodgson

Foster teamwork and a sense of ownership about housekeeping to lighten your load and even boost togetherness

MOST POPULAR 5 Ways to Pare Down Your Stuff — Before It Gets in the Door

By Laura Gaskill

Want to free up some room around the house? Rethink gift giving, give yourself a shopping mantra and just say, ‘No, thank you’ to freebies

LIFE 7 Tips to Get With a New Minimalist Mentality

By Alison Hodgson

Feeling overwhelmed by your stuff? Here's how to pare down, simplify and keep just what you need and love at home

HOUSEKEEPING 7-Day Plan: Get a Spotless, Beautifully Organized Living Room

By Laura Gaskill

A task a day sends messes away. Take a week to get your living room in shape

COLOR Speed-Dial Color Selection to Get the Best Result

By Kimberly Collins Jermain

You’ve belabored your color decisions and are still stuck. Here is how to evaluate your space and make choices that are right for you

Sponsored

Dave Fox Design Build Remodelers

49 Reviews

Columbus Area's Luxury Design Build Firm | 17x Best of Houzz Winner!

More Discussions

Oh no! Another one!

726

Gallbladder surgery - need help with diet

30

Credit Freeze - Who's Done This

19

Weekend Music Part 2 - Space

10

Does your iPhone do things on it’s own?

21