finatic 1 Posted January 29, 2009 Report Share Posted January 29, 2009 Just reading Weavers comments on ABT post making reference to wedding plans coming before fishing the ABT.Reminds me of a decision I made a few years back.Missus & I hopped on a plane, flew to Vanuatu, got hitched, got hammered, did a twilight cruise & came back told everybody.Mum was not happy.We then celebrated over a Cocktail Party at Waterfall Gully Restaurant with all our friends & family.Your thoughts, hitch at home or Alope.Finatic Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ranger 48 Posted January 29, 2009 Report Share Posted January 29, 2009 It's YOUR life, so you do as you please!Weddings are a pain in the butt, and all about pleasing other people:Mum wants me to wear HER wedding dress.Aunty Sue wants to make a pav.Uncle Eric wont sit near Uncle Bob.The kids want CHOCOLATE icecream.Aunt Mabel would be horrified if we dont let her design the colours.Uncle Fred always gets drunk and starts fights.the two mother in laws are fighting over table seating and menu.Etc, etc, etc!It's YOUR day, so bugger them all! Do it YOUR way, and worry about them later! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
1ONMEPILLIE 0 Posted January 29, 2009 Report Share Posted January 29, 2009 It's YOUR life, so you do as you please!Thats right and i choose not to do it in the first place Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pescados 1 Posted January 29, 2009 Report Share Posted January 29, 2009 Wise man 1ONMEPILLIE Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brooksey_134 1 Posted January 29, 2009 Report Share Posted January 29, 2009 no weddings then no weding crashers! go the wedings! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
weaver 271 Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 I would like to elope, so would cara,, the money spent on the wedding could go on a house or new boat Quote Link to post Share on other sites
adamibinfishin 224 Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 i did it,gave close family option to come aswell.went to bali before the bombs and no regrets that we chose this way.money we saved went towards a house,all good.cheers Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ranger 48 Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 I sorta did and didnt! My wife is from Hong Hong, so I travelled there to get married, where her family could be present at the wedding, leaving my family here in Aust. The decision was one or the other!But hey, I've been married before, so my family have already seen it once! This time, only the names have been changed to protect the innocent! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest dabilda Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 Waste of time, money & energy.Live De-facto, save the stress.After the qualifying period (which varies in different states) the laws are all the same anyway. With a piece of paper or without. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Goldie 0 Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 My mum eloped with my step dad... only person who knew was nanna.. they organised it when she come over from the UK... us kids got invited out to dinner we all thought because it was nannas birthday.. only to be told at the table why we were brought there... i said congrats and my sister spat her drink everywhere!when i got married (shouldnt have) i had my mum & step dad my 2 sisters.. who were sworn not to tell dad or my brother.. i had my best mate with his g/f and my husband had his best mate and wife and we had a small thing at mums house my step dad gave me awaywe got married on good friday.. so we did an Easter Bash with a 'catch' we invited all our family and friends and all the kids hid eggs around so it was fun made.. then when everyone was finally there we revealed the catch.. many OMGS and gobsmacked people..lol but it was a fun dayBut all and all its YOUR day.. you do what suits YOU.. if others dont like it... TUFF they will get over it eventually Quote Link to post Share on other sites
1ONMEPILLIE 0 Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 Waste of time, money & energy.Live De-facto, save the stress.After the qualifying period (which varies in different states) the laws are all the same anyway. With a piece of paper or without.Nail on the head Da bildaI got two kids to my missus thats gotta mean more than a piece of paper Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ranger 48 Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 I got two kids to my missus thats gotta mean more than a piece of paperIT DOES! It means that one day those kids are gonna choose YOUR nursing home, so be bl**dy nice to em! :icon_lol:My motto: Live long enough to be a burden to your children! ;D Quote Link to post Share on other sites
samsson 0 Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 so much for the mens views, I wonder what the ladies think of it, I will have been married 47 years on the day the poll closes. The choice should be made by the 2 people concerned. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
squidley 0 Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 im with da bilda on this one i was married b4 for 23 yrs i think marriage is over rated . live in sin and spend the money on ya house or boat .cheers squidley Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ranger 48 Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 What's wrong with you heathens? :icon_e_surprised:Marriage is a sacred sacrement! A holy vow between two people! A display of love and trust! To love and honour, through richer and poorer, forsaking all others, till death us do part!A sworn oath to love, protect, honour and cherish! To share your life and most intimate moments with another! To be a rock for someone whenever they may need you! To give yourself wholely and fully to another! To treat them with the respect they deserve and provide them with the needs to fulfill their life and happiness!It's so much more than just a piece of paper! It's your sworn oath and your written promise! Of course ya do have to pay for it, and when the contract expires after a few years, ya don't get a refund! :icon_lol: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Goldie 0 Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 It's so much more than just a piece of paper! It's your sworn oath and your written promise! tell that to my EX husband..LOLim happy living in sin MrG and i have no plans to get married and were both happy with that Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Grumps 0 Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 [move]STAY SINGLE...LIVE LONGER!!!![/move] Quote Link to post Share on other sites
samsson 0 Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 hey ranger that reminds me of what old George Burns said, Quote "i got married by a judge, I should have had a jury. :icon_lol: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
finatic 1 Posted February 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2009 C'mon you guys, is that it? Thought this was gonna outdo the Marine Parks for controversy, apparantly not.Finatic Quote Link to post Share on other sites
coonta kinta 1 Posted February 3, 2009 Report Share Posted February 3, 2009 If ya really have to get married coz I have to agree with GrumpyAlope, save yaself a small fortune and to heck with everyone else Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pescados 1 Posted March 10, 2009 Report Share Posted March 10, 2009 Just a reply to " Father Ranger "I made a mistake 40 odd years ago and if I had not made that mistakeI would have had a lot more money and a lot less grief :icon_e_biggrin: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ranger 48 Posted March 10, 2009 Report Share Posted March 10, 2009 While we are on the subject of fees.I had to pay for a marriage license, but I didn't get a refund when I divorced! :icon_eek: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pescados 1 Posted March 11, 2009 Report Share Posted March 11, 2009 What !! a refund from Foley ??You have got to be joking Bloke !! .hissy. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
weaver 271 Posted March 22, 2009 Report Share Posted March 22, 2009 Well the date and venue has been set and deposits payed,, no turning back now :icon_e_surprised: :icon_e_surprised:. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
coonta kinta 1 Posted March 22, 2009 Report Share Posted March 22, 2009 Well the date and venue has been set and deposits payed,, no turning back now :icon_e_surprised: :icon_e_surprised:.Of course there is!Its never too late right up to the part you say I do. Then its all over Quote Link to post Share on other sites
weaver 271 Posted March 22, 2009 Report Share Posted March 22, 2009 If deposits hadn't been payed we would be eloping, future mother in laws on both sides are driving us crazy,,, .hissy. .hissy. .hissy. .hissy. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Terowie 3 Posted March 26, 2009 Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 It's YOUR life, so you do as you please!Weddings are a pain in the butt, and all about pleasing other people:Mum wants me to wear HER wedding dress.Etc, etc, etc!Is there something your'e not telling us ;D ;D Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ranger 48 Posted March 26, 2009 Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 NO....I thought I'd just told you! :-* Quote Link to post Share on other sites
YoBBo 0 Posted March 26, 2009 Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 NO....I thought I'd just told you! :-*laughinÑg mÿ (_(_) Öff Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Crusty Seaman 0 Posted April 5, 2009 Report Share Posted April 5, 2009 Alope, if ya do you could piss the mother inlaw off and she wont talk to ya again, what a bonus !! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
weaver 271 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 I like my future mother in law , Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Grumps 0 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 I like my future mother in law , Oh you poor man,you need serious help immediately... ;D Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Crusty Seaman 0 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 Weaver that will change after you get married !! But then again my mother in law isnt to bad either but i think thats because she lives in England.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
weaver 271 Posted April 20, 2009 Report Share Posted April 20, 2009 Some one please kill me!!!!!!!!They are doing my head in,,,,,,,,,,, Quote Link to post Share on other sites
davidbloop 0 Posted April 21, 2009 Report Share Posted April 21, 2009 I plan on walking into the registry office, signing the papers then going on a holiday. Screw a wedding too much hassle. I'll just have a bbq with family afterwards then a bbq/pissup with mates. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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