No more firearms

[Sajedene]

Here here!

Like I said, this is your day. Don't let the downers ruin it for you. Those guns you can buy back someday. Your wedding day is much more special than that!

Yep.....women sometimes just want someone to listen, but men have a need to "fix" or tell you what to do (even when you didn't ask for or want the advice).

I've learned to say, "I want to tell you about what happened at work today, but I just want you to listen and not 'fix'". That usually works well enough.

BK

Oh and this was totally addressed in an episode of Modern Family.

[RedFord150]

I have heard about the money dance but have no clue what it entails.....

Carry a fancy little purse and let your male friends and relatives stuff it with bills for the honor of dancing with you on your Wedding Day.
The Groom can just let the women put the bills in his coat pocket. Do not be surprised if he brings in more $ than you do. Apparently, Women at Weddings can be very generous.
My wife and I did this 20 years ago and we both had a blast with it. My Mother-In-Law was my biggest contributor.

[RedFord150]

I still wonder why I even post here...

First off, I am a Father of 2 kids, including a 17 year-old daughter. I am very interested in the choice you made to put your Wedding above your guns. I think it is admirable.
I made the mistake a couple of weeks ago of posting about how proud I was of my daughter for going to her Prom less than 3 months after she had Jaw Surgery. She put vanity aside, got herself a ride on a Limo Party Bus and had a great time with 25 of her friends.
The replies got so out of hand that one of the mods deleted the entire thread. I cannot tell you how mad I was when that happened.
I have to remind myself that a lot of guys on Gun Forums are 'Socially Challenged'. Look at how many threads get started by single guys on a Friday or Saturday night? Why are they on CG and not out on dates? I think the answer is pretty obvious.
You made a good decision. I have sold about 2/3 of the guns I have owned over the years. I have only kept the ones I really liked. In the end, I could be very happy with only a few. Your Wedding memory will last much longer than any of the guns you are getting rid of.
Good luck.

[LuluSS]

Carry a fancy little purse and let your male friends and relatives stuff it with bills for the honor of dancing with you on your Wedding Day.
The Groom can just let the women put the bills in his coat pocket. Do not be surprised if he brings in more $ than you do. Apparently, Women at Weddings can be very generous.
My wife and I did this 20 years ago and we both had a blast with it. My Mother-In-Law was my biggest contributor.

Oh wow that sounds like fun!

Spoke with my DJ and he said 80% of the time, couples do the money dance. I guess I will be doing it as well! Thanks!

[nrvnqsrxk]

Hey, don't listen to the people that tell you not to sell your guns. It's your big day, and if that means some guns gotta go, then so be it. You can always start over from scratch, and build a new arsenal with the man you love.

[Steyrlp10]

I don't care what other people say. I didn't post this thread for advice. I posted this thread to vent to other women...because lets face it, women like to complain sometimes!

And men like to lecture...lol

We don't complain -- we debate

[onequickshift]

Awe, don't look at it as a bad thing. Memories like the wedding are priceless, more fire arms can be purchased later.

When I went singles route I had to buy my weaponry all over again...sucked. But it was worth while. Now I bought everything I actually wanted, and I now know them inside and out. FN Scar, Spike Compressor, Nighthawk GRP, yada yada, I didn't have to skimp on quality or worry what "he" said.

Focus on your wedding, sell now, but maybe keep one or so, so you have something in the house. Enjoy your wedding! And congrats!!! You could always ask for cash wedding gifts, or fire arms ;P

My dad said when I settle with a guy, he'll have two custom pistols made for us, I am thinking of going 1911 route. But just saying.

Anyways, I wish you the best! And he must be really special for you to sell your guns for if I find a guy whos worth me selling my bikes, cars, guns, knives, and other stuff I enjoy having for...he has to be worth it! Congrats!!!!!!!!!

[Sajedene]

First off, I am a Father of 2 kids, including a 17 year-old daughter. I am very interested in the choice you made to put your Wedding above your guns. I think it is admirable.
I made the mistake a couple of weeks ago of posting about how proud I was of my daughter for going to her Prom less than 3 months after she had Jaw Surgery. She put vanity aside, got herself a ride on a Limo Party Bus and had a great time with 25 of her friends.
The replies got so out of hand that one of the mods deleted the entire thread. I cannot tell you how mad I was when that happened.
I have to remind myself that a lot of guys on Gun Forums are 'Socially Challenged'. Look at how many threads get started by single guys on a Friday or Saturday night? Why are they on CG and not out on dates? I think the answer is pretty obvious.
You made a good decision. I have sold about 2/3 of the guns I have owned over the years. I have only kept the ones I really liked. In the end, I could be very happy with only a few. Your Wedding memory will last much longer than any of the guns you are getting rid of.
Good luck.

I remember that thread. I saw at after it derailed and was quite sad and didn't bother since it would have just aggravated me. But hey, I am very happy that you are a proud dad and that she had a wonderful time.

In regards to the money dance. My family/culture does it a bit differently and we pin the money on the bride and groom. Well, some pin it, others go all out and fashion lei made out of money (or other stuff like a crown at my cousin's wedding) and place that on either the bride or groom (depending on who you choose to dance with - you can dance with both). It is very fun and at the end of the dance they gather all that and THEN put it in the pouch.

[RedFord150]

...I am very happy that you are a proud dad and that she had a wonderful time....

Thank you, Sajedene. This was very nice of you to say.
Having kids, especially daughters, changes a man. When I was younger, I did not realize the value of Memories. Things like Proms and Weddings and huge expensive celebrations did not seem so important. After 2 kids and over 20 years of Marriage, I have changed completely. Things like cars or guns or big houses or other material things lose their value. At the end of the day, we will all be sitting on a porch or in a rest home and trying to remember the important moments of our lives. The day you got married or the day your baby was born or your daughter's first date should all be at the top of your list.
I am leaving work today to take that same 17 year-old girl to the DMV for her driving test. I hope this becomes one of those memories.

[LuluSS]

Thank you, Sajedene. This was very nice of you to say.
Having kids, especially daughters, changes a man. When I was younger, I did not realize the value of Memories. Things like Proms and Weddings and huge expensive celebrations did not seem so important. After 2 kids and over 20 years of Marriage, I have changed completely. Things like cars or guns or big houses or other material things lose their value. At the end of the day, we will all be sitting on a porch or in a rest home and trying to remember the important moments of our lives. The day you got married or the day your baby was born or your daughter's first date should all be at the top of your list.
I am leaving work today to take that same 17 year-old girl to the DMV for her driving test. I hope this becomes one of those memories.

Aw that is so sweet!!!! And you are completely right! The real fortunes in life are your family

[BigBoyPinoy]

Aw that is so sweet!!!! And you are completely right! The real fortunes in life are your family

True that! Congrats again on the upcoming marriage! Did you end up holding on to the the 1911 you bought from me?

[LuluSS]

True that! Congrats again on the upcoming marriage! Did you end up holding on to the the 1911 you bought from me?

My fiance WON'T get rid of that one! HAHAHAHA.

I love it too and rather have that then the rifle for now (better home protection). Plus, it was his wedding present from me....lol

We put some punisher grips on it. Oh, and after you left that day.....the employee there was showing us how to take it apart, and when he put it back together he scratched it! Luckily, they buffed it out, including the mark that was already on there, so now it is perfect!

[Steyrlp10]

Lulu, if you were closer, I'd tell my family that you're my cousin on my husband's side - lol. They wouldn't crash your wedding, but they'd send you all those red envelopes full of money

[d4v0s]

Some of the comments here are downright shameful... Congrats on the wedding! My uncle was married at the golf course down near the harbor, It was stunningly beautiful and they have some amazing old houses and fountains that make for awesome pictures (might be the same one your getting hitched at, forgot the name though)

Material Items are just that, replaceable!! Dont listen to all the anti-marriage trolls out there, most of those guys are just bitter and dont understand why women cant stand em.. ha ha ha

[MTD]

I don't care what other people say. I didn't post this thread for advice. I posted this thread to vent to other women...because lets face it, women like to complain sometimes!

And men like to lecture...lol

Your venting is well taken and all well wishes for for your upcoming 2 lives become one commitment ceremony.

But!

Totally disagree with your on "women like to complain sometimes! And men like to lecture"... as realistically, women do both AND at all times"