After reading through this again, I did notice that I left a few things out.
Officiant - If you have someone in your family who is a pastor, by all measn use them. My Father-In-Law married us at his church so it cost us nothing.
Wedding Cake - if you know someone who decorates cakes as a hobby or as a profession, ask them if they would be willing to make your cake for you. Usually friends or family will either give you a discounted price, or provide the cake in lieu of a gift.
Attire for Wedding Party - Give them the chance to choose their own outfits. You can give them a color swatch so that they have the same color, but then let them buy their own. This way your bridesmaids/maid of honor/flower girls, etc, can pick a dress that they will want to wear again. For the guys, you can do a simple suit & tie.
Whenever you ask someone to provide food, take the photos, make your wedding cake, officiate the wedding, etc...always make sure that they know that this is in lieu of a wedding gift. That way if they chose to get you a gift, it is their choice to do so & you are not asking them for both. ... View related article.
I agree with all of the posts. When my dog passed away a month ago, my other dog got more protective of myself & the rest of my family. Because of that he was a bit more aggressive. I had to leave out her bedding so that he could still smell her scent to calm him dow. I woud suggest putting one or more of your husbands shirts in his bed or in a place where he can snuggle up with them in order to calm himself with the scent. Please don't give up on him. You both need each other more then ever right now. ... View related article.
