What not to say to a SOON to be bride!

Being the planner and perfectionist that I am, I have had most everything planned out and ready for months. Now that the wedding is only 23 days away, I thought everything was good to go until the comments and questions started coming from others within the last week. Now my brain is playing cruel tricks on me. As a result, I've come up with a very important list of things NEVER to say to a woman who is getting married in near future.

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Question: "So, are you ready?" 
My Response: "Yes, I'm now just anxiously awaiting the big day!" 
My Brain: "Am I ready? Uh oh, I actually still have a lot to do! Can I get it done in time? Am I going to have time to sleep/enjoy the next 3 weeks? What if I forget to do something important? OH CRAP, we don't have a marriage license yet!"


Comment: "I don't see how you aren't stressed about not having a wedding dress yet." 
My Response: "I just have a much better feeling about this one, and I have full confidence in my mom." 
My Brain: "Even though I feel confident, what if it doesn't work? How will I get a dress with 2 weeks to go. This NEEDS to work!"

Question: "Are you getting Nervous?" 
My Response: "A little, I'm just excited for the day to get here." 
My Brain: "I'm marrying my best friend who I've been with for 6.5 years. Why should I be nervous about that? Wait, I'm going to have to be the center of attention in front of 100 guests. Maybe I should be nervous!"

Comment: "You must be freaking out!" 
My Response: "No, actually I think everything is all set to go." 
My Brain: "Should I be freaking out? Is everything REALLY all set to go? Holy CRAP I'm getting married in a few weeks. AHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!"


With that being said, I suggest the following comments when speaking with a bride to be about an upcoming wedding:

"It's going to be great, I can't wait."
"You are going to have a great time. Enjoy your day."
"Everything is going to come together beautifully."
"Just remember, the day is about you and __________."
...and what ever bride likes to hear: "You are going to be a beautiful bride!"