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This is a topic that is not always easy to bring up. It is nice to ask your future in-laws what they would like you to call them, but it is also important to consider what you feel comfortable calling them. No, it is not acceptable to use any four letter words (at least in their presence).

When you marry into the family, will you call your new in-laws Mom and Dad? Does this feel odd? You have your own Mom and Dad already, right? Or perhaps you have lost one or both of your parents and you are excited at the idea of having a Mom and Dad again. But are your future in-laws comfortable being called Mom and Dad? Maybe they insist on it. Will your future mother-in-law be offended if you do not call her Mom. You have likely been calling them by their first names throughout your engagement, so it would seem natural to continue to do so after your marriage.

It is not unheard of for in-laws to expect to be called Mr. or Mrs. (insert last name here). This is very formal and is not common, but there are some people that will expect this from their future son or daughter-in-law. If this is the case then it is likely that there will not be a close relationship!

So, where do you stand with your future in-laws? Have you talked about what you will call them after the wedding? What would you like to call them (remember a PG rating!). Have they expressed any thoughts on what they would like to be called? What about your parents? What will your future spouse call them? Do you have any advice for starting this discussion? Do you have any good stories? Let us know!

Wedding favors are an absolute necessity. These small gifts are a thank you to all of your guests for coming and sharing in your wedding day with you. They are also meant to be a wonderful keepsake that will remind you and your guests of the fantastic time they had at your wedding! But how do you decide what wedding favors to give, especially when there are so many great choices???

The best place to start is your budget. How many guests will be attending your wedding and how much can you afford to spend on wedding favors? Guests do not expect for you to spend a lot of money, but it is also a good idea to not try to be too cheap either. If you look hard, it is easy to find inexpensive wedding favors that are high quality as well!

Is there a theme to your wedding? Is it a destination wedding on a beach or a winter wedding? Are you showcasing special flowers or going with something as simple as a color scheme? Whatever your theme, wedding favors are the perfect time to enhance this theme.

Wedding favors can be as simple or as complex as you choose them to be. Traditional Jordan Almonds wrapped in tulle are still a great idea! These days, they can even be purchased in different colors or wrapped in foils. Edible wedding favors are always a big hit with wedding guests.

Have you already chosen your wedding favors? What have you decided to give to thank your guests? Why did you choose that favor? Do you have any recommendations for other brides that need to decide on their wedding favors? There are so many possible wedding favors to choose from and it is fun to look at all of the possibilities! Tell us all about your thoughts on wedding favors!