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It think that would be very wierd. JMHO

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I say have the statue placed at the alter before the ceremony starts. This way the dog can still be part of the ceremony for your FI but not so obvious for your guests

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Having the statue in a place of honor would be very nice - but carrying the statue is a bit much IMO.

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Its your wedding, do what you want, but I think is one of the most bizarre things I've ever heard of. Even if you are mourning a relative, you don't carry a picture down the aisle. but a STATUE of a DOG? Maybe you can put a little pic of him near the altar.

I love animals..I have many many pets...but I'd never carry a statue of one of my pets down the aisle. I'm going to be honest, I think it's really weird. And I think the statue makes it really a lot more morbid. It would remind me of like carrying a taxidermied dog or something.

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Forgive the pun, but the only way I can think to describe it is that you're barking up the wrong tree with a lot of your questions on LIW.

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I think if the dog was loved that much, then maybe guests will understand why statue is part of the procession? If you think it will be nice for FH then do it.

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I have to ask, how big is this statue? If it's something that he can fit into the palm of his hand (like a small figurine) or even under his arm, then I don't think there's anything wrong with carrying it down the aisle. But if it's large and going to cause him back pain upon lifting it I would have to say that might not be such a good idea. I think it's really sweet that you want to include something that you made for your FH, something that means something to him. If he doesn't carry it I agree with the other girls to display it on the gift table or somewhere else that it can be viewed by your guests.

On a separate note, I want to apologize for some of the girls here who are coming across very rude! We tell every bride that it's your wedding and to do what you want, that shouldn't change as long as you and your FH are happy. Altho I wouldn't personally have the same wedding you're having I do want to say that I respect you for being different and sticking to your tastes on your special day. I like to be traditional, but I absolutely commend you for breaking the rules. I just want you to know that not all of the LIW girls are so close minded. And I'm sorry that you're attacked every time you post a new topic. Frankly, I really don't give a damn if I've made any waves here with this. No one deserves to be spoken to so harshly so please stop badgering this girl!!!!!!!

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Posted by Mrs.Ztobe

I agree I think the statue is to much, A pic or mention of the dog is good.

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You do what you would like to do on your wedding day. Although all of us have opinions on what is "right" or "appropriate" nothing is more appropriate than doing what is meaningful for you and your FH. Just remember to take people's comments with a grain of salt because all of us are probably doing things that you would never want to do at your wedding, but thats what makes us all have the wedding of our dreams. Following what is right FOR YOU. JMO!

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What do you really want to do? When you know that, you'll know what to do....

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My cat died last week, and I thoughts of honoring her somehow, but I decided its not really appropriate for a wedding. However, this is just my opinion. If you want to do it, then do it. Who cares what other people think?

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Posted by marymoon

Forgive the pun, but the only way I can think to describe it is that you're barking up the wrong tree with a lot of your questions on LIW.

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I think it's incredibly morbid, and would find it totally bazaare as a guest.

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Are you kidding me? As much as I loved my childhood dog I wouldn't walk down a statue of a german shepard in my arms.

And to the poster that said people were being rude ... get real, that's wierd

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Posted by jcb710

Are you kidding me? As much as I loved my childhood dog I wouldn't walk down a statue of a german shepard in my arms.

And to the poster that said people were being rude ... get real, that's wierd

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I LOVE my dog I mean he is my life but I'm sorry I think the statue idea is a little weird.

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uhh sure.. whatever floats your boat.


IMO it is morbid though

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what about just having it already up at the altar, instead of the best man carrying it down the aisle? (im using the term altar b/c i'm not sure if you have a different name for it in your religion... but in the area that the ceremony will take place). I dont think the statue itself is morbid- its not like its the actual animal Stuffed or anything far fetched and unique, yes... but im also speaking from a much more conservative POV. I dont see a statue of something any more morbid than leaving and empty seat for someone that passed away- people honor things in different ways, but if dogs arent a significant symbol in your religion, then i feel like that may be disrespectful to your religion (again, im basing this on no knowledge of the pagan religion though, just speaking in general terms). jmo


ETS- Do you know what you're doing for favors? maybe you could do a donation to a local animal shelter, or the ASPCA (something along those lines), in your FHs dogs name? and then give the guests bookmarks or put on the favor tag a saying that lets people know that the donation was made? (We made a donation to the cancer society in my grandmothers name, and then maed bookmarks that said it, and placed one at every plate).

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Posted by cindyandkevin
On a separate note, I want to apologize for some of the girls here who are coming across very rude! I just want you to know that not all of the LIW girls are so close minded. And I'm sorry that you're attacked every time you post a new topic. Frankly, I really don't give a damn if I've made any waves here with this. No one deserves to be spoken to so harshly so please stop badgering this girl!!!!!!!

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Posted by neeniebean86
a little self rightgeous though to assume that you should speak for a group of Adult women, no? I understand you feel like the OP was attacked, but isnt it just as close minded to not accept that people have strong feelings against this? When you ask for opinions, you get them... and theyre not always going to be sugar coated, but i'll take that over Phoniness anyday.

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I really don't know what to say.

Shouldn't you and your groom be the focus of your wedding day?

I think carrying her statue down the aisle would be strange. But, you could honor her in other ways. You could place the statue near the place cards, mention her in the program, etc.

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hey, do what you want. it's your day.

my honest opinion is that it's beyond bizarre, but it's your day so do whatever makes you happy.

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I think it's morbid, and may also confuse some of your guests. I think subtlty is the key when you are trying to honor someone. A more tactful way of incorporating a lost loved one is on a memory table. Do you have any pictures of both of you with the dog? You can place the picture on the table with a candle.