RD in backyard

lizzie217 Posted: Jul 07, 2008 02:30 PM

Re: RD in backyard

I think it would be fun to have it in the backyard

angl2001 Posted: Jul 07, 2008 02:32 PM

Re: RD in backyard

we were going to do that...i wanted to BBQ or just get some heroes and salads. Since it was only the BP we went with Pizza............honestly i dont understand why people have a RD....YOU ARE FEEDING THEM THE NEXT DAY!! lol i really dont see the point, i think its just another waste of money IMO
if you have it in the yard big deal...honestly i think things like that are more fun! I never even heard of a RD before comming onto this site......My parents even asked me where that idea came from because they never heard of it. I say go for it! If anyone has something to say about it screw them!

Jonas9281 Posted: Jul 07, 2008 02:35 PM

Re: RD in backyard

I am doing it at our house!!

AllyDrew1108 Posted: Jul 07, 2008 02:53 PM

Re: RD in backyard

Many people do this in NJ. They also do showers in the house here as well. It's fun and nobody rushes you out People can also dress a bit casual if you wanted it casual.

ammie1016 Posted: Jul 07, 2008 02:56 PM

Re: RD in backyard

We also can't afford to do this. It should be the Groom's parents but that isn't happening. So I am doing it at my parents house. I am fine with it, no big deal.

emomma17 Posted: Jul 07, 2008 05:05 PM

Re: RD in backyard

I totally wish we had a backyard to do it in. I say go for it!

LeeLee111 Posted: Jul 07, 2008 05:07 PM

Re: RD in backyard

I am having mine catered at my dads house. We just ran out of money and steam so we figured why stress about this?

hayleyandsteve Posted: Jul 07, 2008 05:07 PM

Re: RD in backyard

We did!!!

it was SO much fun... people still talk about it!

it was pretty casual and we had a blast! we danced to spanish music, had our groom's cake... and ate food made by my inlaws. both of our families loved it!

missexcited Posted: Jul 07, 2008 05:10 PM

Re: RD in backyard

Go for it. Dont let anyone tell you otherwise. This will def save you some money

lindaronwedding Posted: Jul 07, 2008 05:24 PM

Re: RD in backyard

Definitely not tacky, it should be alot of fun!! Actually, I had mine in a restaurant because it was winter and there were 3 long tables done in a horseshoe shape. My inlaws actually said they wished the tables were round or more connected so they could have hung out more with my family. I think the backyard will be great and everyone will be able to interact better.

NapaValleyGirl Posted: Jul 07, 2008 05:29 PM

Re: RD in backyard

Go for it!!!! I think it would be fun plus you have the choice of so many great caterers.

Check out Valley Caterers in Franklin Square. Delicious and not expensive!!!

Cheryl28 Posted: Jul 07, 2008 05:30 PM

Re: RD in backyard

nope we are having ones in FIL backyard and having it catered. I mean FIL is paying but it still saves cash

lindaronwedding Posted: Jul 07, 2008 05:31 PM

Re: RD in backyard

Posted by hayleyandsteve

We did!!!

it was SO much fun... people still talk about it!

it was pretty casual and we had a blast! we danced to spanish music, had our groom's cake... and ate food made by my inlaws. both of our families loved it!

This is exactly what I mean...how fun! Don't get me wrong, my rehersal dinner was great and I live in an apartment, so it made sense, but our families get along really well and that would have been so much fun.

spanishitalian Posted: Jul 07, 2008 05:47 PM

Re: RD in backyard

HELLO
IM HAVING MINE IN THE BACKYARD I THINK ITS FINE

mRm2008 Posted: Jul 07, 2008 05:49 PM

Re: RD in backyard

That's where mine is taking place, well at my Nana's. We are having it catered probably a clam bake. Going to be fun

klanghan Posted: Jul 07, 2008 06:28 PM

Re: RD in backyard

My friend did that 2 years ago, to be honest, i would want to do that, I love BBQs!!! but my parents are all prim and proper. As a BM for that wedding, i really didn't care, I was just happy to be there and celebrating my friend's wedding!
Good luck with everything

jeanyus27 Posted: Jul 07, 2008 07:16 PM

Re: RD in backyard

We had ours at my parents house. My parents did such a nice job setting up the food and and all kinds of drinks. We did a quick rehearsal for our FG in the backyard. Everyone had a great time and it was easy for everyone to mingle and get to know each other.

Kricket212 Posted: Jul 07, 2008 08:11 PM

Re: RD in backyard

I want to do in too but afraid of weather in NOv. What should I do? Any suggestions? I was thinking of getting a tent.

Jonas9281 Posted: Jul 07, 2008 08:19 PM

Re: RD in backyard

Posted by Kricket212

I want to do in too but afraid of weather in NOv. What should I do? Any suggestions? I was thinking of getting a tent.

I am November too, so we are doing it inside, but making it very casual buffet style...people can hang out wherever they want, kitchen, den, living room, dining room, basement, etc! As long as alcohol and food are present, people will have a good time!

Soon2beAlberti Posted: Jul 08, 2008 12:41 AM

Re: RD in backyard

i'm considering doing this too...I think its ok because its really only the bridal party which should be your bestest friends. its an unstuffy vibe and everyone can hang out and be at ease and not feel like they have to get dressed up and be on their best behavior.