Holding Space

Love and Life with Lisa 🌹 Holding Space A conversation about depression, love, boundaries, and the people who stay 🌿 Gentle Note Before We Begin This post contains a personal reflection on depression, grief, and emotional healing. There are no graphic details, but I speak honestly about pain, loss, and the journey back to myself. If today feels tender, please read gently, pause when needed, or come back when it feels right. You are always allowed to take care of your heart. Come, come — sit with me. Grab yourself a drink, and let’s talk about holding space . This is a conversation about depression, love, boundaries, and the people who stay. I’m going to tell you a story, and I want to be honest with you — it’s an emotional one for me. If my words feel heavy at times, or if you sense tears behind them, it’s because I got to t...
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Let’s Talk Weddings

Come, come sit with me…
so you know my first love is romance.
But let’s talk about my second love, lol.

It’s weddings.
Yep — I LOVE weddings. 😊

Can I tell you a secret?

My favorite TV show used to be Say Yes to the Dress.
Hun… if I was having a bad day? I’d put that show on and instantly feel lifted.
You know what I mean — it wasn’t just the dresses,
it was the stories.

The moms crying, the sisters arguing,
the consultants praying silently that the bride does not choose the poofy one. 😂

And it wasn’t just that show.
Oh no.
I watched ALL of them.

Do you remember Four Weddings? Four brides going to each other’s weddings and then judging them on the dress, the food, the venue, the vibe? And don’t forget that dramatic moment at the end when the limo pulled up and only ONE bride got the honeymoon?
Girl… Just writing about it is making me smile.

🌸 The Dress… ohhh the dress.

It was the dresses for me.

Would she pick the princess gown, all sparkle and drama?
Or the elegant, simple silhouette?
Or the mermaid one that hugs every curve?

Child… I could go on for hours.
I’d be sitting there thinking, “Okay, sis… breathe. Choose wisely.”

Every episode felt like a mini roller coaster.
I’d be holding my breath whispering at the screen:
“No, no, not that one!”

But in the end… she always chose the right one for her.

And THEN my eyes would pop open at the price.
Like…
“Really? It costs THAT much? Mmm okay…”

The consultant would smile, the family would cry, and I’d be sitting there clutching my heart and my wallet at the same time. 😂

But once the dress was chosen?
Oh honey, my brain jumped straight to the next obsession:

✨ The venue and the food.

Because I’m a foodie — you probably didn't know this — so of course the food is important.
What are we serving? Chicken? Steak? Pasta? Potatoes?
A midnight poutine bar?
Girl, I’m already imagining the reception before the vows are even exchanged.

🌼 But let me tell you the real truth…

For all the dresses and venues and “Oh Lord, not that bouquet,” what I really love about weddings is simple:

It’s the two people getting married.

Knowing they love each other.
Knowing they chose each other.
Knowing they’re about to build a whole life together — with laughter, arguments, late-night talks,
“you ate the last piece?” moments,
and all the quiet in-between.

That… that is the true celebration.

The dress is beautiful.
The venue is magical.
The flowers are lovely.

But the heart of a wedding?
It’s the couple saying:

“You. It’s you. I choose you.”

Everything else is just decoration.

… Well — decoration plus good food and dancing. 😂

Because listen,
I will celebrate your love,
but I will also be the first one in line for the buffet
and the last one leaving the dance floor.

💕 At the End of the Day…

Weddings make me smile.
They lift me.
They remind me that love is still alive,
still choosing,
still building,
still showing up.

So yes… come, come sit with me — let’s talk weddings again sometime.

Because they make me laugh,
they make me smile,
and they make me believe that love — real love — still shows up.

💌 Tell Me Your Wedding Story

I want to know — what wedding made you smile?

  • Your own?
  • Your sister’s?
  • A friend’s wedding that had *that one moment* you’ll never forget?
  • Or a wedding you attended that made you laugh, cry, or clutch your pearls? 😂

Share it with me in the comments.
Weddings are stories — and I love hearing yours.

🌸 A Little Something for My Brides-to-Be…

Affiliate Note: Some links below may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you choose to purchase — at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting Love & Life with Lisa. 🌹

💍 AW Bridal

Affordable, beautiful, elegant.

If you want bridesmaid dresses, bridal robes, accessories, or even simple wedding-day touches without breaking the bank — AW Bridal has such gorgeous pieces.
I love that they make weddings feel dreamy and doable.

👉 Peek at them here: AW Bridal

🌷 Flower Delivery (Fresh Florals to Your Door)

Because listen… flowers set the tone.

Whether it’s bouquets, centerpieces, or a sweet pre-wedding surprise, I love gifting (and receiving!) flowers.
It adds that quiet touch of romance that makes everything feel even more special.

👉 You can explore florals here: Romantic Flowers

And girl, have fun — this part should feel magical. 💕

🌹 Lisa's Whisper

“Love doesn’t begin at the altar — it begins in the choosing. And every wedding is a reminder that two hearts can still choose each other, again and again.”

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