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The ceremony usually lasts an hour (hopefully less). The dinner/reception can be anywhere 4-6 hours. The cost…usually around $30K. That’s right folks, I’m talking about weddings. It is that fantastic time of year when love is in the air and wallets are running dry.

Whether you’re the one actually getting married, or just a guest to the joyous event, weddings are expensive! I attended my first of the year this past weekend and realized that I had four more just this summer. There was a total of four last summer, and I’m sure there will be more then next. I also realized that with my college career coming to a close, and people moving away to start their lives, not only will there be the continuing cost of gifts and maybe a new outfit here and there, but travel expensive will play a large factor in witness the matrimony of a college buddy or a distant relative.

So why do we do it? Why do we spend so much money on en event that, in total, may take 7 hours of our lives? It’s because of the feeling! We have been led to believe that our wedding is the most important day of our lives, which it very well maybe. But is it worth $30K? Most people would say no, but when you get wrapped up in the wedding preparation, money becomes no object. The numbers don’t know lie. People think the money is worth it.