Many women dream of their wedding day as a child, but the fantasy is often different than the reality.
Months of planning, wedding day mishaps and jitters, and even post-wedding stress is all part of the package.
Three local women, who have recently walked down the aisle, chatted with the Jefferson City News Tribune's Bridal Guide about the ups and downs of saying: "I do."
Their stories are part of the special comprehensive Bridal Guide section available inside Sunday's newspaper and online in Sunday's e-Edition.