Karen

Congrats!!! Have a wonderful wedding!!!

That's so awsome. Jay and I are road tripping tomorrow so free ice coffees will come in handy and be much appreciated!!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Ana What are "donations cards"?? sorry I'm obviously clueless to this wedding gift stuff..haha! That was actually my attempt at sarcastic humor. Donaation cards are what you get in mailings from charities asking for donations, They aren't wedding paraphenalia...or not that I know of....lol.

Congrats! Have a beautiful wedding!

Everything I have ever read regarding gift giving etiquitte is that one should NEVER expect a gift. Gifts are not reguired, they are given out of generosity no matter the amount or value. The assumption should be that wedding guests are being invited because their presence would be appreciated in celebraing with the couple. A wedding should never be looked at as a money making venture. That mentality annoys me and is so rude/ disrepectful. Registries are fine because they are gift suggestions. Yeah, mentioning gifts in the wedding invite is just a no no. Why didn't they just include donation cards? Sorry if that's harsh. This is just a pet peeve of mine.

I definately think you will have an easier time with all of this if you use a TA who could organize the guest bookings.

So annoying! You might want to start thinking about a new MOH. She sounds totally self centered and into making things about her. I have so lost patience with people like this. They want you to cry and beg them to come and create all this drama unnecessarily. Either she can come or not. End of story! BTW Hardy, I love reading your posts! Your'e so funny and your Brittish accent/ lingo is da bomb!!! That may sound dumb but i had to say it. lol.

Good Luck Edna! Hope everything heals quickly!

OMG!!! She is soooo sweet!!

Thanks everybody!! Maura, those recipes sound awesome. Think I'm going to try shrimp and scallops. I'm so excited to make it. I've only had ceviche in Mexico and Puerto Rico. Living in Upstate NY, you really don't see it on the menus here. So I've been dying to try it.

I'm making Ceviche for the first time for my Supper Club that meets tomorrow and I'm about to pop out to get my ingredients. I'll be marinating the fish overnight in lime juice to "cook" it. I'm just wondering if fish at the supermarket is sufficient or if I should make the trip to the fish market. What do you think? Here's the recipe I'm using: Mexican Ceviche Ingredients 16 ounces halibut fillet or sea bass fillet or red snapper fillet (or use a mixture of fish and shrimp) 5-6 lime (Enough Juice to cover fish) 1 cup diced fresh tomato 1 green pepper, sweet, chopped 1/4 cup chopped parsley or chopped cilantro 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon oregano 2 jalapeno pepper, chopped (or more to suit your taste) 2 tablespoons white vinegar 1 medium onion, finely chopped 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped 1/16 teaspoon Tabasco sauce lettuce leaves (to line serving bowls) avocado (optional) black olive, sliced (for garnish) (optional) Directions 1Dice the fish (approximately 1/2-inch dice if using shrimp use cleaned shrimp). 2Marinate fish in the lime juice in the fridge overnight (this step cooks the fish). 3Stir often. 4Pour off most of the lime juice (just leave it moist). 5Add remaining ingredients except lettuce, avocado and olive. Do this preferably a few hours before serving & refrigerate. 6Toss well and arrange in individual serving bowls that are lined with the lettuce leaves. 7If you wish garnish with sliced avocado and sliced black olives.

Please don't worry about this. I had second thoughts about my gown being too plain and not good enough too. But the thing is, your gown will only be a mere fraction of your beauty and sparkle on your wedding day. It will be the sparkle in your eye, the glow of happiness you'll have, and the smile that will be on your face all day that will captivate your FH on your day. Second guessing your dress decision is only natural but I really wouldn't lose sleep over it. I still look at my wedding pics kinda wishing I picked another gown but my husband assures that he though I was beautiful. So I'll believe him. lol

Happy Wedding!!!

Congrats Courtney!!! Hope you and Aaron had a wonderful day!!

Happy Birthday!!!!

Have fun and Congratulations. Hope your day is beautiful.

I would say invite who ever you want to your AHR. I think AHRs are mostly intended for those not invited to the DW. But hey....it's your show and your money so do what you want.

We had a few mishaps, nothing too crazy, but it was still the best day of my life! * The flowers were a half hour late. * Since Jay and I were eloping, I was alone when I was getting ready. My dressing assistant never showed up. So when our photographer showed up, I was in a bathrobe and had to ask her to help me into my gown. * When I was waiting to walk down the aisle in full bridal regalia, the shirtless entertainment director started chatting me up, asked me where i was from, and what i was up to that day. I told him and then hugged him. * One side of Jay's shirt collar was tucked in throughout pictures and the ceremony. I noticed it when I walked down the aisle but hen forgot to tell him. * My nose ran during the ceremony..BAD! I covered my nose with my bouquet and our judge had to stop, give me a tissue, and begin where he left off. * At the end of the ceremony we were announced as Jason and Karen Lambert-Skorupski. Skorupski is my former married name from my first marriage. We didn't notice this till we saw the video. * I looked down during pictures and saw that my shoe was covered in blood. I had gotten a blister. * We did a wedding toast with tequila for the camera. The waiter gave us a double shot. I was on my way to drunky land during our pics.

Wow! I'm so sorry you and your FI have to deal with this. I'm a social worker and an optimist too. I truly believe even the saddest darkest events can be a blessing in some way. I always try to find the bless in the mess. I really hope everything works out for you guys. Your FI sounds like a smart guy. I'm sure he will find a wonderful position. Good Luck!

Happy Anniversary!

Sounds good to me!

IMHO, assigned seating even for a small group of 30 just makes things easy for everyone involved. At my AHR (for group of 30), I didn't have assigned seating and I wish I did. Everyone just kind of stood around and were hesitant about where they were sitting. Then they were single chairs left empty when late comers came who needed 2 seats together. I wanted to rip my hair out. Assigned seating would have taken care of that headache.

What I have found most times, is that what people do and say usually have nothing to do with me. Her lack of response may have more to do with the stuff going on in her life or even email problems. I definately would call her. The other thing is sometimes friendships just go through seasons...sometimes seasons where you just don't connect for one reason or another. Just leave the door open and don't sweat it.

Congrats Glenda!!! That's awesome!!

Take care, good luck with everything, and come visit!!!!!!