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This is the place to talk about what it's like to be married/engaged to a military man ... how you cope, etc... I'll start: My DH is in the Army Reserves. Has been for 17 years and is currently a Major preparing for Lt. Colonel. He deployed to Iraq a week after we got engaged and was gone for 14-months. He got back in August 2007 and we were married in April 2008. Now, he is gone for live-fire training, etc for 3 weeks and then for another 3-weeks for Lt. Col. prep classes. His not being here for almost 2 months has me remembering when he was deployed last time and not looking forward to April 2010 when we begins pre-deployment for another 14-month tour. I am very independent and usually enjoy time on my own ... and I am used to it, b/c DH's regular FT job also requires him to travel, so he is usually gone 1-2 nights a week regardless. I guess I am just not enjoying being alone so much anymore. I know there are at least a few other military brides/wives out there. How are things for you

If anyone has luck with thinner hair - please let me know! I'd love to be able to use mine ... but I think I just don't have enough hair... Tylersgirl - definitely need to see your pics!!!!

Any wines that say that they are "sulfate free" are one of two things. 1) not completely sulfate free - they will have small amounts of sulfates but the amounts are low enough that theya re allowed to label their wine as such 2) going to go bad as soon as or even before you open them. Sulfates are a natural preservative in wine, and without it, the wine starts to turn (vinegar smell/taste) almost immediately. And, most people do not get headaches directly from the sulfates. If you find you get a headache from a favorite wine you can check the alcohol content. You may need to find a similar wine with a lower alcohol content. Also, try different varietals. Or drink less. Seriously, so many people complain about sulfates giving them 'wine headaches' after they've drank glass after glass all night long. That's oftentimes simply called a hangover, lol.

I thought I had posted in this thread some time ago, but I guess I am losing my mind now that I am married! I LOVED planning our DW and wish we could do it all over again. I had so much fun with all the DIY stuff I learned about on here and wish I had had more time to perfect things, so I can't wait til I can plan another party!!!! We have been TTC since the wedding ... and have moved on to fertility treatments. We sold our house and close on it July 31, so we will be moving all next month and into early August. DH is preparing to head back overseas (right now to Iraq) next year. He should head to Ft. Bliss for pre-deployment in April 2010 and then overseas in July 2010. He'll be gone for 14 months as it stands now. So, between now and then, we are trying to make babies and will be getting settled in our new home (same area, just different neighborhood!).

Ah, Jaime, I can totally relate! DH is in the Army too. He has 17 years in, so once he gets back from his next stint in Iraq, it'll be about time to retire. He is in the Reserves, but is a Major now so he is pretty active and busy with that, as well as his regular FT job. Hopefully the time will go by fast for you! Has he been deployed before since you guys have been together?

I wish I could find the inspiration pic that I used for my tattoo. I have a "tramp stamp" so will have to try to get a pic of it. I love it, but won't be getting anymore... Jaime - I love the wedding band tattoo idea - but OUCH, I can only imagine it would be brutal!

PS - Jaime ... I am a military wife as well. How long is Brandon deployed for? I know how hard it is. If you ever need to vent - just let me know! My DH left for Iraq a week after we got engaged and was in Iraq for 14 months. He goes back in April 2010 ... and is currently in training til mid-July. UGH....

Quote: Originally Posted by Jaime+Brandon We're already married!!! And our families don't know... we want them to think our upcoming wedding is the real deal. Please don't tell on me!! We did the same thing. You are definitely not alone. Actually, I did tell my Mom ... but no one else knows!

Also this is a great site for DR brides exclusively: Debbie's Dominican Republic Travel Pages - Dominican Republic Hotels and Resorts, weddings, tours and holiday Info I'd stay away from Sept/Oct. We were married in April and not only was the weather great - so were the rates. (as long as you avoid dates around Easter and Passover).

Congrats! One less thing to worry about!!!

Oops -- Alyssa, we posted at the same time!

Your threads are still here. I commented in both of them. Here is a link to one... http://bestdestinationwedding.com/forum/t44364

How great do all you ladies look in those pics! Fun colors for the BM dresses!

Love all this planning! You have done so much! And I remember when you had your BD pics done b/c I had spoken to Amy about doing my DW, but didn't end up ever meetign with her and actually had a photo from Charlotte! Gosh your big day is almost here - but it sure looks like you are prepared! One quick word of advice about the door hang tags - we and another wedding at our resort had things stolen from the guests rooms during the ceremony/reception (pretty sure it was resort employees). Those tags might help point out who isn't in their room when the wedding is underway. Just a thought... Can hardly wait to see your pics!!!!! Have a wonderful time!!!!

Nice review and I think I already posted in your other thread, but thanks for sharing your pics as well! Love to see my other DR brides pics!

Great review and great pics! I want to go there!!! YAY! Thanks for sharing - seems like a dream come true wedding in all aspects!!!

Hi Amy's Mom!! Welcome to BDW! You will find so much info on here to help get your daughter's wedding planned! More than you ever imagined! Looking forward to getting to know you and help you plan the perfect DW for your daughter and future SIL.

Oh they are BEAUTIFUL! You should be so happy with them and FH is going to LOVE them!!! PS - I had never heard of a BD book before BDW either! LOVE BDW!!!

Kristy - Great review. I am bummed for you that Excellence wasn't excellent. I am such a lover of Punta Cana after our DW that I want every resort to be perfect, lol. But, everything else sounds likeit was a dream wedding, so I am glad St. Lucia was so wonderful! Can't wait to see more pics and YAY that you love your BDW photogs!!!

I need to get off the couch and change into my workout clothes....

Oh, they are so beautiful! And seriously, I still have my bouquet and BM bouquets on display at home. I LOVE to look at them every day and am so happy that I chose the natural touch flowers, too. They make really special mementos. Your centerpieces and FG's are gorgeous too! YAY!

That Nordstrom/Macy's dress may be it - it's ssoo close! My BM dresses are also VERY similar to what you are looking for. My BM's wore one style and my MOH wore another style. This is what my BM's wore (and Bari Jay has ssoo many colors to choose from) Bridesmaid Dresses Style 249 :: Bari Jay :: Bridesmaid Dresses :: House of Brides And the one that is more similar to what you are looking for is this one Bridesmaid Dresses Style 253 :: Bari Jay :: Bridesmaid Dresses :: House of Brides This website is also great w/ discounts and FREE shipping. We were exceptionally pleased!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Nikki07 I confess that lately I've been feeling like I'm always running around for other people.....and no one even thinks of me for a second! I feel like nothing is ever a BIG DEAL when it comes to me. Ugh. Girl, I totally can relate to how you feel. I have felt like that OFTEN - especially when planning my wedding! Sometimes we give to much and it would be nice to feel like people appreciate us ... or would acknowledge the things going on in our lives.

I love having my bouquet on display at our house now, as well as the BM bouquets. I am ssoo glad that we did Natural Touch flowers. The expense for real flowers I thought was too much for them to die after the wedding. This way, we have a keepsake and I love looking at my beautiful flowers! We actually didn't use any other flowers for centerpieces, etc. Instead, we used shells and sand and candles, etc.

Beautiful! Thanks for sharing! YAY! Love to see my fellow DR brides tie the knot!!!