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Ooh, it's very cute!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by jaychristensen We are having a beach reception from 6:30 - 10:30 (hopefully more like 11ish). It is $50 per person and includes open bar, set up and 3 different menus and tiki torches. The dinner is buffet and would cost extra to be served. We went back and forth between the pool and beach but figured the beach because when is the next chance we'll be able to dance in the sand? :-) Everyone is excited about it. We are using tiki torches provided by Chandlyn and also have 100 luminaries to set out. Oh that sounds awesome!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by md_ocr what about the cake table or the guestbook table? Are they both 32 inches as well? I want to make sure that I order enough runners for all the tables that I will need. Another question for previous ROR Brides, did the resort provide the cake plateau stand? Yes, they bring the cake out with everything you need. All the tables are the same size (32") & they just move them together - FYI.

Those are really good!! Another one... Popular Jamaican phrase - "No problem mon" (They really say this all the time) That's all I can think of...

Oh, how exciting!! Have a wonderful trip!! Congratulations!

Quote: Originally Posted by AnnR mine were too - and i was so irregular. i'd have 2 in one month, then none for a few months. I was always regular just heavy and awful cramps! and sometimes they were awful - bad cramps, and everything. but for the few months that i was off the pill (before getting knocked up!) Lol... Good, there's hope for me then!!!!! they weren't bad at all - i was pleasantly surprised. i don't know if they would have got worse though. Thanks for all the info ladies! Keep it coming if you think of anything else!

Quote: Originally Posted by AnnR prenatal vitamins are really just a multi-vitamin with some folic acid, at least as i understand them. i think i was taking them before the wedding - or at least soon afterwards! it can't hurt - so if you're not taking one already (a multi-vitamin) go for it! Yeah, I did read somewhere to start taking folic acid at least a month before going off the pill. So maybe I'll start with this soon & take a mulit-vitamin. Or should I just take a mulit-vitamin? I'm not sure how much folic acid you need?

Quote: Originally Posted by mauraw when i quit taking the pill, i was actually a lot less bitchy in general. i lost a bunch of weight too! Oh wow!! the first couple periods were rough because my body was adjusting to its natural cycle, but then after that it was mostly like clockwork unless i got stressed. i got a copper IUD last july, which is non-hormonal, and my body works just the same now as it did when i was on no BC, like clockwork unless im super stressed and then my period is late. I'm kind of nervous about my periods too cuz they used to be really bad before I want on the pill. We'll see though...

Quote: Originally Posted by Lizz Too weird...I was going to ask the same thing (in about 2 months). I'm interested in hearing what everyone has to say. I've been on the pill for about 10 years, so I'm not sure what type of "withdrawal" or side effects I'll have (if any!). Oh, how funny Lizz!! You'll have to look back at this post in a few months...

Quote: Originally Posted by Jill Your pictures are beutiful.. did you use Micheal?? Thanks!! Yes, I used Michael and he was great!!! More pro pics to come real soon!!

Quote: Originally Posted by jmhein Hey Therese! Have you gotten the rest of your pro pics yet? We'd love to see them!! No not yet but I'm hoping real soon! As soon as I get them I'll put them up right away. I know how anxious all you BDW girls can be...

Hey everyone- I'm thinking about going off the pill soon and I was just wondering if there is anything I should know?? I've been on it for about 8 years... We are planning on just seeing what happens for the first few months and if nothing I guess really start trying. Who know though...that's what were saying now?

Congrats & Welcome! Riu is awesome!! There is a ton of info on here - Good luck planning!!

Congrats!! The Riu is a beautifull place - you will love it. There is a ton of info on here...Good luck planning!

Cute - I like the 2nd one better!

Quote: Originally Posted by Dbld78 I just got my new J Crew catalog today, now granted I haven't been able to wear anything but shoes and accessories from J Crew for a couple years, but I can't believe the prices! I never really looked at the prices until today, I buy for the FI there but not to often. I found the cutest swim suit for FI but it's Fing $70!!!!! What?!?! $70 for a men's bathing suit? It's not like their clothes are maid of some special thread. I remember back in the day when the prices were closer to the Gap, now they're more expensive than Abercombie....(which is another one...) I'm just tried of paying more for poorer quality......The Gap these days, their clothes are crap, Abercombie, I totally stop buying for the FI because it's made like crap. Their prices go up while their costs go down..... I wish I could buy everything on etsy! I just wanted to vent! $70 is ridiculous for men's trunks. Old Navy has cute one's for like $20!! FYI.

Congratulations!! Beautifull!!!

My bridesmaids also so wore a lightweight chiffon type dress. Pick what you like though - it's your day. There is a very nice breeze off the ocean in the afternoon at the Riu so if you're getting married on the beach it'll be nice!

I got my fans from bliss wedding market online. They were $10 for a pack of 10. They are very cute and have assorted colors. I got the turquoise!

Quote: Originally Posted by drbrainfreeze I was thinking about doing a little pre-wedding party there. Does anyone know if the drink prices are comparable to US Margaritaville locations? I think the 20 ounce beers were $10 and $6 or $7 to refill. I'm not sure what the mixed drinks were...

Quote: Originally Posted by msasfraz My agent is telling methat Valeria @ Riu stated 72 hours requirement before wedding. My agent states all other Jamaican weddings that she has done at other resorts follow Jamaican government requirement of 48 hours. We are still checking on this. You must be in Jamaica 2 full business days before the wedding. Our wedding was on Friday and we arrived on Tuesday. The 2 full business days being Wednesday & Thursday. FYI.

I had my alterations done thru David's and I think it was $200. They hemmed it, put in a bustle, and took in the middle. They did a great job though!

Quote: Originally Posted by jmhein That might actually make him happier, since the PhotoShop still gets paid for the videography. I would just go speak to him. Yep, I agree with Janelle.

I would definitely schedule a semi-private dinner and then at least have there be an option to go to a certain area/bar for after dinner drinks, etc... (This is usually free with an AI) I think it's definitely worth it to have a bit of a schedule for your guests on the big day!! I opted for a private reception cuz that's what I wanted & I knew my guests would enjoy it. Also, I did not have an AHR when I returned home-FYI. We didn't do OOT bags but we did hand out personalized travel mugs & hats at our "free" welcome dinner.

I flew air jamaica and I didn't even ask to hang it up in first class. Our flight was not full so I just put my garment bag in the overhead bin. It folds in half so it's pretty compact. When I got to Jamaica I took it out of the bag and hung it in th closet. There wasn't a wrinkle on it when I put in on. I wish I didn't stress so much about this before cuz it worked out fine. I brought a travel steamer just in case and no one needed it.