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    my mother in law is going to drive me to drink!!!

    in Just venting or funnies

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    I agree with Danielle completely! My MIL was such a pain - wanting to go dress shopping with me (um, no thanks... my own mom can't be there, and you are out of line), begging me to dress people in sombreros (what?), wanting to decide menus...

     

    Just don't bring up the wedding in front of her. And whenever she asks (and believe me she will), just tell her that you want it all to be a surprise. Be sure to get your FI on board with the plan - otherwise she'll start in on him, too!

    Which version of "A Christmas Carol" is your fave?

    in Random Thoughts

    Posted

    I had the TV on last night while I was making dinner (okay, I was waiting for the Chinese food delivery guy), and "Mickey's Christmas Carol" was on. It occurs to me that off the top of my head I can think of at least half a dozen versions of "A Christmas Carol":

     

    1. The classic B&W version with Alistair Sim

    2. The more recent classic version with George C. Scott

    3. The even more recent (probably doesn't qualify as a classic yet) with Patrick Stewart

    4. The Muppet's Christmas Carol

    5. Mickey's Christmas Carol

    6. Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol

     

    There are a couple of others, too, called Scrooge or something like that.

     

    For me, no holiday season is complete without at least 2-3 viewings of a Muppet Christmas Carol, but of the actual movie there's a schism in my family between the George C. Scott version (Dad and I) and the Alistair Sim version (my sis and bro). My mom loves them all, my hubby likes whichever is the shortest.

     

    What about you?

    Favorite Christmas song!!!

    in Chit Chat Corner!

    Posted

    I am a certifiable Christmas Music Junkie.

     

    We should start a club.

     

    I LOVE all of the classics, anything Bing always makes me feel like Christmas. And I can listen to the Charlie Brown Christmas soundtrack for hours

     

    And I love some of the newer stuff, too! Shaken Not Stirred is great.

     

    Here are a few of my other more recent faves:

     

    Trans Siberian Orchestra - Christmas Canon (the piano version) YouTube - Trans-Siberian Orchestra - Christmas Canon

     

    Trans Siberian Orchestra - Christmas Eve (Sarajevo 12/24) YouTube - Trans-Siberian Orchestra - "Christmas Eve/Sarajevo - 12/24"

     

    Faith Hill - Where are you Christmas YouTube - Faith Hill Where Are You Christmas (2000) (((Stereo))) {HQ}

     

    Somewhere in my Memory (from Home Alone): YouTube - Somewhere in my memory - John Williams (Home alone soundtrack)

     

    Chris Rea - Driving Home for Christmas YouTube - Chris Rea 'Driving Home For Christmas'

     

    I could go on and on!

     

    I think I'm going to have to put some on at work!

    Do I have to bring my future MIL dress shopping?

    in Wedding Etiquette, Traditions, to dos

    Posted

    You absolutely should not feel obliged to invite her. Especially if your own mother isn't coming, and that is a perfectly reasonably explanation.

     

    My mom lives on the west coast and there was no way that she was going to be able to go dress shopping with me. When my MIL asked if she could come (and, like you, I really didn't want her along), I simply told her that I thought it would be hurtful to my own mom if I went dress shopping with her, but I really appreciated her offer of support.

     

    Good luck!

    Disappointed

    in Forum Suggestions & Feedback

    Posted

    Hi Julia!

     

    I'm sorry you're feeling disappointed. But don't, we've all had threads closed, merged together, etc. It happens. It's not a big deal and it's not intended as a slap on the wrist, it's just a way of saving forum space.

     

    I have to second Maureen's comments. I just searched for your posts and the one that was closed specifically asked whether TTD really ruined the dress, and the mods were right to close your thread - that question has been answered over and over. I know I've answered it too. And yes, my dress came out cleaner.

    MOH who says shes coming but still no response..

    in Wedding Etiquette, Traditions, to dos

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    I'm so sorry you're dealing with it. That's tough to go through.

     

    Personally, I would assume that for one reason or another, she's not going to make it to your wedding. But I wouldn't read into it. Chances are that there's some reason and it just won't work out. She's probably hiding from you because she feels badly and doesn't want to have to tell you. Best bet at this point is to promote one of your BMs.

     

    So, the question is whether her inability to attend is enough reason to break off your friendship. Good friends are hard to come by, but bad friends are found everywhere. I can't possibly know which camp she's in at the moment, but maybe just let things be for a while and see if you can rekindle your friendship when the pressure around the wedding is off.

     

    Good luck!

    Paradisus Riviera Brides - POST HERE!

    in Destination Wedding in Riviera Maya, Cancun & surrounding areas

    Posted

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by navarrabrooke View Post
    Does anyone know if we need to get money exchanged once we arrive? Is the Cancun Airport the best place? The staff will take american dollars, right? Anything else we should know about moneyhuh.gif Thanks!

    We decided to do a charity registry through justgive.org instead of gift or honeymoon registry.

    Thanks!
    Brooke
    Don't even worry about getting pesos. Just take lots of small bills ($1 and $5) and you'll be set. Everyone we met was happy to accept US currency, from the taxi drivers to bars, etc. Plus you can always use plastic. And when you pay for things in US $, you'll get change back in pesos (legally they have to), so you'll have some before long.

    Oh, and all the ATMs dispense pesos, and your bank will give you better exchange rates than a currency exchange window, so if you really want pesos, use the nearest ATM.

    Paradisus Riviera Brides - POST HERE!

    in Destination Wedding in Riviera Maya, Cancun & surrounding areas

    Posted

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by navarrabrooke View Post
    Thanks so much Yolanda! Yeah, if you could send a few pictures that would be great. My email is [email protected]. I'm just having a hard time visualizing everything and still feel like I'm going to be the one directing everything.

    I know I should have more faith in Perla and that's what everyone says, but each time we communicate she leaves something out so again I sit and wait days for her response. This time I'm waiting for her to confirm the amount of our payment and we are supposed to pay at the end of the week.

    Couple questions for those who can answer - What's the best way to pay? Wire transfer, card credit form, etc? Also, did anyone have a contract that includes Perla or a rep from the resort's signature on it? There's a place for us to sign on our quote, but no where for them to sign. Since it is quite a big transaction, I'd be more comfortable if it were a 2-way contract. Any thoughts?

    I apologize for the rant, but we're getting down to the wire and I don't have everything confirmed. I just keep telling myself it will all get done and be OK. Let's hope!

    Thanks!
    Brooke
    Brooke:

    I can't emphasize this enough: Pay by credit card!!!! If you pay by wire transfer and anything goes wrong, you have no recourse. Perla is very, very good and chances are nothing will go wrong, but if they do, it's better to have an arbiter in the form of a CC company than to have to fuss with the hotel over charges.

    Mom gave me an ultimatum to come to MY wedding!?!

    in Just venting or funnies

    Posted

    All the advice given is very good. The main thing is that if she doesn't support you, your FI and your future marriage, then there is no reason for her to attend. Make sure that she understands that.

     

    One other note, I would enlist the help of someone who will be there (an aunt/cousin/friend/someone... maybe your Dad?) to keep her in line, and away from (far, far away!) you on your wedding day if she won't behave. And don't hesitate to tell your WC that if she gets out of line, approaches a microphone or otherwise appears like she might make a scene, that they should be prepared to have hotel security escort her away. Just don't risk it - the last thing you want to do is have your own mother ruin your wedding day and all your memories of it.

     

    Good luck!!

    Paradisus Riviera Brides - POST HERE!

    in Destination Wedding in Riviera Maya, Cancun & surrounding areas

    Posted

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by Steve&Julia View Post
    ...my invitations are just about done and I couldn't be happier with Becca's invites thanks again Becca I am so happy I went with you.

    As for the cake do i send pictures of thngs for Perla to try to replicate or do i say heres the flavor and my wedding color and she makes up what they can?
    Thanks J! I'm really hoping that I get your invites done by Thursday so I can give them to you on Friday. It may be Monday, but I'm hopeful!

    As far as the cake, we showed Perla a picture (2 days before the wedding) and the pastry chef copied it perfectly. Their pastry chef is (or was) really talented, both stylistically and taste-wise. (OMG the desserts were so yummy!) We had a tres leches cake and it was TO DIE FOR!

    Paradisus Riviera Brides - POST HERE!

    in Destination Wedding in Riviera Maya, Cancun & surrounding areas

    Posted

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by navarrabrooke View Post
    Hi yolyd75 - congratulations! So happy to hear everything went so well. Mine is coming up - November 13th and there is so much left to do. We are also doing the chill out chic setup with buffet. I've had a tough time trying to get Perla to give me cake and flower options. Can you tell me what you went with? Or what you would suggest?

    And for anyone who can help, I also have a few random/general questions.

    1. How did you go about scheduling spa treatments on your wedding day for you and your guests? My bridesmaids, mom and girlfriends all want massages/facials/etc and I'm not sure how to go about scheduling these for everyone.

    2. Did anyone go the iPod route? We ordered our equipment through Luis at Swank (who has been terrific!) and are currently putting together our playlists, but I'm just a bit nervous that something will go wrong with the music. Any reassurance would be great! :)

    3. For those who did the buffet, how did the speeches go? I am having a hard time visualizing the timing and setup of the speeches when there is not a formal sit down dinner.

    Any advice and insight is greatly appreciated!!!

    Thanks!
    Brooke
    Hi Brooke!

    You can either have Perla book the appointments for you, or if you want to call, you can have the main switchboard transfer you to the spa. Personally, I would be sure to book your appointments first - for when you want them. When I was there (more than a year ago now), they had 2 people who would do mani/pedi, but only one person for hair. I think they have quite a few more that do massages and facials, but get the times you want for yourself first. You're the bride!!

    I didn't do an ipod, so I'm no help there.

    As far as when to do speeches, I had a couple of thoughts. We did our speeches right after the ceremony, literally at the toast. But otherwise, you might think about doing them right before the cake is served - there won't be people wandering around getting food and so forth.

    Good luck! It's soooo close!
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