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After the reception (actually dinner for us), we are going to go over to one of the bars in the hotel that Lorena told me was open until 1 AM and could accomodate us.

Lorena told us about this bar too, but I think we'll go back to our condo. We wanted to rent one of the junior suites, but too much out of the budget.

Anyway... I had a question to you all about open bar? Are you all using the full domestic, or are you doing a specialty drink, or how are you working this? When I received the 2007 banquet menu they had this basic bar, and it was so affordable, and they took it out for 2008. I told Lorena, this is what we wanted because we really just need the basics, nothing fancy, and she told us the domestic or high end bar are our only choices. I'd be happy with just beer, wine, margaritas and soft drinks.

Really beautiful. I love the soft and flowy feel of your set-up and your wedding party.

I actually bought an Anjolique, but it was a sample. The actual price was about 850.00. so I'm guessing they're in that range.

Yes, I just told my FI last night, I'm on the verge of freaking out! We have these few people who won't commit, and we need people commit or not, and it's really starting to annoy me. A couple who had committed, and sent in their response card, decided they couldn't afford to come, and I guess they didn't think they needed to tell us. We just happened to call them because they were always a bit questionable, and sure enough, it's a no. I'm so relieved we called them!

I also really want a canopy, but we can't justify the money being spent for such a short period of time. Every time I see a picture of one, I want to get one. But, with that set-up, we'll also have 2 large flower arrangements. I"m not sure if we'll put them in the front or the back, but I think front.. maybe next to the table would be best.

i think we are going to go with kind of a combination of 3 & 4, i love the rose petals on the aisle, and the covered chairs are cheaper because they have those at the westin. the white chairs that are uncovered, i heard are really expensive because the westin has to rent them and them of course mark them up. do you gals have rose petals yet for the aisle? what color are you wanting to use? carly found an awesome seller on ebay that sells 1000 petals for $25, anybody interested in splitting a couple bags if we want the same colors? i'll post a link to the seller in a bit.

I think we'll be more with two. We'll have royal blue chair ties, and I don't think we'll use an aisle runner. Maura, what are your colors? Ours are royal blue, light blue, and coral, but I would also be interested in going in on rose petals, and I'm open to different colors, as long as they're not way off the color scheme. We really like the idea of rose petals, but of course, Westin quoted us an outrageous price, so that idea had been put to the side.

Does this mean you decided on a beach location for your ceremony? I think with the aisle runner, it will be no problem at all.

Also, Barrie and Maura, do you have plans for after the reception? I know quiet time is at 10pm, so we were deciding on just heading back to our condo for an after party or going into town.

Oh! All 3 are beautiful! How exciting and fun!!!!

I'm stressing a bit because my wedding is the day after yours, and I don't go for my next fitting until next week. I feel like I'm falling behind!

OH, good question. I don't even know. I know we're going to have cover chairs with ties. We'll need a table, no runner, and no canopy. We don't want the bamboo stick all around. I know it kind of gives privacy, but to us, it kind of takes away from the beauty of the ocean.

Sundays are my favorite TV watching day! I love Rich Bride, Poor Bride, Platinum Weddings, and Bulging Brides. I want the trainer to come to me!

When he gave me the quote of $350, I emailed him back and said a fellow bride was recently quoted $150. He told me the prices have been the same since last year and $150 would be for 1/2 hour or so which they do not contract for. So, I guess I am sticking with my IPOD plan. We are getting a rechargable, cordless player so we don't have to deal with a plug. When I asked Lorena how much an extension chord would be, she quoted it for over $200. Can you believe it- for a flippin' extension chord!

Unfortunately, I can believe it. We were going to do what you are doing, but have decided to use the sound system rented through the Westin to save us a bit of a headache, and so we can have a microphone for the ceremony, and for toasts during the reception, if it's needed. We are IPODing too. We worked on playlists last night.

They get you for everything...

Hi Maura,

I just tried to email you, but our computer is old and is needing a break. So, we're going to have some dinner and I'll email you when I get back. I'm going to send you the attachment that was sent to me about what the Westin offers. I'm not sure if you ever received it.

I love it! It's so, so cute!

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So has anyone ever tried acupuncture? I've heard it can help heal it not necessarily puts a band aid on it.

Acupuncture totally has taken my pain away when I've had a bad back. I've had it done a few times after screwing my back up. It really did help a lot!

Maybe try a deep tissue massage. My girlfriend has massaged the knots out of me. The massages hurt like hell, and they're so intense, but really helped me out. Just remember to breathe!

My family in New Mexico has also booked Frontier.

Right about the economy. It's scary stuff.

Hi Barrie!

Welcome! It's great to have another Westin bride, and another Westin June Bride!!

Maura,

Not hearing back from Maira for 8 weeks is completely unacceptable! Oh my, I think you should absolutely demand someone new, but I'm not sure how many other people are left. Maybe you should ask for Lorena, she certainly has gotten back to me. Please let us know what happens!

I was thinking of Doc2Be there this past weekend getting married! How exciting. It was our 2 month countdown yesterday!

I guess we didn't think 5/slice was too much because it will only be for about 35 people.

Bridal Bouquet

Coral roses, coral gerbera daisies, light blue delphinium and a few dyed blue roses (deep blue color), Stems wrapped with royal blue ribbon (no bow).$95.00

Bridesmaids

1Same as bride but smaller version and the ribbon coral color.$55.00

Boutonnieres

6Coral roses ( added 1 small boutonniere for ring bearer)$75.00

Corsages

4Wrist style corsages of coral roses and mini gerbera daisies.$100.00

Ceremony

2 urn style arrangements of coordinating flowers,

To be moved after ceremony to the reception area.$200.00

Other RequirementsAdditional 2 gerberas for mothers and 2 gerberas for hair flowers $12.00

Sub total$534.00

Delivery/setup$150.00

IVA 10% 68.40

TOTAL$752.40

Deposit

Date: $200.00

Balance$552.40

We're not using anything flowery for the table, but we will have a "remembrance table where we are putting the larger flower arrangements. My originally quote had a canopy in it for 450.00!!! We couldn't justify it for 20 minutes of use. At least with the larger flower arrangements we can enjoy them at the ceremony and the reception. Basically, the Westin will charge you double for EVERYTHING. Francine was very easy to work with.

Hope this helps!

No updates right now. We've decided to go with Cabo Flowers. I'm trying to get everyone to tell me yes or no right now, so we can give the hotel an exact count for food and finalize the menu. I did ask about a cake, light blue, seashell cake, and they actually gave me a decent price. I think it was $5 per slice? We've been out of town, and have dedicated this weekend to the wedding. It's now less than 2 months away. Yikes!

How is your planning going? What did you decide for ceremony location?

OH! So nice! Congratulations to you! Love the space!!