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Thanks Maura. I had seen these, but they still cost more than my invites? Have you seen any cheaper ones?

How's the back, Tami?

Does anyone have any idea where I can find cream-colored envelopes for my DIY invites that are 6x6? The only ones I've found so far have been almost double what the actual invites are costing me! I haven't printed them yet, but I really don't want to have to re-design them!

Quote: Originally Posted by Morgan If you are worried, it's good to know that parents are usually on their best behavior at weddings. I've been in some family situations that I thought were not going to go well, but the divorced parents & new spouses tend to be as friendly to each other as they can be. My mom & dad can get along. I just think it could still be hard for them. More for my dad, because he won't be bringing anyone. For all the graduations we usually kept things mostly segregated. We all went to dinner each time, but that's about it. Thanks. Honestly, I have only been dating my FI since October (! - we were best friends for about 4 years first), so I have only seen his mom and dad together that one time. They all agree that they'll be on their best behavior, so we'll just make sure we keep an eye on alcohol consumption. And no skin off my back if one of them quietly steps out! But we are putting them at opposite sides of the resort.

Morgan, you mentioned that your parents were divorced. Mine are not, but my FI's are. To say his mom and step-mom do not get along is an understatement. His graduation with both of them there was crazy, and that wasn't for a week! Had it not been for them, I would have said "why not have a reception, or at least a 'free' plan for everyone to hang out the entire evening?" I never would have given it a second thought. Now, however, I realize that that would be a very uncomfortable situation, especially since we have less than 20 guests. I think we may still go ahead and have a short dessert reception after dinner, but I fully expect at least one of them to skip out pretty quickly. What she decides to do at that point is up to her, and the rest of us can hang out and have fun without them. Oh, and we're not doing a wedding cake and we're bringing our own music, so it's still going to be a pretty cheap option.

Quote: Originally Posted by jean-marcus you two could have like a .... oh wait.. nope. i gotta keep that one secret. i just came up with a sweet one that im gonna do sometime. What a tease!

Wish I could help. Did everything get straightened out?

Quote: Originally Posted by twelve_piece I ordered a custom photo guestbook from Etsy :: Design4u :: I ship internationally Jewelry ships FREE and it just arrived today- LOVE IT! I am going to take a picture of each guest to put on the page, then there is a card inside the envelope for them to sign with well wishes, advice, etc. This is so cute! How much did it end up costing? Were they easy to work with? How much input did you have?

Quote: Originally Posted by luv2love The vase is on the first page at the bottom. That is cute! I wonder if you could find a way to put a logo on there?

Where in Missouri do you live? Are you anywhere close to Springfield where I might be able to help?

Where was the vase?

Quote: Originally Posted by Morgan I wish my mom was on the forum! I'm always telling her forum stories, but it's not as good 2nd hand. I called to let her know I was member of the month She just said, "oh, that's good." Borrow all you want. I love to share. Wow, I just noticed that you won MOTM!!! Congrats!! You need to refer your mom. Mine comes up with all these ideas, and then had to admit that she "borrowed" them, most often from Morgan! Two sets of eyes are better than one.

I just found a great, new website with tons of guest books, lots of them beach-themed. I did a search and didn't find this, so hopefully it's a new site to everyone. Wedding Reception - Guest Books They have lots of other stuff, too, but my mission tonight was the guest books! Here's the ones I'm considering. Post what you like! Seaside Allure Guest Book & Pen Set. Personalization Available. - ws8496gbw The Seashore Collection Guest /Photo Book. Can be Personalized. - bc110aiw Personalized Scrapbook Guest Book. Letters included. - hh30519

Quote: Originally Posted by timelsel Very nice, Morgan. Your guests will feel very welcomed! Thanks for sharing all your terrific ideas. Have you got anything for the Cancun airport we can "borrow"?! Morgan, I think my mom means "steal" not "borrow"! Thanks for all the great ideas! By the way, mom and I were looking for paper for our welcome booklets, and you came up in our conversation. All good of course!! We love your ideas!

Did anyone else have a reception at La Isla?

Quote: Originally Posted by Elizabeth Medina Hi! I have photographed two weddings at EDR, both were amazing and each used completely different areas of the resort. if you would like to see photographs here are the slideshows. Matt and Mallory Amy and Brian best wishes! Elizabeth Elizabeth, where did Matt and Mallory have their reception?

Quote: Originally Posted by lhc007 Hi! I'm a professional make-up artist in the L.A. area and would recommend the Make-up forever Mat-velvet foundations (you can vary the amount you put on and still get coverage) and cover with a thin layer of loose powder. Armani also has an amazing foundation but can be pricey. Which type of Armani make-up do you prefer? There are a few different kinds.

I just started using Dior Show mascara (waterproof). A friend recommended it to me, and so far I love it! The ladies at Sephora said it's by far their best selling mascara.

I guess we have to pay about $19/day for insurance on top of renting the car. Thrifty has the best rates so far. What about a cell phone? In Nicaragua, I bought a SIM card and put it into my AT&T quad band phone. Can I do the same in Mexico?

Maura, any advice on renting a car in Guadalajara?

Thanks! We're going March 21-28. I'll make it my mission to get some tacos el pastor. I'll even try to get some pics. I can just imagine everyone's faces when I pull out my camera for the tacos!!

I just found out that FI and I get to go visit Guadalajara this month! My boss just told me when we were off. We're going to go house and job shopping, so we need prayers! We have friends that will be down there visiting family, so hopefully they'll be able to point us in the right direction. Yay!

Anna, I just tried a new ticker site. Just for fun. I think if you click on the ticker, it will take you to the site.

Looks great, Anna!

Ok, I went to Ticker Factory and clicked on wedding tickers. Pick your bar first (don't click next, just the numbers at the bottom), hit next, then pick your slider. Copy the bbCode into your siggy!