Rhonda

Quote: Originally Posted by ashey063009 Rhonda, I think its up to you whether you want to do the same song for everyone, or a bridal party and then bride song. I'm going to be doing one for everyone-- and I think heading down to Jason Mraz sounds awesome. I think the whole "instrumental only thing" is silly. Ok, thanks. I wasn't sure if it was normal to do 2 songs...I kinda like the idea of changing songs for the bridal entrance and walk....I think it might heighten the drama...you know what I mean But, I'm sure both are fine. I agree with the whole "instrumental only thing". Although, I don't think I've ever been to a wedding where the bridal walk wasn't only instrumental. But, I guess, we're not doing anything traditional..afterall, we're doing it in Mexico!

Thanks for your suggestions! I was actually planning on doing the photobook for my mom. But, maybe now, I'll do the frame for my Dad too. I appreciate your help!

I'm trying to come up with a good gift that I can give my Dad as a thank you for the wedding. My FI and I are going to treat my parents to a romantic breakfast in bed the day after the wedding and then I'm planning on getting my mom something special since she's been so helpful this entire planning process. But, I really want to give my Dad something too...any ideas This may sound corny, but, I was thinking about giving him a tie with his initials embroidered and then maybe a little quote or something. I can't think of anything else. I've looked on line and I think a lot of the gifts seem so generic. Help!

Quote: Originally Posted by binzer How long should a song be? My cousin is a music editor, so I'm just going to get it professionally looped. If you guys could give a rough idea of how long is generally needed for the bridal party, the bride, the recessional, etc, I would really appreciate it! The few weddings I've been to have had live musicians, so it's not something I've ever really paid attention to :S I was wondering the same thing... Also, you are supposed to have a bridal party walk down song and then a bride song, right? Also, what do you guys think about walking down the aisle to "Im yours" Jason Mraz? I really like the song, but, I'm not sure if I want to walk down the aisle with singing...but, that's the best part of the song! Also, now my FI thinks that I shouldn't use it now since it was on American Idol last night!

Thanks for sharing all your ideas....I totally need help with this! I'd like to choose a few songs and then have my dad pick the one. Keep the ideas coming!

Thanks for sharing your ideas! My FI had actually suggested awhile ago ...One love by Bob Marley (he loves bob marley) so I think we might go with that one too...But, I'm sure it will change since we keep going back and forth.. I also love "I'm yours" by Jason Mraz.....I was thinking of walking down the aisle to that song...but, I can't tell if its right for that....anyone have thoughts on that?

My FI and I are having the hardest time coming up with a recessional song...we're looking for something up beat...just wondering if anyone has ideas or what you're using?

They really are perfect! (IMO) As I said, the quality is excellent and the size is great to carry stuff to the beach/pool + the price is right. Since you have a lot of time...I would call the company and request a sample of the color you like. They sent me 2 samples for free. Then, you can see for yourself if it would work. By the way, I'm not putting any really big things in my bag either...just a lot of smaller stuff. Hope that helps!

Mine just came in this week! I'm going to see it/try it on next weekend...I hope I still like it!

I also had a hard time deciding on a bag. I haven't ordered yet, but, I plan to order these: Canvas Boat Tote, Promotional Canvas Boat Tote, Personalized Canvas Boat Tote I received a sample and the bag is not cheap-like at all...it's a 12 or 14 oz weight (which is relatively thick) canvas. I also plan to have a logo on it added for no extra cost...

I haven't done it yet, but, I was planning on checking an extra suitcase filled with all my OOT stuff. If you decide to carry on the plane, I think the pills will be ok, but, lotions and other liquids have to meet the requirements...Under 4 ounces I think? And then, you might have to put it in a ziplock bag. Hope that helps.

I just went to Michael's yesterday and got a whole bunch of scented travel candles for my OOT bags. I was planning on buying them online, but, then found these bigger ones at Michaels! They're perfect for a destination wedding!

I don't have any information, but, I have been looking for a wholesale flower market in Cancun/Riviera Maya. If I find something, I'll let you know.

That's awesome! Thanks for sharing! I was planning on buying my stuff from OT this month!

Thanks for sharing! I think these are so cool! I just told my FI about them and he's thinking to get them for his groomsmen.

Great resource! Thanks!

I was wondering about the cost of things in Mexico too. I'm planning on buying most of the stuff here, but, then pick up a few "Mexican" themed favors down there...like snacks or shot glass or little bottles of tequila.

One of my BM just told me she's pregnant too....she'll be 6 months pregnant at my wedding. Luckily she knew before we placed the order for dresses, but, anyway, she decided to just order extra material on the dress instead of ordering a "maternity dress" . Just a thought....

I am happy to hear you like them! I just spoke to my hairstylist the other day and she recommended that I buy these exact ones. I've never done the "extension-thing" before, but plan to for the wedding.

When I first started planning, I wanted to invite almost everyone and "hoped for the best" knowing that many people would not be able to make it. This was before the whole economy turned around. We ended up inviting over 200 people. As the day is getting closer, for some reason, I am wishing that I had limited my guest list...it seems more people than I expect ARE actually coming! As of today, we have 76 people coming and we're expecting a few more... So, you may be surprised at who actually comes! Just a thought..if you want more of your friends/family to come, it might be a good idea to wait a little longer to get married to allow people time to save. We gave our guests almost 1 years' notice...not sure if that made a difference or not.

I am with you ladies....I can't believe how close the wedding is getting...mine is almost exactly 3 months away, but, we leave on April 27th! For some reason, I'm feeling pretty calm about everything...but, that's kinda scarying me because I feel like the month or 2 before, I might start to stress...I'm really trying to prevent that Our RSVP date is on Feb 1st- this weekend! I'm waiting to get all my responses before I purchase all my OOT bag stuff. But, I pretty much know what I'm gonna buy already. Right now, working on the details- menu, decorations, music etc. It helps if I focus on just one thing at a time.. I really want to try to keep things as simple as possible...the more details, the more stress (for me )

I'm so happy to hear that you love them and everything worked out! I am planning on getting them for my guests too! Just curious, did you ask everyone for their sizes?

Ok, now, I kinda feel bad. But, to be honest, I think the real issue in my situation is that I'm not really sure that I want the girl I invited to come to the wedding (not the guest!) The reason is just that I don't feel very close to her anymore and now I can't even believe she wants to come to my wedding (granted, I did invite her). My FI thinks she's just taking advantage of the situation (not sure if that's true). Anyway, I know it sounds awful! I feel so mean even writing this!

Ok, so, i think I might be a really bad person or maybe I just had a bridezilla moment yesterday. My coworker who I wrote about earlier, told me yesterday that she is definitely coming to the wedding and bringing her friend. It turns out the friend is her yoga teacher (I didn't even know they were close). For some reason, it just completely set me off and I blurted out that I needed to be honest...it DID bother me that she was bringing this person...I told her that we are trying to have a small wedding (relatively speaking) and that we want only those who love us, care about us and want to be there for us. I told her no one else is bringing people who were not invited (We invited her with her boyfriend, NOT, a "guest") I told her if she really wanted to come, she could stay with one of my other friends who needs a roomate. After saying all that, I felt awful and I apologized. She was very understanding about it. But, I still feel bad for telling her she can't bring her friend. But, at the same time, I feel a bit relieved that I got it off my chest. My FI is very happy that I said something..he did not approve of her bringing her uninvited friend. I don't know what to think....Am I really mean

I'm planning on keeping my OOT bags to $20 or less. We will have about 50 bags. Right now, I found a canvas beach tote (personalized with logo) for $4.50 , got shower gel for $1, still need to get other stuff...I think its pretty reasonable. I think it's really important to give the OOT to show my guests a token of how much we appreciate their effort to be at our wedding!