Kat81

Quote: Originally Posted by mummergirl how many were you originally counting on, and how many did you end up with? if you don't mind my asking ... i think i'm mostly flipping out because these are the people we went most out of our way to accommodate. and they are practically our whole bridal party at this point (which was almost entirely family, not just a bunch of friends). i *really* didn't expect them to bail ... anyone but them, ya know? We had 40 people tell us they were coming no matter what!! Guess how many we are having.... 21. We also picked Dreams because of the kid rule. Guess how many kids we have coming... None lol. Just count your blessings that anyone is coming. I am actually glad to have a smaller crowd! 1. it's cheaper for us 2. I hate attention HA HA purely selfish reasons.

Did you stay for the whole appt? I think I would have high tailed it out of there

WTF?! That is crazy! I mean it is one thing to have your religion but to mix it with work like that? CRAZY!

Not rude at all! I have been to a lot of events where kids aren't invited. Sometimes they provide a babysitter for all the kids, sometimes they don't. Totally not rude though.

Aww! That is why I made Ryan get a regular band for everyday wear then a nice one ONLY for going out. That way if he loses it it's only 150 bucks to get another one. Silly boys

Quote: Originally Posted by Morgan there are lots of cheap places by dreams. your photographer might not be comfortable riding a bus at night with expensive equipment that far. there are places that are pretty cheap only a short walk from dreams. Yeah, I am not really interested in bus fares so much as taxi fares. And he is wanting to stay extra days so I am trying to find him a cheaper hotel so he doesn't have to spend as much. Just doing comparisons.

I'll let ya all know how it goes

Hey! I hope all is well... we haven't heard back from you yet. Sending you bunches of well wishes!

It's in downtown Cancun. It looks like it is about 10 miles from Dreams... Could be closer.

Yeah, it just needed to be formatted. I figured it out though! Thanks girls!

Quote: Originally Posted by Mrs. Martin We're taking 3 suitcases plus a few boxes as carry-on items. We have about 22 people flying in with us on the same flight, so you better believe I will be handing them some boxes! That will be so fun to be on the same flight!

Quote: Originally Posted by syl1115 Can I ask how everyone is getting all of their things to your destination? I am flying Southwest and I know I can take two suitecases but I need one just for my shoes! We are taking four suitcases. Anything that won't fit in my stuff will go with my Mom.

Quote: Originally Posted by syl1115 I pick up my dress tomorrow. The first one was ruined by the seamstress so I found another (which was little tight) but the new seamstress is a miracle worker. The dress fits perfect! I just have to get placecards made and FI's pants hemmed. Yesterday I decided that I hated my flowers and went out and bought new ones and made all new bouquets and bouts. I need to stop looking at the stuff and call it done! I did change the reception room to one with a small dance floor. I am having it at a restaurant and originally planned for only 25 people but now I have 32 confirmed. I figured I needed a larger room. I have officially lost the 20 lbs I was targeting! The waiting is killing me, I want to leave tomorrow! Good luck to all of you, I know your weddings will be beautiful and thanks to everyone that gave me good ideas. You changed all your flowers?! Geez girl! I am glad you have it all figured out now. I

I need to get my photographer a hotel. I am not putting him in the same hotel as me. I have found a few hotels. A few are close to me and one is further away. About how much is it to travel by bus or cab around there?

It looks like you two had a blast! So many pics of you two laughing your heads off. I LOVE IT! You looked beautiful, Jay looked so handsome and proud. And Noah... already stealing the show ha ha ha. You two have so many years of happiness and love to share. Noah is a lucky boy.

Quote: Originally Posted by Alyssa girls - i am done everything - i just have to pick up my dress next week and FI's suit this week. if anyone needs any help just shout out ok? WOW Alyssa! I still have my welcome letter and OOT bag tags to make. Other than that I am done. I have the dress and suit hanging in the closet. Oh I am also booking the photographers air and room some time in the next few days. Then I am DONE! WOOHOO!

YAY! Got to love that feeling of knowing where it's all going to take place!

Rachel, I am so sorry you are going through all this. It sounds like it was for the best but that never makes it any easier. Let me know if there is anything I can help you with. Seriously, anything. I can even post things for you if you need me to.

I am using Jeremy Gilliam. He is out of Dallas. Hit him up for a quote. Wedding and Portrait Photography by Jeremy Gilliam Dallas TX He also did my BD pics

Quote: Originally Posted by newprincessbride I have the last dress fitting on 8/29. I have just completed sending all my thank you card for the recent briday showers. I'm packed and I have to pack my girls up too. I guess what is bothering me is that Septmember is such an overwhelming month for me. My son turns 18, My youngest turns 9, my bday is the 12(guess no will have the time or money for my BD) and I just feel like I got no support. I think i'm missing just the little things but I just can't figure it all out. It's like a bluuuuuuuuuuurrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr...... awww well we will all be your support group. If you need help with any newsletters or anything let me know. I did all mine already and can change them up for you.

Quote: Originally Posted by morenaindc Hey Kat. Everything looks great. Did you use iron ons for your bags? Also, where did you get the first aid kits? I actually didn't make the bags I got the left overs from another girl on here. They are iron ons though. I got the first aid kits at the dollar store here. I bought all they had and waited a month for them to get more in, then bought them out again lol. I made the envelopes for the pills inside (not shown in the pics)

Quote: Originally Posted by newprincessbride Hey Ladies; Just checking in with you guys to see how's it going. I'm getting very nervous as the time is getting closer and closer. I feel like there is not just enough time in a day to do what I need to do. My entire wedding party, with the exception of my kids are out of town and sometimes I get NO help. Anyway, hope everyone's planning is coming along.... I feel ya.. I have had ZERO help. My wedding party all lives far away so they have no idea how much work I have been doing! I can't believe how close it is either. I am so excited. I have almost everything done. I am basically just finishing up the welcome letter and the OOT tags and placecards. What do you have left?

I would be totally upfront and circle the things I liked. That way he would at least have an idea of what to get for you.

can you take them shopping and let them try stuff on? That way you will have a better idea of what looks good.

I have the Dyson Animal. I flippin' love it! I have people think I just got my carpets cleaned when I use it. It sucks up some nasty stuff. The only thing that I don't like is I have inside animals and I suck up a lot of dander and dust. I am pretty sure these are the technical terms I am about to use... There is a plastic thingy the goes over the filter. It has small little holes in it. The dander and dust clogs the holes and when you empty the plastic jug sometimes I have to take it apart and bang it on the cement to get the dander out. If that doesn't work I have to take a cloth and wipe it down. It really grosses me out lol. But I am anal like that. It really is the most amazing thing we have bought for our house. I LOVE IT! It doesn't let a hair go unnoticed!