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We sent std's only to those people that we were going to invite to the DW. Then we ended up finding out a bunch of them that weren't going to be coming with us, so we didn't send them a formal invite. This helped me out as I was making the invites, including the folder from a 12x12 cardstock sheet, so that was a little less work for me!!

I think that cake is awesome. I totally agree that the plane should be switched out for a jeep, but you mentioned that in your original post. I love cakes that are different, and that is definately that. If your family and friends think that cake suits the two of you, then why not get it? Before ordering though, I would make sure that the resort will allow you to bring the cake in. That is great that you can get it made and shipped to your location though.

Welcome to the forum and happy planning. There is a lot of valuable info here to help you out with anything you need.

When are you getting married? Our DW is in Nov, so we are having our AHR in March when the weather will be a bit better (we are up in Alberta, so weather can be bad). As for who to invite, we are inviting those who make it to the DW as well. We didn't want to leave them out, and our AHR will be the typical dance party which we aren't doing at our DW. We will also have a slideshow and show the wedding video at the AHR, so those who were there, would probably like to see that.

I totally missed this thread the first time around, but glad it popped up again. Your pics are amazing and you look so beautiful. I love the pics with you and your FG. That is priceless. Way to get the moment captured!

Those are some wild shoes and will definately stand out under your dress. Way to go on finding your shoes and checking off another item from your list! That always feels good.

I can't help you with a specific med that will help get you motivated, but there are a few that can help with starting your WL. Before I got pregnant with my son I was using SlimQuick, it is designed for women and it was helping. I did hear that there is a drug coming that is supposed to give you energy to get off the couch and exercise and lose weight. That will be awesome, but I'm not sure how long before it hits the shelves.

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I hope everything works out for you to get to the funeral. I am happy to hear that you were able to see him recently and tell him that you love him! I am sure he is watching over you now.

Everything looks so great Alyssa! Your wedding day is going to be so perfect, and I can't wait to see pics of the final outcome of all your hard work planning it.

Welcome to the forum Nancy! Enjoy planning your big day.

Quote: Originally Posted by Andi didn't someone have a really cute saying to wrap them up with? Something about...here is a pashmina to keep your shoulders warm in the cool air...I don't know something like that? Quote: Originally Posted by ErinB I think there was a "to have and to hold and keep you from the cold..." or maybe i'm thinking of beer coozies... There is a saying "To have and to hold and to keep your drink cold", but Danielle changed it a bit for her pashminas to say "To have and to hold and to keep you from the cold" or something like that. Erin you are right about both for the pashmias and the koozies.

We sent out invites for the DW and then we are sending out separate invites for the AHR. That way everyone knows what they are invited to. If you want to do just send out invites once, I would only include the info for the AHR for those guests that are only invited to that.

Congrats and welcome back! I agree that he did do an amazing job on the pics we have seen so far. Can't ait to see more, and I agree with Samantha, you do look beautiful in them!!!

Maura, you look absolutely beautiful, and I am so excited to see the rest of your pics. It looks like it was a wonderful ceremony. Congrats and welcome back!

I think that having the OOt bags is good enough. That is a Thanks for coming gift and no one will even be expecting that. I think the $50 gift card is pushing it, after all, it is your wedding and they are getting a holiday out of it too.

Welcome to the forum Chrissy! There is so much info here to help you along your way with planning your special day. Good luck and enjoy!

Everything looks great Kat! The day is almost here, Wow. I am also wondering what goes with the necklace. Can't wait to see the pics from the wedding that show all this stuff off in action!

Those pics look great, you looked beautiful and cudos to your Mom. My Mom makes wedding cakes and a lot of people have asked her is she is making the cake to take down. She laughs at them and tells them only if they are going to carry it on their laps on the plane. I will have to tell her about this now. LOL! She did an awesome job!! Great review too.

That is such an incredible story! Now you will always have that part of your life on film since they were with you filming through the proposal and wedding.

My dress retail is about $1200 + alterations, and my daughter's FG dress goes for $200 + alterations. We ordered them off ebay and got them 2 weeks later, they were custom fit so no alterations needed and the total price including shipping was just under $300! All we has to do was get crinolines to go under the skirts and we added a few more beads, but it was actually really easy!

I am just wondering what everyone else is doing. I have had a lot of people asking me if I am changing my name and if I already have now that our legal ceremony is over. I keep telling everyone that I am going to wait until after the wedding in the Dominican since that is actually our 'wedding'. How many of you doing the legal ceremony before the DW are changing your name right away? How many of you are waiting until after the DW ceremony? And I guess I can include those who aren't changing their name at all. I personally am having a hard time parting with my lastnight since I have pretty cool initials. ET!!! There isn't anything special about EG. LMAO. I will be changing my name, since my kids both have Larry's last name, but still....ET!

I can't wait to have our van oaid off in 21 months! Yes I did say van, I always said I would never drive a minivan, but we both love it with the kids, and it is actually really nice to drive.

I'm so excited for tomorrow, or wait, it is tonight! I guess I should go to bed so that I can feel normal about saying today rather than tomorrow! LOL

Quote: Originally Posted by lambert13 So, live in 'sin', make little heathen babies and howl at the moon and worship a goat! Fuck that. That is blackmail and anyone who is 'religious' and a good christian would not want to use intimidation, fear, blackmail and threats to get you to do what they want. In the name of 'god' of course. I do not think you should have to do anything you don't want to just to appease someone or any group of people. It is not their fucking wedding!! The only thing that should matter on that day is you and your husband. Not what other people want you to do. People get so asshole-ish when it comes to weddings. Do this, do that, I don't like chicken, it's too hot, I can't wear blue, invite my friend, don't invite that person, blah blah blah blah. It's downright selfish and rude. People always try to make things about themselves instead of being happy and considerate of other people. "So how do you really feel about this Jason" This is so comical!!! I love it, especially the part about the living in 'sin' part! LMAO but so true. Quote: Originally Posted by cantorballard Wow, nothing like a little parental meddling to get people riled up! But honestly, as a clergy member, I see parents trying to push their values and judgments onto their children, no matter how old their children are. We all need to remember that we have children to raise them properly, we give them roots, and wings, and we hope they grow up to be good people. Children were not put on this earth to make their parents happy, we all come here for ourselves, though it is important to remember- we should not be by ourselves. Therefore, we have to balance our respect for family, with our own individuality. Respect, however, goes both ways, and your Mother should be thrilled that you have found someone you love, who loves you, and that you love each other enough to make the commitment to each other to spend your lives together. That is what is important, and if you are being a good person, in the eyes of G-d, then your mother needs to take a back seat. She planned her wedding, she did it her way, now it's time to express yourself as an individual, and she needs to support you. I always tell my clients, stand true to who you are and what you do. When it is done with respect, but unwavering commitment to your choices, your family comes around. It's not easy - but I give you a big pat on the back for choosing what makes you happy! This IS your wedding! Debbi I really think Debbi has a great, calm approach to this and considering she is in clergy, I think she knows what she is talking about. Great advice!!! Both saying similar things.....just in different ways!

Welcome to the forum and enjoy your planning. There is a lot of info here to help you along the way. I may be biased, but I say go for the Dominican!! LOL