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Welcome Sheena! As the other ladies have advised, certified and/or notarized is pretty much the same thing. You need to bring these copies with you (and leave them with the magistrates) as proof you and your FI are who you really say you are. Of course, you can't leave the originals, so that's why they ask for certified/notarized copies. If you have a lawyer, he/she can notarize them for you. Alternatively, Google "notary public" and your area and you will get plenty of hits.

Welcome Meaghan! You've stumbled across the best DW advice site on the 'net. Happy planning!

Welcome, from a former Toronto bride, to the newbie Toronto bride! Whatever DW questions you may have will definitely be answered here

I love your siggy pic! Are they your doggies? So cute

Starr Leatherjuice, LOL!

This was my second marriage too and I wanted to include my kids as well (DH has none). So, I had them participate in the wedding (daughter was MOH, son walked me down the aisle, readings, etc.). Plus, I had each participate in the sand ceremony. It was very special and I hope they have fond memories of being included in their mom's wedding too.

THey're beautiful, and even more precious because your MOH made them for you. She's very talented, and you're one lucky bride!

Have a wonderful wedding! Congratulations

I can SOOO relate Aiyta! I took a break from BDW for a while too, and now I can't stay away! It's been 16 mths since my wedding, but I do enjoy helping out the newbies and checking out everyone's great ideas. Especially all the DIY stuff - so much fun

Work, as usual! Just waiting for my large print job to finish, and then I'll get off, I swear! I'm already married and still addicted to this site, LOL!!

Very moving story! Thank you for sharing.

You will probably get a lot of this crap -- just smile, say thank-you for your input/advice and carry-on! People love to feel like they have something important to contribute, regardless of whether their advice is warranted or welcome. It reminds me of all the horror stories people subject pregnant women to, especially if it's a first baby. It's crazy! If they're so afraid to come to this "scary" resort, then by all means, encourage them to stay home! Who needs a bunch of nay-sayers spoiling the fun

*sniff**sniff* Makes you believe in humanity again doesn't it? Thanks for sharing that beautiful story. You made my night

I made up cards with different actions and put them in a glass bowl. If someone wanted us to kiss, they had to select a card from the bowl. Examples of some were: "give Tom & Lucy marriage advice", "kiss another guest", "Tom & Lucy kiss", etc., etc. This worked out great until my smart-aleck friend picked through them and left only the "Tom & Lucy kiss" ones in the bowl! Everybody's a comedian

Such a great and detailed review which will be appreciated by future brides of that resort. BTW, your dress was gorgeous! Loved it!

Hi again Cindy! I've just read through this whole thread as it is something I have been seriously considering for a while now. It's good that both Herzig and Bochner are highly recommended. They seem to be the two most popular choices. I'm a little worried though because I'm over 40 and wonder if I'm still a candidate for this type of surgery or is it too late? Thanks for posting the info -- you've definitely encouraged me to do a bit more research. Cheers!

They look fantastic! I love the starfish accent - so perfect for a DW.

Congrats!!

Diva, I didn't think I cared too much about pictures either, until I realised how many "must-have" shots were missing from my own. A good photographer is worth every penny, and regardless of whether your pics sit on a shelf, you will still take them down now and then and be grateful that your day was captured so eloquently. The photojournalism style that is so popular right now results in some stunning, magazine-quality shots of your friends, family and you and DH. Those shots are priceless. If you can swing it, up your budget a bit. You won't regret it!

Sounds like you want to go away and get married (you came to the right site for info!). You don't have a lot of time, but that doesn't mean it can't be done. You will need to narrow down your destination first (and rather quickly), and then choose your hotel. Hopefully your hotel choice will have a date open for you. Even with such short notice, you may not get your first choice, but you will find something. I would start with the location-specific forums for details on what each location has to offer. Good luck and !

I think I'm all caught up, including those who PM'd me. If I missed you, please send me a PM and I will make sure to send you the templates.

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It was fate that he found you again 20 years later! You guys were meant to be together! I hope you have a wonderful wedding and wonderful life together.

You're definitely in good company! My DH and I each had our own houses when we were engaged. His was a total redo - he bought a fixer-upper with the intention to fix-it-up and then flip it. Well, you know what they say about best-laid plans. It was supposed to have been completed & sold before we left to get married, and that never happened. I did what I could to help him, but I was also a "little" busy planning our wedding! I basically had to plan it myself, which as you can see from the previous responses, is not unusual! Thank goodness for all the advice and ideas found on this site. If it wasn't for BDW, I don't think I would have been able to do it. However, if you're feeling overwhelmed to the point that you want to just throw in the towel, may-be consider postponing your DW, but not indefinitely! Set another date that's reasonable, and carry on. You would be amazed at what a little breathing room can do for your peace of mind. Good luck and don't give up!

The pictures in the snow are beautiful. I just love the sight of trees blanketed in snow like that. Such a gorgeous backdrop and you guys look great! Congrats!