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Congrats Kerrij!

Quote: Originally Posted by liljuicy We are already having a big wedding for Cabo standards, 130, and so adding a lot more people by allowing all the kids to that would be too much and too expensive. 130 guests!!! No wonder you're banning the kiddies! That's insane, and yes, it's going to cost a fortune. That puts everything into perspective, lol!

Great mugs! Your guests will love them and you will love seeing them walking around the resort!

There is an entire forum dedicated to the Dominican Republic -- you will find lots of information there that is specific to DR. As well, you can ask questions about anything wedding-related in the various forums. Good luck with your planning.

great bags - have fun filling them up, that's the best part

Welcome Kathi, and don't feel shy. There are other "mothers" on here, and believe it or not, even a few grooms! I've yet to see a father or FFIL, but never say never! You've come to the right place for information, ideas and advice on how to plan and have the best destination wedding. Good luck, and have fun!

Quote: Originally Posted by jjflipt I feel kind of stupid, but I didn't know I was supposed to get my parents gifts! YIKES!!!!! Who else gets gifts? Wedding party Parents Who else? When do you give it to them? I wonder what else I am not thinking of! scary. I had never heard of parent gifts or husband/wife gifts -- wedding party only. I thought may-be I was missing something, but apparently this is not normally done in European weddings. Both DH and I are Canadian, but of European heritage and neither of us had any exposure to this custom. It's nice, but man, it's more to worry about!

Oh no!! I read a thread yesterday by one of our BDW brides who put her deposit down at that store, and now needs a new dress in very short order.

Those are great and will definitely be appreciated by B2Bs DIYing their invites (and other projects). Great find

Welcome Christy - you have definitely come to the right place to plan your wedding. Have fun!

Amazing job! I love the flower embellishment too - it's very unique and you should be very proud of yourself!

So glad that things have worked out for you in the end. That was a close call!

Hell yeah! If DH and I could live free for a year and save up every penny, we would JUMP at the chance. Go for it, because this opportunity may never come around again.

It never ceases to amaze me that every time I log onto this site, I see something new. I've never seen sashes tied this way, but boy do they make an impact! Very nice.

I have to agree with Andrea. As a mom (even though my kids aren't "kids" anymore) I would have a real issue with a total stranger, in a strange country, watching my child. How many kids are expected to come to your wedding? If it's only a few, then may-be this is one area where you can compromise?? Attending a DW is already a huge commitment made by your friends and loved ones and asking them to leave out their children may be seen as asking a bit too much. Just my humble opinion, but as seen through the eyes of a parent.

They look fantastic!

Congrats, you've come to the best place for all your DW planning needs, and you'll make new friends throughout the process!

It's great of you to give the girls an update. This is a common problem and I wonder how many brides going through the exact same thing would have given up if not for this reminder that some things "just have a way of working themselves out". Don't give up ladies, and remember, your wedding is about you and the love and commitment you have with your FI. It's not about making everybody else happy, which is impossible to do anyway.

Yeah! Like they say, the good ones are either married, or gay! I guess he falls into the latter category. I kind of feel bad for him though as obviously he didn't feel comfortable discussing his personal life for many years, despite the rumours. Really, why do we care so much about this kind of stuff? IMHO, it really shouldn't matter.

Second time around for both of us, and a loooonnnnng time coming! THis will be our LAST!

Why is it that if we miss a dental appointment, with a legitimate reason too, we are charged for it, BUT if they make us wait or reschedule at the last minute (like when we just walked in the door), WE don't get to charge them for wasting OUR time Geesh.

I guess it would depend on how you have your hair done. If you have an intricate updo, it would be best to have the hair dresser put the flower in and the veil on before the ceremony. Afterwards, you can just remove the veil.

Yeah! It will be here before you know it!

Ditto, ditto, ditto! That dress looks like it was designed with you in mind. Perfect choice!

Great review! Thanks for posting.