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My FI has three kids - boy 9, girl 7, and boy 5. I really want them to be at the wedding, but have no idea how to get this done logistically. FI and I were thinking we would be there 11 days Sun to Wed with the ceremony on Fri. I would want the kids to be there from Thurs to Sun...that way FI and I can get the stuff done we need for the wedding without having them there and then we can stay for a little mini moon after everyone is gone. The kids' uncle would be in the wedding party, so getting them home on Sun wouldn't be a problem. The big problem is getting them there on Thurs and figuring out the room situation. For those that have kids or their FI/DH has kids...how did you make it work? Were they there with you the whole time? We were considering having them come to the legal ceremony at the court house instead of flying them down, that way they would still be part of the wedding. However, I feel like that is a crappy way out of the situation, but it would save us a lot of money and stress.

Perhaps you want to look for a resort that has an adults only section. That way the 16 yr old can still go but stay in the other section? As far as a resort that only does one or two weddings a day... what I would suggest is 1st figure out where in Mexico you want to go. Then you can search that area on the forum and see what resorts are there and what they offer. Good luck and happy planning!

Over water bungalows.... maybe check Honduras? I think I saw some pictures of a resort or two that had that. Other than that, just keep searching the forum. You never know what you will come up with Congrats!

You looked amazing, your dress was perfect! Congrats on being a Mrs.

Love your jewelry! So pretty Hope your day was amazing!

Any updates?

We were thinking before the DW. I'm also happy to see that it didn't take away from the ceremony with family and friends!

That is great news Congrats! I can't wait for mine... it isn't until next summer!

Congrats! I love Cabo If my family were closer and flights were cheaper that would've been my 1st choice!

Use the search function to look for both your resort options... it will help you find a lot of great information! Welcome and happy planning!

Welcome! Turkey, how fun Make sure you post updates, I'd love to hear how your planning and the big day goes!!

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Woohoo another 2011 bride! I'm bouncing between RM, DR, and maybe Honduras in April of 2011 Welcome, Congrats, and Happy Planning!!

Hi Ladies! I was just wondering if there was a DC metro thread...then POOF here it is! I'm from the Leesburg area, but work in Bethesda. Yes, it is a horrible commute, but thankfully I work early hours and avoid most of the nasty traffic! I am bummed I didn't find this thread earlier, I didn't know the ROTB was on the 31st! Oh well maybe next year

My family lives in Wisconsin and we live in Northern Virginia. Every year over summer we take a week and go back to visiti. Jack packed up the car for our trip by himself. I couldn’t understand why it was so important for him to do it alone; I was willing to help. He had everything smashed into the car so tight the three kids even had stuff by their feet. We had bought a hitch cargo carrier for this trip so we would have more room, and I couldn't figure out why he didn't use it. He got a little annoyed with me when I asked him to repack it using the hitch cargo carrier. I knew we would need the extra room to bring stuff back with us. After he insisted on repacking the car alone, we hit the road. On July 4th Jack, the kids, and I went up to watch the fireworks in Bailey’s Harbor, and then we shot off our own fireworks on the 5th at my parent’s house. On the 6th, I thought it would be best if the kids went to bed early, but Jack wanted to finish the last of the fireworks. We stay at my Aunt's cottage (really a house) on Lake Michigan because there is more room and it is right on the water with a beach! I was watching TV and Aiden (the oldest, 8 yrs old) came over to ask for something to eat. I told him to check with his Dad. He went up to find Jack setting candles up on the small deck off the master bedroom. He asked him what he was doing and Jack said it was a surprise for me. Feeling pretty special that he was in on the surprise, Aiden wanted to help. After a little while, he asked why it was a surprise for me. Jack showed him the ring and said he was going to ask me to marry him. Aiden was even more excited to be part of it. He helped finish setting up the candles and then came down to get me. He said that Daddy needed me upstairs right now. I was less than excited about having to get up and move. I started up the stairs... they curve around a corner so when I turned to go up the next flight... I saw candles. I couldn't believe Jack had those out and lit now! After all he was the one that wanted the kids to stay up. I followed the candles and they let me out on the small deck off the master bedroom. When I got out there I saw more candles lit in the shape of a heart on the table. Jack stepped out and held my hands. I could feel his hands were shaking and I could hear his heart beating! I knew what was happening.....I was completely shocked. I can’t remember much of what he said, but then he got down on his knee and asked me to marry him. I couldn’t really get much out other than “uh-huh†and shook my head! As he stood up to hug me, I noticed the kids were downstairs on the lower deck watching. Jack and I went down to get them and they were super excited. I said this means you guys are stuck with me, is that okay. They all said YES! Little did I know the reason Jack wanted to pack the car himself is because he had hidden the ring, the paperwork, and 5 dozen candles in the back!

I had a similar situation happen this week. Although, they were not professing their love for me. I know a lot of people disagree with this, but I think you are not truely "over" someone until you can be friends with them and know there are no feelings. I'm not talking about being friends with benefits or friends and still crush on them. I'm talking about straight up just friends. I have been able to do this (after some time...some much more than others) with my exs and it drives my FI crazy. Since I know it drives him nuts I haven't talked to them in years. This week... I got texts from TWO different exs! Pretty much the same texts...Hey is this still your number how are you...type stuff. I just ignored them because my FI and his feelings means more to me than staying in touch/being friends with my exs

It doesn't sound like you want it, so I don't think you should have it. After all, your wedding is about YOU and your FI...not about who can or can't make it.

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Umm that is a hard one and a very personal decision. It can be done, but it all depends on your budget. Do you think you would be happy with a smaller scale wedding or would you look back and wish you would've done those few extra things? Is your heart set on that date or could you push it back a couple months? a year? All questions that you and your FI would have to answer. We just bought a house in November 2008, and although I LOVE it. I kinda wish we would've rented a little longer to save up more money. Keep us updated on what you two decide

Congrats! The search function will help a lot. Also, your WC at Secrets might be able to give you the name of a limo/van service. Good luck and happy planning!

Wow it is coming up fast! Keep in touch and let us know how it goes

Very pretty! Gotta love sales Congrats!

You could do a court house wedding in the US and then have your ceremony in your original DW place Then you would have the best of both worlds! Either way, I'm sure it will be amazing!! Best of luck and happy planning.

Welcome and happy planning. I can't comment on the hotel, but we were in St. Thomas for a cruise and it was amazing!

Thank you! I looked at your site, it is so pretty Palmetto was one that I had looked at as well as Anthony's Key. I wish the Honduras resorts had the DR/Mex AI options. Seems like Honduras resorts have some sort of hybrid that doesn't really take away the need to budget while at the resort.