LadyTrunck

Luckkeeee! My first choice for the Hmoon was Thailand, but FI wanted to save that for a later trip. We finally agreed on Italy though. Not too shabby! Let us know which you pick!!

Thought I would post a few pics. Below are my table decorations, decorated fans, and bouquet inspiration. Others to come with be personalized maracas, and a few other details! Love the color combo!!

I read tylersgirl review, and she recommended this company- said they were great! :::::::::: CATAMAYA ::::::::::

Welcome and happy planning!!

Paige- thanks! They are separate vases, and see below- when you put them together, they form a wavy line. They look so much better in person! Got them from Ikea (I heart Ikea!) They were only 1.99 each, and the votives were only .49 each. You can also turn the votives upside down and they hold candlesticks. Not sure if I want to utilize that or not.... I'm taking the candles down myself...Post pics of your invites! Shellk- 3 hours of ironing!? You are a trooper girl! But best to be prepared for sure. The countdown is on!! Welcome fsuambs!! It's always so exciting to have a new bride!! I am working with Wendy Hicks, from Wright travel. She is a BDW travel agent. Her info is on our website- ryanandjannae.com under 'Travel Info' She is AWESOME!!! I cannot say enough nice things about her. Good luck!

I think you have every right in the world to be upset at this. One of my biggest pet peeves is when people bail with no call, no reason, etc. It makes me feel like they think their time is more valuable than yours- I mean, you are sitting there the whole time wondering where she is, if she is ok, etc. My best friend called me yesterday, almost in tears, telling me that she cannot make it to the wedding. I totally understand- she has had a lot of $$ problems lately. But she absolutely promised me that she would be there for my bachelorette party, which is in Denver, and she lives in San Diego. That meant so much to me, knowing that she doesn't have a lot of cash right now, that she would make that effort. To me, that is how a friend does things. I would talk to her and let you know how you feel. I think it will make you feel a lot better, and to get a perspective on where her head and heart are at...hope it all works out for you!!!

ohhhhhh Torywedd---- that dress is freaking fabulous! Perfect for you. You look wonderful in it!!

GASP! I agree with Scubadiva and vdaybride. Do everything you can to make sure alterations are free. So sorry this happened to you, it is very frustrating! I think my blood pressure rose just reading your post...

Hi Ladies! I have read about 10 pages of this thread, and really need something to tone up. I could definitely lose a couple lbs, but mostly need toning. This may have already been answered, so I'm sorry about that. I have a question for the experts. Will I be able to do this with my level of fitness? I'm going to be completely honest *blushing* I haven't worked out in about a month in a half, but before that I was working out very steadily with weights, cardio, yoga and pilates. I still get a super little workout with my dog walking, but that's been about it. I hear about how much people are so so so sore and am curious how this workout achieves this at home? I guess I've just been a gym person, so I'm a little confused...Any advice is appreciated!! I'm so happy to see all of the great results everyone has had! Note: just tried on some bikinis to see where exactly I was at. Not pretty.

Like the other brides above said-- do some searching. There are different price points, and different styles. I have Elizabeth Medina for the wedding and Cecilia Dumas for my TTD. Good luck!!

It's a gorgeous dress-- I see also that you found the 'knockoff' thread. I know some girls have had success doing that, some have not. Good luck!

Awwwwwww Zsa Zsa is precious!!

*bump* I love this thread! My FI is always saying the absolute cutest things to me. It's really just how he speaks to me all the time and I love love love it! This was a more recent quick email (our pet name for eachother is 'Snake'...I know, weird): Hi love! You are so so obsessed with the wedding - I love it! Our new plan has to happen. We need to get in great shape and get healthier! I love you so very much! you are truly everything to me! I loved the weekend with you snake - you are the best!

It is amazing how this forum brings us all together. People from all over the world, supporting and giving advice. I too, have been very concerned and having her on my mind. We are here for you sweetie!

Haha Shellk! I think my little 5 lb puppy would not do much good. Trust me, I have thought of it! Massages and yoga are a wonderful idea! I think I’m going to try both this weekend. I usually heart yoga, but haven’t done it in awhile. Mmmmm hot yoga sounds good right now…. Wow Sapphire- It’s good to know that I’m not the only one that suffers the bad commute. It has been only an hour lately because the college is not in session. Come a couple of months though, and I’ll be looking at anywhere from an hour -2 ½ on bad days! It is the worst isn’t it!?? I am the same with stretching during the day. I have actually set up my outlook to send a pop up every few hours to make me do it. Interesting Becks--- I’ll definitely look into it. I’m glad you are feeling better. Sorry to hear about the layoff dana! Thanks for the hugs and encouragement I will start doing EVERYTHING that everyone suggested. Anything to get rid of this. HUGS BACK!

Kimmy- congrats on the degree! Also to all of the other girls in further education. That is awesome. Takes a lot of work! Yeah, I think I’m going to not do the bows….. the beach and flowers should do the trick just fine! I totally agree with Jen, Shellk!! Tired + Alcohol= extra loopy and less $$ on drinks  have a blast!!! Thanks for the info, Lisa- I have been totally stressing about that. It completely eases my mind… Jrb- I was thinking the same thing about the time in between---- my ceremony is at 5pm, then if our dinner is not until 845---- people are going to be hammered, kids will be tired, etc. BUT- maybe we can do the cocktail hour, people can go freshen up, relax, work up an appetite. Don’t worry- I’m sure everything will work out fine. I’m not sure how many weddings they do in a day….a couple I think…

Voted! Gorgeous!!

I like ebony best. They give a sexiness- remind me of salsa shoes--why don't you dye them before the wedding in one of your colors? I'm doing fuschia shoes w/ my white dress. Luck!

I know Dr. said that it's a common problem, especially with my commute and definitely in my line of work. They both said that I'm doing everything right, and it's just something I have to deal and work with. So disheartening! They also prescribed physical therapy, so I hope that helps. My insurance is going to get a workout with PT, massage, and meds!! Haha- poor FI is going to get carpal tunnel massaging me so much. Also- I am blessed to lead a very stress free life- so that can't be the issue. Thanks for listening!

I totally appreciate that Annabanana- but that was another thing that the Dr's said that I was doing right. Years of my Grandmother pushing my lower back in, shoulders back, chin up.... I used to hate it but now I'm grateful! I have also changed my chair at work, and have a lumbar support attachment. Sheesh!

Thanks JNagan! I think that's exactly what I needed to hear. I was leaning towards none, but then kept seeing all of these pics with them. The beautiful backdrop of the ocean is the best decor I could ever hope for. And you're right--- you don't even know how much I've edited stuff because I know I never remembered any of it from previous weddings!!! Good luck on the dress shopping!!!! I went in to try on ONE dress. Then ended up with a style that I totally thought I would never get (strapless, lace, train...) I don't know why, but I was SO nervous when I went! Hopefully, you're experience will be 120% better than mine. But hey- I found the perfect dress! Let us know how it turns out.

Oh no sungoddess! I am so sorry that it worked out that way hope you can work it out!!

Thanks so much vdaybride-- I have tried those, and you are right- they work great. I need to pick some more up! I hope your pain also gets better!!

Sorry, but I really have to let it out.....I commute about an hour each way every day, and have a desk job. My ergonomics are perfect, I stretch during the day, I walk on my breaks. However, my mid-upper back, shoulders, neck has been KILLING me these past two weeks!! It started gradually a few months ago, and it has been so unbearable the past two days I have not gone to work I went to two different doctors yesterday, and today, and they both did the same thing. Strong ibuprofen 3x a day and muscle relaxers. While it helps, it is just frustrating that it is not a permanent fix. I have some more weight to lose with toning, and working out seems like it would be hell right now. I'm so frustrated- but trying not to be to stress my back--- but I cannot help it....Just a side note: we live this far from my job because FI works LONG hours and on the weekends, and I felt that it was worth the sacrifice to live closer to his work so we could spend as much time together as possible. He has tried to get us to move closer, but it just cannot happen right now.......Dear, Dear, FI. He is an angel. I really just had to throw myself a pity party, I'm sorry!! But I know that my BDW girls just always have encouraging words

Don't feel stressed Paige- I totally understand where you're coming from, and I feel that if I can just do a little here and there, it will all get done. I just did about 10 more luggage tags tonight! I am bringing my table decorations, which are a bit heavy: but the fam will help with transport. The biggest concern for me, is that we're putting LED lights inside the vases to light them up, and those have to be put together right before the set up. Don't know if I can ask the resort to do that! I'll also have maracas with guests names as place settings, and a personalized hot sauce bottle for each couple....... Also, for the ceremony, I have fans to put on the chairs, and I'm still considering chairbows..... I think they're super cute, but I have also seen beach weddings with only flowers and chair covers, and it's simple elegance. Oh why do I put so much thought into these things!??! I feel like I'm going to look back at this and realize how silly I was to be stressed over nothing.... Last- I went back to read Desiree's (TylersGirl) review and she mentioned that the staff did the chairbows and fans for her. SO maybe we'll be ok opinions ladies---- chairbows for the beach or no? This is my inspiration, I like this knot because it's not a 'bow' and they would be fuschia with a diamond pin in the middle....or nothing.