LadyTrunck

How will I not cry: through the whole ceremony!

Everyone is losing weight! Congrats to everyone! Even though I am down 1.5 lbs from last week, I have been fluctuating between about 2.5 lbs for several weeks now. I know it's normal to fluctuate, but I want to do it at a lower number! So next week I'm hoping to break that barrier....

Everything looks so fab! Your dress is beautiful, your pics are great-- and THANKS again for the cake topper inspiration! I'll post as soon as I get the final pics

Quote: Originally Posted by nsbride2010 My guilty pleasure is fast food: McDonald's, Wendy's, KFC, etc. I love it all! I will go all next week without any of it (since I usually allow it once per week). I'm under a lot of stress right now, my grandfather is extremely sick and isn't expected to make it past the weekend. I'm sure it is going to reflect on the scale tomorrow, as stress always does! I’m so sorry to hear about your Grandfather! It is so very hard to lose someone you love

I'm happy because we ordered FI's suit last night, and I got the initial proof pics of our custom cake topper!!

FI and I started a challenge for ourselves this week that will last through next week. No alcohol whatsoever. We’re going to meet the FIL’s in Palm Springs in two weeks, and I need my swimsuit to look better!! It is easy during the week, but when the weekend comes, it will be harder……..

Thanks for the honeymoon link Samira! I'm going to make that my mission to do this weekend. I cannot believe the inconsistencies of this resort. So frustrating. I have an email not from Ael, but the first contact gal that says if the photog is a guest, no fee applies. I would love to hear how it goes Sammysgirl, with you not saying anything about yours! I would be more willing to do that, but ours is only staying the night... confused and a little pissed.... I already had to pay more per night for her only staying one night. Oh well, as you said Samira, wedding=money.

Quote: Originally Posted by elifrigo Hello Girls! I just found a great article on "How to Alleviate Water Retention During Your Period" I hate everymonth when I weight myself and I'm 5lbs heavier due to my period. Hopefully this will help! How to Alleviate Water Retention During Your Period | eHow.com Thanks Eliana! I swear I'm that girl that get's like 5 lbs added during the period. So does anyone ever come home from work and is just SO tired that you go straight to nap? I did that last night, napped from about 530-800 and when I woke up had NO energy to workout or even really eat... I feel great today, so I know I'm not getting sick... this seems to happen once a month or so. Sleep habits are consistent- no extra stress at work. IDK!

We hadn't planned on registering, mostly since we plan on moving back to Denver soon, and we have no space right now, but people have asked so we're registering for honeymoon $$. I think we're using honeyfund.com. We haven't done it yet though- so we probably should get on it! **so funny Samira- I was typing this the same time as you! I will check out your site too, since we haven't decided yet. Any reason that you chose them? And we too, are going to Italy for ours! We're waiting a bit, because of the move. I can't wait to hear about your trip!!

LeAnne, that's a great idea to bring something healthy. At my job, different departments have days of the week where do a potluck thing. I noticed that mine was starting to talk about it, and I'm such a debbie downer with food here, so I suggested a salad club. It's a hit! We do it every Wednesday (today, yay!) and everyone brings an ingredient. It's really yummy, and I can choose to not have the cheeses and fatty dressings. Had a great workout last night- I really REALLY need to start drinking more water TODAY.

OMG Aisha what a cutie pie!!

Quote: Originally Posted by stachr Well the coworker who put together the pizza and cake thing just came to me and said "Is there something wrong?". I was like no, i'm fine. She says "well you're not having pizza or cake tomorrow". I was replied with "Listen, I'm getting married on the beach in November, I dont need to say anything else" haha that was the end of story. I hope I don't give in and have any. You know what I do when I eat bad and Im feeling horrible. I go home and exercise it off. I've had a run in with several co-workers over this!! I unfortunately had to put my foot down in a rather aggressive way and tell people to stop putting candy and pastries on my desk- AND I still get comments on what I eat at work.... Quote: Originally Posted by Oryx Kudos to you for resisting the temptation! I know that I would have to remove myself from the situation as well. And that reminds me of that FitBitch blog: FitBitch. It's pretty funny, if you haven't seen it. That girl is always dodging unhealthy coworkers and their junk food, lol. Ah! Have to check this out!!

Quote: Originally Posted by sunstarsmoon I have so many temptations during the day. I run a homedaycare in my house. I try to feed the kids healthy but they are so darn picky! I find it very hard not to just eat the hotdog etc that I make them for lunch its just so much easier! But I am being strong. OMG I used to be a nanny and it is SO hard not to have chicken nuggets and stuff! Thankfully, my employers were pretty health nutty, so I always had another option in the house! Quote: Originally Posted by Oryx cardio and some sporadic free weights at the gym in my condo. Trying to work out at least 4x per week. This is pretty much my plan too- but throwing in a couple of pilates DVDs, walking the dog, extra ab work. I would do hot yoga if I could find someone to pay for me! haha Oh- and the race that I was 'training' for- I've been running for my cardio, but haven't been doing good at my long runs. Thankfully, while Bay to Breakers is an organized run, you can walk, dress in costume, drink and party along the way! I'll have to do all of the above, minus the drinking!

Shopping: need to go

Welcome! Check out our RPRM brides thread! It is super long, but there is a TON of info there.

Argh sammysgirl what happened!? So sorry!!

Everything looks fabulous!!! I hope younhave a wonderful trip- will be waiting for pics!

Thanks Nicola and Samira! I love those shoes Nic- they are super cute and you're right, the perfect happy medium. I hope you end up finding them in your size!

Thanks for the info Dana! Poor FI is sad. I keep telling him that we’ll rarely be in the room- but I think he gets self imposed anxiety when he’s without internet!! Thanks Paige! Yeah, I decided to get a second dress for TTD because I want to try and sell my dress when we get back for our honeymoon fund. I have heard over and over that the session actually makes your dress cleaner, etc- but mine has a ton of beading and lace that I feel is very delicate- I didn’t want to risk it! It was also a way for me to have my cake and eat it too by getting both dresses that I loved (in a way).

Our Anniversary: Go on a date

And Christina- your dress is gorgeous!

Thanks ladies! I do have hope- and I'm such a pic whore- I OF COURSE will post as soon as I have them

I got my TTD proof pics today- I got my 2nd dress choice made as a knockoff for the TTD- not AT ALL perfect- but I emailed gianini with my concerns. But as FI said, it's something that I will literally wear for an hour- it's fine!

Nada in my area either- darn!

OH my I'm in love with this!! Wish I was this talented!