Meyer2010

Quote: Originally Posted by SusieQ I feel pretty emotional these days too... FMIL was here on sunday and she had been away for 7 weeks, so a lot of planning had happened while she was away. Mark and i were trying to bring her up-to-date and she had comments for everything. It was just picky words but they were getting to me. One thing she bought up several times was, were just finalized our trips and the TA has to send us our travel details in the next few days. Mark and i are leaving 2 days before everyone else so FMIL is coming to stay with the kids and she needs to know "NOW" if we're leaving early morning or afternoon so she can be here for the kids and she won't come the night before if she isn't needed. We're 3 months away from leaving and we'll get those details, besides our kids are 15 and 20 they can manage a morning on their own. I just kept pouring my glass full of wine and smiling away. Meyer2010 I have been to frankenmuth 7 times and have never visited the Xmas store!!! Shameful!!!! I do love the outlet mall, the Guess store was my fave this year, I bought FI's daughter a Guess bag and flipflops, my son a few things and FI. Don't ask me how I checked the receipt when I left the store and I wasn't charged for the $106.00 bag or the flipflops which were about $30. She is getting the bag for xmas, i gave her the flipflops for her bday in July. So love "GUESS"!!!! And Girls!!!! Don't be fighten with ya boy!!!! We have only 3 months to go here. Take Care.... Oh SusieQ!! What a good FDIL you are! You kept your emotions to yourself!!! Wow, bravo!!! Oh wow.... The Guess store! I love that store along with GAP, Columbia, Ann Taylor, & Eddie Bauer. Nice job on the outlet shopping.. hee-hee! Next time you'll have to hit Bronner's.... It's so BIG!!! Good Night girls... ~ China Girl

Quote: Originally Posted by SusieQ I love this FEBRUARY BRIDES group... I say once our weddings are completely done, we should somehow meet somewhere in the middle. Wouldn't that be fun!?!?! ~ Erica You're too funny, I don't have a map infront of me, China, USA, Canada and UK I am trying to think what would be somewhere in the middle. lmao.... I do go to Michican every year for ball with my son, we have a tournment in Frankenmuth.... I love Birch Run!!!!!!! I really love the gals in this group, really down-to-earth and fun. Have a great day chickies Ohhhhh... Birch Run! What a great place, usually every year when the boys were hunting the girls would make an overnight trip to Frankenmuth to shop at Bronner's - World's Largest Christmas Store & Birch Run - Huge outlet mall. What good times and great shopping we had!!! ~ Erica

Quote: Originally Posted by svetayasofiya I think somewhere in the middle at this point would be floating in the Atlantic........ LMAO btw- just to update you girls... the FI has signed his passport application and I am popping it in the mail today! So need to snub me. I also got in touch with Ana last night and have started the process on our invitations. YAY Great job girl! Now give us the tracking number so we know you actually mailed it!!! Just Kidding! LOL vdaybride... hang in there! We've all been there! I agree with FutureMsMoulton...Make a prioritized list. Hang it on your fridge so your FI can see it too! When my FI asked me why I was so stressed out a few months ago, I made a list of all the things that needed to be done. Then I took about 4 of those things and signed them over to him (ex: GM clothes, DJ, friends that need to rsvp yet, GM gifts). He has 3 out of the 4 done now! I still have like 25 to do but I'm taking baby steps and my family in Michigan is really helping out too (I live in China). It all takes time! You can't get everything done in a week. Just pace yourself and know that things will fall in place and maybe reward yourself with a glass of wine when each task gets completed! ~ Erica

Quote: Originally Posted by SusieQ Welcome Futuremrsgoodrich, First welcome to the February group, it sounds like you have things in full swing for your wedding. Don't wait too long FI clothing, you may have to do returns if something doesn't fit. we are experiecing the same with no response from our WC, I also know that there is huge issues at our resort with staff changes and photographer problems. I am giving it another week and then I am going to speak up... When I get to the point that I have to speak up, let's just say, it won't be pretty. Good luck in your planning. LMAO!!!! SusieQ... you are too sweet, I can't possibly imagine a bad side of you!! My FI still hasn't had his clothes made, I'm not sure what he is waiting for!!! I had some sarongs made at the tailors last week and he barely looked at the Linen material for his suit! Hmmm... how do I get him motivated!?!? Oh dear! I love this FEBRUARY BRIDES group... I say once our weddings are completely done, we should somehow meet somewhere in the middle. Wouldn't that be fun!?!?! ~ Erica

Quote: Originally Posted by sperryman My wedding is March so hopefully you will be able to help me w few questions! Did you all arrange and pay the tab for tranpsortation to the airport from the hotel? Or is that included bc its a resort? Hello and Welcome!!! Our transportation was included in our AI price. Where are you getting married? ~ Erica

I'm sorry, but I think it's rude for your friend to interfere with your wedding plans. If they have been married for 10 years they should know better! If they want to renew their vows let them make their own plans. I would be so disappointed if one of my friends did this, it would be hard for me to tell them NO though. This is a tough question! Good Luck! ~ Erica

Another place I found these was on ebay... 100 Collapsible CAN COOLERS Koozie Drink Beer Foam BULK - eBay (item 170372557125 end time Nov-13-09 12:12:09 PST) 100 koozies for $83.00 and FREE SHIPPING! Not bad. Check them out!! ~ Erica

Quote: Originally Posted by rach220 This was my bouquet...peonies, roses, and orchids. It sounds like you're looking for more of the hot pink color in it, but maybe this will help! Good luck! Love your bouquet!

Hmmm... I just got an email back from him and he said he got some new photo equipment.... so now he is even better. ha-ha! I just have to show his website to my FI for his final approval... hee hee! ~ Erica

Quote: Originally Posted by futuremrsgoodrich Erica, Where did you get your can koozies? I am looking for them and cant find them for under 3.00 (personalized).. any suggestions? Alison Hey Alison! These are our koozies. I got a really good deal from the supplier my company uses for promotional items. But, since we use them alot I'm guessing that is how I got such a great deal - but we did have to buy 200 of them! We plan on using some at our AHR too! I would suggest going to these places: Collapsible Koozie in koozie (Item No. 356 from only 59¢ ready to be imprinted by 4imprint Promotional Products (200 min) Collapsible Koozies, Custom Printed beer koozy, can coolers, Personalized koozy (100 min) Collapsible Pocket Koozies | major event koozies. (12 min) Good Luck! ~ Erica

Quote: Originally Posted by autjo They turned out fab! I"m working on mine this weekend and can only hope they look as good as yours Oh I bet they will turn out GREAT!!! They are easy to apply! Don't forget to post pics when you are finished! ~ Erica

Quote: Originally Posted by Tam Erica, where did you buy the rhinestones? Michaels, Party Packagers? They look awesome. I actually bought them off ebay... But, I think you can find them at any craft store. Good Luck! ~ Erica

Congrats! That is great news! Hope you have an excellent wedding!

Quote: Originally Posted by future_mrs2010 totally love them!!! totally cute!!! what a great price! Thanks! My FI isn't too crazy about them because he said nobody will wear them again... I think they will! Hmmmm... maybe he is just jealous I didn't make him one! Ha-ha!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by KRama I love the door hanger idea. One question, probably a dumb one but I guess I'm not criminal minded enough to know...what would be the security issues of having your name on your door? Good question! We have about 4 single people in rooms, one of them being my 21 year old sister. I don't want people knowing they are staying alone. I heard the idea from another bride on here. We know our resort is safe but we don't want to take any chances. Another thing we were told is it isn't a good idea to single out the bride/groom too. Because people think that the bride/groom will have lots of money and wedding gifts in their room. It's also a good idea to have a lock to lock your valuables in your suitcase when you aren't in your room! ~ Erica

I just finished my 2nd DIY Project! I bought rhinestone iron on's off of ebay and bought the tanks on old navy's website (end of summer sale). The tanks were $3.50 each Rhinestones were $2.50 each Grand Total for project = $42.00!!! They were so easy to do and I'm very happy they turned out so nice! ~ Erica

Hello Kiwibride! Just keep your bags simple and you won't go overboard! I planned on making about 40 of the OOT bags but realized that each couple just needed 1. You can double up the items you put in there and start making a list of what you want to include. This is what I am including: Hand sanitizer Sunscreen Can coozies Tissues/wetwipes Luggage tags Stadium cups Bead Necklaces Visors Sarongs Inflatable beach balls w/beachsafe container Foam door hangers Maracas w/tags Tip/keycard holders with coiled bracelets Ibuprofen/Tum's/Band-aid's Good Luck! ~ Erica

Hi, I'm waiting for my WC at my resort to tell me if they have fushcia or not. I"m waiting for her reply email. I'll let you know, if you get a buyer before that then go for it! Thanks! ~ Erica

Quote: Originally Posted by flipflop.tee I just ordered my Real Touch Flowers as well and I'm soo excited! My wedding package just comes with a brides bouquet and Groom's bout so for me to just order these and bring them with me I know exactly what I am getting and NO WILTING! Flowers start wilting very fast in the heat down south so I know my flowers will be nice and perky the whole day...and after. I think they will look nice in a vase in our powder room after we come home as well. I figure I can use the real flower bouqet for my tosser, so my bouquet doesn't get ruined. They recommended I just throw them in my suitcase since all you have to do to them is fluff and go...or we can throw them in our dress bags which are going into the plane's closet carry on. Love your flowers! I am having the green cymbidium Orchids in my bouquet too! I agree with the wilting too, I want flowers that will always look fresh and fool everyone to thinking they are real! Nice job! ~ Erica

I'm interested in the sashes if for some reason things don't work out with the other bride. Thanks! ~ Erica

Quote: Originally Posted by CherylMc Where can you buy the door hangers? Very cute! I bought them at OTC (Oriental Trading Company), I also bought the brads from them too. The foam door hangers come in a variety of celebrations (birthday, luau, fiesta, etc.) they also come with foam letters that have adhesive backs on the letters. Good Luck! ~ Erica

Congratulations and welcome to the forum! Good Luck and Happy Planning! ~ Erica

Thanks for the feedback girls. I think I might create more with Spanish phrases.. like "Ay Carumba"! This has been a fun project!!! ~ Erica

Hello SuperKate! Yes, I am using them as well. Things have been very smooth for me! My TA emails me all the time giving me updates and is very helpful. I know some brides have used this company and haven't had good luck. I think it all depends on what TA you get. Good Luck! ~ Erica

Wow... lulucarmen should be very ashamed!