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Congratulations, Autumn. You did a wonderful job!! Thanks for sharing. I hope you have a wonderful time and wedding. Can't wait to see your pics.

I prefer Cabo, however, my daughter got married in PV and it was fun too.

Yes, I'm doing something special. My FI is a HUGE Chicago sports fan. I was going to have a groom's cake made in a design of something to do with the Cubs or Bears, however, we have a very small crowd and the wedding cake is more than we can handle. His birthday is the day after we arrive - and 2 days before the wedding. I'm having a cake made and delivered to the restaurant where we are having our welcome dinner as a suprise to him. It's going to be in the shape of the Wrigley Field sign. Here is a link that could possibly give you some ideas. Coolest Homemade Sports Cakes Photos and How-To Tips Good luck.

I'm getting married at the Hilton. I am using one of their wedding packages. After we signed, we realized that we could have gotten our own vendors. We actually got who we asked for but I think it would have been cheaper for us had we worked with the vendors ourselves. Our photographer will be Dino Gomez, solo guitarist is Alonso Acguirre, cake being made by Jennifer Hatton, to whom we are paying separate. Sorry that I don't know of the photographer or DJ you mentioned. Let us know how your trip goes next week. I'll be leaving the week after that for my wedding. I'm anxious to hear how the weather is at this time.

My situation is a little different than all of yours. We are older, with children and grandchildren. FI's daughter, son-in-law and grandaughter live in Phoenix, with his son and his family in California. I have a daughter and her family in California and another daughter (plus the rest of my family) in Houston. So, as you can see, we're spread out all over. We split up at Christmas time so that we can each be with our families and then we meet back up and spend the week between Christmas and New Year's with each other (off from work). It would be hard for me to not be with my family at this time. My mother is 85 and who knows how much longer she'll be around. Plus, FI's daughter isn't happy that he is getting married. I don't take it personal, which is the way that she directs it. She just doesn't want her father to be with anyone (her words). He is a widower. I certainly wouldn't turn down an opportunity to be with my family for someone like that. We're actually flying out of Cabo, after the wedding, to different locations. It's ok though - we always make up for lost time when we meet back up. I do understand your stress though. I have gone through it with my first husband and hope that I can be a good mother for my daughters and not give them any added stress.

Yes, Sunstarsmoon, I'm pretty excited about the wedding - and some fun in the sun. They're talking snow flurries in Dallas. Can you believe?

Congratulations and welcome to the Forum. I'm also a Cabo bride, however, we have chosen the Hilton. Someone that I have worked with in the past in Cabo for business purposes recommended Cabo Azul and said they had a beautiful chapel, however, she never sent me any prices. Sorry I couldn't be of more help. Good luck with your planning.

Cute. Dollar Tree has some good finds.

The dresses are beautiful and you'll look great in whatever you feel the most comfortable with. I agree to not let anyone change your mind when picking the dress that you love. I'm also an older bride - a big 56 here. I picked a V neck for myself, however, it's also a V in the back and came down too low for me, showing back cleavage, ugh, so when they cut the chifon off at the bottom to hem, they fixed it in the the back that it would drape over the exposed back. It turned out pretty nice. Good luck with your shopping and just remember that it is YOUR big day.

Congratulations, Autumn. It doesn't surprise me that your bags turned out so good. You did a great job. Best wishes for a wonderful wedding. Can't wait to see your pictures and your review.

You've got quite a selection of songs and artists. I love it. Good job!!

Thank you, Connie, and congratulations! My wedding is less than 3 weeks away at the Hilton and it's nice to know that all went well. Tathiana is also my WC. I haven't met her but she's been very responsive to my emails. Can't wait to see your pictures.

Thank you, but I'm already in a contract with Alonso Aguirre (through the Hilton) I emailed David some time ago but he never responded. I've actually heard Alonso before at the Hilton and he is the reason I decided on a solo guitarist. I'm excited.

Thanks for sharing. It would be good to share with our guests.

Girlietrigirl, did you need a wetsuit? My wedding is in 3 weeks, also at the Hilton. We were hoping to do a snorkeling trip but wasn't sure if the water would be too cold or not. Tathiana is my WC. I haven't met her yet but she's been good to work with via email.

What great friends. Glad you had fun.

They look great, Autumn. Thanks for sharing.

Congratulations. Hawaii is such a beautiful place, especially for a wedding. Best of luck with your planning.

Congratulations! Glad it went so well for you!!

Congratulations and welcome to the Forum. I've stayed there before. It's a pretty property.

Congratulations. I am not getting married at that hotel, but am in Cabo at the Hilton. I agree that it is beautiful. Good luck and happy planning.

No, I don't think it matters. My FI wanted a yellow gold band and mine is platinum with diamonds.

I agree. Pick what you feel good in. Your FI will think you're beautiful no matter what. He will be looking more at your beautiful face and smile than the dress.

Yep, me too, especially when FI is watching football. lol. I've slacked off just a bit since most of my wedding plans are finalized. Thank goodness. Now, I need to focus on Christmas since my wedding is a week and a half before and I won't be returning until 3 days before. Got to get my shopping done - but still find myself on this site a lot.

Cabo is my personal favorite, as you can see, I'm getting married there next month. I've been to both places but Cabo more times. My daughter got married in PV and it was fun and gorgeous, as well. You couldn't go wrong with either place. Good luck with your decision.