Melidell

Those are gorgeous! I love the colours, and the sand dollar charm is a really nice touch. You did an amazing job with them- I just love the pocket fold invites and these are some of the prettiest I've seen so far!

I know what you mean- I want to get started ordering welcome gifts and favours, but I'm going to have to leave it for a bit. I think when I do order I'll just round up and order a few extras for any last minute people, but if I run out then-oh well!

Yes and yes, we're staying for a few more years at least (we actually like it here- which was a surprise) and it most definitely gets cold! Prince Andrew, hmm? I have an ex who went there but I won't hold it against you lol! My parents are from Kensington/ New London. Crazy small world! You wouldn't believe the number of Maritmers living up here- we joke all the time that we came all of this way just to end up hanging out with people from back home all the time! Is it like that for you guys too?

Crazy wind- as long as it's not a tornado! Would you rather gain five pounds right before the wedding, or wake up that morning with a huge pimple on the tip of your nose?

Like! Cleaning?

My parents are from PEI, but I lived in NS for years- finished high school there in Dartmouth(Cole Harbour High, baby) and University too-- Dalhousie. Lol at darkside- you know the only good thing about Dartmouth is the view of Halifax lol. My FI is from Canso, born and bred. We'll be in Halifax for a visit just before the wedding and we'll fly out of Halifax to Cuba with most of the family. We've been in the NWT for over two years now, so even November back home is sounding good to me at this point. I load up on seafood whenever I get home too!

pleads : sleeps

Yes- I've done it! Would you ever adopt a child?

Like! Swimming?

X-tra cheese- I don't eat pepperoni. Would you rather never being able to raise your voice or never being able to cry?

I have a few like this too! Unfortunately one is FI's dad, so that sucks. Another isn't even a relative but the live-in gf of one, and we aren't even close but she seems to feel the need to criticize everything from the choice of country (wtf- it's my wedding, it's my pick), to my choice of travel agent (because I picked my own and not someone she'd recommended) to my price (which is very reasonable, I'd shopped around a lot and no one else has a problem with it). As we're not close, I hear about all of her snarky remarks from others. I'm waiting for the day I hear anything in person (although I doubt she's that brave) because she will be told. She's such a trouble maker- I wish she'd just stay home but I know she'll go and complain all week to anyone who'll listen. I feel like having a classic bridezilla tantrum every time I think about it- you know, foot stomping, red face and shouting "It's MY wedding not YOURS" lol.

Quote: DW aren't all that stress free, I've realize that and finaly accept it lol!! Yes, I hear you! I've said it before and I'll say it again, whoever said destination weddings were stress free obviously never planned one themselves! We're still in the nag people stage, but I'm ready to just let them do what they want and see what happens!

Okay girls, I've been doing okay with the workouts- hitting the elliptical, but this weekend I have THREE, yes three, turkey dinners scheduled. Pray for me lol- probably gain ten pounds. Before we moved away from home I was worried about being alone on holidays but we can barely squeeze everyone in. Quote: NS Humidity = Alanis Morrisette's first album she didn't want anyone to know she recorded!! lol Big "early 90's" curl, oh yeah!! Ah yes, NS humidity, I recall it well. Straightening my hair was a chore, and it's not even that curly lol. One good thing about moving. Where are you from in NS, SuzyQ?

Love! Going out to eat?

Awww.. cute dogs everybody! I'll have to post some pics when I get home- any chance to show off my babies! Quote: I love that so many of you here have rescue dogs! I agree- it's nice to see. Our dog was just a baby when we took her, her Mom was rescued from a very sad situation (think well below freezing temps and no shelter, chained up outside) and she had her pups the very day after she was taken to the shelter. The poor puppies never would have made it if she hadn't been rescued! I'm so glad we adopted my dog and gave her a good home, she was a crazy puppy but is turning into an incredible dog- smart as a whip and extremely affectionate with humans and other animals. Anyway- that's my dog story for the day- I'd better quit now or I could go all day!

Oh- that really and truly is stressful. I hope your TA can work it out- who ever said that destination weddings were stress free must have been joking! Or just never planned one themselves. As for the bridesmaids dresses, I think that it may be time to (politely) light a fire under your girls butts. If they want to order something it could take 4-6 months, and then they may need alterations. You need to make them aware of this if they aren't already, and maybe try taking matters into your own hands and just schedule a day and time to get it done. If they aren't that keen on dress shopping (which is kinda sad, but not everyone is into it) maybe start using the phrase "lets get it over with" or something like that- basically let them know that you know it's a chore for them (guilt, guilt) but the sooner it's over, the sooner it's done? Good luck with everything, keep us posted.

Oh- wow, I totally understand why you are hurting. You are right- you are Mom and you've earned that title. I think I would feel the same way, and it does sound like you are trying your best to be fair to this other woman. I don't have kids, but I do know that nothing, nothing, nothing can replace your mother. My Mom is and always will be my Mom, and I'm sure that you are just as irreplaceable to your kids. You still have every reason to be sad about this, though. I don't want to diminish what happened, but could it have been a mistake? I work with kids and I get called Mom or their teachers names all the time, especially with the younger ones. I think, if you can do it in a very nice way and if you have that kind of relationship with your ex you might want to have a talk with him about titles for step parents. I know you're getting married too, so maybe you guys can agree about what step parents should be called so everything is consistent. If you feel comfortable, let him know that how you feel about being Mom, maybe tell him that she deserves her own title too? I would try to tackle this issue without discussing some of the other problems you're having with her, those should have their own talk maybe if they don't work themselves out. Hang in there, and good luck- I think you sound like you're doing a great job so far!

Quote: isn't it true that 2 dogs are easier than 1? we had our border collie first and she was a spaz.. as soon as we got the other one she calmed down and now they can entertain each other! I agree with this big time. My dog was a bit of a terror when she was a pup- she's a rescue dog with a bit of everything in her, mostly Rottweiller, Retriever and Husky from what we can tell. She's medium/big, about 65 pounds. Once we got our second dog (FI's pure bred St Bernard, he'd always wanted one) she got so much better. She was a lot less demanding, and she's not lonely anymore when we're at work. Only trouble is when they play around it's like World Wrestling championships in my living room, so needless to say any breakable items are up pretty high. They're like my children too- love them both.

Funny you should say that, SuzyQ, I've been thinking about putting a picture of my dress up in our (newly designated lol) exercise room for motivation! Thanks for the at work exercises- I'm at work now so maybe I'll give them a try. Hope my co-workers don't think I'm a crazy person (anymore than they already do, that is).

Hand... if it's my left, otherwise foot. Would you rather be allergic to sugar or salt?

Yes! What a cool experience- but maybe only for one night lol. Would you ever drive on an ice road?

Dislike. Crossword puzzles?

Quote: I think you should buy a blender, take it out of the box and wrap it up as the gift Lol... you're nicer than me- I was going to suggest that you take them at their word and just not get them anything but an (empty) card! Maybe wedding stress is getting to me and making me cranky, though, so take my advice with a grain of salt!

Like- (but I like big ones better!) Cats?

Oh- tough one. Lindsay Lohan- she might get herself together someday, maybe, but I think Britney is a lost cause. Would you rather have a nose job or boob job if you were forced to have one or the other?