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Going with violinists so I am assuming we are all set. Anyone else considering this for the ceremony music?

Speaking of menus, for those of you who printed menus at secrets. Does anyone know if they have word installed on their PC that is available? By the way, thank you for mentioning it only prints in B&W. Did anyone do a tasting? Menu suggestions? How was the surf & Turf? Thai grouper?

Breach bride I think that's exactly what I'll do:)

Thank you!! I just need to calm down. This works just fine. I owe ya one

okay one last final stress.... I called the airline (Jet Blue) and they say no closets and I cannot hang it. It needs to go in the overhead bin. They recommended we get a shirt box for the dress. I just don't know. put it in a carryon or box? What are you ladies doing????

Girls, I really need to see pictures of beach ceremony set ups... any out there?! I don't know how to set up my maracas for people to take... Nicole

I am taking place card holders and maracas... I want her to set it up if possible, of course she isn't responding to my emails even though my wedding is in a week or so. I don't know why she is picking now. Anyway I want to relax when I get there. It so hectic right now I just want to be done. How much is the set up fee anyone know??? I am doing cocktails with apps... I think its totally worth it. People will be hungry and need entertainment while you take pics and they set up for dinner. Apps are sometimes the most memorable treats... ANyone doing extra desserts or a dessert table with the cake? xoxox Nicole

I just thought of something else, when we are all done with the ceremony and people put their shoes back on, do they just brush off their feet? Do we provide towels? Any advice? xoxoxo Nicole

Thanks CriCri definitely the first picture I have seen of any appetizers. We were thinking mexican as well. What did you choose for dinner? Does anyone have pictures of the reception at the gazebo? I had found one but I lost it and I am trying to figure out where everyone will be standing during our first dance. We will have the dinner pool side and use the gazebo as a dance floor. Where do you think everyone stands while you dance? thanks- Nicole

Thans beach bride. Would you ladies have everyone outside or inside the gazebo for your first dance if your reception is in the gazebo?

Hi all anybody serving the buffet dinner on the beach before the bonfire?

We got those comments too!! Like don't do this to us!! Lol. You can never make everyone happy. So make sure you and your man are! Xoxox

Okay wedding departure date is now 2 weeks exactly from today. I enjoy the excitement, but then recall all that I still have to do. My fiancé and I are taking dance lessons... just a little bonus we are enjoying together before we go. Our first song is a waltz. However she asked how much room we will have in the gazeb Does anyone happen to know about how big it is? It doesn't' really look like 30 people will fit in there! Dancing seems challenged. Can anybody help?

One last question, did anyone who has already married at the resort use the printer to make anything? We were thinking of printing our menus at the resort. Nicole

THANK YOU beach bride. Father of the bride wants to know:)

We are doing a Symbolic ceremony as well. We are writing vows... my fiancé really wants to speak from the heart. I am a little nervous about this... I suggest asking your planner who to go about it. I have no idea how long/short to make it, but I hear the ceremony is short. I will let you know if I find out anything else. Do you have any specific questions about it?

Hi Sharon, I know I have already commented on how great your welcome bags came out. Just wondering if you could possibly PM or email me with the welcome book you attached. I am a little blocked as far what to do there... or what to write [email protected] Quote: Originally Posted by Sharon99 I finally finished my bags & books. Was hoping to not wait until the last minute but with moving into a new house & wedding planning things didnt go my way! lol! I borrowed ideas from everyone on this site so I will also post the templates I used. If anyone has any questions or needs help with anything else just let me know. I bought white drawstring bags from Amazon. $2 something a piece. Most items were from Targets travel section. Inside I put in a zip lock bag: Travel Advil bottle w/10 pills a pack pepto band aid pack mini lint roller sunscreen aloe gum chap stick Custom Koozies bottle opener keychains crystal light individaul packs Welcome Books w/ itinerary, map of resort & thank you letter (excuse FIs feet, he was messy with tv equipment!) Name Tag for Bags Templates - Name tags: Oh sh*tlabel: Welcome Book: I didnt have time to get better bags & my label was too big to put over the top so I shoved it in the bag. Don't think anyone will care seeing as they will just rip off the oh shit label anyways...plus at this point I am over with the wedding details and just wanna get there!! On to the welcome books. I believe I used Mandys template (thank you!) The cover & last page are on a thicker cardstock and all the inside pages are on regular paper. I just punched 2 holes & tied ribbon. Inside pages Thank you letter to our guests Itinerary More info about the resort with a pic of us from the last time we were at the resort. Wedding dinner menu - not sure why I put this in here! Map of resort Spanish translation pages (3) Last page For my 3 bridesmaids I also include a clutchmakeup bag that I bought from Etsy, 5 Smashbox lip glosses, nail filer & clipper set, nail polish, purse hook & earrings Finished bags - Sharons OOT Tag Name Template.ppt ohshitkitlabel (1).docx Sharons Welcome Book.docx

Thanks for all the responses cri cri, very helpful

A small curiousity ... for anyone has been to the resort. How do we pay for things that are extra? Like special wines, spa appts... etc? Is linked to your room key? Do they accept cash? Nicole

2 weeks to go ladies... and I am litterally forcing myself not to freak out each day about all that I managed NOT to have down... shopping, packing welcome bags etc. bridal party clothing my accessories... I do have some questions for brides that have already married or are really close Did you buy special carry cases for your wedding dresses? Did you print off special menues? If so, did you now what you were eating ahead of time? Do you ladies think the bride or Maid need a bag/clutch for reception? I am thinking no Thanks for all your help so far!

I feel so presumptuous asking this, is anyone having a card collection area/gift area on table at their reception?? I am assuming I wont get any gifts such as in a traditional wedding because my guests are spending so much money to get there, but I just though I'd get your opinions on this. -Nicole

Hello all, I have been neglecting our blog! So sorry. Overwhelmed. Leaving for the wedding in less than a month and still no first song and a few other loose ends too... Like menus are you ladies planning on going to any trouble with guest menus for reception dinner? Nicole

That is a great idea since you paid for the flowers it is less wasteful to reuse them. Who delivered the flowers to your guests? Was there a fee?

CKRN simply gorgeous!!! my favorite picture is of you standing in front of your husband with the back of your dress blowing up in the air!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE.... I am going with turquoise too and was wondering what they could do! Looks gorge! Did you have to pay extra for any of that table setting? Nicole weddings is exactly 1 month from today YIKES

Thanks Cri Cri, I keep worrying the food at the wedding (that we pay extra for) won't seem different or special from what they can eat in the restaurants or buffet. Is there a buffet at this resort other than for breakfast? We would like to do the private dinner for 2 as well. would you recommend it? What did you think of the surf and turf? Did you do any type of rehearsal dinner with your guests?