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I don't think I'd handle that well at all haha! Glad it worked out for you though [emoji5]️ @@calgarybride2015 !! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Hello ladies! Just thought I would share a post of how I made my brooch bouquet; since I've had some interest [emoji4] First I went to Michael's and bought an angled foam holder with plastic handle, just so it was easier to decide the shape! I then picked on of my bigger pieces to start with and build around; I tested each piece before I secured it to make sure I like how it looked [emoji38] From there I just moved out adding pieces here and there; sometimes filling gaps with smaller pieces! I added the ivory flowers to add the ivory from my dress. Didn't put too many in since it is a brooch bouquet lol! I then added dangling beads as well as the fake purple flowers in behind to hide all the wire [emoji4] I then added the ribbon around the bottom to hide all wires and to finish it off (the beads are hanging sideways because it is on its side haha) [emoji5]️ P.S I pre wired everything before I started putting it all together! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Holy!!! [emoji16][emoji15][emoji16] I couldn't even imagine! I was in contact with Nekeisha over a year and a half ago! At first her emails were maybe once to twice a week, now it's 2-4 times a week depending on how many questions I think if that week [emoji13] @@calgarybride2015 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Yea I think they bump you up in priority the closer to your wedding [emoji4] I've had a personal WC from the very start LOL! Didn't realize some resorts assign them later? I would be way more stressed if that was what they did to me! @@calgarybride2015 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I just love my engagement ring! (Just caught the light and had to take a pic [emoji7]) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

My FI and I knew before we were even engaged that we wanted to do a destination wedding [emoji4] And since we live in Canada weddings can be extremely expensive around here; anywhere from 20k-150k for all expenses around here! It also gave us a chance to have a 2 week vacay [emoji38][emoji267]!! First week with family and friends then the next just the 2 of us [emoji5]️ Everyone loved the idea as well so that really sealed the deal! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Yes!! Definitely do that! I've had mine with the date from the start [emoji4] hopefully that helps a bit!! Could always try resending the emails a few days later if you don't hear back? @@veryvalentine Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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Really?! Holy! Mine was like that probably 6-7 months before our wedding but least last few months responds almost immediately [emoji1] maybe the closer to the date the more responsive yours will become? @@veryvalentine The struggle is real [emoji13] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I have a 500 page notebook dedicated to my checklists, guest list, need to do's, what is already set in stone and so on! My advice is stay in contact with your WC at least 2-3 times a week! Nekeisha and I talk at least that amount if not more about my plans and ideas [emoji1] I'm not saying I have absolutely everything planned to a T but it's as close as I can get it living in Canada with a wedding in Jamaica [emoji13] I'm also going to print off everything I have and color code it in a binder based on vendor, receipts and WC plans [emoji5]️ And packing early is a very good idea! Also let's me know if I need more luggage or space for other things! @@veryvalentine Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Our dinner is actually served by waiters al la carte...so all guests get to pick whatever they want off of the steakhouse menu for dinner. We will actually be waited on instead of just food placed in front of our guests [emoji5] @@TAkathy ️ Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I actually felt more overwhelmed 2 weeks ago when I didn't have the DJ fully booked!! But now things seem to be settling into place nicely [emoji5]️ It really helps to read previous brides testimonials; helped me relax a bit more haha! Thank you @ [emoji4] I can't wait to see how it all turns out!! Just need to talk with the florist and print off all and any email correspondences [emoji16] and pack haha!! Need to make sure I have everything together and pick up my dress; as well as buy a few more bathing suits [emoji13] still figuring out music as well!! Any ideas for bridesmaids and groomsmen walking down the aisle haha?? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I've been planning for so long it's hard to believe it's almost here!! [emoji1] @ Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I'd almost rather do the bikini wax instead of eyebrows LOL! Eyebrows are tender! @@TinkerSofi [emoji16][emoji38] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

For me it's the opposite! There are people in my life who have never seen me cry (can't cry when you're a cowgirl [emoji15][emoji12]) and I don't know if I'll be able to hold it back at my ceremony!! I'm definitely not one to cry (didn't even cry when I broke my arms!) so this could get interesting LOL! @@TinkerSofi Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

All our guests already have bubbas lol since most guests were at my FI sisters wedding in Jamaica 3 years ago haha! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I wanted to incorporate a bit of the beach and to thank everyone for taking the time to support us [emoji4] so I took bits and pieces from different ones I read online and made it more our own [emoji4] incorporating the guests was something I found online too, and thought it was a super cute idea! [emoji5]️ Thank you so much! @@calgarybride2015 I was a little nervous it wouldn't sound very good! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Bikini waxes aren't bad ladies!! Went for a trial one to see and it literally didn't hurt! Feels way less than eyebrow I found, and definitely not as bad as legs LOL!! @@kcole123 @@pddcmc Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

This is what I think we will have said for our ceremony: Ceremony/vows Izabella & Jordan May 6th,2015 Opening We are here today to participate in a most joyous occasion; to celebrate one of the greatest moments in life, by acknowledging the wedding of Izabella and Jordan. This beautiful setting should remind us that, like the ocean, human life is an ebb and flow- The life of the spirit and emotions- moves in cycles. To be in a relationship does not guarantee an eternal summer. To make a sincere and honest commitment does not promise, an end to all struggle. What a good relationship does offer, much like this ocean, is the opportunity for renewal. It recognizes the abiding, shared hope that after every fall and winter, spring and summer will come again. On behalf of Izabella and Jordan, I welcome you and thank you all for gathering here on this beautiful day to witness their marriage ceremony. The fact that you all have travelled such a great distance to be here today is a testament to the amazing amount of love and support they have. Many of you have given them much happiness, love, warmth, and guidance through the various stages of their lives. They would like to sincerely thank you all for being here to celebrate their big day. A special and respectful acknowledgement must also be made to those friends and family members who were unable to attend, or have passed on, but whose spirit remains alive and strong in all our hearts. I have also been asked by Izabella and Jordan to thank their parents for the wonderful lives they have given them, for the hard work and guidance they have provided, for their everlasting love, support, and encouragement. It is from them that they have learned the true meaning of love, friendship and family. Ceremony The marriage between Izabella and Jordan does not mark the beginning of a new relationship; rather, it is an acknowledgement and celebration, of a relationship that has been flourishing since they met. Marriage has been described as living in love with your best friend. Love is one of the few constants in the universe. It is reality, affinity, and communication. Only love is capable of joining living beings by their deepest essence, uniting, completing, and fulfilling them. You have chosen to walk through life together. There is no truer statement of love. The choice was not made by any one moment, but by being together you grew to realize that you belonged together and that you fulfilled each other’s needs. You have come to thrive upon each other’s presence, loyalty and wisdom. The foundation of your love is profound friendship. A friendship you have nurtured until at last you realized that you wanted to be together always. The commitment you make today will be the foundation on which you will build your life together. Izabella and Jordan would you please face each other and join your hands. Vows Izabella, as I say these words, would you please repeat after me… I love you, Jordan. You are my best friend. Today I give myself to you in marriage. I promise to encourage and inspire you, to laugh with you, and to comfort you in times of sorrow and struggle. I promise to love you in good times and in bad, when life seems easy and when it seems hard, when our love is simple, and when it is an effort. I promise to cherish you, and to always hold you in highest regard. These things I give to you today, and all the days of our life. I am forever yours……faithfully. Jordan as I say these words, would you please repeat after me… I love you, Izabella, You too are my best friend. Today I give myself to you in marriage. I promise to encourage and inspire you, to laugh with you, and to comfort you in times of sorrow and struggle. I promise to love you in good times and in bad, when life seems easy and when it seems hard, when our love is simple, and when it is an effort. I promise to cherish you, and to always hold you in highest regard. These things I give to you today, and all the days of our life. I am forever yours……faithfully. The Rings Izabella and Jordan, your rings are intimately associated with your intent to honor and treasure the vows you have made today. By exchanging rings, resolve to live your vows and not to let them drift in shallow promises. Believe and trust that the words you have spoken have the capacity to create the marriage, family and life of your dreams, and that the rings you exchange will have the power to return you to your vows. Jordan as you place this ring on Izabella's finger please repeat after me… Izabella, I give you this ring, as a sign of our marriage, and a lasting reminder, of the vows made between us today. I give you this ring, as a reminder that I will love, honor, and cherish you, in all times, in all places, and in all ways, forever. Izabella, if you accept please say I do… Izabella as you place this ring on Jordan's finger, please repeat after me… Jordan, I to give you this ring, as a sign of our marriage, and a lasting reminder, of the vows made between us today. I give you this ring, as a reminder that I will love, honor, and cherish you, in all times, in all places, and in all ways, forever. Jordan, if you except, please say “I Do”. HAND CEREMONY Izabella and Jordan, before you met, your lives were on separate roads… each going in different directions and seemingly leading to different destinations. But somewhere along the way, through some twist of fate, you met, became friends, and fell in love. Today, you find yourselves standing here together at the start of a new path, promising to forever join your separate journeys into one. Izabella, please hold Jordan's hands palms up, so you may see the gift that they are to you. These are the hands of your best friend, young and strong and vibrant with love, that are holding yours on your wedding day, as he promises to passionately love you and cherish you through the years, for a lifetime of happiness. These are the hands that will work along side yours, as together you build your future, as you laugh and cry, as you share your innermost secrets and dreams. These are the hands that will countless times wipe the tears from your eyes: tears of sorrow and tears of joy. These are the hands that will massage tension from you neck and back in the evenings after you’ve both had a long hard day. These are the hands that will comfort you in illness, and hold you when fear or grief engulfs your heart. And these are the hands that when wrinkled and aged will still be reaching for yours, still giving you the same unspoken tenderness with just a touch. Jordan take a look at the position of your hands with Izabella's; and know this will be the last time you have the upper hand. Jordan would you please hold Izabella's hands palms up so you may see the gift that they are to you. These are the hands of your best friend, smooth, young and carefree, that are holding yours on your wedding day, as she promises to passionately love you and cherish you through the years, for a lifetime of happiness. These are the hands that will hold you in joy, excitement and hope each time she tells you that you are to have another child; that together you have created new life. These are the hands that will hold you tight as you struggle through difficult times. These are the hands that will comfort you when you are sick, or console you when you are grieving. And these are the hands that will give you support as she encourages you to chase down your dreams. Together as a team, everything you wish for can be realized. Commitment of family and friends Ladies and Gentlemen, Izabella and Jordan have demonstrated in your presence today, their belief in their love, and their desire to live together in matrimony. If you also believe in their love, and wish to add your blessing on their marriage today, please respond now by saying……………WE DO And are you all willing to sustain and strengthen this marriage, by giving Izabella and Jordan the public commitment of your love and support, through all the ups and downs ahead of them…If you are willing, please say……….WE ARE Pronouncement Now that you have joined yourselves in marriage, may you strive always to meet this commitment, with the same spirit and positive energy you are now showing. We all bear witness to this ceremony you have just performed, and this bond that has been formed today can be broken by none. With friends and family, along with the sun, the moon, and the sea, I have the pleasure as your officient today, on May 6th,2015 of announcing the two of you by those old and respected names, Husband and Wife! Ladies and Gentlemen, Family and Friends I give to you, Mr. And Mrs. Jordan Davidson, you may now kiss the bride!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I think I may have to practice a bit because even when I read what I think I'm using for the ceremony I tear up!! [emoji4] I should post it on here to see what you ladies think! @@calgarybride2015 I've clipped and pieced it together from other things I've read and changed some things to match us [emoji4] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I'm doing a "sit where you like" at my reception. So not doing place cards LOL! I believe it's 8-10 to a table so only going to need about 5 tables plus our head table. (4 bridesmaids and 4 groomsmen) I need to print off all my emails from my vendors and estimates from my WC ect. I think I'm starting to actually stress less the closer it gets!(I keep reading forums and it's really helped[emoji1]) I'm realizing that everything is coming together the way I wanted it to. Can't wait for the pre wedding meeting with my WC [emoji4] @@beckys98 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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They look really nice on! @@TinkerSofi [emoji4] and they also have a grey as well, but since beige looks awesome we went with that [emoji5]️! (Especially with the gold, purple, and ivory look we have going for our wedding) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

On my list!! Good idea about the summer clothes! I may start packing stuff soon to but not too sure [emoji38] might be too early! @@calgarybride2015 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

AHHH!! [emoji38] it's coming up so quick!! I think I have everything sorta planned out......but in the rush of this next few weeks I also don't want to forget anything![emoji15][emoji16] What are you ladies planning on doing your last 30 days; or did do? Just wanting to make sure I'm on the right page with everything[emoji5]️ Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I don't know how people manage not to cry!! [emoji38] @@kcole123 @ Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk