TammyWright

how old are the kids? the snorkel/sailing one is good for kids over 8...it is fun.

we did alot of group activities... we did: spa party for the girls deep sea fishing for the boys snorkel/sailing trip (this was really great because everyone could get involved. gma was able to go sailing but did not go in water, etc.) surf day-took them to beginner spot where they could get lessons babs(my sis) organized a ATV day party night this is what we did on our website to get a headcount for who wanted to do what activity. http://www.wrightvong.com/htm/gactivities.htm

this contest is for all newbies who have registered sept. 1 and after. Kashmira came up with this idea and i think it is great. It is for the newby who has the most posts for the month of October. The prize is a Martha Stewart Wedding Planner. ($29.99 retail value) It is very useful and i think will be great for all the soon to be brides to help them keep organized. it looks like this and is new but i did open it because it was a gift from my sister but i was given 4 different planners. AND a $50 travel certificate ** ** $50 on minimum purchase of $800 tour package booked with Wright Travel Agency. Discount is off base price without taxes/gov fees/port charges ect.). Valid only on new packages booked with preferred suppliers (Apple, Funjet, Happy Tours tour operators or Carnival Cruises, Royal Caribbean Cruises, Princess Cruises, Norwegian Cruiseline). Air only tickets, car rental only, and hotel only bookings do not qualify. Not valid when combined with other promotions or coupons. Coupon has no cash value and cannot be redeemed for cash. Coupon redeemable when final payment is made. Limit one per purchase. Reproductions are not accepted. Restrictions apply. Coupon expires 12/01/07.**

Quote: Originally Posted by gkashmira Tammy, I think the hardest thing for new members to do is really post a lot and get to know everybody. Since it's the beginning of the month maybe it would be a fun chance to do a most active NEW member of the month. For example you can count people who have signed up on the sight in September and then whoever posts the most in October wins... it's really just a take on the idea you already had. that is a great idea... let's do it! i have some good newby gifts like a martha stewart wedding planner that is brand new.

ok, i have been a sack of shit since i got married...i just busted my butt so much before the wedding...i am going to go to the gym today... so yesterday: breakfast: tall white mocha (starbucks) lunch: 1/2 ham/cheese sando (onlu at 1/2 bread) small green salad dinner: took clients out shrimp dumplings black cod & spinach

Quote: Originally Posted by KarlaV Girls, Has anyone taken a Pilates Class? Not a mat class, but with the actual Pilates contraption thing? A local studio in town charges $65 a class!! Seems outrageous. I just wanted to know if it was worth it. If not, I'll stick to my spin class. KarlaV karla, i took some one on one classes...i am pretty athletic naturally and played tennis, soccer, vollyeball throughout high school and soccer in college BUT let me tell you pilates kicked my ass!! i was shaking during and after the class. i actually get better results doing light cardio and weights though because i could only afford to have 1 private session a week and that is not going to do it with pilates...so before the wedding, i had 1 maybe 2 sessions a week with a trainer but he would give me a detailed workout sheet so i would go into the gym, 2-3 time w/o him and do what he said...then i would meet with him, he would check out my progress, bump me up in weight or reps, etc. for the next week.

here are some decorative cupcake cups for those looking to do cupcakes in lieu of cakes... http://www.cincicakeandcandy.com/product.php?pID=507 http://www.cincicakeandcandy.com/sea...Search&start=0 http://www.wilton.com/store/site/dep...5A34618795DF7B http://www.kitchenkrafts.com/product...cd2=1159899114 stand: http://www.wilton.com/store/site/pro...A787D3CB120535

not to sound flippant, but it is mexico maybe she will has an "arrangement" with the judge to have him overlook the process and just sign the docs. if you are still uncomfortable, just be straight with maye... i would say: maye, you said i do not need these documents notarized/translated BUT the website on the mexico consulate and the us consulate says i need it. why the difference? what will happen if i get to the US and the marraige is not legally recognized.

here is another pic for ideas.

it's ok...you can do this. call the local consulate and set up an appt. right away...explain your situation. many years ago, when i was 18, i did not know you needed a birthcertificate or passport to fly to mexico. i had gone to tijuana with just my drivers license. i had a passport because i had been to mexico, jamaica many time before BUT it was in my parents possession and i was going to mexico with friends w/o their permission. so being the dumb 18 year old, instead of somehow getting my passport from my parents i just figured i would wing it and talk the airline into letting me on...i know, dumb teenager...well, when i called 2 days before they said i could not board w/o passport, birth certificate, or notarized tourist card from mexican consulate...so i called the consulate and they got me in THAT day and took care of me.

this is for the newbies. if you go down to the link at the bottom of the page, there is a link that says "Best Destination Wedding". It is a link to the site where there is alot of good, general information to start with. There is information in the legal requirements in alot of areas, etc. you may want to take a quick peek and get to know the basics.

Hi lauren, there are so many great AI's in cabo. I got married at dreams. you can see my pics posted around here there are a bunch of other dream brides: rebecca, jennetta, carrie, nicole, edyta, felissa, tara, april. they do a great job. also, there is a melia bride, about 4 riu brides, Intercontinental is a great choice and in san jose. there are also lots of options for non-AI: hilton, cabosurf, etc. let us know how we can help.

Quote: Originally Posted by TAMMYM OK Wedding is off, I'm leaving for a plastic surgon for the next year.. The first photo that came up was....................................... BILL GATES i got some blond british boy band guy...it was too hilarious.

great info tanya!!

Ylan, not to upset you but it has been posted all over this forum and the previous forum about the legal requirements to get married in mexico so this information about getting your birth certificate notarized is not new. http://www.bestdestinationwedding.com/htm/hotspots.htm this is stuff that needs to be done on your end. i don't know how maye would be able to do it unless you sent down your birth certificate... where are you located? i am in sf and have gone to the mexican consulate and they are very helpful. make an appt. to go in and have your birth certificate translated and notarized. for other brides that do not know what the legal requirements are the link is above.

i know you are leaving for cabo soon so i just wanted to say bon voyage. i know everything will be perfect and i am so looking forward to hearing all about your wedding and seeing the beautiful pics.

i'll send you the jpg so you can email it to cake bakeries and maye to see if she can help. here are some more pics...(click on the pic to get a bigger version)

this is for kashmira, it is cupcakes instead of cakes. the small details make it look amazing (ie ribbon, little roses). i found this blog on cupcakes...thanks alot girls...it is not even 10 am and i am starving and need to go to the bakery. http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot....e_archive.html here's link to find the paper cups: http://beryls.safeshopper.com/278/10565.htm?582 http://beryls.safeshopper.com/278/10564.htm?582 http://beryls.safeshopper.com/278/10579.htm?582

welcome nicole!! have you looked into any of the dreams or riu resorts in PDC and RM? they do great weddings...playacar palace does as well but they can only be small weddings. let us know if we can help in any way!

Quote: Originally Posted by baconnic Hello Amy, I'd like to get married the same week as you in Playa Del Carmen. Does the Tucan still have dates available during that time? I checked with the Lindo and they do not have anything available that week. Have you seen pictures of the Tucan wedding? Good luck planning! Nicole welcome nicole!!

Located steps away from the laidback charms of Playa del Carmen, Playacar Palace indulge a range of desires for you who wants it all. You just need to set foot on the pristine beach at this beautiful, newly renovated hotel to discover the true heart of the Riviera Maya, populated thousand of years ago by civilizations whose remains still remind us of its uniqueness. Rejoice at this modern retreat! Exchange privileges at select Palace Resorts. Only good for small weddings. Does not have abilitiy for private events.

Great job girls...i am going to start posting at the end of the day all that i have eaten and any exercise i can squeeze in...you guys are motivating me as well...time to get back to the gym

hey christa, i finally did one for steve...it took like 3 pics..

i thought i would start this thread for those trying to lose some weight and get in shape, either for their wedding or some other reason. maybe we can post our daily food list and what we did to exercise on a daily basis. i think we can all support and inspire each other to reach our goals. we can also post when we cheat on our diets...that way, we won't hold on to the guilt and can move on. all that want to join, post here!!

Quote: Originally Posted by KARLA Tammy, you were cracking me up on the cupcake thread when you said you had cupcakes and your hubby caught you with packets in the car. It's so true though, there's all these little things that you never account for. I was guilty of the cookie dough every evening. it was so pathetic...i was eating cupcakes at lunch then every night i had an apple turnover and hagaan dazz icecream at like 10pm. so BAD!