A10CalGal

Ugh Sarah, my MOH is starting to plan my shower & I am so not into it. I hope she does something different & fun. She keeps telling me to register so people will know what to get me, but I don't wanna! I like gifts that people come up with on their own anyway. Damn, put some thought into it!

Hahaha! I went to a co-ed bach party & ended up at the Olympic Garden too! OMG, I remember one of the male dancers was trying to make out w/me & get up my skirt- I was like, good lord, I'll give you a tip! You don't have to rape me! I honestly had way more fun down stairs w/the girls...and all the drunk guys that were throwing their $$ around

Oh wow! Thanks for your post Merryme (you have remained anonymous to this point! Now we know what you look like!!!) Everything looks wonderful. Love the drowning roses centerpiece! Have a very happy New Year ... party like its 1969

We are NOT registering for anything. I just don't feel good about asking people to come all the way to Cabo for our wedding & also ask them to buy us a gift. I am basically telling my guests that their presence is gift enough & if they must do something to please make a tax deductible donation to the Lymphoma Research Project at Stanford University.

I'm planning on putting different things for different people (like my FI's 80 year old mother probably doesn't want tequila~!) But, basically it will be: a welcome letter & area maps koozie tequila, or beer or some type of alcoholic beverage that I will purchase in cabo travel size candle travel size pharmacy (tylenol, pepto, alka seltzer) travel size sunscreen

Tasha, What's the ebay vendor & price??

Jenetta, I chose #2 with the palm leaf. I like the simplicity of this one, and the sophistication of the font & left justified alignment on the page. Also, your names receive a nice focus without being too busy. I think the 3rd one is too pink and the first one is a little too busy for my taste.

Natalie - would you consider using your "guest control" tactics on my guests?? Less than 3 months to go & approximately 4 reservations have been made out of a potential 22 couples grrrrrrrr

CONGRATS ON YOUR ENGAGEMENT!!!

OK, Martha! You are killing me girl. My FI would commit me to a mental institution if I started mocking up centerpieces. Great job though! I really like the orchids - simple, elegant.

If you are using Word, start a new document, go to the Tools menu & select Letters & Mailings, then Envelopes & Labels. There you can type in the return/delivery address (depending on which one you are working on) and then click the Options button. This is where you tell Word what size envelope you are using. You can create a custom size envelope if one of the options doesn't work with your particular size envelope. After you've done the above, click "add to document" - the appropriate size area for your envelope should display. Now you can change the font, center it, whatever you need to do. When you are ready to print, go to the File menu, Print...before you click OK, click on your Printer Properties and tell the printer what size you are printing on. Again, you can create a custom size if necessary. I hope this helps. If not, post back!

Very classy Tasha! Love the embossed leaf and the color scheme.

Quote: Originally Posted by KARLA Yeay! Thanks so much Christa! I actually eat strawberry jam/preserves all the time. I'm really picky about breakfast and I only like strawberry smoothies or waffles with strawberry jelly or jam and PB. And strawberry is the only flavor I really like! So thank you so much!! DIET?? Ha, thanks for reminding me I had one! All I've been doing is eating lately and no gym.... yikes! <- That was me with a jumbo tub at the movies last night! Heeheee! Well, I'm glad you like strawberries! And, hey, your married...you can afford to let the diet & gym go for a little bit during the holidays. I know, I know, not good. You'll be fine. I personally need to get my ass in gear - I'm getting married in less than 90 days...

Thanks Ann. Can you tell that I'm trying my hardest to seem like I'm working, while in actuality I'm mostly ordering stuff online??!! Hahah. I so don't want to be working today..

I am giving my Maid Of Honor (that's all I'm having) a starfish necklace. Its a sterling silver & pave set CZ starfish that I know she'll like (she'd LOVE it if they were real diamonds!). I also plan to make a special OOT bag for her with champagne, a special note, photo frame and beauty goodies.

I ordered my earrings today!! I got these ones:

Most excellent Valerie! I love them.

Quote: Originally Posted by KARLA I finally opened my gift!! I got a jar of homemade strawberry preserves and a really nice candle. Thanks to my Secret Santa!! So I was trying to gess who my SS was.... Tammy, was it you? (Actually, that was my hubby's guess.) How are we revealing the SS mystery? By the way, I saw that my SS opened my gift already. Did you open the card already? (Which would give my identity away) Hey Karla - It's me!!! I'm your SS! I'm so glad you liked your gift, and that it got to you on time. I hope you enjoy the jam, my mom & I make that together every year. It's made out of organic strawberries & is a low-sugar recipe, so hopefully it fits into your diet

Oh girls, it's so fun to hear about your SS gifts! This is such a fun thing. I can't wait till my SS recipient receives her gift. I'm starting to get concerned since I sent it over a week ago....eeek!!!

Lenita, I totally understand your frustration here, but I vote for not letting $75 be a deal breaker for you. Let it go, it will be one less thing for you to worry about. And, you will be the gracious hostess like Janet said. Good luck!

I am speechless! Great job Sarah! I know you had fantastic photo's to work with for sure, but you really out did yourself! Will you have the energy to do this w/your wedding photos??

Haha! You guys are so cute. I'm glad other peeps have been winning. I haven't bought any tix for at least a week, so TammyM can stop using me as an excuse!!

I know, me either...can you post an image??

There seems to be a theme here! 1. I thought it was rediculous to spend a ton on a dress, but I did anyway! 2. I swore I would keep it simple & not become obsessed...so not happening. 3. I promised myself I would never let myself act like a bridezilla...I've had a few of those moments that I've previously confessed.