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welcome to the forum! everyone is so helpful here - let us know how we can help!

Quote: Originally Posted by TammyB I know if she wanted her so bad, how come she didn't want to help pay the costs of her vet bills? I swear she really knows how to push my buttons at the wrong times. she's just not right in the head at times

Quote: Originally Posted by tvt since you've been there would it be wierd to have FI and fam come over during the day? i think there was a bride that had her FI come over early too. i don't think it would be weird - there's definitely plenty to do - you do go over with the regular day tour - there's snorkling, monkeys, a spa (like for massages, etc.), lunch, etc. you do have to pay for each additional person (you get 3 free), but it might be an option for you.

Quote: Originally Posted by NATASHA I was sick, but I was sick before we left. In fact, I learned after I got back from my honeymoon (when I got the results from some tests that I had right before we left) that I had been sick for two weeks prior - I just thought that it was pre-wedding coordination stress (ha ha). i'm not sure if that's better or worse!

Quote: Originally Posted by michelle08 Plus....can you maybe take most of your pictures before the ceremony..this is common now and then you and hubby to be can take some sunset/dusk photos... the problem with that, and Las Caletas is that the guests and your FI probably won't show up until not too long before the ceremony begins. there really isn't a ton of time before the ceremony to take pictures. i don't know how flexible that is - but since Las Caletas is actually open to the day tour during the day, there isn't a ton of extra time!

welcome, kelly! this site has kept many of us sane while planning a dw - so just let us know how we can help!

Congrats to Tara and Tammy - you both ROCK! (heehee, get it? they're both "rocking" ... funny, eh? i crack me up.)

oh wow is that beautiful. sooo romantic and sexy - and classy - all at the same time, which is rare! i cannot wait to see YOU in that dress. it looks so flowy - perfect for a beach wedding! the extra set of hands cracks me up - but your FI won't be able to keep his hands off of you in that dress, so good thing you know what the pics will look like already!

OMG Tammy. that woman has some nerve. wow.

Quote: Originally Posted by JANET1111 Thanks, Natasha. Ahhhh it gets quite complicated, doesn't it! My hubby spent the first half of this year as an ind. contractor and I am thinking about taking a job for the rest of the year as one, so our taxes are already going to be crazy complicated, plus buying a house, and because we might buy in MD or VA factor in a state change and suddenly I just want to quit and move to Mexico and live in a grass hut!!!!!!!!!! But really, I do appreciate all the advice. Now if you could just make my dream home cost half as much... i feel your pain, Janet! since i work all over the US my taxes have always been a nightmare. you're supposed to pay taxes in every state that you work - and i think one year i had 8 states! at a minimum i have 2-3 every year. i decided long ago to get my taxes done by a professional - it's just worth the $$ to me!

Quote: Originally Posted by TammyB Yeah, that and we picked up Rosie's ashes today. :-( And I've been online all day trying to find the perfect thing to put her ashes in. OH and I'm making a memory album of her. i think that's the perfect way to remember Rosie! i am sure you can find something really nice to put her ashes in if that blown glass was too expensive. that way you can say goodnight to her every night!

UGH - what a PITA! But this does explain why you've been so quiet today!

Quote: Originally Posted by MarlaB Thank you AdeyBaby for your great review. You mentioned your choices for RD but I can't figure out what RD stands for! I must have missed it somewhere. I was considering Barcelona Tapas for my welcome dinner and I believe Starchild had hers there. How did you like it Starchild Approx. how much per person and how many people did you invite RD = Rehearsal Dinner

Quote: Originally Posted by GalitInNY Thanks Ann! By the way, I have to tell you I just watched your slide show again because I was trying to figure out the name of one of the songs on there (when you say nothing at all) and I got all teared up all over again... your wedding pictures are so beautiful and perfect... I felt like I was there! Awww - thank you! I love it - I keep watching it too! I have to give credit to Leigh - she did an amazing job. I can't wait to see the rest of my pictures!

ooohh angie - you little tease! can we get a hint? lol

those are so cute! i know you feel super posed in them, but you don't look it. and your hair - i LOVE it! but if you're not comfortable, then change it, for sure. but you look great!

Quote: Originally Posted by amy&andy08 OMG....thank you so much for saying that. I really was having major emotions thinking I wasn't having the "right emotions" when trying on dresses. You're so right about being indecisive....I'm totally like that too. Its also so hard for me trying on dresses because I swim in everything (like a size 2 and 5'4) so with major clips and dresses that are way too long it's hard to tell......yikes! same thing here - i went through the doubts because i never had that "this is THE dress" moment. i had to try on my dress a handful of times before i bought it. and i definitly knew i liked the dress - but all the other gals were like - "oh, you'll KNOW when it's the right dress" - i never KNEW. guess that's just not in our nature! i 2nd guess everything! lol as for the size issue - that is tough. i am 5'4" as well, but probably a size 4-6 - and it was tough to picture the dresses made for your size. i just had to have faith that when it was mdae for ME, it would look better! and it did - don't worry!

Quote: Originally Posted by amy&andy08 Thanks for the input......I also think its a crapload of money to spend on a dress....but so many people are telling me...."you only get married once...bla bla bla" But I'm from the thinking..."Yes...and I'm only "wearing" it once!" I also am having issues with the "feeling" I'm supposed to get when I am supposed to just KNOW it's the dress for me. I am so picky about clothes and dresses specifically that I don't know if I"ll ever have that exact feeling. Did you guys absolutely "know" it was your dress BTW...I have three more appointments in Bellevue (WA) for this Friday...so I'm still actively looking; My dress budget is 1500 or so.....My mom is paying for it, so anything above 1500 I'm paying for. I'm also solely paying for this wedding (15k)....so I need to save money!!!! some girls have that feeling when they try on "THE" dress - i had doubts right up until the wedding day. i loved my dress, but never said "i knew right away that this was the one" - so it probably depends on the person! i am typically pretty indecisive and weigh all of my decisions for a while, so that's just me!

i spent $3000 plus about $275 for alterations. WAY more than i thought i'd ever spend - but i loved it. i should never have tried it on! in the end, i would have been just as happy in a less expensive dress. how much have you looked around for dresses? if you're wanting to make semi-significant changes, maybe this isn't THE dress? you could also consider having a dress made custom ... i know a few girls on here have done that.

great tips, Natasha! am i remembering wrong, or weren't you not feeling well on your wedding day? i just remember because i was in teh same boat!

Quote: Originally Posted by GalitInNY That's not mean at all! I guess I should specify that I am Israeli, so its more of a cultural thing than a religious thing. FI and I always wanted a jewish wedding, but we didnt care what "degree"... any Rabbi would have been good. Plus my family, and especially my parents, have been sooo incredibly supportive about a DW... more than I ever imagined. I just know that it would mean so much to my parents that we have a wedding that was recognized by their faith and our family in Israel. It's definitely more than just an obligation on my part... it's a way to honor my parents and the way they raised me... Last but not least - have you ever experienced jewish mother guilty? It's the stuff legends are made of! that makes all teh sense in the world! i just wasn't sure if it was something that was being forced on you - and it doesn't sound like it is. i just wish i could help you find what you need! lol - i'll have to take your word on the jewish mother thing ... !

Quote: Originally Posted by GalitInNY Hi All!!! So I was recently informed by my mother that I absolutely MUST be married by a conservative rabbi... apparently, a reformed one just won't do. I have been googling the hell out of this for the last couple of weeks, but can't seem to get anywhere. I have heard rumors that there are some in Mexico City, but I was wondering if anyone can point me in the right direction. I would really like an English speaking one so that I can communicate with him before the wedding about what we want and don't want in our ceremony, who we are, etc. Also, if anyone knows any conservative rabbis in the northeast that would be willing to make the trip down, I am more than open to that too! HELP!!!! i don't mean to come across mean, but i don't know how else to word this question! why does your mother get any say in your wedding day? unless you agree too, of course - but this is YOUR day, and you call the shots!

can you just get it altered somewhere else? have you started shopping already? it looks like it's that time!

Quote: Originally Posted by jilly76 I just ordered mine last month and will be cutting it close, it will be in one month before my wedding, yikes! I would suggest not cutting it that close! The earlier the better I think, but I would give yourself at least 6 months. i did the same thing - and luckily everything worked out just fine. but i would rather have had more time in case something did go wrong!

well depends on where and what you buy. if you're buying somewhere like davids bridal or off the rack, you don't need as much time. if you're buying at a bridal salon where they have to order, i'd give yourself at least 6 mos. and don't forget to factor in a month or two for alterations.