JulieG

So, I do not think there are any other Cuba brides out there, but if there are, please drop me a line and we can chat. I have not picked a resort yet, but I am pretty sure its going to be in Holguin. I am thinking Playa Pesquaro. Any help in making up my mind would be great.

Quote: Originally Posted by destinationbride07 I am leaving here shortly so I will do some cardio at home…I had not time to go to gym on lunch You are still gonna do it, it does not matter what time you do it at. Good luck with the at home cardio, but I know you can do it, you kick ass at working out everyday.

Girls? Why no posts yet today? I went to the gym and did a 60 Min pump class. I must tell you though, the instructor was a total jerk, was mean about working us out and did not do any of the exercises himself. I am so glad he was a fill in for our regular girl, I would not take the class if he taught it. What about you guys?

Quote: Originally Posted by jilly76 Jules, I feel the same way. I'm 5 nothing, and steve's not that tall, 5'7", but I feel so short around him when I'm barefoot and he totally plays it up too, when I have not shoes on. I have to at least where a wedge Let me know what kind of shoes you find, maybe we can share shoe info

Quote: Originally Posted by host roses are fairly inexpensive in mexico...they are grown hydroponically (sp?) in water there and throught south america... I did not know that. I would guess they are charging you for the labour then. That is a lot if roses are so cheap.

Hi Anny, this is actually really expensive. It has to be hand made, using petals from a bunch of other roses. Its really popular right now, but you will pay a lot for it. $200 sounds about right. Do you have to have roses, it might be cheaper if you use a less expensive flower.

Quote: Originally Posted by destinationbride07 Jules one day off is OK..i took sat and sunday off.... TammyM I got my eye on you come monday lol I just got back from the gym and I am pooped...I sitll have to strength training later If you are too tired for strength training, just leave it for another day. You tend to pay less attention when you are tired and that can result in injury and/or not working out to your potential. So, if you are really tired, just stick to the cardio for today and do the muscles tomorrow.

Quote: Originally Posted by A10CALGAL Hehehe, well happy upcoming Bday! We are not trying to incorporate any St. Patty's theme. I thought about it at one point, but decided against it. Yeah, unless you are Irish, it might be kinda cheesy. Although, you can make anything not cheesy if you want to. I can't wait to see the pictures. You must be so excited, I know I would be, that is not far away at all.

I could not go to the gym today, I had a lunch meeting and then I have so much to do tonight and go grocery shopping (does that count?) So, I will work out extra hard tomorrow, for sure.

Quote: Originally Posted by A10CALGAL Here's our koozie Ann. Pardon the bathroom sink background! Hey Christa, you are getting married on my birthday Are you doing any kinda St. Patrick's day theme? Wait, is that big in the US? I am not sure. It would be a neat idea to incorporate it though and the green works

Quote: Originally Posted by starchild Funny! A bridesmaid of mine thinks she is too short to go shoeless but she is doing it for me, with the exception that she can keep a pair of wedges at the end of the aisle to put on IMMEDIATELY after the ceremony. And she is so serious!! LOL I am totally serious as well. lol I am 5'1" and even though my FI is not tall, he is average, I think shoes make me look better. I think all short girls feel this way. We learn to walk in heels early. lol

Quote: Originally Posted by starchild Ours is on the beach at sunset, EVERYONE in the wedding party will be barefoot (we gave the men plenty of time to get those barefeet in shape). There is a covered area at our spot in case of rain. Unless you are in love with the cute wedding shoes, I say do it on the beach and barefoot! Sounds like a dream to me. I am very short though, so I am thinking on the beach with a wedge shoe

Quote: Originally Posted by jilly76 I've been on my treadmill everyday since last thursday and its getting easier to stick to, but I keep telling myself that no matter what I have to do it every day. Sarah, thats a good idea about doing the weights when you're watching tv. I don't usually just watch tv, I'm usually doing something else at the same time, magazine, folding laundry etc.., but now I'm going to try this. This was also the first week I really, really stuck to WW. I didn't drink at all, even when we watched the Pats on sunday and had all kinds of yummy food, I ate the veggies and had a TON of water. But it was worth it when I got on the scale yesterday and lost....7.6 pounds! Probably a lot of water weight because it was my first real week, but nevertheless I lost something, so that helps keep me motivated. The exercise really does help! That is amazing Jilly, good for you. I did not get to the gym today, I was way to busy, but I did literally run around the office all do, so I would say I got in at least 30 mins of cardio in in 2 minute bursts

Quote: Originally Posted by REBECCA Hey Girls, I did STD Magnets. They were a big hit. This was the one I did (don't have a picture of my actual one). Note the date on sun tan lotion bottle. I thought it was clever... While searching for the one I actually did, I came across this cute Boarding pass one. Check it out! Save The Date Cards - Paradise Found If anyone is getting married on 07/07/07. They have a Theme section dedicated to that date! Theme: 07-07-07 Product: Save the Date Magnets I ordered samples from this company, magnet street, they are great. They are affordale and they do look really good. I just wanted to put my 2 cents in there for those who have not got STD's yet. I love the magnets, but the invitations that are not magnets are nice as well.

Quote: Originally Posted by Nrvsbride Thanks guys you are the absolute best. It's weird I will talk to my friends about this and they will give me the same advice but it doesn't make me feel better. Then I'll hear it from you guys and poof I feel all better. I feel like we all understand each other b/c we are in the same boat. I am going to go ahead and invite everyone and if they don't want to come then so be it. On another note Jules I am so sorry about your FI's best friend. That really sucks! Is there anyway that you guys can pay for his trip so that they can use their money for her trip? I know it sucks and is totally unfair but I would be willing to make the sacrifice to make my FI happy. I really think that there is no other way around it if you want him there b/c she will probably give him hell if he went w/o her! I hope this all works out. Can't they just use their tax return money? It's not like your wedding is tomorrow or anything, they still have time to save for heaven's sake!! -Glenda I suggested to my FI that we pitch in and help him out. He said no, he does not want to do that. He does not want to do it because where do we draw the line, my sister has a lot less money than his friend, so does one of my BM's who said she is coming no matter what. Why, when we gave them 11 months notice, so we offer to pay for him. He said that, not me. I think he might just be a little angry. But, truth is, we are going to be moving to a new city in March, buying our first house and I don't even have a job yet in this new city. Then, we are getting married in November. We are not really in a place to offer to pay for other people at this point. Its very stressful.

Alright, I had a busy weekend, no time to work out or eat well for that matter, but I am back at it, yet again. So, today I did 40 minutes of cardio and 20 minutes of weights. I just wanted to get this thread out there, so we don't forget to keep working out.

I am sending STD's to everyone, everyone. If I were having a wedding here and I would invite them to that, I am sending them STD's. If they can't come, they will tell me they can't come and that is fine. That is how I look at it. Those who want to be there, will be there. On the same note, my FI and I had a talk on Saturday night, one of his best friends, who he was going to ask to be one of his GM's, girlfriend told my FI that they can't come to the wedding due to the cost. He was so upset and I am so mad at this. Why does she have to make that decision. If she were a good person who cared about her BF, she would tell him that he should go without her b/c they can't both afford to go. Am I wrong on this one? He is so upset b/c this friend can not come. Here I am, with a friend who is a full time student and her husband who still does not have a work visa in our country and she is coming no matter what and my sister who's husband just passed away will have a 2 year old and a new baby and be on mat leave (making next to no money) is coming. And this guy who has a great job, can't come b/c they can't both afford to go. I don't know what to tell my FI to ease his mind. I feel so bad for him.

Quote: Originally Posted by AQHARIDER Don't worry Stephanie. My understanding is that is rains in Cabo literally like 10 days a year, and these are always in the fall. I'm told it would be pretty unheard of to have rain in the spring/summer when our weddings are... I am sure rain is not very likely, but I must tell you, I went to Cuba a few years ago, and was told typical weather was very very hot. Well, we were wearing our winter jackets at night, it was the coldest it ever got there in 75 years. So, anything can literally happen. I just think a back up plan is very important, I would hate to see the day ruined, so to speak, just because no one asked about where they would go if it rained. I guess I am just a little anal about these things and would need to have a back up plan.

I went to Canada's Wedding Expo yesterday, and I got a flyer for a great idea for an OOT bag item. Its a calling card, with your picture on it, and whatever you want it to say. The example I have says "Thank you for joining us as we begin our life together" and the couple's names and a picture. I have not looked on the website, so you would need to do that to see if the country you want to call from is available, but I think its a good idea. The site is Business cards. Print online business cards, letterheads, flyers, posters, photos, greeting cards. It says on the back here to go to the promotion section and enter the code 8017502149 and you will get 50% off. I have a few cards here and all the promotion codes are the same number. So, I don't think it can only be used by 1 person. Let me know if you decide to go this route how it works out. I have not even got a location yet, so I am not thinking about doing this right now, but I thought it might help someone out there.

You should ask, just in case. There has to be somewhere to put you, I would figure that out, just in case. I am not wishing anything bad on you, but I took a weddingplanner course, and the one of the first things we were taught about outdoor weddings is to ALWAYS have a back up plan.

Quote: Originally Posted by MagsieMexico One question, they will set up a floor on the sand right? You're not dancing on the sand? I would like a terrace right on the sand I think, so you can stop dancing and walk there. But I hate shoes, so no shoes or only flip flops the whole night for me! Yes, they put the dance floor right on the sand for you. I looked into that, so I know that much for sure.

Quote: Originally Posted by RAENJAY We are having both the beach ceremony & reception with the moveable dance floor. Since I also love real shoes, we are going to have a cocktail hour at the terrace. Then I also figure, we'll be running around the resort all night so I can wear shoes then. :-) My price was $500.00 to add the beach reception to the package. That is a good price. If I get quoted around that amount, I will do it as well. Did they give you a back up plan, for rain or wind or something?

Quote: Originally Posted by TAMMYM Jules, I think your ring is very pretty. Do you have a probem keeping it clean as well? I swear I want to stop off at the jewelry store everyday to get it cleaned really good.. I understand completely how the Emerald cuts really don't show how pretty they are in pictures. Yes, it always seems dirty. I use the cloth I clean my sunglasses with to try to clean it, everyday. lol So, I know exactly what you mean. I guess cause it is a flat surface, so it shows more.

TammyM I think I have it. This is my last try though, if this does not work, I give up. lol I think that worked. Keep in mind my ring is much much nicer in real life, its very sparkly and brilliant and clear and colourless, lol, in this pic it looks all spotty or something. But, now you have an idea.

Alright Tammy, I took a pic of my ring that was okay, not good, but okay, but I can't attach it here. Its telling me its too big. I made it as small as possible and I still can't send it. I will keep trying.