~Melissa~

Welcome to the forum Nina. Have you booked your cruise already? Sounds like it's going to be a fun time! Good luck with the planning

Hmm I've never heard of this place Jamie. how did you hear of it? I take i you saw it on your site visit? I'm glad they're working with you, sounds like a good bunch of people.

I was thinking about you yesterday! Glad you're back, missed you

Good points Maria! I totally wish i would have done that.... we only have 1 shot of each family shot which sucks if someones eyes were closed. Good point about the raw images too.

Quote: Originally Posted by loeloe92 You slide show was so nice. Was that Riu's photographer? Can you bring/ hire your own? Thanks Loeloe. That was my own photographer that i hired and brought from the USA. I'm not too sure if they have changed their policy on bringing outside vedors for photography because Aldo Tovar is the Riu's photographer. They kind of got upset with me but my photographer had a room for 3 days at the resort therefore IMO she was a guest and could do whatever she wanted.

Quote: Originally Posted by KellyandMatt08 Since you girls had Robin photograph your weddings, do you have any picture recommendations that you think she missed? Or do you think she covered everything well? She is photographing mine in May. She covered everything well and is up for any suggestions you have as well. I didn't get groomsmen photos or getting ready bridesmaid photos because my wedding party was running around franticly and she couldn't catch the boys... lol I had a blast doing the TTD photos I totally recommend doing them. Just make sure you tell her whats important to you and she'll make sure she incorporates it.

OK first off I decided on what i am going to do. We don't have much in our bedroom for art/photos. We have too many windows to be honest and not alot of wallspace. Anyway I am going to put 3 11x16 canvas prints up along the only wall we really have. I liked Angela's idea of TTD photos so that's what i picked. Unfortunately I can't copy or paste any of the images but you can log into: Robin DePaula Photography, LLC the passcode is mel_ttd I picked mel_ttd011, 019 and 020.

Have a wonderful time Erica and have some fun too!!!

Deb I still remember the day I helped you out with your STD magnets... seems like forvever ago!!! I am so pumped for you! These last weeks are going to FLY by! Be sure to take it al in and breath when it gets stressful

That's awesome and sounds like so much fun. I remember how tight money was for us when we were down to the last months. Maybe you should have bought another suitcase LOL

Happy wedding day! I hope the weather cooperates for you Jen, I know there has been some nasty weather lately. Congratulations!

Glad you're back Rachel. Sorry to hear you were sick, that sucks. I got sick as soon as I got home too. Must be those airplanes full of germs Can't wait to read your review. Congratulations, I hope it was everything you ever dreamed of and more. Welcome back to the new Mrs!

Trisha, I had never seen your dress before until now. Love sash, it looks really good on you. Can't wait to see it with all your other wedding day ensemble. Good luck with your trip and try and take little moments here and there and just take it all in. We luv ya and we'll miss you.

We donate food for the cats at the local cat shelter on base. We're very fortunate to have extra time to help contribute to the shelter. Every second weekend I got do the many kitty litters they have. What i enjoy most is loving them. I seriously wish i could take them all home.... I would love to have the site Tammy as i would like to make a monetary contribution. Dogs don't deserve this crap, especially Elsie. Thanks again for making a difference Tammy. I respect you and look up to you as not only a strong individual but a one of a kind woman with a big heart.

Cool I just signed it. Although I do feel that isn't enough. I didn't pledge any money because I don't know if I trust that site 100%. Tammy do you know of any sites which the donations go strictly to the animals??

I have options of prints or 2 mounted options; either 16x20 or 20x24

I just got to say i think that dress looks gorgeous in the photos you posted. I really think once you put on all the extras you may love it. And I don't think you will have any problems trying to resell it if you do chose so.

Oh I'm so terribly sorry to read this bad news.... good luck sweetie

Tammy you should be on that show! I wonder if we can help some way? Is there any petitions out there or any way BDW members can help? I just love what you're doing and I want to be able to contribute some how.

Good idea thanks Ang. I think I may get 2 mounted photos. Do you think 16X20 is too big

I swear I've seen that dress somewhere before or one that is VERY similar. IS it a designer dress? Perhaps a Maggie Sottero?

Look at those adorable eyes. Tammy you have such a big heart. Elsie is very fortunate to have such an angel in her life. I'm sure it helps knowing she is going to a loving family... and do you offer to babysit for the families if they go on vacation? That may be a good idea if you don't already.

Thanks for the ideas. i checked out your house pictures and it looks awesome. You have good taste. Our parents already got their pictures printed and they also are getting photobooks. Maybe I'll just order an assortment. I'm so torn though.

Awe that sucks. I like Christine's idea of altering it. Also did you happen to read any reviews on the ebay seller? I would leave some feedback so other girls don't get swindled by this vendor

I really like the blues and your kitchen is awesome. I hope one day I have a nice kitchen like that. I can't believe how quickly you got your house put together, it looks really good. Congrats!