JaimeLynne

Quote: Originally Posted by dbellie1414 so after those mo fo's at usa 3000 cancelled all our flights to mexi we actually rebooked EVERYONE on american airlines and EVERYONE has the original dates AND WE GOT APPLE VACATION to waive all the fees and upgrade us to american airlines for FREE! WHOOOO F-ING HOOOOO!!!! I am still anticipating that swarm of locus and hurricane to hit mexico so I am stock piling bug spray and water rafts LOL! At this point all that can go wrong will so I am anticipating anything and everything!!! If any of you are flying american airlines keep me posted of any cancellations!!! After this catrostophe my fi mother said she's cancelling/not going (and did) because she JUST DECIDED SHE DOESN'T APPROVE of her son getting married in MEXICO (mind you we asked her 2 years ago before we said anything to anyone and she said she was down) and who does this a week before we leave WTF!?!? SO after a very nice conversation between me and her (sarcasm)- she changed her mind. This has been one hella week! SO IF any of you have like a ritual of sacrificng a goat or pig or whatever for LUCK please let me know, I can't take no more drama - on the real! WOW, that is a lot of drama! So sorry about FMIL ~ wow.... maybe this just put her over the edge and it was an excuse?? How or why did she change her mind?? I'm glad she did though!!! Amen to no more drama!!!

Michelle - that's great!! Hoping our hotel will extend something like this. Seems like for some reason people on the RM (East) side are being way nicer and more understanding about traveler's/Brides hesitations - extending them extra services, lower rates, etc. Not that people on the PV (West) side are being the opposite ("mean or rude"), I just haven't heard much (at least on here) about their reaction to all of this...

Everything looks great! Really like your groomsmen outfits (of all things, loL!) ~ love the color, make 'em pop!

Morgan, I love how you put your vows in there. And also on a personal note, I love seeing a fellow-freckled-bride!!! hahah! Gives me hope for my pics

Quote: Originally Posted by MarieSam Interesting article by the AP today ~ looks like going to the touristy spots in Mexico comes with lots of discounts and perks now because they are hurting for tourism. Very sad the locals are being affected, but bonus for those going Swine flu reshapes Mexican tourism We are currently having our TA (Tammy! ) look into see if the Marriott will budge on price rates, or at least some sort of perks if we go forth (hell even a spa credit would be a welcomed relief at this point!!!). My thesis/"Capstone" paper is on the effect of U.S. tourism on Mexican cultural identity, so I am watching closely how this affects the economy there (have already taken one course independently studying this topic extensively, still have another course to finish my thesis). I personally feel very sorry for Mexico, however as a U.S. bride I share mixed emotions, to be quite frank! I would certainly welcome any sort of extra hospitality offered to me at this point, and be extremely appreciative of it!!! Quote: Originally Posted by rainorswine Hi Everyone- We decided today to cancel our 5/9 Cabo wedding. It was devastating. however, I am super proud of myself - we have booked the Westin in Honolulu for the same date next weekend and I have 60 confirmed guests all in 10 hours today! I am the greatest planner ever! Good luck to all! GO YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!! Seriously, that is freakin' awesome! You're gonna have a stellar wedding, I can feel it!

Gorgeous!!!

Just wanted to pop in here, check for updates and let you know you are in my thoughts! Tomorrow is supposed to be your wedding day. How's it going?? Warm, happy wishes to you!

Do you have your something blue yet? If so that could be fun! If not, totally rock the purple dyed shoes!! My vote is definitely for #1, I like that design the best I think whichever color you pick would be great. Rock it, chica!!

Quote: Originally Posted by mummergirl i'm so very sorry. what does your FI think? does he still want to go through with the wedding there? he is truly the one who matters most. i am glad your parents will still come ... does FI have any family at all coming? and please know that just because people have canceled, it doesn't mean they don't love you both. some people just scare easily, others have medical reasons, and still others will be kept out of work that they can't afford to miss. honestly if they are scared enough to cancel their own trip, they probably love you enough to *wish* you'd cancel yours to be safe. i know it is very hard not to be hurt and you must be so devastated. Agreed, well said. I'll share an email with y'all from my friend (and hairstylist/makeup artist). It was really sweet and gets to the point of all this marriage stuff : Title: "I am here for you!" Quote: Hello Jaime, I received the message from S. (bridesmaid) about the postponed party.I am hope you are well and support your decision to take care of yourself.I want to assit you in any way to do that.I will contact S. to see how I can assit her in giving a great girlie party.Maybe a slumber party with yummy food and laughing and good ol' times like we did when we were kids.....and you will not be able to do once your married!You know I know that.Which brings me to something I want you to know and remember for the next few weeks as you are having to make difficult decisions.I know you have vested so much in your ceremony and everyone is so excited to witness and celebrate your union, however right here...right now you have everything.You have the perfect union.It's done.You have supportive family and friends.Every day we celebrate with you!I cannot expect you to understand.I would have not as a new bride myself.It is not about the ceremony.It is about now...today...and every step of the way....I asking you to have faith and believe as someone who took that journey and understands what is really important.Your week in Mexico is so important and I am so excited to be apart of it to witness you grow into a woman..a wife...what I am saying is you alraedy are.this is your journey and I am there for you as is everyone else.I will pray that the borders are not closed and our plans to celebrate will forge on.I will continue to pray for your health.In the meantime...you call me anytime, even if you just want to eat some good food..vent...cry ....or laugh..i am here.You know I am always for a good laugh.I love you, Jaime. So sweet! My sister whom I've not really spoken to in about 3-4 years (long story) also wrote me something similar about it just being a date on the calendar and it is what's truly in your heart that counts those many years later in a marriage. Very sweet of them both. I know it still sucks, but I think it helps to hear this from women who have been married. SO many people care about each and every one of us! And if for whatever reason plans fall through, it definitely does not mean they do not love us. I think a lot of people really feel for us in this uncertain time!

Wow, I'm just going to ignore that post - thanks girls for defending me, glad it got straightened out already! I think people that know me here (I've been around for over 2 years) know that I am not one to cause drama, I was just backing Des up - sometimes we feel good about that (when someone has our back), we all kind of take care of each other around here. Lord knows we don't need more drama at a time like this! I'll just assume it was a misunderstanding and move on! Quote: Originally Posted by Sensatori Bride You guys all of my wedding guests have bailed on me!! We already were having a small group and now no one wants to go. My mom and dad will be there and our very expensive photographer but no one else! I am sooo hurt. I have definitely learned a lot about people who I thought were my friends. My mom has a friend that works for the CDC here in Atlanta and this guy said that my wedding in not an "essential" reason to travel to Mexico. WTF Oh gosh, I'm really sorry... I had planned for hardly anyone to show up - it came to the point where we just needed to make a decision one way or another, stick with that, put out positive energy and just see where things go! Certain things are just out of our control. I'd actually prepared myself for my Grandparents not wanting to come (totally understandable because of their ages) - they are like my parents (my Mom died when I was young and I lived with them for a long time - they helped raise me ). I will admit I avoided my Grandma for 2 days because I just wasn't ready to face it, but yesterday when I turned my attitude around and started working on my Visionary Board everything seemed to change - it happens from the inside out, right?! Today she is on board! I guess what I'm trying to say is do you think it will be OK for Y'ALL if it's just you and your parents?? Dig deep, and when you find the answer know that whatever you decide is OK. Maybe you can start working on your own visionary board? Just a suggestion... I know personally that has really helped me! Maybe cut out pics of your parents and you and FI and the amazing location.... I know I am feeling more and more grateful for each day and each happy moment. I truly believe things happen for a reason and that there are some good lessons for us all to learn from this! I can't explain why... I just feel it. We'll make it through, girls!!!

Desiree - I agree with you, she sounds like it is bugging her not to be in control. She needs to drop the reins. You are doing the right thing though - don't give her the control. Maybe she'll change her attitude once she realizes it doesn't get to you (at least act that way! lol!)

Tylersgirl - that is really good news, thanks for sharing! And BOO to your SIL and bro! I seriously think this will pass by the time your wedding rolls around and then they'll just feel silly (well maybe not B!tchy SIL, but bro...) Jac - like your new pics!

awww, Jillian - I am sorry! I go to see my (new) doc on Monday. I'm hoping he won't freak out on me! Fingers are crossed!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Jacilynda I am still working on mine!!! I have been gathering pics and such. I haven't printed anything out, but will this afternoon when cattie takes her afternoon nap! Yippeee, can't wait to see yours Jacilynda!! Quote: Originally Posted by Opice34 I love this!! I didn't have time to make a board, but I was visualzing a TON right before my wedding. There was a tropical storm headed to Cancun like three days before we left and I just kept visualizing sunshine sunshine sunshine. I would close my eyes, picture myself in my dress and imagine the sunshine hitting my shoulders. And it worked! Believe it or not, during our ceremony it rained at the front of the hotel, but we didn't see a drop where the ceremony was! Unfortunately the rain arrived the next day so I should have visualized longer for this getting married on Sunday. But this is a great idea! I'm sending lots of positive thoughts your way, ladies!! Hugs. Visualization is great too! SO happy that it worked out for your wedding! Quote: Originally Posted by northernflasher This is wonderful, I know we need to keep ourselves informed with the goings on over the swine flu but sometimes it all just makes me feel so sad for the girls going through it. I beleive strongly in positive visualisation and energy creating like for like... Jaime you are a ray of sunshine on an otherwise cloudy day .. maybe if more of us put this into practise the world would be a much nicer place. Awww, thanks! I agree, if everyone did this I think it would make a huge change - hence my challenge!

Are y'all still working on these?? I feel like things REALLY changed for me yesterday when I turned my attitude around. It has been so lovely gathering all these pics and seeing the smiling faces of friends and family enjoying our Engagement parties, as well of pics of us from our MX Engagement & other trips to Mexico (we've taken 4 together so far!). I need to get back to work on mine! Btw, we are putting all our pics together in a Word Doc so that we can send it on to friends and family to hopefully cheer them up also (trying to find a smiling pic of every guest who has booked!). I talked to my Grandma today and all she really talked about was what kind of shirt to get my Grandpa for the wedding! Made me feel SO happy Let's keep on working and sharing our positive energy through the process!

Quote: Originally Posted by Costabride2009 Thankyou to all the brides posting the good thoughts. I will be building my visionary board with pics of my hotel and the beach and our last mexico visit. Woohoo, another Visionary Board!! I need to get back to work on mine! Have just about collected all of the pics, need to print them out. It is so great looking at all the smiling faces of friends and families from our Engagement parties, and also the beautiful pics of PV, our resort, etc.! Quote: Originally Posted by Carolyn I just got info from my TA in Canada for my Dads flight (were he lives) Sunwing just canceled his flight for May 31st........I can't believe this. Needless to say I just rebooked him on American arilines but lost my money with Sunwing....... sorry you lost the $$, but glad you were able to rebook him!!!!

Bath & Body Works: Expires May 3, 2009 TAKETENOFF ~ take $10 off $30 purchase

Yayyyy, good news. You know I'd been dreading calling my Grandma back. Well today I finally did and all she could talk about was if I liked this shirt @ Banana Republic for my Grandpa to wear!!! I've asked both my Dad & my Grandpa to walk me down the aisle (my Grandparents helped raise me and are totally my foundation in life!), so they need to wear shirts that match the theme. I've been so caught up in just getting myself there that I don't give a sh!t what they or anyone else wears anymore!!! LOL I'm SOOOOO happy And that news break about the 1957 virus being so similar totally helped them feel better. They're just worried about me now since my immune system is already compromised. I said I'm totally rocking the mask! They're wearing them too ~ I am TOTALLY cool with that!!! YAY, my goal was 5 people! My Dad is on, Martin and I are on and now my Grandparents seem to be on as well!!! I had totally prepared myself for the worst but things are looking up Seriously, as soon as I started to work on my Visionary Board yesterday everything turned around! Going back to work on it today!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by akbeach Bedazzled surgery masks and "pigs flu" t-shirts- just what every bride should have in their photo album! We are adding Airborne (vitamin packets) to out OOT bags and hand sanitizer but we plan on going. LOL, right! We just went out and bought Airborne too. We tried to buy masks but Walgreens was out of stock! Quote: Originally Posted by kimrae99 Here is an article that mentions it. Clem's Chronicles: Chrysler/H1N1-Swine Flu/Waterboarding - The World Newser THANK YOU for that!! My sister and her family are "on lockdown" in Ft. Worth. I think it's nuts. But they're a pretty conservative city. DISD (Dallas) NEVER shuts down for anything! So if DISD shut down then I would be like I think it's kind of funny and good that they are pointing out Ft. Worth ISD in this. And AWESOME news about the missing amino acid, and the fact about it possibly not hitting the elderly! I know my Grandparents have been concerned... I feel so bad, I've been avoiding my Grandma's phone calls... I just couldn't handle it, but I think I will call her today! Quote: Originally Posted by Andi so i apparently can't go back to work until next wednesday! good news for you all too, hopefully while at home i will be able to get you pics and get my reviews done!!!!!!!!!! Yay! Enjoy the rest of your trip Andi!!! You two are troopers, I'm so glad your spirits are up and you're both SANE! lolol

btw we received it the other day and it looks even better in person!! it is a little big though so we need to exchange it. But overall 5/5!

Hey ladies. Just wanted to update y'all - we went ahead and both decided to postpone our Bach. parties. It's just for the best right now. 1st with the drama and then with the Swine Flu B.S. My BM sent this out the other day which made me lol: Quote: Hello everyone, I am sorry to say that Jaime’s lingerie shower will be postponed. If something drastic changes I will let you know. As everyone knows (unless you have been living in a cave) the swine flu has really swept not only our nation but around the world. There are rumors that the Mexico borders might close…and as we all know that is where Jaime and Martin’s wedding is being held. Plus, we have to think of Jaime’s health right now. I would still like to do a dinner to have the chance where all of her girlfriends can celebrate her upcoming union by getting her drunk and giving her slutty clothes. I mean, as friends of the bride we still have a job to do. I will be in touch with an upcoming date. Something simple, maybe I can have everyone over to my house…we can cook and open gifts. Please feel free to email me with any good ideas of a time to do this. Thank you, S

Shelley, I wish nothing but the absolute best for you, and will be thinking of you tomorrow. You are the first of the last of us "old" brides to be getting married!! I am so happy and excited for you. Breathe it alllll in ~ after all, YOU deserve it!!!! ~ Jaime

WOW, Jacque down to 8 days and Shelley down to 1! Have a freaking BLAST chicas! Make us proud!!

Quote: Originally Posted by BBtoB I love your t-shirt! It made me lol! I think it is great!!!You should find a little pig with wings...ok, maybe that is too much...I just have this visual and it is cracking me up! hehe, glad it made ya laugh! I think the pig with wings is a great touch! Quote: Originally Posted by ball4402 Air Mexico! It was canceled because of the Flu... Its been really hard to find other air! Wow, I find that pretty surprising... I'm sorry! FYI Andi reported on FB that she and DH are having SUCH a great time in PV that they've decided to stay another day! They figure they're safer there than at home in CO., which I totally agree with! Extended honeymoon - fun!

Quote: Originally Posted by LSUangel25 JaimeLynn- Thanks for the footnote...the first half of that email was from me! I actually talked to the CDC again today and they really had nothing else to add. With the recent posts about SF cases leveling out in Mexico my fears are really starting to subside. But unfortunately we've already lost 7 guests including my MOH and her daughter, my flower girl. As of now we're on for our wedding next Saturday! I seriously doubt the US govt will issue a travel ban (the only way we won't go). And there's no way they're closing the borders...our economy would crumble to pieces. So all you late May and summer brides just keep your head's up! I have faith that this will all be fine in a week or two. Haha! There you are!! Sorry, couldn't remember your name! But wanted to give you some sorta credit!! THANKS for that btw!!!!!!!!!!! We basically share the same stance! GOOD LUCK chica! So sorry to hear about your MOH having to cancel but it sounds like it may be because she has a child, which I understand... still sorry though Oh and I think our t-shirts will read "Pigs Flu (flew), and Jaime & Martin got married. May 24th, 2009 at Las Caletas And YOU were there!" ... or something like that... doesn't quite make sense yet...