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I want to do it. I kind of think it sounds like fun and could bring up some stuff that we hadn't thought about being married. But Joe, on the other hand, thinks it's a sign that I believe something is wrong. So we'll see! But I'm going to vote yes because I think we'll end up doing it.

I voted #2. I think they are perfect for a DW! And I hardly think anyone, or you for that matter, will hear the shells clinking when you're walking down the isle. Everyone will be focused on your tiny waist and you'll be so oblivious to everything and everyone besides your hubby )

Quote: Originally Posted by Natalie M yes I agree with sarah, Tammy is my TA as well and she has been a lifesaver for me! The room block worked out perfectly and I had no issues at all with guests not having rooms! GET A TA IF YOU DON'T ALREADY HAVE ONE!!!! Don't we need a location before we get a TA??

The number of DR brides is growing! Welcome to the site!

Love both of them! I think your flower girls will love it.

Welcome! Always glad to see another DR bride How is the planning going so far?

Quote: Originally Posted by akh damn you, Christa - i love so many of these items! ] I second that. Christa is trouble!

So excited for you!!!! Post picks. I'm so excited to see how everything turns out

Quote: Originally Posted by Nini_Bride Tara - are you thinking of switching your location again? You know me so well! I always feel the need to research the crap out of things before I make a decision.... it's proving to be a serious downfall these days! I just saw that so many people chose that place and thought.. 'Hmm, it must be good. I should check into it!'

so did you ladies find that TAs gave you better rates than internet booking sites?

I vote yes to both. Rose petals and chairs! I was at a wedding without chairs that was outside and EVERYONE complained about the lack of chairs. Plus it's more relaxing to sit and watch you get married rather than standing and wondering if it's acceptable to sit in the sand!

It looks really nice!! I totally know what you mean about where to show up. Joe's attitude is "as long as there is a beach, you and me, we're covered" funny! So I think we're finally 99% decided on a resort - Gran Bahia. I think we just need to book and get it over with

ahh yes i found the wedding bells forum that discusses Majestic Colonial. It was one of the main reasons I started searching other resorts. http://boards.weddingbells.ca/showfl...part=1#1551163 Things like this: "I agree. I really thought the experieince would be stress free but it is turning out to be a nightmare. Every little thing is costing me a fortune. I was sure that the little extras like decorations would be inexpensive. I was dead wrong. Even just getting suggestions and guidance is proving difficult." "For a beach reception with dj, bar, dance floor the price is 1000/hour!! "

Hi. This resort was in our top 2 until I started seeing reviews with all these additional costs. Are you ladies incurring tons of extra costs? Also, do you have link to the wedding bells page with the Majestic info? That would be much appreciated

Hi! Welcome to the forum. No info on that specific resort. But I'm a DR bride also! We're thinking Gran Bahia... so far anyway

Quick question for you all, how much are your guests paying to spend the week with you??

Sorry I can't help you with this. My to do list is as follows: PICK A DANG RESORT!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by NATASHA I like #1 BUT I totally recommend that you try these on and have your FI squeeze your hand as he would if he was holding it fairly tightly. #1 & #3 look as if they protrude a bit. I never wear my band because it isn't a smooth surface and we hold hands all the time. When my husband squeezes my hand (even just to indicate a change in direction when we're walking) it digs into my finger and the surrounding fingers. Make sure it's comfortable! Good point! I tried on a few more detailed bands that when I wasn't extending my fingers rubbed on the other ones and left marks. That's not fun!

And I totally want our dogs too!

Quote: Originally Posted by Feb14Bride Eddie and I had flowers for our wedding, but we are ordering a personalized cake topper made to look like us for our At Home Reception! Nicole Wong does amazing work, her website is: Welcome I will post pics of our topper when we get it! Lindsay Love this! Thanks for sharing. I laughed so hard; we have to get these!

I like the starfish one!

As far as ring shopping goes. I went with Joe to a bunch of different places and found a few rings that I really liked. I'm glad I went with because the ring I thought I really wanted looked absolutley horrid on my hand. My 2 cents is to go with and find a few options that you love and he can pick from those. Then it's still a surprise

I loved the beach in PV. It's great! Some pics from the "romantic zone"

We're staying in the Dominican for a week after our guests leave at the same resort. It's more economical for us to stay for 2 weeks rather than plan another vacation.. plus we want the time to ourselves after all of our guests leave to just relax and enjoy the sunshine and free flowing drinks

Ok, so I'm trying to get back on the band wagon, so I made WW fettuccini from their Italian cook book. I was excited and it looked really good. It was horrid! I was so sad : Everything else from that book is so good. So, my point here is to skip the fettuccini. It tastes greasy noodles without flavor.