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While I loved our arch, I really can't say I would spend that much either. YIKES that is a steep price. However, I didn't do anything else for the ceremony- but for $800, I could come up with a whole lot of things instead.

OMG Glenda. First, I feel terrible for laughing at your story. I have to admit it though- I laughed. I could easily picture the whole thing. Second, I'm SO sorry you were in pain. I get pains like that when I have to poo, so I totally understand what you must felt. Third, I just wanted to say this again- I feel terrible for laughing.

Me too Abbie. Totally weird because my hair is naturally curly, but when you try to make it softer by using a curling iron, it won't hold. I had my hair curled, then pinned up. Worked out well- I think. Still waiting on those darn pics! lol

I can't wait to see how much you girls lost! So exciting!

Gone are the good old days of pranking. In jr. high we used to prank call people all the time. "Is your refridgerator running?"

I heard it still costs $75 if it's done in the first year. Is that true?

I think it's a good idea to get it done. Plus it's always good to test out how your hair will hold a particular style. For example, maybe you want soft waves but you find out your hair goes flat after 30 mins. That's a good thing to find out before the wedding.

I thought of the OC as a new 90210, but I was just really disappointed with the show after the first season. Maybe it was just being older than 16 and my taste in tv had evolved. You know, watching more sophisticated shows like The Hills, Real World, etc. I hope this show works out though. I LOVED my 9-0.

haha. How can you really prove your identity by mail though? They can't exactly compare the picture ID to your face.

Jamie- you have to mail in your driver's license? On my social security forms it said just a certified copy of the marriage license? That's weird- is that a state thing because I thought SS was a federal thing? Anyways- I waited for what felt like 2 hours when I went. Biggest PIA. Now I have 2 names because I haven't converted everything over. I just got my new driver's license and I forget to sign papers in my NEW name. Argh- the pain us women always have to go through.

She is the cutest thing EVER! I want to adopt her.

Oh Abbie- I've met Jason Seahorn too. My old softball coach was his godfather. He played football at a small community college in CA and I played softball there. He bought our team our warm ups and all new Nike cleats. Woohoo- I have cleats bought by Jason Seahorn. haha

Matthew Lawrence right? I saw him in some cheesy made for tv flick. Must have been a boring night.

Loved #1. Great pics. I bet DH LOVED it.

I know how disappointing it can be when people can't make things we are looking forward to. I feel for you on that. I'm sure it will still be a good time though! Many people I love couldn't even make my wedding, but it didn't stop me from having a wonderful time. I kinda disagree with the priorities of putting a shower over a niece's recital. While it may not be a big deal to you, it might be to her. I had some aunts that wouldn't miss some of my games for anything. Everyone has other things going on in their lives and it's somewhat unfair to assume that all things wedding related should be their top priority too. I agree with the girls. I would have the shower and bachlorette party on the same day. Seems the easiest solution since people have to travel that far too! That's a lot to ask in my opinion.

Wow- VERY similar background to me. My now husband was also the product of a messy divorce. He was married for 5 years and he ended up finding out that his wife was cheating on him with her boss. They separated and then he found out she also had a 3 year affair with his best friend. Needless to say, he lost both a wife and best friend in that whole mess. She also had a daughter who he had been the "daddy" to for 5 years considering the biological father died when she was a baby. His ex wouldn't let him have contact with the daughter and he had such a hard time dealing with it all. We started dating about 10 months after he became officially divorced. Let me tell you, I came in during a time of his life that was probably the hardest. After dating for 6 months, his grandma ended up passing away as well. It was a very hard time for us because I always felt like he was sad and I spent most of the time either listening to his troubles or trying to cheer him up. After it awhile, it just really took a toll on me as well. He didn't care about his ex either- he totally just blew it off because he said it was very easy to stop caring for someone if they do something like that to you. He compeltely shut off all those emotions. The hard part for him was losing the daughter. While he wasn't "angry" like your boyfriend is, he definitely was sad and would sometimes talk angrily about his ex. That was it. It does get easier as the time progresses. Now, after 4 years together, I sometimes forget he was married before because we never talk about it. He's moved on and he's dealt with all the pain he had to endure that first year. I'm not sure what type of advice you were seeking, but I can only offer my story. I provided support during his rough times and I know it made our relationship stronger. If your relationship can endure some hard times, then you know it will be a successful one.

Morgan, that weasel scares me. I have a facebook too and even less friends there! haha totally didn't even know facebook existed when I was in college and now I haven't spoken to half those people in 5 years.

I had delivered my STDs. THey were all so excited to get them from me, so it also made me feel great when they gushed about how cute they were.

Oh and for boxing fans, we met Roy Jones Jr. A guy we work with used to be his promoter so we got to go to a Floyd Mayweather fight. We sat ring side and saw Michael Jordan across the way. After the fight, we followed Roy Jones and his posse up to a box suite. As we were walking in the halls, people began to call out to him and come up. It eventually built up to a huge crowd and we had to run down the halls to keep away from the mob. It was crazy and totally a rockstar moment. I was so scared because people kept running by me and hitting me to get to him.

DH meets a lot of people (usually celebrities that aren't exactly in their prime anymore) and I try to get in on the backstage passes. He does the Events and Entertainment for our casino, so last weekend he worked with Collin Raye. Recently, we have had Earth, Wind and Fire (total divas btw), Rick Springfield (really old looking now), Montgomery Gentry (nicest guys ever). This upcoming month we will have Dana Carvey (I really want to meet him!) and Blue's Traveler.

I know I would be pissed- especially since you paid for the trip. Hellooo ungrateful people. They need to start kissing your ass because seriously, if I got a free trip from someone I would be doing whatever I needed to do to make sure I "repaid" them somehow. So you've justified that they aren't an inexperienced bridal party but do you think they may be a bridal party that's over all the wedding crap because they have done it so many times? Like they look at you as an irrational bride since they have the been there, done that attitude?

no doubt in my mind that the mom knew. No freaking way she couldn't hear a baby cry. That's insane. What a sick twisted man.

Yay- hubby finally got home. Now I'm off to annoy him. Have a great weekend ladies!

I'm glad it went well Michelle. My heart goes out to you. I'm sure your grandma will always be with you!

Dude Morgan when you go snorkeling those fish are all up on ya! I nearly drowned a few times because one would hit me and I would start to scream. So freakin weird. My dad was kayaking in PV one year and he said a whale breached not to far from him. Scary indeed!