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I totally forgot this part- what did you guys think of that odd exchange between Jessica and Bill at the end? It seemed to be hinting at some chemistry but I wasn't really sure. Even Steve picked up on it and said "Ohhhhhhhhhh!" He always likes it when dudes hook up with new chicks on shows. hahah Anyways, did anyone else notice? His whole tone with her was different and the little pause/stare in the convo confused me.

Very funny lines Erin. I loved the "worship him bitches!"

I was disappointed. It was just ok. Oh well. I guess we will see what next season brings.

Welcome! You better post pictures! I love Italian weddings. Its soooo pretty!

Whoa Erin. I'm suppose to be getting back to studying but I think you have diverted me.

Quote: Originally Posted by silverangel I just bought the first book today and started reading the first few pages...it's addicting already I tried to watch True Blood and I liked it the first time, but watched an episode last night and I'm too lost to get into it...will have to start at the beginning! Are there any other vampire book series that I'm missing out on House of Night series is another popular one. It's a little juvenile, but not any different than Twilight if you read that.

Quote: Originally Posted by hara_3d What issues, you ask? My fiance has forbidden the following locations: Mexico (because it is too dangerous, and not classy enough), Brazil--where he is from--is not 'good' enough, nor is Jamaica or Cuba or Dominican. No Thailand, no India, etc... This is hard, because we both want class, but also want to save the cash..... Quote: Originally Posted by hara_3d I do have to clarify that my fiance is not snobby or ..... When you start calling places "not good enough" I think this might be the definition of snobby. Or if you are ok with vocalizing your snobby opinions without regard that someone may be doing something that you think is tacky, classless, etc- you probably are being snobby. Mexico is 'not good enough' because of the reputation he has heard, swine flu, terrorist attacks--I am sure all of you heard of the drug dealers killing those children and locals and it's just not a place that sounds safe (or classy in the context of OUR WEDDING). Just yesterday, he was able to compromise on Mexico, with ESPERANZA - An Auberge Resort, unfortunately the cost is out of our budget. Quote: Originally Posted by hara_3d Ouch!!! I think this kind of response is not constructive and highly offensive. Why do people feel the need to lecture and put people down, especially when all they have are assumptions and misconstrued "facts". Nowhere in my post did I ever call a country 'not classy', nor would I ever assume so. I never had any disinterest in Mexico, I am actually fully open, but my partner has other thoughts. His opinions are based on reputation and from many websites around the area we researched, which turned out tacky, barren, and simply not our style. I, being ever the optimist, still had high hopes that we could find a place somewhere, but he has gotten fed up with over a year of consistent disappointments through our research to form a mental ban on certain locations for our ceremony. Granted, my post was long, but that's why I had to condense information to spare any reader the details--which unfortunately did make my post sound rather awful, for which I posted an apologetic correction. It wasn't really an apology because you were still negative about those countries! Taste is a very personal thing, and not everyone agrees on something. That's the beauty of this forum: people with like tastes can offer you alternative options, while others can find things you would overlook or offer their objective perspective on things. This should be a positive environment, and I don't see any need to jump down someone's throat for example, because they may not like feathery dresses, while your dress is full of feathers. Please try to confirm your reading of something before you post some spiteful and undeservedly offensive remarks next time. It's not good to go around making enemies. Wow- I MQ'd you so you can reread your OWN posts. Yes, you did call certain countries "not classy" but then you further tried to protect that statement by using your fiance as the "voice of those opinions." I don't care who said it- you wrote it for us all to read. Maybe you thought you reworded yourself better in your "apology" post, but I didn't really see any clarification there. Did you not realize that a few of the first brides to comment on your thread said "what's good enough?" I have a feeling that they were to nice to point out how offensive your wording is. Normally, I would like to cut you some slack and assume that you didn't mean to be rude and classless, but after reading your response back to Ann I can only see that you really aren't that nice. She was trying to helpfully point out that a majority of the brides on this forum are Jamaica and Mexico brides. You really want to post here calling their countries not good enough for you or classless? Or is "tacky, barren and simply not your style" a better, less offensive description of those countries? My advice- don't join a forum asking advice from a majority that didn't take the time to find a place "classy or luxurious" enough. Would you ask someone with god awful hair where they got it done? Didn't think so...

Ya the fog and the crow were kinda cheesy. Other than that, I liked!

Really Jessica? I bet you would like it! Get it on netflix!

Quote: Originally Posted by KRama I know everyone has kind words of "it'll be ok" and "you'll still have a great time" but bottom line is...that sucks. Of course you want everyone there! It does suck- at first. But I promise when all is said and done, it will be ok and you will have a great time. I have YET to see a bride on this forum (and there has been a lot in 2.5 years) come back and say she regretted not having her closest people there because of a DW. By the time you get back from your awesome wedding, you really won't care two shits about anyone. I would bet money that you will be a future Mrs. encouraging new brides that "it will be ok" because really- it will be. It will actually be better than ok.

Aww. I'm sorry. However, speaking from experience, I only had 18 people go to my wedding. I had a TON of declines. I was bummed at first, but just know, it won't rain on your parade. Your wedding will be beautiful and the best time for everyone involved. When you get back, I'm sure there will be a lot of people that have the "shit, I wish I went" apologies. We got it a lot. It makes you feel validated. But the most important part, after you get back you could really care who was there because you had so much fun and you're on cloud 9. It's more their loss, than yours.

I think this is something that every new bride experiences- even the non-DW ones. The first thing you must accept or you will be very unhappy is that your wedding won't be as high on everyone's priority list as it is yours. Yes, it sucks because you want everyone to be as happy and giddy as you are and of course, you want to share that with everyone. Unfortunately, people get married all the time, and those not exerpiencing the "newness" of it all will be neglectful and forget how exciting this period is. (Ie some singles and long time married couples won't think it's THAT big of a deal.) So my best advice, ignore everyone. Wrap yourself in your happy bubble and when people want to share that happiness with you, they will. Forget those that don't. Otherwise you are going to be very sad and it's not the time for that! As for your facebook friend, you should have sarcastically replied "ya I do asshole." That should get the point across that IF he was joking, it's not something that you really want to joke about. Tone is so hard to read in these scenarios so try not to let it shake you. As for the changing of status from single to engaged, maybe people didn't notice it. I have a lot of FB friends so my "updates" are changing quickly all the time and I sometimes miss important stuff that my really good friends post unless I go looking for it. However, congrats on your engagement. I hope the wedding planning process won't get you down, but honestly, its all about adjusting your thoughts/attitudes. No need to let others affect you and take away your happiness. Good luck!

This was actually really good. I was surprised because sometimes pilots can be lame. DH even watched it without complaining. I'm excited about a new show. YAY!

bahahaha. He totally does look like the grinch. That's classic. Side note: I like his coloring. Very rich and pretty.

Your cat is so pretty Lauren. Which one is this?

I think you should just say you value his opinion and take everything into consideration, but you still call your own shots!

Plus (no offense to your FI) his idea wasn't really that great. I'm sure it doesn't help that the police contributed to his suggestion of calling them. But seriously, at least I know in my state that a door ding is not considered an accident so it seems silly to report it, but whatever. I think you used common sense. It just so happens that the law in your state isn't using it. hahaha

Do you think you are the type to have that "OMG this is one!!!!" feeling? Not everyone is made that way, so trying to fit into a stereotype may leave you feeling like you should be experiencing something that's not really you, KWIM? I never had that "feeling" but I def liked my dress. I felt good in it and I was excited to wear it. That was enough for me. However, I do agree that you should go in with an open mind and try on everything that strikes your fancy- heck, even dresses in which you don't think is your style. You never know. And finding what you DON'T like is just as helpful as finding what you do. It narrows it down. Good luck. I'm pretty confident you will find a dress you love.

Ok I changed the pic of my fat bastard Tucker! So many cuties to comment on. I'm lovin them all!

I can't remember episode 1, but if you are married to the book story, I'm thinking you might not like the series. It does not follow it at all. However, if you can look outside that (and trust me, at first it was tough) you will love it. I watched season 1 first, then read all the books waiting for season 2. Actually, I thought the first season was pretty accurate. Season 2- not so much!

Oops. Double post.

Wow. Sorry I would be annoyed that a cop's time got wasted on a door ding so I think it's a little crazy to call one in this situation. Seriously- that is not life threatening and I can't believe that the cop would tell you differently. It sounds like he may have been confused with the situation. As for your FI freaking out, it sounds like he's making a mountain out of a molehill. Are you sure that something else isn't bothering him and he's using this as a reason to blow up? If it is really about a door ding, I would tell him to settle down because there is no reason to get so fired up about some scratches on a door. Scratches/dings on a car is inevitable. We get all kinds of rock chips in the winter and we certainly can't call the cops on the gravel.

Def the maggie. It's more flattering to your figure IMO. Plus the color and richness of the fabric is just GORGEOUS and classy. If it photographs well with an amateur camera, you know it's going to photograph beautifully in a professional's hand!

Oh geez Calia- get on it! you got some catching up to do. As for meeting Jason- jealous. Is your friend hot? You know since she's meeting all these celebrities. haha. I'm really disappointed that this is the end of the season too. It doesn't seem like it's been on that long!

I know- and what's Maryanne gonna do to Jason. I wonder if he can seduce her- ha. And the wedding dresses? At least that's what it looks like- what's going on there. I can't wait. I have a love/hate relationships going on with Sundays. I look forward to them for the shows, but I don't want them to come too fast because I want a long weekend! And Jenn, thanks for the Tucker compliment. He's a little whore so I'm sure he would love to hear it. haha. Is that a pug? We have the wrinkly faced dogs, and it's sooo stinkin cute!