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Beautiful! I spied you on her site the other day!! I loved Beth too- she really goes above and beyond and you can tell she takes pride in her work. It def shows in your pictures. They are perfect!

I started watching this- i got it through netflix but it didn't capture my attention too well. I think I only watched a few episodes. Maybe I didn't give it long enough because I really love this time period as well. I'm completely fascinated iwht the Tudors and have read lots of books based upon their lives. Calia- I liked Elizabeth and the Golden Age. She was truly a remarkable woman and it's so intriguing to watch her transformation. Her life must have been so exhausting- constantly worrying about some dude trying to dethrown her.

I can't even really remember book 2. HA! I read them back to back like you so by 8 I was a tad confused on all the characters. But I was also sick of starting every book with a slight recap of what happened in the prior 7 books. I read that series during Xmas time so I've had a slight break before starting #9 so I think i'll be thankful for the recap. Too much to remember! I'm so excited for True Blood though. I jsut put the date on my Outlook calendar so I can remember. Steve loves the show too so I always get extra into shows that we can watch together. There isn't many!

Nope- I wasn't in that one. I had a starfish that was mailed from member to member. Not just LC brides. I think someone (I'm not sure who decided to just keep one at LC but it was a brillant idea) came up with that idea sometime after my wedding.

Hi Josie- I somewhat know what you are going through. My hubby was married before me as well (his ex cheated on him too!) and for the first six months or so of our relationship I couldn't help compare myself as well. But at some point you HAVE to stop doing that. He's not doing it- which I think might be the biggest concern you have. You say your having nightmares comparing yourself to what she looked like on her wedding day, but I'm thinking you really are concerned that your FI will do that comparison and you won't "match up." If you are having those worries, you need to completely throw it out. Think of it this way- look at what you bring to the table: you won't cheat (which she did). You treat him with more respect and show more love than she did (obviously because she was a cheater!!) BTW- I think girls do that comparison thing and guys don't even have that thought. It's not part of their make up. There is NO way in hell your FI is even thinking about her. She made his life hell- why would you think you even deserve to be compared?

Wow- that puppy kept on ticking! That's a much better way to do it than mailing it! I think the starfish I used made it through 4 weddings before it crapped out. It was missing a few stones when I "borrowed" it but it lived a good life.

Ok so I figured it out- I don't have a book shelf. I have books shoved in random corners/drawers everywhere!! My friend told me #9 is a lot better than #8. I'm not sure about you but #8 kinda dragged along for me. I felt it was a big disappointment after #7. And I REALLLLY want the return of Erik which she said happens. YAY! Abbie does that too doesn't she? I remember her telling me that she had to go back and buy Twilight so they all matched. But Erin- you can wait for paperback. I don't want to pressure you. I just like talking books with people.

haha DORK! J/K. I know lots of people that like to do that, but I guess I'm not particular because I TRASH my books. I read in the tub so they get wet. I break the spine like crazy. I leave them lying around so sometimes they have a nibble or two from the dogs. I loan them out to anyone that will take them- I love pimpin books out. I just had a friend telling me how particular she is about her books and how she reads so carefully. That was CRAZY to me. I'm just not much of a rereader so maybe that's my problem. I get ADD if I already know how something is going to turn out. Anyways- you CAN NOT wait that long for paperback. I want someone to read it with me. HA!

Awesome review Andi!! First- congratulations. You looked beautiful and of course LC did it's thing. Second, I love the layout of your review- very helpful for upcoming brides. It sounds like you had the same "problems" as I did. I forgot all kinds of crap- just nerves I suppose! I had music issues too- unfortunately mine were DURING the ceremony but it provides a good laugh now when we get to retell that Another One Bites the Dust played right before I walked down the aisle. I too REALLY wanted a cocktail while getting ready but there was NO way in hell I was walking down all those stairs for it and I'm not the type of person to ask someone to go get one. Hmmm-- maybe for future brides they can talk to their WC about hiring someone for about an hour to be a drink fetcher. I'd pay some money for that! I ABSOLUTELY agree with having a plan for what the guests are suppose to do after the ceremony. We didn't have a lot of people and I kinda figured that they would go have cocktails/apps. But no- they all stood around watching us get our pics and I don't think the apps really got eaten. That's one thing I wish I could have changed. It was also kinda embarrassing having everyone stand around while you are taking pics. Awkward. Again, congrats on having a beautiful wedding. I'm sooo happy everything went well and you had such a memorable experience!

Erin- you get book #9 yet? My friend just loaned it to me but I haven't been able to read more than 10 pgs--grrrr....TUCKER!! Girls- if you like True Blood, def read the Sookie Stackhous Series! So far, it follows the books pretty true. I could barely stand reading Book 1 because it was basically the first season of True Blood. Anyways, a very entertaining light read. Perfect for summer. Also- I bought the box set NEW from amazon for like $30. It inlcuded the first 7 books in paperback. I've loaned these books out to a lot of my friends and they just blow threw them. It's a really fun series!

Quote: Originally Posted by jrprice24 You guys are all right and have helped me see the situation differently. I have never been worried about her being pregnant in pictures or the festivities but more the fact that I am going to feel responsible if something happens to her or the baby b/c she wouldn't be down there if it weren't for me. I will trust her judgment and just pray that everything turns out alright. Thanks again! Sometimes this bride thing sucks and I find myself getting a little wrapped up in all of the hoopla. I'm glad you were able to see it from another point of view. Sometimes weddings can become a little crazy because brides can get wrapped up in the "it's all about MEEEEEEE" mentality- which it technically is, but there must be some balance. Just because it's your wedding, it's not exactly acceptable to step all over others. Do what's right for you, but don't necessarily expect others to bow down and do what's right for you as well- KWIM? The best approach- just let things roll off your back. All the drama is so not worth it and by the time you get hitched, you will sit back and wonder why you allowed such small things to bother you. Focus on the positive and you will get through all the wedding stress. Good luck!

Quote: Originally Posted by RoryS I would do what others on here have said. Sit her down and say you know I felt we had always been very closed and over the past years; it seemed we've drifted apart. I hope it wasn't something that I said or did that made you seem to pull away. I did want to try to get back the same relationship that we had before and I thought that by asking you to be my MOH; we could get back the friendship that we once had and get close again. I really feel that you are uncomfortable being my MOH. If I've mis-read that; then I'm sorry, but if not, please don't feel that you're obligated to be my MOH. I will truly understand. If you still want to be part of the wedding and it's just that you are too busy to get into the details; would you mind if I asked my BF to help me out with the details? I would love for you to be part of the wedding but don't want to put any stress on you to handle the little details. You must remember the things that you went through with your wedding and I'm needing someone to lean on and get me through the next few months. I think this is really good advice. Have a nice, honest conversation. If you wanted to use the MOH role to bring you closer, you don't want to kick her to the curb and alienate your relationship even more! Obviously it's a good idea to keep peace in the family, so just see what her side looks like. Maybe she did agree to be MOH but maybe after some reflection she doesn't understand why she's the MOH. Maybe she will step down and you can have the best of both worlds. Good luck!

These are spectacular!! I love how natural they look. Seriously, you have some gorgeous pics here girl. You are sooo lucky!! Besides the one in your siggy, I absolutely love the 2nd one. You look gorgeous and she captured your love so well!

Quote: Originally Posted by bca33 Oh so sad about the starfish I think I'm after you Jamie so I will purchase a new one for all the soon to be brides! Oh BTW- people are always asking me about the starfish in my bouquet when they look at pics. It's such a nice story to share, but for some non-internet savvy people it kinda goes over their head. I guess it's hard for them to comprehend that we are sharing so much on the internet and building great relationships in that you are willing to SHARE stuff. But that's why I'm still here after being married for over a year.

Quote: Originally Posted by miss di wooohoooo! yea, we are stoked. i just looked at your pictures again!! SOOOOOOO beautiful. btw - love you as a brunette - your profile pic is great. do you have any plans to go back to PV for a little vacation? Aww thanks. I went brunette like a month after the wedding. I had never been dark before so it was scary but I liked the change. I've been a brunette for a year now and I don't think I will go back to blonde. I've added some caramel hilights since and that's probably the lightest I will go. No more roots!! I wish we could go back to PV. Unfortunately we aren't as dedicated for saving money for a vacation as we were for our wedding. It's a little hard to always look at the beautiful PV pics because that usually sends me over to a travel website looking up air+hotel packages. What can I say- I'm jealous of all you girls now!

No worries Diane. I'm glad you chose LC! It will def be a memorable experience!!

Jeni- I think my pics are still linked up in my siggy. Nate took all the guy pictures if you wanna see some more of his pics while you wait. I believe he did the night shot I have in my siggy but don't quote me! Britt-Yay! I remember waiting- it seemed like the days crawled by. When we finally got our CDs in the mail we stayed up all night looking at them. Seriously we had like 2000 images. It was crazy!

Awww I'm sorry. That truly sucks. Lots of brides invite people and they decline for no reason at all- or some bogus reason like money, vacation time, etc. At least you know it's the stupid swine flu rather than them just not giving a shit. So for an experienced bride's point of view (mine ) you will not notice they are not there. I had two people miss the boat going to my wedding and I didn't even notice they weren't there! LOL. I mean, they showed up in MX, but just didn't make the ceremony and I had no clue until they told me the next day. Trust me- it's their loss, not yours. Have a wonderful time! It will be the best experience of your life.

I like it. Sassy!

Awesome! They look beautiful. I'm so happy you were able to find a professional vendor you liked. We all know that's an added bonus!! I love the colors of your bouquet.

ooohhh Abbie- I'm so glad you had a wonderful time! Love the picture tutorial to go along with the description. It looks so beautiful. I shouldn't have read this because now I'm itching to go somewhere fun. Wanna loan me about $5k? You have some really gorgeous pics of the ruins. I love the black and whites of the columns. I hope I can go there someday. So have you stayed in touch with the couple? I made friends with some 60+ year olds when I was on a cruise with my college gfs. They were awesome and even offered to let us stay at their vacation house in Carmel (is that how you spell it?) We never took them up on their offer, but I wish we would have. We emailed for a bit, but it tapered off. Vacation buddies are fun.

Jeni- Nate was the second shot at our wedding over a year ago. He had some really beautiful pictures. I loved them. The teasers are awesome so no doubt you're getting some great photos. Brittany- I'm so excited to see you pics too! Beth was our photog and she's a doll!

I thought Paula's performance was ridiculous. I laughed at her more than anything. I'm not a huge Paula fan (like modern day Paula) so she probably didn't get a fair shake with me. I agree that she danced great- looked great, but she's suppose to be SINGING. It was WAY too obvious that she was lip syncing. It was almost like she didn't even try to look like she was singing. Oh well... Britney Spears does it all the time too, but no one really calls her a true artist either. More of an entertainer. As for No Doubt, I was really excited to see them perform. I love them and I hope I can catch them on tour. I haven't looked to see what cities they are at yet. Gwen did look a little tired, but she just had babies. She's excused. I did think her performance blew Paula out of the water though.

Quote: Originally Posted by aimee Jen has a weird mouth? Kinda like a muppet or something. hahaah love it.

That's fun Andrea. I wish we would do more fun stuff like that. Maybe next season. I do think Adam deserves to win out of all the people that's left, but I also think that's the worst thing that could happen to him. I"m not sure he could really be his own performer after winning AI. I mean their first single is a song that's given to them and they have no choice! That's not how I would want to start off my career- especially since he's not a cookie cutter performer.