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Hmmm you mean the awkward conversation in which Heidi is bitching at Spencer to respect her sister. Well gee- have some respect for her and take the damn conversation out of the room! I agree- fake fake fake. I don't care though. Still entertaining....LOL

I have a larger family on my mom's side (65 people). We assumed that most of my aunts would make the wedding but maybe one because we are all close. I also figured that my closest cousins would probably make the trip so we figured maybe 25 family members on my side. We ended up with 9- which included my immediate family of mom, dad and sister. One aunt came, 2 cousins and grandparents. My DH's family- brother, wife, grandparents, aunts & uncles, and cousins did not come. He only had his parents come and they booked EXTREMELY late. We thought they weren't coming. We ended up having 18 people (not counting us) come to the wedding. Most that came were my parents' friends whom I have known for forever too. Poor DH didn't really know any of them prior to the wedding. We only had two of our friends make it too! All claimed to be too poor or were not able to save the money up in the end. Soo to sum it up, we invited around 120 people and had 18 come. We were so disappointed in the beginning and felt completely unloved. In the end, we decided to forget about all the negativity. I cried too much and DH felt shitty since he only had his parents and one friend "representing" his side. I won't lie- our feelings were really hurt. However, we didn't plan crap around anyone. Well except my own parents and sister. We chose spring break so they could easily come- my sister is in college and my parents are in the eduaction field. Had we planned specific resorts and times around people and then have them bail, I'm sure I would be furious too. BUT at some point you just have to stop being mad and focus on the good. Otherwise you will be soo miserable until May. I'm not saying you have to stop being mad right now- hell no. Vent, cry, get it all out. Then decided if DW is still in your heart and commit to focusing on you and FI- no one else! Keep positive and let your wedding be a pleasant, wonderful experience!

I really know how bad it sucks. Let me tell you that when we started having "definitely" turn into "maybe" or the dreaded "oops- i lied" we too became VERY upset. We even talked about giving in and doing a home wedding. Instead we had a long talk and decided that we wanted to do a DW no matter what. We changed our perspective to one of "we will just think about those that come, not those that don't." It was the best move we made. We didn't worry about anyone else and consider them bonuses- not let downs. I hope that once you get past all the intial shock and pissed off feelings you will find the light at the end of the tunnel. I was there too girl- it's possible for it all to turn around. Just keep your head up in the meantime and don't let the assholes rain on your parade.

Oh gosh. I'm so sorry. I think you should still do what's in your heart (assuming this is still in your heart.) I don't have great advice- just wanted to say I'm feeling for you!

hahaa Yari. That's ridiculously funny. WTH- I can't see this as the best profession for him considering a majority of his patients will most likely be having sex before marriage AND wanting BC. LOL soo funny. I thought I had a quack of a doctor a few months ago when I wanted blood testing for my thyroid and he started talking to me about how I'm not properly using my college degree then went off about me not wanting to be on BC because I was thinking of having kids in a year or so. He ranted about how I could possibly end up pregnant. I was like "ya- so? I just got married dude. I'm not concerned." That was my last visit there. I don't want lectures, thank you much. Your visit was BY far the worser of the two. Great story though.

Kids and drinking don't mix- at least in my mind. I hate getting drunk while a little one is innocently looking at me like "wow, you dirty lush." Anyways- it's your party, you call the shots. I don't think it's rude at all. It's like having any other party at your house- say an adult Christmas party. Is it rude to ask people to not bring their kids? Absolutely not. It's adult fun time, not a BBQ for all ages.

Cute dress for mama. My BM wore a pink shirt and he didn't complain once! haha He actually liked it.

Gorgeous shoes. Now you need to do a BD shoot with them so whenever your FI sees the shoes he thinks dirty thoughts- not that he can probably help it now cause they are so hot!

Super cute! I love the crest- so unique.

Maybe some girls can provide more specific information to Cabo, but honestly there was so many liquor shops that it was almost too easy for us to find tequila- even the mini bottles. Personally, I would purchase when you get there and not worry about them possibly breaking during your flight. On the way home, it was quite obvious so many people had broken tequila bottles in their bags. We could totally smell it as we were picking up our bags- which was not fun after returning home with a massive hangover!

I LOVE your dress. Very beautiful. I agree though that the flower would look great in your hair.

Ya- and Brody was encouraging it or something. I was sooo lost. You know what's incredibly cute and funny. My DH has a man crush on Brody so he watches the Hills with me. LOL He kept saying "Why so many commercials!" last night and bitching about the cast interviews. I think he was just cranky waiting for an appearance of Brody- which never happened. Muhahahah

THat's my biggest fear- for myself! I'm always afraid i'm going to lose it. I try to be careful but i'm so forgetful. Poor DH. I know he's on pins and needles waiting for me to lose the damn thing.

Good episode- well at least the 5 mins they showed! Ok- Doug is hot. But I'm confused. He was all matchy matchy with Frankie in Lakers jerseys. At first I thought he was Brodie when they showed up a the bday party. So he's a Brodie friend too? Confusing.... Spencer- I'm so with you Jessica. I wouldn't mind curb stopping him either. He's such a controlling ass and it's beyond me how Heidi doesn't see that. Wow. Lo- Seeing this side of her personality is shocking to me. On Laguna and previous small spots on the Hills she always seemed so bubbly. But since she moved in with the girls and caught a bit more air time, she is such a judgemental bitch. Its hard to believe. I guess in the end she did try with Audrinna, but Audrinna wasn't having it and was SUPER mean back. I somewhat felt that both girls should try to keep it respectful for LC. She's going to have a tough time hanging with 2 feuding BFFs and who wants to go there!

Adorable pics ladies. I love seeing the progression of the drunkiness! LOL Cute hair Jaime. Love the new cut! Lisa- you look so adorable preggo. Rach- your drunk faces crack me up. I think you could rival me in that category.

Martha- I love your photogs work! BEAUTIFUL pictures!! I don't think you could have looked any happier. You were totally all smiles and you looked so happy and beautiful. Congrats!

LOL- def need pics! OMG too bad you didn't have one of you falling down then landing on the giant blow up penis....

Quote: Originally Posted by ErinB You can do this but you need to make sure mom and friend get the original invite. Frist off, how many invites are we talking? Since it's just a shower, I honestly don't think it would be a huge deal. You don't want to insult anyone, especially since she probably feels like she did a really good thing for you. Your BP will know you hate them and most people should recognize they weren't your taste. At the shower, you stand up and offer a toast or whatever to your guests to thank them for coming and a special thank you to mom's friend for making the invites as her gift to you. This should clarify the situation. I had a shower and the invites and decor weren't what I would have done, but I know the hostess worked really hard and I wouldn't dream of hurting her feelings by telling her so. She is really sensitive and this would not have gone over well. I agree with Erin. Just let it go. Everyone knows that the bride has really nothing to do with the shower and if she did, well that's just tacky and rude. Honestly, I don't think it's a reflection of YOU or your taste but rather the hostess. Just be gratiful she's throwing you a shower and give a toast of thanks. That will clear everything up and make those who may be stupid enough to think you made the invites know the real truth.

Rachel I am so sorry to hear that you are going through all this. My heart just aches for you. However, I'm happy to see how strong you are. It takes a lot of balls to follow through with what your heart and gut are telling you so I give you much kudos for being brave. You are absolutely correct that it is easier now than later. I just had a talk with one of my friends that is in serious trouble in her relationship and she doesn't want to throw 4 years away. I only asked her what would she say to her future self if she realized she stayed and then threw 20 years away. She still couldn't get herself to cross that road even though she knows she should. I believe you are much better off than she will be. If you need anything- even just to chat, let us know! Take some time to heal.

Beautiful Maura. I love your flowers- such a pretty color!

Great review. They look FABULOUS!!! I stayed at Barcelo so I'm pretty sure I know which one Casa Kalista was. We eyeballed it the whole time.

haha Erin- if that was the case, maybe I WOULD have gone to that school. Nothing like starting off a new school with lots of friends!

Quote: Originally Posted by ethrondson The curb was on the right side, yet I fell off and landed on my left side. I had my camera on and I landed on it jamming the zoom, and my shin and calf were all scrapped and I had a big gash in my elbow that was pretty close to getting stitches. Ummm I just did this 2 days ago stepping off our curb in front of my house! I was trying to get in the passenger side of the car and for whatever reason my leg just gave out and I twisted my ankle, scrapped my shin on the bottom of the car and bruised the hell out of my elbow when it smashed into the curb. Both DH and my sister witnessed. They started to laugh but realized I was actually really hurting. Not to mention, how the week before our wedding I was walking the dog and fell of the curb because I was skunk eyeing some dude across the street. I badly twisted my ankle and could barely walk on it. Steve had to carry me home which was only a block away! Erin- I'm DEATHLY afraid of stairs. Unfortunatley, I had to walk down some for the wedding so that was instaneous fear. I was successful though. Anyways- here's ONE of my stair stories. When I was a senior in high school, I was recruited by a college in Cali. I went down to meet with the coach and after the meeting, we were walking down some stairs. I tripped and fell down the whole flight of stairs and landed in the lobby area of the athletic office where a TON of football players were gathered waiting for something. They all started to laugh because honestly, it probably was hysterical. I sprawled out face first across the floor. To make matters worse, the coach runs down to help pick me up and my dad loudly says "that wouldn't have happened if she didn't wear her stupid Herman Munster boots." Ugh- needless to say, I didn't go to that school!

Quote: Originally Posted by adias.angel I think that is a great question. I had to stop and really think about that and you are right! It won't change a thing. Oh I am sooooo telling her that next time she brings it up. Exactly and to sum up what Jason politely said (LOL) who gives a shit! If your mother were to tell you today that she won't believe your engaged, wouldn't you just laugh at the insanity? It's like helloooo- ring on the finger, wedding license that proves your married, the vows you gave each other in your hearts, does your mom really have the power to say "nope, that never really happened?" It's just a dumb threat to get her way.

Welcome back. You won't get caught up but oh well. LOL YOU are married!