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I LOVE #1. I think it's ones you could definitely wear again.

Quote: Originally Posted by carly Rach - OMG, they forgot panties! They ALL did? That's great. I am guessing that there was no wind, or that would've been a-whole-nother buller of mishaps. Yes Carly! The problem was that we had to get up at like 6am to go to LC. So smart people would probably set their stuff out the night before and double check that it's all there. Instead, they got up early, put on their bathing suits....actually check that- ONE got up early and the other had to be drug out of bed 5 mins before we got in our taxi. Anyways, both forgot to pack panties. I think my mom even did too! LOL They debated wearing their swim suit bottoms but both had ties on the sides of their bottoms so it made their dress not fit right. They decided to go sans panties. That's why the boat ride back from LC to PV was a very interesting ride. They were trashed and attempted to keep their dresses from flying up. Unfortunately, Steve saw a little too much of my sister's ass. Laughter ensued: until they got creative and decided to put some shorts on underneath: Even I had a fear of flashing my ginormous blue granny panties.

Well Ms. Lori- just wait til you are married and still log in every 30 mins.

Gorgeous photos. Defininetly looked like a fun night! Congrats- you were a beautiful bride.

I have a secret..... I LOVED my dress, but in retrospect, I wish I would have searched a little longer to find an alternative dress that I also loved that was a few dollars cheaper. Now I have a $800 (plus $200 alterations) dress sitting in my closet looking lonely. I doubt I can resell it- I'm 5' and no way in hell do I expect my future daughter (that is if I have one) to wear it. Sooooo sigh....Save the money if you find something you really like!

Awww...that's to bad about granny. They aren't suppose to be like that! I do agree with Yari. Let your FI deal with that situation. If he doesn't want her there, it's up to him to communicate that to her. It's his granny afterall. Quote: Originally Posted by gossip girl Wow that is tough. I am sure I will encounter the same thing as I am hoping to limit the list to 12 people. I know my FI wants his grandmother to be there and if she is well enough I figure why not. I was not planning to invite my grandparents since I don't think they can travel that distance. I find with family, you either invite everyone (aunts uncles, cousins) or you kind of have to invite noone. I can't invite one aunt over another...so if I really want a small wedding, it is noone! But I do see a situation if I want to invite one or two friends. How do I do that over family? These things are so complicated! Just to give you a little feedback- I have a close larger family. I have 6 aunts on my mom's side and 20 cousins (some have kids and spouses as well.) I was fearful to invite them all cause it does really add up, and in the end we invited every single one of them. From my side, my parents, sister, aunt, grandparents, and 2 cousins attend. That's it- 8 people out of around 65. I didn't think they all would come, but I guessed we would have about half of our family. Nope- not at all. Actually one of my aunts planned a trip to Cabo the week before we got married in PV. She refused to alter her plans for our wedding- even though we told her about our wedding a year in advance. She was dead set on going to Cabo and tried to convice us to have the whole family join her there instead. Anways, long tangent. I guess I'm just trying to say that not everyone will even bother to think about coming- let alone show up. So if it's stressful to hurt feelings over an invite, I would extend the invite knowing more than half of them will more than likely immediately say no.

Gorgeous pics! I LOVED your bouquet and dress. Very beautiful. Congrats!

Funny you say that....I just posted in a thread detailing the things that went wrong in weddings. They usually aren't perfect, but I understand your sentiments. I wouldn't worry just yet. It may be a simple fix.

Let's see- mine weren't hysterically funny but here's my list: * Best man got so drunk the day before wedding (the night of welcome dinner) he literally pissed himself- in front of everyone then passed out around 3pm never making it to the dinner. * Forgot the centerpieces for the tables. Ooops! * BMs stood in wrong order- MOH was the furthest away from me. * BMs forgot to pack panties so feared their cootchie may become exposed in a big gust of wind. * Wrong music played for ceremony. As a joke, we picked another one bites the dust as our recessional. As I'm waiting with the bridesmaids for their song to begin, I hear Another One Bites the Dust playing. They fade it out, then play the bridal entrance. I can't go yet cause the BMs haven't even walked. They fade that song out and play Another One Bites the Dust again. They fade that out, then my WC decides to send the BMs with no music in hopes that they got it right eventually. My MOH walked down the aisle to no music (since the idiots were in the wrong order!) but my BM finally had a song play- the one that all the guests were seated too. Thankfully, they got the bridal entrance right. LOL * My dad thought it would be funny to give his daughter away by answering the "who gives this woman away" question with "Her mother, I and VISA." Oh the comedian... * I was horrifically sick. I lost my voice so I sounded like a croaking toad during our vows. Seriously- no exaggeration here. Everyone laughed. Small stuff to make for a funny ceremony.

Oh no. They didn't have you double check all the info? I'm sure it can be straightened out, but I'm sure it's not something you want to worry about in the meantime. Congrats too!

Beyond so cute. I absolutely love the things little ones say. They often time have the most brilliant thoughts/ideas.

WTF- they teach you that stuff now Angela? We always had drills to practice getting under the desk or running to the nearest doorway. We need an update ASAP- I don't want to be squished like a bug. (not that we have earthquakes all the time or anything....)

Yikes Yari. Those aftershocks will carry on for awhile. When I was 15 or so we had a 6.0 earthquake- the rolling kind too! It felt like we had aftershocks for the whole day. Stay safe ladies!

I love the greenery along the aisle. Beautiful set up. You looked gorgeous of course. Lovely dress and I adore your b&w photo with the pop of red!

They look fabulous! I love your lip gloss- LOL. French maid outfit is cute too.

Monica- you are gorgeous! Stunning eyes and I absolutely love your entire bridal look. I will have to come back later and look at the rest but just wanted to add my thoughts thus far.

Oh that's terrible Tammy. I am so sorry to hear that. Also, I did receive a thank you card for my donation. I thought that was a sweet touch. If you were responsible, thank you! If it was someone else within the organization, please pass on my thanks. It was adorable little card.

That's wonderful news. I hope your health is doing well! Take care Edna!

So I'm totally prying here...tell me to shutup if need be. You have never kissed? Boy oh boy...I sense some steamy TTD pics. Maybe you guys should go with Kristie and do the artistic nude ones. LOL

Weird they sell them there. Also, sometimes you can go into casinos and requests decks. We give ours away by the brick (which is either 12 or 24...I forget).

Quote: Originally Posted by ashrose He's just really cute because we are so traditional... we aren't kissing until our wedding day... at the altar. (565 more days!!). Wait....say what? You aren't kissing until your wedding day? No wonder he doesn't want to waste any potential bed time doing a shoot. LOL

Is finding a TTD dress a suitable compromise? Or are you wanting to wear THE dress for the TTD?

Sandra, Celena and Tara- Thanks for your well wishes! I know I will be leaning on you all for some support when I feel like killing someone for some good ol food! Tara- I know what it feels like. I was in your situation not that long ago. I was working out HARD with my DH and eating right. I didn't lose a stinkin pound. I was sooo frustrated and I got married at my heaviest weight- EVER. I was still the happiest girl and I won't take back one single experience. However, I was so upset by my lack of results I finally consulted a doctor. Have you had a check up to make sure your thyroid, blood sugar and metabolism are all up to par? If not, I would definitely go that route first. It will save you some heart ache and frustration, not to mention take the first step in helping you get on the right track for a healthy life. If you have any issues with thyroid or blood sugar other areas of your body will severely suffer! My doctor is surprised I don't have PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) because it's very common with women who have blood sugar troubles like me. In the meantime I wish you much luck and patience. Weight loss isn't over night and we all have to remain positive and patient.

I would just like to add that while Mary might be intimidating you or causing a "threatening or hostile work environment", it doesn't necessarily constitute as unlawful harrassment. Unlawful harrassment involves the protected classes of race, gender, age, disability, religion, etc. In cases of unlawful harrassment your company MUST act, but when someone is being "mean" or "intimidating" it is a different scenario. I think you do have a valid point to make when speaking with management, but I just wanted to point out that this is a different scenario that isn't protected by civil rights (although you are in Canada so I don't know what laws you all have.) I think your company should have intervened LONG time ago- especially when a supervisor admits to you that they have noticed the way that Mary treats you. I don't know what they expected from this situation. Did they just think that Mary would wake up one day and stop being a bitch? It's totally wrong on their part. I think you should talk to your manager and bring her attention to the way Mary has been treating you. Point out that your supervisor even noticed and commented on the situation. Hopefully she will take some steps to rectify this situation whether that be disciplining Mary or just modifying your work environment. In the meantime, I would not talk to Mary about anything work related. If you do need to speak to her about something WORK related, keep it professional. If she is negative or tries to "shoot you down," thank her for her input while in her head saying (f* you bitch) and stick by what you want to do. Do not give her the upper hand and let her bully you into doing whatever she wants. NEVER EVER talk to her in private. I mean- NEVER. Always have a witness present (hopefully a supervisor or HR rep) to mediate. IF she tries to talk to you alone, refuse and tell her that you will gladly make a meeting so she and you can talk in the presence of a supervisor. Period. Please please don't let Mary run you away. Especially if you like your job. This is a great lesson to learn on how to deal with assholes in the workplace because trust me, they will always be there. Just don't tolerate it. Document occurences and bring them to light. Good luck! You know we are here to listen and help.

Great question and answers. I've always wondered myself. LIke "how do they do that...." We have had the privilege of viewing some of the most amazing pics.