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Nordstroms. $50 each! You can kinda see the beading on the boobs. I don't have closer pics uploaded. The girls loved them and they were super comfy. I totally would buy them all over again because they photographed well and the price was right!

we considered Dreams early on but the rates were too much for us. We went with the Barcelo instead- my parents always stay at Dreams PV so they were a little shaky on switching. They did and they liked the Barcelo. THey just don't serve the top shelf liquor like Dreams does and not as many A La Carte restaurants. They said they would return to Barcelo for a shorter stay- under 7, but would prefer Dreams if it were a longer stay for the mix of foods.

Welcome. Lots of PV brides here as well as Las Caletas. I don't know anything about Velas though. Sorry. We stayed at the Barcelo.

Our fire dancers were like the very last thing! I thought they weren't going to show for a long time. But I agree- it's so much freer to be in a shorter dress.

Sounds fabulous. I looked at wedding pics before that had some peacock themed stuff. I wonder where I saw that....hmmm... Anyways, I can't wait to see an Italy wedding so you better keep us posted. And we want to see your invites- LOL!

We thought we would get our monies worth too, but we had a hard time getting drunk. Not sure if it was watered down booze or too much food in the belly! LOL

Ok that is POORLY marked. I can see the sign on the wall, but really, the spot should be CLEARLY marked. Not just to prevent people from getting tickets, but also to make sure people don't park there on mistake and make a disabled person walk further. I hope you can contest this. I would even note that the cop thought it was ridiculous to issue a ticket. geesh.

Well $20 adds up for a several night stay. Is that a AI?

haha Stephanie. I was wondering what happened.

Ok Amy- I saw this yesterday and wondered why all the PV brides wanted Paula's brochure. I mean it's fabulous, but most of the info doesn't apply!

Sounds like some type of waterproof LED light. Small pic but maybe something like this: With them nearly $10 a peice, i'm not sure. That would mean 450! I would ask for a picture- but I wouldn't do it even if it was the most incredible thing ever. $4500 on one aspect of decor? No thanks! Maybe they meant in pesos?

And you can rewear it- at least I would. I like wearing my wedding day accessories now- it takes me back. Awww...

Oh that's pretty. I love the view of the ocean and the infinity pool. I def LOVE the pictures of the bridal party of the rocks. The women look like mermaids! Is that near Barcelo in Mismaloya? It looks like it!

Quote: Originally Posted by DougsGirl we really wanted a true DW only, but there are just too many people in our families and friends who we really wanted to celebrate it with who couldn't do a DW for various reasons, so we're doing both! we thought if we're gonna do a huge AHR, we might as well do a wedding for everyone too, while they're gathered LOL Abbie. We had this same problem but it sounds like you guys are nicer. We are just doing a BBQ in the backyard. We talked about making it bigger but I didn't want to fork out more money just to appease them. Steve still wants bigger but I finally convinced him to the dark side. Muhahaha.

Ok that's absolutely NONE OF THEIR BUSINESS. I know they are trying to be a good friend and all, but how you handle your finances and the deals you and your FI work out are none of their business- period. I would be seething pissed especially since your BF didn't have the decency to have a heart to heart with you and instead convinced others to join in since she was too cowardly to say it by herself. WHEW! Ok, I would just let her know how you felt. Tell her it was inappropriate and if she's concerned about you as a friend, then she should talk to you but don't get into matters of "money" and if your FI is doing his part financially. It sounds like she was trying to be a good friend, but she forgot to leave her judgemental side home. That happens to the best of us and I know I have violated that rule a time or two. As for the necklace, I'd still give it to her. I can't see this as being a deal breaker as friends. She just crossed a boundary of your privacy. Hopefully she will handle things better in the future.

Ok gotcha. I didnt realize your wedding at home was the real deal. I just thought it was something to make some people happy before you left. Geez, I dunno then. We had only 20 people at the wedding (incuding us!) and I'm glad they flattered me all night with compliments- LOL. But if your guests have already seen it, I dunno then- especially with no photog to capture some great images of you in your dress on the beach!

Ya I agree with Rachelle. There is no right and wrong in this situation. We couldn't vacation before the wedding because we didn't have a lot of free cash floating around. Would I have if we did- absolutely. It's WAY less stressful to have all your money set early on before the wedding. We stressed forever trying to figure out how to save up all the money we needed too. We ended up having it all taken care of 3 months before the wedding and we were absoltely thrilled it was taken care of. So much less pressure and fighting!

haha Erin- we are on a co-ed slow pitch softball team and we play on Mondays. I whine EVERY Monday night that I'm going to miss Bones, House, The Hills, etc. Thank goodness for DVR but still! TV rules my life sometimes. Our friends/neighbors walked by our house last night and DH went out to talk to them. I yelled "hi" out the window and didn't go out because I wanted to finish watching the finale of America's Next Top Model. haha so sad.

I changed mid-way through the reception. I kept trying to dance and people would either step on my dress or the bustle would come undone. Too much shakin going on- LOL. I didn't really plan on ever changing but I brought a dress "just in case." Well obviously I changed and I'm glad I did. I wanted to have a good time and the dress just kept getting in the way. It was more important for me to have a good time, then look great in my dress the whole night. I know some girls want to sleep in the thing, but I'm totally not like that. I just want to PAR-TAY! I won't lie. Travelling with the dress was horrible! I hated it. I ripped the bag and had a hard time carrying the stupid thing without dragging it. I tried to just fold it over my arm, but then the dress would fall of the hanger. Steve carried it most of the time for me so I was thankful. Even though it's crappy to travel with, I think you should ABSOLUTELY bring your big wedding dress. I think you would regret not wearing it even if it's a PIA.

Glenda I'm 27 and have no life either. LOL

I know this isn't helpful since I didn't get married in Canada but we did the I do early too. We got married in Vegas and we did the ring exchange, the vows, the silly kiss and we didn't let it be the real deal in our minds. We just made it silly- I mean, come on it was. We had horns honking in the background during our vows and the vows themselves were completely ridiculous. With that being said, it didn't take away from our "real" wedding at all! I mean- AT ALL! We both still got teary eyed and totally sucked up in the moment. I wouldn't worry about the pre-ceremony taking away from the wedding ceremony. It still magical even though you know you were previously married. I was SO nervous before the wedding ceremony and I have no idea why. I was already married at that point, but it sure didn't feel like it. LOL

Ok now I need to start watching it. I saw previews and I thought it was for pre-teens. Apparently not! I like stupid drama shows so I'm sure I would like this too. Great, another excuse for DH to whine that I make him watch crappy shows. You know what's funny about it- Steve whines that I watch crap like the Hills, but then when I go watch the last recorded episode without him, he gets upset that I didn't wait for him. What the hell dude?

I don't know about the ROR, but our hotel had candles set up around the tub anyways. So they obviously didn't have a policy against it. I think it's a great idea to have some candles.

I don't know if I can choose a favorite. But I do love the look of the graffetti "sharkeez." Very interesting back drop. Is this your pro photog for the wedding? I love their style.

I'm sorry it hasn't been recovered but that's great that you get a new one! I knew Tom was trying not to make you more distraught. Steve does that all the time and it ends up making me more upset- mostly at him. Guys don't get it!