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That is great! I'm sure we will all be crossing our fingers and wishing good luck!

double dog dare Ok, I've been searching and then remembered, I have a company with whom I purchase all of my business promotinal items! DUH! They are wonderful to work with and often can get around minimums, etc. PM me if you want her contact information and my name for referral.

CHeck this site out: R-Bag Canvas Tote, Custom Printed Canvas Tote. As low as $3.47, 12145 They are on sale for $3.50 each and they will print them. All cotton canvas, natural. There are many other styles as well. They might not have the right color straps but you could do a logo to incorporate all of your colors.

What a wonderful story! Welcome and happy planning!

Welcome! Be sure you have pictures ready to share with the other OR brides when you return!

Welcome Olive! There are tons of great tips to be found!

Welcome to the forum! Happy planning!

Congrats and Welcome! Enjoy your planning!

Welcome! I'm sure you'll find tons of great info and inspiration here!

We are waiting about a month to have our AHR. It is the summer of the wedding for us, 8 total from May 17 to Sept 6. and we are in half of them. That was the only time we could squeeze it in. We're having a cocktail reception--a mix of casual and traditional. No specific dances, bouquet toss, garter, etc. I do want to wear my dress again , but it is very simple.

Welcome! I'd say you're doing great with the planning. You've found the groom and the location, the rest are just details!

Welcome to the forum! It is addictive!

I agree with Danielle. The invites don't have to match exactly, they are to introduce your guests to your theme. No one else will remember the color difference but you. If someone does show up with invitation in hand and holds it up to BM dresses or something, then they have other issues! LOL Don't waste anymore time/effort/money on such a small detail if the color will suffice. PS - I was going to order Caspian Envelopments because I thought they were turquoise. Is that not the case? I already have my insert cards and they are "Aqua Lagoon" so I don't want to end up with two of the same color.

I love it! Thanks for sharing!

I'm doing a trial run with my stylist here and having her take careful notes. I'm bringing my MOH with me because she will be the one doing my hair.

I bought one bikini and keep it hanging in my bathroom so I have to constantly look at it. I'm hoping it's the inspiration I need to lose some pounds!

Welcome to the forum! A majority of the fabulous ladies here were married or are getting married in Mexico. I'm sure you'll find TONS of tips!

Becks, wasn't it your FMIL who didn't like the STD's? That doesn't bode well for her taste. I would say take that high road and ask her with you but only for a limited amount of time. "We're going Friday from 11am to 1." or something like that. It's not your fault if it is inconvient for her, you offered! I'm usually a big fan of killing with kindness.

Our resort has a big golf course so I'm getting a little 3-pack of golf balls. It's also something FH is interested in so it feels like a "gift from him".

That is ABSURD! I think I might have to write an angry letter of my own. I was diagnosed with endometriosis at 18 and have already gone through hell trying to preserve my fertility so I have a shot at having a baby. Some people are so STUPID, and yet they end up on television...

Congrats on your big decision. I'm a Couples Bride (Swept Away) but I'll ask the co-ordinator which are the newest rooms at OR. Don't forget to tell them it's your honeymoon so you can get the free massage!

Technically, in the olden days the groom or his family paid for the honeymoon, groom's attire, bride's bouquet, and the rehersal dinner. My mom is helping us out A LOT because my dad isn't paying for anything. Not because he can't afford it...whole 'nother story involving a crazy step-mom. FI's brother is getting married 3 weeks before us so I don't know what to expect from them. The brother is having a very traditional wedding with an expensive rehersal. I certainly don't expect them to pay, but it's more the thought (or lack thereof) that counts. We've had some major issues with equity on FI's sideof the family and this feels like a lack of support.

They are both beautiful! I'm a little partial to Casablanca though. I've heard they are some of the best made dresses so they travel well.

I LOVE them! Great work! The RSVP postcard is a wonderful idea. The photobooth pics are so much fun, we are actually renting one for our AHR.

I loved this! I will probably do something similar! I was surprised at the negative feedback. Critics were saying she was an attention whore and this was cruel and unusual punishment. I say kudos for responsible parenting.