Kristy!

Wow, I wasn't expecting such a large response! I have a feeling two sessions will need to be scheduled! What I will do is go through the list based on who responsed/PMed me first. That's the only fair way I can think to do it. I will ask for a $50 deposit to hold your spot and we'll do the payments through Paypal so everything is secure. Then, when BD day comes, you'll only need to pay an additional $100 for the session and $100 if you want hair and make-up done. Sound fair? The date is definitely Feb. 7th. My friend and I have our hair and make-up appointment scheduled for 11:00, so the actual photo shoot will probably start around noon. Julie will make the appointment for you. So I guess I should start PMing people! This is super exciting! Once again, I'll keep everyone posted.

I doubt airfare is really going to drop. The airlines have a lot of debt to overcome. Our flights from NY were $608 per ticket when we booked in July and it's about $50 higher now. If you have at least 10 people flying with American, make sure you get the wedding discount. It's good for 10% off the flight and it's super easy to get. Last time I checked the DC area (I have a few guests coming from there), flights were just under $600 with the discount. I think it was $585 with a layover in Miami. Oh, and they just added an evening flight from Miami and additional flight to Miami from St. Lucia which I think is great. Hope this helps.

OK, I have an update. Julie can shoot up to 5 girls. I have asked her if my friend and I can have an 11:00 hair/make-up appointment, so I'm thinking we'll be shooting around noon. I'll ask for definite answers towards the end of December. Please really think about if you can commit to this. I would hate to have to exclue someone and then have someone else back-out at the last minute. Also, think about whether you want to have hair and make-up done because an appointment will have to be made. Talk to you soon girls!

Hey ladies. I'm going to e-mail Julie to see how many girls she's willing to shoot in one day. Maybe we can put a marathon together! I'm also going to see if I can get a definite time. 'll continue to keep you posted.

You'll be OK. Just relax and enjoy the ride!!!!!

I think the third one is flattering for many shapes and sizes. Don't let it stress you out. Just pick want you want and be done with it. You can never make everyone happy, so why even try?

1: What is your current job, and if you had to switch careers, what would the other career be? I'm the Toy Shpo Coordinator for The Salvation Army in Greater New York. To put it simply, I raise new toys for needy children and distribute them. I would love to volunteer full time instead of working full time. 2: What is your favorite hobby? baking! 3: What is your favorite holiday, and why? Christmas. I love how it brings everyone together and has that giving spirit. 4: What is your greatest achievement? I'm graduating from grad school in 1 month! 5: What is your favorite animal... and why? Frogs...I have not idea why, they're just a cool animal. 6: What is your dream trip? No specific destination, just ultra luxury at the beach, maybe in Fiji. 7: What is your fav food? Shrimp scampi over angel hair. Yummy! 8: Who has made the biggest impact in your life? My parents. 9: If you were a crayola crayon, what color would you be, and why? Blue green, my favorite color 10: If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be? I like where I live in the Hudson Valley. I like the Boston area as well, but that accent drives me crazy! 11: How many siblings do you have? 2 older brothers 12: What is your biggest fear? Losing Chris 13: What’s your favorite holiday dish you make for your family? Gourmet caramel apples 14: Do you have a nickname? That's weird...my nickname is Skipper too! When I was the youngest girl on varsity cheerleading, the girls said I was too young to be Barbie, so I was Skipper. 15: What causes do you support? My Vision Foundation, The Salvation Army 16: What is your guilty pleasure? Martinis 17. If you could have one special power, what would it be & why?? To snap my fingers and be anywhere I want to be instantly. 18. How old are you? 27 19. If you won the lottery (hundreds of millions) what would you do? Not work! Volunteer and travel a lot 20. What gadget do you not need, but still want? An extremely upgraded kitchen 21. What is your favorite T.V. show? Survivor 22. When did you know that FI was "the One?" About a month into our relationship. 23. What is your favorite item of clothing? My little black dress 24. How many or do you want children? None...no watermelons are coming out of me! 25. Have you ever met anyone famous? If so, who? Does Ben Savage count (from Boy Meets World)? 26. If you could be someone else for a day who would it be and why? Paris Hilton. I don't want to be her, just know what it's like to be completely spoiled. 27. What is your worst bad habit? I'm messy! 28. What's your middle name? Does it have significance? Irene, same as my mom and Nana 29. What's the craziest thing you've ever done? Jumped off a cliff 30. What is the one thing that your significant does that drives you CRAZY? Farts constantly. Occassionally is fine, but come on. 31. What’s your favorite movie? Office Space 32. Why did you choose a destination wedding? I never wanted a traditional wedding, they seem so cookie cutter. Plus I only wanted the really important people in my life there. 33. How long were FI and you together when you got engaged? 3 years 2 months 34. What person in your life really gets under your skin, and how do you know them? FI's best friends wife. The situation has gotten so bad that we invited him to the wedding but not her. (Emily Post would slap me across the face if she knew that one.) 35. When and how did you and your FI meet? At work. Nothing like mixing business with pleasure! 36. Even with all the ups and downs along the way, would you still go through with your DW knowing what you know now? Of course! I'm so happy that I don't have to worry about what pew bows to pick out. 37. Do you have any pets? My kitty, Tori. 38. If you could hook up with a celbrity for one night, who would it be? Brandon Boyd, lead singer of Incubus. I am completely in love with his voice. My question: What's your sexual fantasty and have you ever played it out?

I'm not very crafty, but I made my boarding pass invites and am SO happy I did. I got a large pack of white cardstock from Wal-Mart (110 lb.) for like $6. They turned out really great and I would HIGHLY recommend making your own invitations.

Do what works for you and FI. Don't feel bad and let your guests brings you down.

Danielle, you look beautiful!

Happy -1 year anniversary! FI and I popped open a bottle of champagne and celebrated ours! Hey Princessina, we're date twins!

What a jerk. I'd tell him not to worry about being able to make it to the AHR because he's not invited. My FFIL just passed away a month and a half ago and I know he would've given anything to see his son get married in St. Lucia. Life is so short and people can't even make time for their familes. That's so ridiculous! It hurts FI and me everyday that he won't be there to celebrate with us. If your dad doesn't want to be there, then screw him. Focus on those who are actually going to return your love for them.

I only perforated the RSVP card and left the others alone. I wouldn't bother with it since you don't have an RSVP card.

I was searching through the DIY forum and found these. So cute! Shelley, do you still ahve the pattern for this?

Looking back at some of my e-mails, it looks like I was quoted about $40 per center piece.

I haven't even thought about that. I just assumed I would get some local flowers made up by a florist down there. What kinds of prices are you talking?

OK girls, I have a date. It is definitely February 7th. We will be shooting at her studio in CT. The time will be scheduled as we get closer to the date, so I'll keep you posted on that. I'll also let you know when a definite confirmation and deposit should be made, but I don't think that'll be for a while. Yay! Fun! I'll get to take sexy pictures and meet some of you girls!

Hey girls. Yes, we're still planning on doing this, probably at the beginning of February. I'm hoping for Feb. 7th. I apologize I haven't been around lately to follow up on this. I have had three deaths in the family since July (including one this past Friday), so I haven't really been paying attention to wedding plans. If we get a group of at least four girls together, the photographer will shoot us for $150 per person. The regular cost is $250. If you want to get hair and make-up it's an additional charge of $100(which my friend and I are going to do). When you go to her website, click on her blog and go to her August posts. That has information on boudoir. A few other girls on BDW have done group sessions and they said that they were super fun. I'll be sure to let you all know the date when I get it and hopefully we can get a great group together!

So gorgeous Yari! You were such a beautiful bride.

I love number 1!

That's hysterical. I hope she was the type of bride that could just laugh it off.

Sexy girl! I love them.

Quote: Originally Posted by sgrady75 What ever happened to the girl that just recently got married? I think her s/n was wife2be. I've been waiting for her review and now I don't even see her posts anymore. Did something happen?? We're getting married at Sandals St. Lucia Grande on 6-19-09. I am dying to see someone's review and pics of their wedding.....oi! Stephanie Sometimes people disappear after they get married. Hopefully she'll pop up again soon. Welcome to all the newcomers! It's so nice to have a handful of St. Lucia brides!

Good for you Kari. As a fellow St Lucia bride, I couldn't imagine getting married anywhere else.

Thank you all for your kind words of support. We just had FFIL's funeral yesterday and FI is having a tough time this morning. We're going to visit the gravesite this morning with his mom and aunt. People aren't kidding when they say this is difficult.