Christi

Quote: Originally Posted by kerryjbrown Thanks Nicole, that gives me an idea of where to start at least Hi, I used Del Cabo Events for a few items and this is what I was charged (this was through my outside WC, so it may be inflated)... Chivari chairs: $12 each Rattan Chargers: $10 each Mango Moire table linens: $45 each Mango Moire overlays: $35 each Matching napkins: $4 each Orange LG votives: $4 each Rental delivery fee (drop off & pick up): $150 I was also going to use white square dinner plates and was quoted $10.00 each...hope this helps...

Quote: Originally Posted by shadam Georgous pictures! Thanks for sharing. I LOVED your ceremony and reception set up & decor. I've never seen Dreams use chairs that aren't covered...is this a new thing? Do they charge you differently than the $28/pp fee (for each site)? Love your cake too! Aww, thanks so much! I used an outside vendor through my WC for the chairs (and linens, runners, etc)...Del Cabo ~Event Design~ the chairs are called Chiavari and they charged me $12.00 per chair...it was expensive, but I loved the look and had to have them... The hotel may have another vendor they use and may be able to get them for less than what I paid or working directly with Del Cabo Events may lower the costs too.

I interchange the position depending on my mood, but usually engagement bottom, wedding ring on top...

the first two weeks were the hardest part for me and although I felt great, the retrictions made it feel like diet boot camp! Congrats for sticking with it!

Quote: Originally Posted by Madbride2009 Thanks Christi... I was kind of scared to post but the responses, like yours, have been really sweet! It gets easier each time you do it!

I did it for a month and felt great, but like Alyssa mentioned, it became too difficult to maintain on a daily basis...I still take flax oil everyday and every now and again will drink the cran water...good luck and let us know how it works out for you.

Me too and for the same reasons... 1. Where is your cell phone? purse 2. Your significant other? sweet 3. Your hair? highlighted 4. Your mother? gone 5. Your father? remarried 6. Your favorite thing? soccer 7. Your dream last night? none 8. Your favorite drink? champagne 9. Your dream/goal? kid 10. The room you're in? office 11. Your ex? childish 12. Your fear? spiders 13.Where do you want to be in 6 years? beach 14. Where were you last night? home 15. What you're not? stressed 16. Muffins? blueberry 17. One of your wish list items? car 18. Where you grew up? beach 19. The last thing you did? type 20. What are you wearing? perfume 21. Your TV? distraction 22. Your pets? dogs 23. Your computer? slow 24. Your life? content 25. Your mood? mellow 26. Missing someone? mom 27. Your vehicle? old 28. something your not wearing? socks 29. Favorite Store? online 30. Your summer? great 31. Like someone? yes 32. favorite color? blue 33. When is the last time you laughed? today 34. Last time you cried? yesterday

Great news and I'd imagine much needed relief for you and FI.

Here's my list... What I would do again: DW/Dreams Los Cabos: This was the best decision we made! We have a timeshare at the resort and have been going there for the past four years and wanted to share the beauty of it with all of the people we love. Everyone said what a wonderful time they had and loved the AI concept (it was a first for many). Buckets of champagne/water set up on the beach for after the ceremony: I loved that our group picture had all of our guests holding a glass of champagne and that we could have a drink/mingle and take a few pictures before our guests headed off for cocktails and we headed off for solo pictures. Bouquet/Flowers for tables: my bouquet and table arrangements turned out beautifully…the colors were truly magnificent and definitely worth the expense Rehearsal dinner: I’m so glad we had a RD so that all of our guests could get to know each other prior to the wedding. Everyone had a blast. Hiring an outside coordinator: I’m so happy that I had Katie to take care of things. A few minor details slipped though, but overall, she saved me from major stress. Cake and Dessert Buffet: The cake and dessert buffet was amazing. Everything tasted so yummy and we used the leftovers as wedding favors (I brought dessert boxes with me to use for packaging). Arrive Early/Stay Late: We stayed a total of 10 days. We arrived 6 days prior to the wedding and spent it with immediate family which was nice. The only time I felt stressed was the night of the rehearsal dinner and that was because I had mixed emotions about the restaurant and I wanted everything to be perfect. Also everyone was meeting for the first time, so I was anxious about that too. We had 3 days after the wedding to unwind which was needed. Things I would have done differently: Take the time to research photographers: I like my pictures a lot, but after seeing what amazing photos other girls had taken, I wish I had taken the time to really understand what I wanted from the pictures. I gave Gilda an A+ in my review, but would change her to a B, knowing what I know now. Panchos Restaurant for the RD – The service was impeccable, but the food was just OK and I regret not having it at Mi Casa and would have changed it to Mi Casa if I wasn’t going to lose my deposit. Mani/Pedi Dreams Spa: Not worth it in my opinion – very expensive and all they did was cut, file and polish…the service was rushed and not at all like the spa mani/pedis I’m use to. I could have done my nails myself just as well as they did and it would have saved me a lot of $$ Schedule alone time with DH – we had family and/or friends around for the entire 10 days. I’m super happy they were there, but having a day or two to ourselves would have been ideal. I would try to sneak in my bouquet – I loved it so much, but was worried about customs in the US, so I left in the room…

What a great idea and the picture is so adorable...he'll love it!

Mine were: Something old: My mom's wedding band Something new: Dress, shoes, etc Something borrowed: Hair clips and makeup Something blue: my ring and wedding jewelry

Awesome pictures and the color of your eyes is amazing!

My wish list is forever ongoing too...no big trips for the rest of 08, but a few three day trips planned in the states...excitedly awaiting for 09 for our trip to Portugal and Spain...

How exciting...congrats!

What a great proposal story...and in Mendocino (love it there), how romantic...congrats!

And remember, if you decide to have it in the states not everyone will make that either and you will most likey get complaints about that too (travel costs, location, dates, etc)...As everyone has said...it's about what you and FI want and that really is all that matters... Sidenote: I work in your hood and live in Morgan Hill

I saw this headline on the news last night...the jilted bride is giving an interview on GMA this morning...looking forward to hearing what she has to say!

Thanks...I'll definitely check it out...I love the name! Have a blast at the party and take lots of pictures!

Harty, I'm so sorry for your loss, and as Mel said, there are no words that can make it better, but please know you are in my thoughts...

I spent WAY too much money on my shoes, but it was SO worth it! ...Mine were black, but here they are in white... Macy at JimmyChoo

My DH sent it to me and I cried too...it's an amazing video!

What awesome pictures...everything looked amazing and you looked gorgeous!

LOL - what a great site...I pawned my ex-b jewelry years ago and didn't get nearly enough for it, but that's OK, cause it was sooooo much fun!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Amarillis Right now my favourite wines are from Ontario! The last FANTASTIC one i had was a Chateau Des Charmes Cabernet Sauvigion - and it was cheap too @$20! I am so excited!!!!!!!!!!! Yay! Thanks for the recommendation...I haven't had a good cab in awhile, but only because pinots have taken a hold of me...excited to try it!

LOL - that's really cute...thanks for the laugh!