Amarillis

congrats on your engagement and welcome to the forum!!!

I asked for this from my resort - because I have been working on compiling ideas for the ceremony. According to the resorts many brides do the legal bit first and then add on personalization. This is the legal ceremony in Cuba - in English. I know that the ceremony itself will be in Spanish and translated to English simultaneously. Hope this helps someone! MARRIAGE_DEED_2.doc

Hey Ladies, I am not at MLD, but at the Barcelo Marina Palace in Varadero - are any of you having the legal ceremony?

So glad I could help.... This is the one that I made for my wedding. It is featured on the cover of our passport invite and on our boarding pass save the date... sometimes it appears as just the crest. Anyone else want one?

Victim...lol... that gave me a little giggle on the afternoon of humpday! Welcome back!

Holy Moley!!! It's just about time to wish you a happy wedding week! Congrats!

Awesome task list! Thank you so much for sharing it!

Ok... so this may be crazy but i have heard that preparationH will work, because it moves the blood from under your skin. PS. I am laughing hysterically at your hickey!

WOW your review is FANTASTIC and your photos are amazing. you looked RADIANT! I love the way that everyone looked all dressed in white! so cool! Congrats!

to the forum and the madness of planning. You fill find a ton of useful information on planning a DW right here... and plenty of ideas to keep you busy.

I cannot agree more - who in their right mind could hurt an animal? An animal that has done NOTHING to you! It doesn't make any sense. I heard this morning on Canada AM that they (authorities) have also found deceased wildlife whom have been affected by the antifreeze (Squirrels and a Raccoon) Terrible. Whomever did this should be forced to drink antifreeze themselves.

Very Cute! I love those flowergirl flip flops. So cute - I never considered that as a DIY Project! Great Job!

My FI and I were actually sad that we can't be married on his 30th birthday! (the day before our wedding) - we thought it would be fun. Plus it is the time of year that we always travel south... thought it could make for very memorable birthdays/anniversaries. IMO - It is what you make of it!

WAAAAH!!! :) I LOVE that saying!!! I wrote it in my little book and may have to copy you....

Happy Birthday!!! Have a great one!

Ok... so I started this in response to MissyR's thread about being nervous about her Boudoir Photo Shoot...and I realized that I may possibly be highjacking her thread... so I thought I'd be brave and start my own. I recently did my boudoir photo shoot - I was not in favour of doing one, but then an opportunity to WIN one came up (on a Canadian Bridal Fourm)... The contest included submission of a story of why you should be chosen to win the shoot and the hair and makeup package. The condition of the prize was that it had to happen in the Greater Toronto area. I live about 6 hours away. Reluctantly and with a lot of coaxing from my sister - I submitted my story to the photographer and believe it... I WON... no kidding. I was so nervous - a photoshoot like this really is'nt in my character, and ESPECIALLY with someone I had never met - but I won... so I HAD to do it... plus the other girls on the forum were thrilled for me - and were very encouraging. So... off to the big city I go to meet this photographer and makeup artist. We ended up doing the shoot at the Cosmopolitan Hotel in Toronto - which is a fantastic boutique hotel. Tania (the makeup and hair stylist) arrived around 2:30 and we immediately began working on hair and makeup. Around 3pm Lisa arrived (as scheduled) and I forgot to meet her in the lobby - when she arrived Tania was about half done my hair and makeup. Lisa unpacked her things and scoped out the room to decide how the shoot would work. Shortly thereafter - we busted out a bottle of champagne and this is where the laughing began - these two women (who were previously complete strangers) were absolutely fabulous, completely professional, and to my surprise I felt completely comfortable. In my underpants and all. Tania is truly an artist – my face looked absolutely flawless and I couldn’t believe my eyes! Literally – my eyes sparked, and with the addition of a few false lashes the results were incredible! My hair was perfect! Seriously, I have never in my life looked this good! We started the shoot in the black silk gown, and although I was nervous – the champagne was flowing and I felt great about the way I looked. Lisa gave wonderful direction and was full of compliments and that made the whole process feel very comfortable. Lisa was full of fantastic ideas, I felt like I was on America’s Next Top Model – ‘lift your chin…look to the ceiling…sultry… gorgeous!’. We then pulled out my vampy feather collection (a black feather bra, black feather skirted garter, black thigh high nylons, black boa, and killer BCBG stilettos), initially I thought this was a lot of skin… but slowly warmed up to it. There were feathers everywhere – that boa really sheds! Lisa, Tania and I had a good laugh when we decided that if you are ever to have an affair – don’t sport black feathers, they are NOT incognito! Tania then took out the vampy up-do and let my hair down into big giant curls. The products she used smelled amazing and my hair felt really natural. Tania then retouched my makeup and added bold bright red lipstick! Not my everyday look, but I felt like a pinup girl. The next outfit was the leopard bustier, matching boy shorts, fur stole and bronze stilettos. This was a very creative outfit, and after more champagne I found myself on the balcony of the hotel in this outfit. Lisa had some fantastic ideas using the mirrors in the closets, and did a fabulous job of ‘finding the light’. Tania provided a ton of assistance and was steadily fixing pieces of hair and touch ups on lipstick and makeup. At this time, I was very comfortable and having a fantastic time, Lisa then took the two top secret shots – one of me in my FI’s work shirt and another in his old leather hockey jacket (as discussed in my contest application) – these need to remain secret, as our last name appears on both articles. Nearing the end of the shoot we pulled out my FI’s wedding shirt (a Cuban Guyabera). By the end of the shoot, I was having such a wonderful time, that we decided we needed to do the topless/jeans only shots. These really were fantastic – I added a bold necklace for a little kick and although I was apprehensive about it, they were really amazing. Although I have said numerous times, that a boudoir shoot wasn’t really my speed, or within my character – this was an amazing experience – Lisa and Tania were absolutely fantastic – I really can’t find the words that would compliment their professionalism, skill, talent, expertise, and personalities. We had a blast. I feel so fortunate to have been chosen. If any of you are thinking about doing a boudoir shoot - My advice is DO IT!!!! Go all out - make a special trip to the lingerie store, and don't even think about skimping on the photographer or the makeup/hair artist! The only downside is waiting until JANUARY to give this gift to my FI… I can’t wait to see the look on his face! If you are brave enough to check out the photos...there is a selection of mine on Lisa's Blog. Lisa Mark Photography Ciao A.

Very cute! they would be easy to pack too!

I love your dress! Initially I just looked at the picture, then read the text... It wasn't until I read on that I had to take a second peek at your belly! Congrats! Firstly, on the baby!!! YAY Secondly, on finding a terrific dress!!! I love it... and those shoes are HAWT! You'll definately be able to wear those again!

I had a blast doing it!!! If anyone else is willing to let me take a crack at doing a logo for them.. I'd love the opportunity! It was really fun making Virginia's!

Yeh... I just didn't want to offend her - or in any way suggest that I was looking for veterinary compensation. She is a good friend of our family and I know how terrible she felt when the whole situation occurred. I also totally agree that pit’s (and rottie’s) get a bad rap! I think that a dogs behaviour is 90% dependent on the way in which it is raised.

those invites are fantastic! you did an amazing job!!! wow! you have mad talent!!!

Thanks Dez! Your support means a lot!

Thank you for all your kind words - Based on your advice, I have responded to the owner as follows: Hey Jack went to the vet yesterday and had to get stitched up , he'll be fine; "kids will be kids" when they are all playing like that it is to be expected. Jack thinks he is a big dog... The muzzle thing maybe be a good idea, b/c although it was upsetting that it happened to jack, it would be terrible for it to happen to one of the little ones running around the cottage. I don't think that Sophie would bite a kid, but that if a kid was between the dogs when they are rough like that... you know what i mean?. Don't worry about it - everything is cool. I appreciate the check-in! Talk soon. Aim

YAY your dress is just fantastic!!! I love all the lace and beading! You look gorgeous!

Congrats!!! I hope your big day is everything you've dreamt of.... I can't wait to see the pics and read your review!!!