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Haha, it's so funny that we both suggested Chalean Johnson videos! She must be good!

I really like Turbo Jam videos, and you can get them with weighted gloves and a 10 day diet that is healthy and pretty yummy too. That might help you unplateau without making you crazy miserable.

#1 looks really hot on you, and I like #2 a lot on you too.

Is Flight Center strictly a Canadian provider? I've never heard of it before.

I have seen the iPod work well and I've seen it go horribly wrong, so it all depends on your game plan. My MOH's wedding used an iPod that she had pre set play lists for, and she had all of the groomsmen and bridesmaids act as emcees for different parts. Her little brother was put in charge of making sure that the music was playing at all times and that the special songs were queued up correctly. FI's friend's wedding used an iPod and had one of the groomsmen in charge of it. He ended up playing songs that no one wanted to hear and that no one can dance to. And then he repeated the horrible songs. In my opinion, he almost ruined the wedding. If you use an iPod, just make sure you pick out what you want played and you have someone trustworthy in charge of it.

Quote: Originally Posted by GregsBride I totally agree with you on this... The last few episodes I've watched there have been occasions when a bride tells them that she has a budget of maybe $2500 and is shown a fabulous dress with a $5000 price tag. She falls in love w/ it and finds that she can't leave w/out it. I don't know about everyone else, but if I walk in with a budget I don't think it's fair to show me gowns that are double what I came in with. I think I have seen the new consultant Carmel (sp?) do this a few times. It's cruel to show a bride a dress you know she can't afford. But so many people do that, because most brides will end up coughing up the cash if they're in love. I think people who do that should have to pay the difference from their pocket!!

I would be willing to host for no money if people wanted to do that and we had no drama llamas.

I'm not against people asking me if we're planning on having kids. But it is RIDICULOUS to show disapproval for someone's choice to not have kids. Feel free to use my response: "Oh? You think I should start shooting babies out like grapes, do you? Well, I am SOOO relieved to know that you are planning on buying the diapers and waking up in the middle of the night to feed it. And you've already started a college fund?! How WONDERFUL!" Or if they call you selfish or tell you that you're going to die alone, you can give them a "Well, I've always felt sorry for those people who can't find fulfillment in their own life so they feel like they need to procreate in order to find happiness. Especially those people who end up having to be subsidized by the government because they gave into the nagging outsiders who pressured them to have kids before they were ready."

Quote: Originally Posted by Sloan Ew. Who does that? Seriously. I hope you called the cops on him.

Hey Jess... do we know a time frame for that day yet? I just got promoted, but I don't know if I will be able to take the full day on Wednesday off with my new job, as I'm an accountant and will be busy closing the books.

Quote: Originally Posted by lisaloo79 lol that is so funny! although i'm sure that you don't think so. oh well, your neighbours got a good show anyway! lol I think it's really funny. I just don't think I can talk to them for a while.

I figure we're even now, since he helped me out and got a little show.

So, this morning I went to start my car and it wouldn't turn. So, I called one of my friends over to jump start it (because FI had already left for work, and none of my neighbors looked home). I knew I had to get my car out of the one-car garage in order for it to be jump started, so I decided it would be a good idea to put it in neutral and slowly back it out. Well, my car started to go downhilll and I lost control of it. It ended up narrowly missing a for sale sign and the house across the street. A few feet further, and it would have dropped down the edge of a cliff. But, it was ok, and all of the property was ok, and my next door neighbor (whose car wasn't there, but had a spare battery charge) came out and helped me out. Fast forward to the end of the day. I had my battery checked and it's fine so I decided just to run the car for a little bit after I got home to make sure it charges fully. I left it running in the garage with the door half open to prevent fumes from building. I went upstairs to get out of my work clothes. FI said he'd be home in like 10 minutes, but I should be ok to turn it off now. So, I run downstairs naked to turn my car off and my neighbor who helped me out this morning AND his wife and dog were across the street and saw me naked from the waist down!!! Today has been awesome.

I think that it would be just fine to have it that way. In fact, you could have one small fancy looking cake to cut, and then just have sheet cake served to the guests. Just make sure you double check with your place of reception before you get the cake from an outside source. Many places charge a "cutting" fee per guest.

Okay, it's good that you've realized that having a melt down would be bad. And I think it's important that you realize that it's ok to grieve. You've lost some people who are very important to you, and no one in their right mind would expect you to bounce back immediately from that. In addition to allowing yourself time to grieve, I think you should form a game plan. Do you have a good job currently that you want to stay for or is it just a way to pay the bills? Do you have family and friends in your area that you rely on heavily for emotional support or have many of them moved elsewhere? Can you afford the taxes/bills for the house you're in? Do you want to move to where FI is? I would recommend that you take some time to formulate your future before you marry again and/or move. It seems as though you've got a lot going on that you should sort through before you remarry, because you can't be the best wife you can be until you're the best YOU that you can be. I also think it would be beneficial for you to live on your own for a bit, because I think you need to know that with or without a man or your parents you can be self-sufficient and happy. Overall, you should keep in touch with someone to sort this out on a regular basis. If not friends or a professional, then you can always lean on us.

John knows how much I weigh, and I'm 20-40lbs heavier than he is at any given time. But, I'm also much taller than he is. That being said, he's not super judgmental about me being bigger than he is. I know he's still very much attracted to me. If I ask him to evaluate me (to determine whether or not I can get away with wearing a bikini out in public or something like that), he will give an honest answer though.

Quote: Originally Posted by Ckrn80 #6 is the one. It is so unique and looks fabulous. Who makes it? I love it The dress is Edimburgo by San Patrick (a line by Pronovias). I know this because I tried it on two weeks ago when my MOH was in town and I'm trying to figure out a way to afford it. It's not outrageously expensive, but I've already bought a dress and a TTD. I agree with everyone else about how stunning it looks on you!! And I think it looks great with or without the strap, so go with whichever way you prefer.

Quote: Originally Posted by ebbica Havana Central has great mojitos, and is reasonably priced, but it is a little cramped- not too bad, but I didn't think it was good for bigger groups. Rosa Mexicano is awesome... My favorite by far in Union Sq. area is Irving Mill, awesome food, great drinks, great space. There's also Blue water grill, which has the jazz bar downstairs... here's the link for irving mill... Irving Mill I was just at Rosa Mexicano last week! Yummy Jalapeno Margaritas!!

You know, it's really refreshing to have a Vendor come on here and set things straight in a positive manner instead of being all Drama Llama-y. I really hope everything gets worked out!

I think #6 looks the best on you.

Wow... I agree with everyone who said that it's FI's responsibility to set boundaries. If she's calling 12 times a day, he needs to let it ring at least 11 of those times. And he needs to let her know that criticisms of his wife to be won't be tolerated. I would discuss with him what behaviors will not fly with you, and what the two of you think is the best way to handle it and what consequences will result if your MIL keeps pushing. If all else fails, try to find her a man. Maybe she'll be less all up on your man if she has one of her own!

My MOH is a teacher, so she came to visit me for a few days. We went into NYC, hit the beach, did our own nails, got massages, and went to swanky places for food. Now's a great time to reconnect with your chickfriends you may have lost touch with.

I'm so glad that you had such a great experience. Don't you just love it when things turn out all serendipitous-like?

I would ask her to recommend a different makeup artist to show up instead of the sick one. This way you still get what you wanted without any inconvenience. I've heard good things about MAC make up counters, but I've also seen a couple of my friends walk out of there looking a little hooker-esque, so if you end up going there, be very clear on the look you're going for (maybe bring a picture?). This sucks, but it's good that the makeup artist isn't trying to work while sick. How horrible would it be to have someone hacking up a lung while doing your makeup just so she doesn't have to miss out on her paycheck?

Awesome! I'm so glad to hear it all worked out!!!