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I had a bomba-plena band. They were awesome. You can google their name and see you-tube videos of them. They are called batukealo. For salsa how about: ECPR - Entertainment Concepts Of Puerto Rico I did not use them but they have all sorts of entertainment! Good luck .

Just got back from my honeymoon! I got married in Old San Juan in Puerto Rico. We got lucky-great weather although it was raining there for weeks. Will post photos soon! Wish I was still on my honeymoon. We had a cruise honeymoon and it was perfect. Tons of food and very relaxing.

Latinhunny33 great photos!!!! Thanks for sharing. You both look very happy. We are back from our honeymoon. What a blast! Everything went great at El Convento and at the church. My dress almost flew out of the window but a family member quick on her feet caught it. I didn't see it but I heard screams and then everyone told me afterwards what happened. lol Also apparently someone put ink on my dress by mistake that was quickly removed without me knowing. We had a bomba/plena band which was a lot of fun. My flu was gone by the wedding date but I had a slight cough throughout the ceremony. Everytime I coughed my dress fell a little at the top. lol. I kept adjusting myself in front of the priest. I will post pics as soon as I get them!

thanks mummergirl! I REALLY appreciate it. At this point I just want someone to dress me and carry me to the aisle. lol I am using the song you recommended. I just needed someone else to choose it for me. No more decisions for me from today on. lol

Thanks! I really do hope I feel better!!!

Ladies I need help! I am getting married in 6 days and have tons to do. I got sick last week and have some loose ends! I am walking down to Canon in D. We have a violinist and a pianist playing at the church. What can my parents, niece and nephew and groom's parents walk down the aisle to? I figured one song for all of them would be okay since it is a small party right? Something the violinist and pianist can play!

We have chosen Let's Stay Together by Al Green

6 days to my wedding in PR! I got the flu real bad last week-still coughing a lot but hopefully it will be all gone by the middle of this week. I have chosen to give Puerto Rican rum as my souveneir.

Wedding is 6 days away! Lost a total of 12 pounds. Last week I got the flu and could not go to the gym at all. Still coughing a lot but will hit the the gym tomorrow!

Today during lunch I did 20 mins eliptical, 20 mins treadmill walking at 15 incline, and 10 minutes stairmaster! So far still only 10 pounds lost. Have to adjust the eating!

I got it uconncruiser! Violin: Alberto Graulau 787-996-8634 [email protected] He plays with the Pianist so I am sure he can give you the info. He will make your eyes swell up with tears when he plays. Corny I know! Latinhunny, your cake was beautiful!!!! I am having mini cakes but LOVE LOVE yours. We would all love to see more photos I am sure.

Walking lunges two days ago legs are still killing me. I did one hour of cardio yesterday and today weights. Trying to stay motivated now that my trainer is gone!

uconncruiser I have been slacking! I apologize for not posting sooner regarding the ceremony music! I will look up their info. and give it to you.

Thanks Latinhunny for the advice! I will check that website out. Uconncruiser, the wedding coordinator is not included in the costs of the reception hall. She has different packagaes. It may be on their website but I am not sure. As for the ceremony music the coordinator found us a violinist and pianist. They play together. We may have a soprano singing the ave maria. So much to do right?! We booked a DJ for the reception.

Jogged/walked 3 miles yesterday. Hurt my leg somehow. Today upper body weights.

Congrats Latinhunny! How was it?! My wedding there is fast approaching! Who did you hire to do your hair and makeup?

After reading the posts I forced myself to go to the gym yesterday. I did 30 mins of cardio then back to work. Have to remember my health is more important than work! And I gained 2 pounds in PR!

The church is on YouTube? Cool, I have to check it out. As for the decorations-2 flower pedestals in the front and flameless candles all along the walkway of the church. It was not my idea. I think I mentioned in my previous post that did not post that the wedding coordinator at el convento (Adriana Soto) has been great. Last Tuesday when we met with her she scheduled meetings with vendors from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It was great! She has good ideas also. I did basically whatever she suggested. She has been a relief. I was able to see a wedding begin at the church a few months ago and it had very simple decorations in the church. They tied organza type bows on some of the pews. VERY pretty!

ah ladies!!! I haven't been to the gym for about one week! I was doing great. I went to PR to finish wedding arrangements-pigged out and am now seriously swamped at work. BUT back to the gym on Friday for sure. Or Saturday.

lol--uconncruiser this is my third post to you -the other ones refused to post! I really apologize if this pops up three times. We just came back from our meeting with the priest. We didn't know what to expect and were a little nervous. It was fine! Easy! We had to fly from NY to PR on a Wednesday because that was the only day he could meet. When we got there it was children's celebration day and they told us that he may not be free. I was not happy and reminded them I flew there because they told me I had to. He met with us. He sort of reviewed our paperwork (pre-cana certificate, communion cert. etc..). The receptionist looked at it closely. He asked us basic questions from the form i.e. address, occupation, parents place of birth. We talked about NY, the weather, NJ, PR, the political status of PR, how much money lawyers make...seriously! Nothing about God, values, morals, etc..He was funny and nice. It lasted about 1/2. I do not know if you will get a different priest! I asked if we would get the opportunity to meet our priest (a bilingual one comes from another parish) and they said no. Unless we visit his church which we will not have time to. He allows you to ask any questions you have. They also have sample programs that you can look at and copy. They were all very nice.

Today I did weights again and went in for my first dress fitting. Going to try to force myself to jog tomorrow!

Worked out with weights today. Have to keep motivated this weekend! I also saw the clip on youtube of the shred video-looks good!

Worked out upper body at the gym. Lost close to ten pounds! I try not to eat after 7 pm.

Hi, many of my guests are staying at El Convento and sharing room costs. Others are staying at the Marriot and Sheraton. There are other hotels in Old San Juan within walking distance-such as those. If they stay in Isla Verde or Condado they will have to take a cab. It is about 20 dollars for a cab roundtrip depending which hotel, traffic.Maybe a little less. Some guests are booking packages with flight and hotel on Expedia. There are also apartments in Old San Juan they can rent for about $150 a night which can sleep sometimes up to six people.

Yesterday did upper body with my trainer and today 3.0 miles on treadmill (walking and jogging). Tomorrow I will walk 2.4 miles to my 1 1/2 hour belly dancing class.