RoryS

Some people are just compulsive liars. It gets to a point where they don't even know they're lying anymore - it becomes the truth to them in their minds. My SIL is like that. She lies about almost everything and then turns around and makes it look like I'm the crazy one! I've just learned to distance myself from her and I don't tell her anything PERSONAL about me AT ALL. This way, nothing can get spun into her own little "truthful" story. She has absolutely zero friends - she always finds something wrong with them - or this one said this or did that, when it's really stuff that she's come up with and convoluted. The sad thing is, her daughter is exactly like her.

The Caribbean weather sites always seems to post showers on their reports. My experience has been that they are generally brief and mostly in the evening. I have been where there have been some fairly heavy downpours during the day, but pretty much it has just been some scattered showers and then the sun comes out. Unfortunately, weather is the one thing we can't do anything about, but if you have a Plan B - at least you'll have peace of mind.

One of the brides on this forum had a Puerto Aventuras (Mexico) wedding planned but had to cancel, due to swine flu, and then rescheduled to DR, but couldn't get the plane tickets at short notice. She ended up getting married in the Bahamas and planned the whole thing in 8 days!!! So, it can be done in a short period of time. People will understand and if they can go; they'll go.

WOW! That dress is stunning! Elegant, but sexy too... It looks like it will move with you. Love it...

We ordered 72" for 60" tables. The overhang is 6" all around. If you just want the overlay as an accent over the white tablecloth; then 72" is fine. I think the 108" will look more like a tablecloth than an overlay - but it's really all a matter of taste.

Quote: Originally Posted by Reluctant Beach Bride Hi Ladies!! Just wanted to drop by my old thread and see how everyone was doing. Congrats Bianca, everything looked beautiful!!!! I'm glad everything worked out and things settled down for you to go to DPA. After all was said and done, instead of Dreams PC like I had previously reported that I was moving to, we ended up in the Bahamas at Our Lucaya (Sheraton/Westin owned). The flights to PC sold out before we could switch our bookings so we spent more time searching for a new place. We settled on the destination just 8 days before our departure date. While I could not have the exact wedding I planned, I did have a beautiful wedding and I am planning on posting a review with some pics in the review section so I'll post when it is up incase anyone is interested. There is like no information on my resort in the Bahamas thread, but it is a great place that puts together awesome weddings, so maybe word of mouth can get more brides to be to take a look. DH and I have said even if its just us, we will go to DPA for a renewal someday, and even if its just for a vacation I plan on going there very soon. Congrats to you lucky girls who have or will be getting married there. RoryS, I look forward to seeing pics of your nieces wedding, with all your support and help, I bet it will turn out amazing!!! So happy to hear that things went well for you. You've been on my mind the past couple of weeks and I was wondering how things went. I've been at the Sheraton/Lucaya and it is very beautiful there. Isn't it wierd how weddings are planned for over a year (sometimes longer) and we stress every little detail and then when required; a wedding can be put together in just 8 days. Good for you!! I know you had peace of mind with your son's health and I think it's great that you're planning on getting to DPA at some point. Wishing you and your family a wonderful, happy and long marriage.

awww, Bianca. That was so beautiful. You guys look so happy... I'm sitting here at work watching it, with tears in my eyes. You've been so great with the info you've given on this forum. Many blessings to you and your new hubby.

You have such a great attitude. Just go with the flow... I am helping my niece plan this wedding and just got off the phone with her and we were commenting on how we started planning this like a year ago, and we're almost 2 weeks away! I am so excited for her, but feel like since I've had such a huge input into it (finding the location, etc.) that I have alot riding on this. She is very laid back and just said whatever happens - happens. If we get there and can't have it at the adult pool because of a couple kids, we'll worry about it then. I will definitely post on here when we get back and let you know anything you want. I will probably have a better perspective - not being the bride - and therefore, not as stressed - and will be more observant of what's going on the day of the wedding and the days leading up. We are all meeting with Jacy on June 10th, as I told her 2 brains are better than one (well, actually Blake has a brain too), so it's 3 brains. If she forgets to ask something, I will - and vice versa. We have gotten so much information off this forum - it has been amazing.

The adult pool is another option, but another bride said she couldn't have her wedding there because they had a baby. Well, we have 2 children and an infant, so not sure if that's going to work out. Have to go to Plan B, but we don't really have a Plan B. I think El Patio is closed on Friday nights and the bride that had the baby had her wedding there.

Bianca, I hope you finally got a good night's sleep. I heard the beds are really comfortable. Do you know if kids will be allowed at the adult pool for the reception? We have 3 coming and someone mentioned that they didn't have their reception there because they had a baby... that'll really throw a wrench in things.

Get all your wedding stuff set up when you get there and then just relax for the next couple of days. There was just a post on TA from a bride who got married a couple weeks ago and she said everything went so smoothly - she didn't have a thing to be worried about. If you're looking to have your wedding at this resort I highly recommend it. The staff was so helpful leading up to the day and while we were there they made every effort to make things go as smoothly as possible. On the actual day I was able to relax by the pool knowing that things were taken care of. It was incredible. Even during the ceremony/reception we really didn't have to do much. I couldn't have been more pleased and our wedding day was perfect! If low key is what you like then you will love to have your wedding here.

I'd probably go for some kind of protein (the little spreadable cheese/crackers) or peanut butter/crackers. Maybe a piece of fruit, and you can also never go wrong with chocolate! I always bring the mini cans of pringles. Anything like that will probably be appreciated. Maybe a tiny bottle of hand sanitizer too!

My niece wanted an Adults Only resort, but switched to another because her future SIL wanted to bring her younger child along (other one is 18 - so not a problem). Turns out neither kid is coming, so she changed everything for nothing!

Can't believe your date is finally here! I hope you have a wonderful wedding and it is all you've been planning and dreaming of for these past months.

Conbgratulations! There is a whole thread on Dreams Puerto Aventuras. Bianca is next and then I guess you're after her... My niece's wedding is June 12th... Everything I've been reading about the resort sounds great!

I would do what others on here have said. Sit her down and say you know I felt we had always been very closed and over the past years; it seemed we've drifted apart. I hope it wasn't something that I said or did that made you seem to pull away. I did want to try to get back the same relationship that we had before and I thought that by asking you to be my MOH; we could get back the friendship that we once had and get close again. I really feel that you are uncomfortable being my MOH. If I've mis-read that; then I'm sorry, but if not, please don't feel that you're obligated to be my MOH. I will truly understand. If you still want to be part of the wedding and it's just that you are too busy to get into the details; would you mind if I asked my BF to help me out with the details? I would love for you to be part of the wedding but don't want to put any stress on you to handle the little details. You must remember the things that you went through with your wedding and I'm needing someone to lean on and get me through the next few months.

I would say, invite her to the shower. If she can't afford to come to the wedding, she probably won't be able to "afford" a shower gift either. At least you've done the right thing in the eyes of FI and friends.

I don't know if the rings will come out. I had a satin gown that got wet on the bottom (I lent it to a "friend") She never even told me - just gave me the gown back (stains & all). Even though she had it dry-cleaned, the actual feel of the materials changed. It became stiffer and the rings still showed. Not sure what silk acts like when it gets wet. Also, maybe the orange color is from the stain they used to paint the deck. I guess that would depend if it was water or oil-based (if that's what it is, but sounds like it...)

Well, it seems like this flu thing is blowing over somewhat and the news media has backed off a bit on their " out of proportion" reporting. Not to say, it's not a scary situation and should be monitored, but I think they went way overboard. It now appears that they can't beat this one anymore, so they're now talking about the "second wave"... what is wrong with these people?

Does your Dad know what his gf said to your Mom? Maybe he's only hearing one side of the story (hers), and doesn't know what went on. Also, when you told him use your discretion - he probably thought it was ok. Men don't read between the lines very well... Would it help if his gf apologized to your Mom? We sometimes say things in the heat of the moment and then later on regret them? Would it help if the relationship could be thawed out a bit before the wedding? Perhaps you and your Mom would feel more comfortable. It's still not an ideal situation, but I'm sure you want your Dad to be there and it is it possible he could take gf's side and not attend? Is his gf a reasonable person?

Just curious if any photographers are offering any discounts for early June weddings (6/12) in PA? My niece wanted to hire a photographer in addition to what came with their package but she and her FI both lost their jobs and it became too expensive to do. I just was thinking though with brides cancelling; that there may be some open dates and hopefully, some discounts being offered.

Quote: Originally Posted by Reluctant Beach Bride Thank you so much for all the support!!! It is difficult to imagine moving but I really do think it for it is for the best. I can't wait to see all the pics from the DPA brides because I am sure you will all have beautiful weddings. As for me, if all goes well today, I will still be a Dreams bride and we will be relocating to Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana. The resort is beautiful and I think it is a wonderful "Plan B". Thank you to everyone that helped me along the way with planning at DPA and thankfully I'll be able to keep many of my plans the same. I hope you have a wonderful wedding! The resort looks beautiful. Your son is your first priority and I can certainly understand not exposing him to anything more than he's already experienced in life.We leave in less than 6 weeks and hopefully, things will be straightened out by then. My Bro & SIL are nervous about going - not because they'll get sick, but because they'll have a new grandchild about a week old when they return and don't want to bring anything home with them. I think I saw on the news that Cancun is using the hand-held thermometers at the airport for arrivals and departures. Of course, if you get something late in your stay; it wouldn't show up anyway, but at least they're being pro-active. Good luck and I hope you have a beautiful wedding and a long and love-filled marriage!

Has anyone used Humberto Castillo recently? My niece booked him, based on the information in this thread and his photos. Just curious...

Quote: Originally Posted by Blkatz no one but us is down here right now. My best friend said that she was still coming but who knows what is going to happen on Thursday when they are supposed to travel. I just sent an email to a few people letting them know that if they are not comfortable coming down to Mexico to just let us know. I mean, what can you do? You can't force people to come down. Terrible feeling. I hope that you future Mexico brides have a better experience Beth, I feel so badly for you. I know how much time and effort you put into planning this. The news is saying today that the number of cases in Mexico City is down, which is a good sign. I wish the news media would focus on more of the positive aspects than always the negative. No matter what happens, I hope you can put a positive spin on this. As others have said, you're with the one who means the most to you, you're in a absolutely gorgeous location, and even though we're not all there physically - know what we are all there with you in spirit.

Quote: Originally Posted by June_Dreams OMG I am sooo freaking out on this too!! I feel so bad for your end of april brides/May brides yuo must be hearing it from all your guests as well.. this is so sad first the drug/gang issues and now this SHEESH can we get a break Our wedding is coming up June 10th. At least now the focus is taken off the drug/gang issues... I truly believe this will all have faded within the next month. I feel for the brides who are getting married in May, though... All the best to you May brides!