KittenHeart

Quote: Originally Posted by Ginalyn Got my DVDs earlier this week! I start today! Goal: Tone up Start date: 3/27/10 Plan: Classic workout plan and follow the Fat Shredder and Energy Booster diets Does anyone drink the Recovery Formula? I have the Recovery Formula, I don't drink it all the time but it sure does work. I used to feel really sick after some workouts of pushing myself to hard, no appetite and drinking this right afterwards completely erased that. I fuels your muscles with the energy they need to repair fast but it's basically sugar and carbs and high calories for not filling you up at all.

Quote: Originally Posted by meghan Are any of you doing programs for the day of your wedding? If you are, do any of you have a template available for sharing? I'm not doing programs persay, it's more of a tree themed horoscope type thing... sounds weird I know but it's just something to do while they wait. Find their birthday and the appropriate type of tree they are and see what it says about them. It looks better than it sounds... me explaining it isn't working well, lol!

I'm totally serious about the Elvis Vegas legal wedding! My friends are super excited about it. I figured it would make for some pretty funny photos and a great way to let loose! I also have a few people unable to come to the wedding that will make it to Vegas which makes super happy

Karen those are so cute! I love the kids luggage tags too Luckily/Unluckily I live a block away from 2 huge malls and a Targe which are all across the street from each other so I am gonna run over there today and hope I score. We are about 3.5 hours driving / 45 minute flight from Vegas so it was a no brainer to get married there, Elvis here we come

Andrea, love your pictures!! How far away was your reception site? Did you have everyone shuttled over after the ceremony?

Karen - Hand painted tile placecards!! I love it!!! Sounds like you're doing a lot of creative DIY stuff, that's the best! You reminded me... I need a legal day dress but we're doing a Vegas wedding and bringing like 10 people with us. I also need a bachelorette party dress, I really can't decide! I'm about to start buying a bunch to try on and compare and send back whatever I don't like.

Shannon - one month from today?! I think my heart just stopped... man I have so much to do as well. I have to complete my hangover kits and buy a few more things for the OOT bags, finish writing our ceremony and my vows, purchase floating candles and twinkle lights and print out a bunch of signage and buy frames for pictures. There's much more but I can't even think of it yet!

Quote: Originally Posted by ~Katie~ Ok, no laughing....I'm putting my life on the line here..... here's ALL my BD shots....with NO retouching...YET! To view your images just go to: Zenfolio | Amy Symons Photography | KatieGBoudoir and enter the password: (going to be annoying and ask you to message me for the password - I'm conscious that anyone can look on here and click on it, hope you all understand) These are the processed images but are not yet retouched, retouching includes: line, spot + dark circle removal, skin smoothing, lump and bump removal, background and outfit corrections, and small colour/tone adjustments. Let me know the numbers of the ones that you would like as 9x6 retouched prints. The number shows in the corner of the image, on the right, when it is selected, and also underneath the image ************************************************** ******* let me know which numbers you think are the best as they are (if any lol) and which would be the best to get retouched...I hate making decisions! Who's laughing!!! I love your pictures! You are a gorgeous girl, all your hard work definitely paid off. You've earned the pre-emptive star I gave you for sure! I noted down all my favorites and will message you them now. I love the Mrs. Day shirt too, what a brilliant idea! Chris is going to love them

Quote: Originally Posted by ~Katie~ Ok, no laughing....I'm putting my life on the line here..... here's ALL my BD shots....with NO retouching...YET! To view your images just go to: Zenfolio | Amy Symons Photography | KatieGBoudoir and enter the password: (going to be annoying and ask you to message me for the password - I'm conscious that anyone can look on here and click on it, hope you all understand) These are the processed images but are not yet retouched, retouching includes: line, spot + dark circle removal, skin smoothing, lump and bump removal, background and outfit corrections, and small colour/tone adjustments. Let me know the numbers of the ones that you would like as 9x6 retouched prints. The number shows in the corner of the image, on the right, when it is selected, and also underneath the image ************************************************** ******* let me know which numbers you think are the best as they are (if any lol) and which would be the best to get retouched...I hate making decisions! Who's laughing!!! You look GORGEOUS!!! All your hard work totally paid off and you DEFINITELY deserved my pre-emptive star I gave you I love them, you are such a pretty girl! I am going to message you my favorites now. Chris is going to love them! I really love the Mrs. Day shirt, what a brilliant idea!

Quote: Originally Posted by ~Katie~ Ok, no laughing....I'm putting my life on the line here..... here's ALL my BD shots....with NO retouching...YET! To view your images just go to: Zenfolio | Amy Symons Photography | KatieGBoudoir and enter the password: (going to be annoying and ask you to message me for the password - I'm conscious that anyone can look on here and click on it, hope you all understand) These are the processed images but are not yet retouched, retouching includes: line, spot + dark circle removal, skin smoothing, lump and bump removal, background and outfit corrections, and small colour/tone adjustments. Let me know the numbers of the ones that you would like as 9x6 retouched prints. The number shows in the corner of the image, on the right, when it is selected, and also underneath the image ************************************************** ******* let me know which numbers you think are the best as they are (if any lol) and which would be the best to get retouched...I hate making decisions! Who's laughing!!! You look GORGEOUS!!! All your hard work totally paid off and you DEFINITELY deserved my pre-emptive star I gave you I love them, you are such a pretty girl! I am going to message you my favorites now. Chris is going to love them! I really love the Mrs. Day shirt, what a brilliant idea!

Quote: Originally Posted by Bella24 I got "okay" results the first go around. That is only because of the diet part though. I only missed 2-3 workouts throughout the whole program. I can't express enough how important it is to eat right and use portion control!! That is where people don't see more results. The first time I lost about 7-8 lbs., but you also gain a lot of muscle, so I would say it was around 10-12 lbs. of fat that I really lost. I totally agree, I think with this program, diet is the key! The first time I did it, I followed the diet to a T and got to my very smallest I've ever been. This second time around diet wasn't totally in tact and I'm not seeing the same results, now I'm struggling to get the diet in and the fat gone.

Thanks girls! Karen I love the rings! You're E ring is totally gorgeous and your wedding band looks almost identical to mine. I don't have a picture handy but that was actually the first thing we did is buy rings so I've had them since last May, LOL!

Quote: Originally Posted by renee1811 OMG, my photog friend just messaged me wanting to see if we could do my first BD shoot this Saturday--I don't know if I'm ready!! I might do a crash diet for the next 2 days, lol. I'm reading all the posts for tips and poses. I might have to buy a bottle of wine Saturday morning, lol. Spray tan, I agree, I did one for mine and loved it. Also, booze does wonders, music helps a lot to cut any tension, I just zoned out and mouthed the words to the music a lot... if you cut out all carbs and gassy veggies you'll shrink right up! No broccoli, cauliflower, asparagus, beans of any kind etc. Drink lots of water, protein shake, water with lemon, that has slimming effects.

Quote: Originally Posted by KarenM Oooh, I love them!! The stems will look beautiful in the centerpieces and I love how all the bouquets look together! Thank you! I wasn't sure how my concept would translate since they aren't all the same style really, so I'm glad they came out good!

Quote: Originally Posted by JT3 Kitten Heart the flowers look great... Thank you!

Yikes! They weren't that big the first time I posted them!

Diana - This sounds perfect! I'm searching for salons that do it here in LA now, thank you for sharing! Karen - Sure here are my pix! The yellow are pin on corsages for my aunts, the green are bouts for the boys Bridesmaid bouquets - green cymb orcids & fucshia tulips with natural wrap My bridal bouqet is in the upper right hand corner Small orchid stems will be submerged in water in different sized vases with a floating candle on top

Katie - I can't wait to see you're pictures! I'm sure you rocked them My shoot was 4 hours long and I could have kept going! Michelle - Thank you! I know, I'm really excited to be able to keep them

Quote: Originally Posted by ~Crista-Lee~ Thanks! It has been a lot of tears... a lot of laying on the floor not knowing if I'll get up and definitely not wanting to get up. I cringe when I hear the words superman - banana! Tony Horton is really annoying, but for some reason makes us laugh... especially when you can tell the people in the studio are thinking the exact same thing! I just hope I can stick with it! I feel great, I have so much more energy... now if only I could stick to the diet plan... I know, it is tough! When you're doing superman banana just think of the fact that what your doing is actually working and people are noticing a difference, that's priceless!

Quote: Originally Posted by Maidofhonour8 Hi KittenHeart, Thanks for your reply! If you could let me know the prices for this year, at least that gives us something to work on! I am still reading the posts! Managed to get to page 163!! Will get their eventually!! x Hmm, well the banquet kit they have on the Karisma website says 2009 and it looks like the BBQ deluxe requires a minimum of 30 people: BBQ Deluxe (These are additional options/costs) Portobello pasta salad $ 4.00 USD p.p. Crab salad $ 8.00 USD p.p. Lobster tail $ 12.00 USD p.p. Rack of lamb $ 6.00 USD p.p. Beef medallions $ 8.00 USD p.p. New York steak $ 7.00 USD p.p. Salmon fillet $ 6.00 USD p.p. Salads Spinach salad with bacon and fresh cheese Mixed lettuce salad Shrimp cocktail Jicama salad Pasta salad Cucumber salad with corn Gressings Ranch dressing Thousand island dressing Italian dressing Croutons Garnish Mashed potatoes Mixed vegetables Baked potato Spinach florentine From the grill Caribbean fish fillet BBQ ribs Chicken breast Shrimp skewers Roasted flank steak Spanish sausage Desserts Cheesecake Fruits served in baskets Fruits tartlet Almond tartlet Cajeta custard Lime pie Apple strudel $ 26.00 USD p.p. Includes 4 hours international open bar Requires a minimum of 30 guests

Shannon it's gorgeous! I love the all white different kinds of flowers, so classic and clean I just got all my proofs of my real touch flowers and they look amazing, I'm happy with them! My mani is $50 which I couldn't believe but $70?! Why are they overcharging SO much, that's just crazy. I would definitely love to hear about the UV polish, let us know!

Crista - that's so awesome on your obvious body accomplishments! That is just the best isn't it?? I did pilates reformer (the machine) last night and it made me feel like a wimp even after completing P90X, how crazy is that?! Renee - You're getting so much done! I'm behind now and freaking out!

STARTING Monday, March 22nd 2010 ENDING Friday, April 2nd 2010 We will check in with what is done either as it’s done or every other Friday and start a new list KittenHeart (Amy) to do’s: 1. Have 3rd dance lesson, multiple practices, have first half down 2. Find out about boat/jetski rental for TTD pictures 3. Know final number of people coming and have them book flights if need be 4. Pay and receive shoe clips 5. Receive hair fascinator 6. Get guest list to WC & decide on seating table arrangements 7. Decide on Vegas legal wedding, where staying and who’s coming 8. Finish writing ceremony & my vows 9. FI to complete all throwies for paper lanterns 10. Complete list of must play songs/do not plays and songs for DJ 11. Find out vase sizes and buy floating candles and string lights 12. Create and print out reserved seating signs for ceremony & drink for ceremony 13. Put ribbon through bird cards 14. Print at home, common Spanish phrases, reception drink & cigar signs, numbers and other sign 15. Create hangover kit sticker, print, cut and stick – make instructions 16. Buy frames for pictures and signage 17. Buy more OOT bag stuff 18. Complete 2 more weeks of P90X & Insanity 19. Get TTD outfit for FI – pants, tie and white shirt; get wedding slacks hemmed, decide on jacket & find bachelorette party dress Taylorwd's To Do's! 1. Finish writing the ceremony 2. Assemble Menu/Drink cards 3. Assemble frames for grandparents' pictures 4. Finish reception playlist 5. Get paperwork together for onsite meeting 6. Pick up dress on Saturday! 7. Get married on April 1st! 8. Decide on sand for sand ceremony Crista Lee’s to do's: 1. Work out - P90X & Gym 2. Work on website 3. Invitations... wait AGAIN... Patiently... 4. OOT Bags 5. Continue shopping list 6. Find TTD 7. Find Luggage Tags 8. SHOP TIL I DROP!! Renee's To-Do List 1. Figure out this dang cake topper 2. Set up appointment for alterations 3. Lose 2 pounds 4. Make final payment to Tiffany 5. Take first dance lesson with FI 6. Figure out music selection for dinner 7. Start making plans for AHR (I am drawing a blank on this one right now...) 8. Get flower girl dress ordered 9. Decorate fans and bubbles for the ceremony with ribbons 10. Get bridesmaid's dress altered if necessary Still missing... AmyBermuda to do’s: Meghan’s to do’s: Michele's to do: Katie's to-do's: Lindz to do’s:

Quote: Originally Posted by Maidofhonour8 Hi ladies, I am planning my sister-in-law's wedding in Mexico next year (June 2011) and she has fallen in love with the azul sensatori. I have got bits of information from our TA & from the Karisma website & then stumbled across this forum, I have started from the beginning (!) and only just managed to get to page 100! So I do apologise if these questions have been asked before, but hoping you could help us before we decide to book. As we are flying from UK there will only be around 10-15 of us so just wondering what options would be available for her reception. Her ideal would be: Have the beach setting for ceromony around 4pm ish Followed by cocktail hour with canope's 5:30 - 6 Followed by a private BBQ with torches on the beach about 6/7pm. Would all this be possible at the Azul & does anyone know how much it would cost. I have been reading up on the wedding packages available & it says that you get a meal for 40 in the Spoon restaurant included, would she be able to have the BBQ as a substitute for the meal? Any help or advice or contacts in the hotel would be appreciated. Thanks ladies & good luck with the planning! K x Hi! Beach ceremony - yes should would be able to have this Cocktail hour with open bar and canapes - definitely able to have this Beach BBQ - this is a food option as a buffet I believe The 40 person meal @ Spoon would not be able to be substituted for anything. You would either have it at Spoon or not at all, the beach BBQ would be extra and on a per person basis. I could give you the prices based on this year but it won't be the same for 2011. Just let your friend know that Azul Sensatori nickle and dimes you a bit, you can't swap anything or get a discount for not utilizing something in your package, everything is extra so just let her be prepared. A lot of us had to find out the hard way. As long as she budgets for it and prepares then it should be smooth sailing! I would highly recommend reading the rest of the posts and putting together some facts you find from here for her and of course we'll answer your questions as well. Good luck! You're such a sweet Maid of Honor to do all this research for her

Quote: Originally Posted by ~Katie~ Right girls....I'm up wayyyy too late and am off to bed now. BD shoot tomorrow - 1pm and i'm absolutely cacking it!! excited as well though. photog did say I could bring one person, and they could be with me while i have my hair and make up done, but she'd have to wait outside while I had my shoot as there's not enough room in the studio for someone else....she was really nice about it so I'm not fuming, but I will be going on my own. Just packed my suitcase of goodies!! so much to do in the morning to get ready before I leave!! Yay!! Happy BD Shoot Day! You're going to rock it!