KittenHeart

HereFishie - OMG your dress is GORGEOUS!!! Beautiful choice and congrats!

Booo indeed! I had to ask my MOH husband to step in because I have 5 and he has 3

Ladies, I'm the saddest kid on the block right now... My photo did my BD book layout and gave me the link and password to access it online. I spent about 5 hours one night making notes in the comment boxes below each page of what I wanted changed/added. I wrote an inscription and put some quotes and song lyrics on some pages. I put my heart and soul into it and really took the time to make it good. I was really proud of it and did it about a month ago and just emailed my photog because I never got the updated online proof. So I clicked "send changes" and it sent it off to him and I heard back from him today... there's NO info in there. He never got any changes and now I can't even remember what I said, quotes I used or any changes at all... I'm so upset, this is devastating ugh! So I thought since so many of you girls have this shoot coming up, if you make any changes/inscriptions/quotes - keep a separate record of it just in case, I highly regret this now.

Quote: Originally Posted by CaraW Did it make you mad when the groomsmen bailed? We just had a groomsman bail last night, and even though he says he really wanted to go, but just can't afford it, a part of me feels a little hurt because he's known about this since October of '08 at least... and how could he not save?? Sorry, actually we had 3 groomsmen bail. Mad? I'm am piiiiissssed. These people had over 2 years to save, plan etc. One of them has tons of money and says he can't get time off work (which is BS) he's going to a DW a month prior for 2 days and a girl he works with is coming to my wedding for 5 with no issues. The next groomsman literally fell off the face of the earth, I haven't heard from him in a year so, bye bye. The third groomsmen didn't tell me he was coming until I emailed him letting him know I bought a tie for him and then trying to say he told my FI he wasn't coming, which he didn't. Soooo... yeah, good old flakey men. I had a lot of fickle people, originally had 65 RSVP, down to now 40 booked so a lot of people have a lot of lame reasons. No I'm not bitter... hahaha

Quote: Originally Posted by autjo Totally! "I'm pushing own personal pause button" Yoga is sooooo good for you. It takes a little while to get the hang of it, but I promise you will have better circulation, be more flexible and just feel better if you stick with it. P90X and Insanity are just some Beachbody work out DVDs that kick your butt. They are pretty easy to set up at home and give good results if you stick with it. They also come with nutrition plans if you are motivated to do them. LOL!! "Do your best.... and what? Forget the rest" "This is Yoga X my brotha! Get up!" "It's kinda ballistic, kinda static, it's stablatic!" Oh I could quote the things he says forever:) Yoga is probably the toughest for me but since continuing it I've seen great results in flexibility and strength, I highly recommend it!

This is the best thing ever Autumn!! You are so organzied, I totally admire you!! I love everything you did, thank you for the fab review, I'll post my Vegas wedding too after the wedding

Quote: Originally Posted by Lady_Di KH, your dress is beautiful...you are going to be a beautiful bride! A bridal store here in Houston will be having a trunk show of his dresses on March 26th...hmmm, should i go and check out? Thank you!! Oh really? They just had a trunk show 2 weeks ago at the bridal store I bought my dress from. I went there to pick up my dress and they were there... both times I've been to that bridal salon it was his trunk show! Clearly meant to be... although I met him and he measured me for my dress when I was there last year and he wasn't there 2 weeks ago. Why not! His dresses are sooo pretty and unique

Quote: Originally Posted by autjo Carly ~ it was a toss up between Insanity and Power Half Hour! We went with Insanity because we are trying to build up endurance for some adventure races that we are thinking about doing. I'm going to follow your Power Half Hour thread to see if that is something for us to try out next! Amy ~ We took a hiatus and then last week DH conviced me just go out and run 3 miles a couple of days. Sometimes I hate him Anyways we need some variety so I'll keep y'all posted on what we think! And seriously you are crazy for another round of Tony Horton torture! Good luck HAHA! I know right... I find myself mouthing along everything he says as he says it, I feel like I've memorized P90X!

There is another thread for P90X in existance, maybe a mod could combine the two? I'm on week 6 of P90X, my second time through as I completed it last year. I bought and started Insanity and almost finished it and moved back to P90X as it got me better results. I'm sore all the time still even at week 6 but definitely seeing some nice definition in my stomach, arms, back and legs which is nice.

Di - That's wonderful that your girls are all booked!! I have all my bridesmaids booked except one that is quite questionable right now. 2 of FI's groomsmen bailed, really sad. We're totally uneven but I don't care anymore I have 3 more guests to book and then done, it's a relief to almost be finished booking people! Karen - I think my alterations will be $500 as well!! SO annoying... thank you for the compliment on my dress BTW!

Cookies are my #1 weakness!!! I used to be someone who hated working out, it hurt, it was exhausting, felt like nothing ever changed. The trick is actually doing something you enjoy, you can find something for sure. I started a bootcamp that I loved years ago and when that ended I found out that kickboxing class was my thing, LOVE kickboxing, I'm down anytime and excited for it. So I say try a variety of things until you find something that keeps you interested and you'll expand from there trying new things. I myself hate driving to the gym, I cancelled my gym membership and am a devout member of DVD workouts at home. I love them, I never "miss" a class or go "to late to get a good machine" at the gym. To each their own for sure, just find out your preference and what works for you. Trying classes with friends always works too. I am doing Piloxing this weekend, combo of pilates and boxing. I get inspired by staring at Victorias Secret bodies going for that, lame I know but it gets me pumped if I keep my ideal body image in my head while working out, I push harder and know that I get that much closer with each workout I do. I also like googling celebrity diets/workouts. It gives me an idea of how hard these ladies have to work to have the body they have.

Voted!! Good luck girls

I bought and completed a month and a half of Insanity before I switched back to P90X. Insanity is NOT easy... I started it after a 2 month hiatus which was a mistake for sure. I'm on week 6 of my second round of P90X and plan to move back to Insanity and complete it right after I finish P90X. I personally got in better shape with P90X but Insanity did build my endurance A LOT. I am doing P90X much easier now I know because of Insanity. Let me know how you like it!

Ok ladies, here's our to do's for the next 2 weeks! STARTING Monday, March 8th 2010 ENDING Friday, March 19th 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 first dance lesson 2. Receive back final BD book, approve and pay 3. Get final 3 guests booked and get travel info and flight arrival times 4. Pay and receive shoe clips 5. Pay and receive hair fascinator 6. Italian family side wants to throw me AHR… figure that out! – Where to start? 7. Send international passports and others 8. Have first alteration fitting 9. Visit tux places in person, pick out boys outfits and let them know 10. Complete list of must plays/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 – bag up vitamins and make instructions 16. Buy frames for pictures and signage 17. Buy more OOT bag stuff 18. Complete 2 more weeks of P90X 19. Get TTD outfit for FI – pants, tie and white shirt; get wedding slacks hemmed, decide on jacket AmyBermuda to do’s: 1) Finish up Ceremony details 2) Update addresses in spreadsheet 3) Review Excursions for accuracy; arrange for final payments 4) Figure out theme - considering love birds & tropical flowers... 5) Keep up w/ running program & lose another 2-3 lbs 6) Finalize/negotiate deal w/ Karisma on wedding specials Taylorwd's To Do's: 1. Put together Day Of Emergency Kit 2. Decide on guest book 3. Finish writing ceremony 4. Find something blue! (shoe decor most likely) 5. Purchase sand art for the kids 6. Purchase sand ceremony supplies 7. Decorate flower girl basket 8. Purchase hair accessories 9. Find maracas 10. Finish menu/drink cards 11. Put together grandparents' photos in frames 12. Reception playlist 13. Get paperwork together for onsite meeting 14. Get a marriage license! 15. Have a rockin' BD shoot!! Meghan’s to do’s: 1. Still need to get thank you cards out 2. Find shoes for Matt 3. Figure out Centerpieces 4. Finalize music 5. Second last dress fitting Renee's To-Do list! 1. Finish the menus and programs on the computer--I don't want to print them yet in case they change, lol 2. Figure out my cake topper 3. Trial up-do with my veil/flowers 4. Take dress in for alterations (I need to get it hemmed and bustled) 5. Start working on ceremony script & vows 6. Work on music selection 7. Lose 2 more pounds 8. Ensure group payments have been made by our deadline of March 26 Michele's to do: 1.) Finish center pieces 2.) Pick up dress 3.) Order shoes 4.) Figure out what to wear under my dress 5.) Still lose 10 lbs. - I need to get my a** moving Crista’s To Do's: 1. Work Out 2. Work on web site 3. Wait for invitations, patiently of course... 4. Start finding stuff for OOT bags 5. Start my shopping list for US shopping trip at the end of the month. Katie's to-do's: - decide on songs for ceremony - FI to finish ordering his TTD suit - WORK OUT and diet (maybe not the diet bit...may just try to eat a little less! lol) - get black basque and LBD for BD photoshoot - try on all BD outfits to make sure I'm happy - look for and get BM shoes - get flowergirls to the shops to buy their dresses, shoes and hairbands - order my shoes - research and try to find as cheap as possible guest signing frame for Mexico

Quote: Originally Posted by erinandbrent2010 what are these photo shoots before the wedding BD photo shoot Sorry for my ignorance......haven't heard that before. BD = Boudoir A boudoir is a lady's private bedroom, sitting room or dressing room. The term derives from the French verb bouder, meaning "to pout" Basically it's a sexy, lingerie, pin-up (or whatever you want to wear) photoshoot of you for your future husband. I did one in January with lingerie and I'm having my photographer put together a nice leatherbound book with inscriptions in it and it will be given to him on our wedding day by my MOH while he's getting ready. It's his wedding gift from me A lot of us girls are doing it, it seems to be growing in popularity.

Quote: Originally Posted by meghan Did send you a picture and dimensions? If they did, would it be possible for you to email me what they look like? I'm not exaggerating when I tell you that I did sent pictures to my WC and she bugged them for 4 months before they gave her dimensions that did not work at all. So now I'm back to trying to get different vases, it's been a few months since my new photos and dimensions were sent to them so I'm still waiting to hear back and no they never sent me a picture. It's kind of a "we don't know what you'll get until wedding day"

Quote: Originally Posted by ~Crista-Lee~ I forgot one... 5. Start my shopping list for US shopping trip at the end of the month. Dear American Brides, You have such a larger selection, cooler things in general and better prices. I am so jealous! I (Heart) Target. Sincerely, Deprived Canadian Wait... you don't have Target's up there?! I live across the street from one... no joke.

Quote: Originally Posted by meghan ohh, yes i was talking to you lol. Are you doing 3 cylinder vases of different sizes on each table? if so, what were you quoted for them? Yes that's what I'm doing... I got quoted $20 a glass I just absolutely cannot bring ANYTHING else with me, I'm already totally overboard.

Quote: Originally Posted by IMPPEARL Were you guys able to get help getting into your outfits? Just curious some of those bustiers are not easy to get into... lol I have a black really sexy bustier with a million hooks at the back for closure. I can do it if I have to but help may be nice! I brought a friend for that reason and more I love your siggy pic BTW... Gorgeous!

Quote: Originally Posted by skadow All you girls live in NY! I am soo amazed with your photos, And then i look at the location and its NY! ...wish it was Chicago. Did you girls get Disks with your pics? I have found a new photographer but most don't want to include the disks. As a graphic design this is a deal breaker for me. I got a disk for mine, that would totally be a dealbreaker for me!

Quote: Originally Posted by meghan Amy, where did you get your vases from that are you using for your centerpieces? I think you are using the same type I am looking for. Are you talking to me? If so... I'm renting mine from the hotel, not bringing them in with me.

Beautiful!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by amybermuda Such BS you are right. I am going to tip the DJ big time then. What a joke. Yeah I can't believe that... well actually I can but it's total BS. I'm really happy I'm using an outside DJ now, even though I still have to pay the BS $500 fee

Quote: Originally Posted by finleys7 Matthew Christopher makes some beautiful dresses. A lot of layered looks...very nice =) Thank you! I have the 2009 Collection Lalique dress, the fitted mermaid that's one of his non-layered dresses. Quote: Originally Posted by sammysgirl So i got a few things marked off the list yesterday! -painted my maracas -painted wooden hangers for part of my BM gifts to say "bridesmaid" "maid of honor" for their dresses -put the ribbon around the handles of my raffia fans and attached an orchid -tied blue/pink ribbon on my bubbles for the end of the ceremony -made my starfish pins that will be attached to the chair bows at the ceremony... whew! Trying to get lots done now so I'm not freaking out the 1st week in May! You did get a lot done!!! What an adorable idea, hand painted wooden hangers for your bridesmaids/MOH dresses, I would have never thought of that! Quote: Originally Posted by Jackie22 I'm getting married May 25th, less than 3 months away. Any suggestions on what I should be doing to prepare (beauty wise). Facials? Teeth whitening? Creams? Whats good to start ahead of time? Any suggestions? Thanks I have been working out more, tanning now, teeth whitening & getting a chemical peel/facial once a month. I am using Bobbi Brown facial moisturizer and eye cream now too.