KittenHeart

I think I am about to order my dress from Duosheng, I've been looking for like 6 months and nothing ever looks right but I guess I'll just go with my gut and do it

Thank you trobin01 & KarenM! I am so excited to see them, as soon as I get them I'll post a picture

AmyBermuda - Wow what a busy weekend! Sounds like fun though I totally do that too, organize my to do's. This is why I love my Blackberry, I have so many notes in there I constantly update it. I need to update my budget spreadsheeet that I have been avoiding for obvious reasons Those are cute! I LOVE giraffee print, my shower curtain is giraffe print and I just got a huge vintage giraffe poster I put in my bathroom and I have another in my livingroom!

Quote: Originally Posted by jdrewett I'm so glad I found this thread. I saw a few dresses on littlecoral.com I love, but still unsure about which style. These are some of my favorites : V neckline lace wedding dress, bridal gown [RW08020(f)] - US$267.00 : LittleCoral.com v neck keyhole back lace cheap wedding dress,bridal gown [LZ3851(f)] - US$274.00 : LittleCoral.com beading halter floor length chiffon wedding dress, bridal gown [WD09109(f)] - US$190.00 : LittleCoral.com I like them!! The first two are very classic and the last one is more modern and fun and beachy. Tough choice, good luck!

Welcome Angel! I've completed P90X if you have any questions, my advice is to stick to the diet as best as you can, you'll see changes in a week or two! bholthof - Ab ripper... ahhh man. Ok, this is the bad news about Ab Ripper, after doing it for 3 months, it still hurt exactly the same as day one, the only difference is that I could do it without stopping AND I had a very nice stomach with visible definition. So no pain no gain I guess! I paused it here and there in the beginning, that's normal. sammysgirl - I didn't do P90X for weight loss just toning and BF loss. I did lose 2% and 2lbs in the first month (doesn't sound like a lot, but I was already in shape when I started with no weight to lose) so I was really shocked to lose even that much. It got me in the best shape of my life, I miss it and as soon as I complete my current program I'm doing it all over again.

Quote: Originally Posted by thefuturemrslutz It's crazy how similar our diets are! Can I have your receipe for your mashed yams and your berry pie?? Sounds awesome!!!!!!!! Just PM'd you the recipes!

Quote: Originally Posted by jo&delo2010 I dont know if you would be interested but I ordered a charm with a pic of my mom and I to attach to my boquet for the wedding. I'ts small, really pretty, a nice keepsake, and it was made really well (not cheap looking) . I ordered it from exclusivelyweddings.com in the memorial items section. None of my extended family has even said a word! Eventhough they are all on my facebook! They didnt even say anything about my invitation which were really nice and different. Oh well! That's a wonderful suggestion! That actually might make me feel better to be honest, thank you I'm looking at the website right now. Yep, all my extended family is on Facebook as well and said nothing. I slaved over my save the dates and was actually so upset no one said anything, I bought cheap invites to send them instead of my fancy passport ones

Quote: Originally Posted by jo&delo2010 lol - does'nt this just seem to get better by the day! I even started a thread SIL help lol I have been told that I should'nt care if she's prego, I should be happy, that I'm focused to much on her, that her pregnancy will overshadow my wedding but I should'nt even care. I got put in my place really quick lol oh oh and because she had a miscarriage (which she doesnt know that I know about because she didnt tell me) that I should be more understanding. If you dont tell me anything, why should I act any different? I was even told this day isnt about me. I kinda thought it was lol In a way all the comments have helped even if I dont agree with all of them. In the end Im gonna look great in my dress and have a great time drinking when she cant. My Mother in law also told me to stop loosing weight! You would think I had an eating disorder by the speech she gave me..lol It's not my fault your daughter didnt loose weight for her wedding and it upset you...I'm healthy, happy and know that the time is now to take care of myself! Esp. when we plan to have a kid its very important to be in shape. ok..i have vented enough..lol LOL!! This cracked me up!! I had my FI's alcoholic aunt (who I've never met, talked to or even know what she looks like) who booked and decided to go and then decided to not go all in a week, wrote me a wall post on my Facebook saying that she heard I was on some fitness program and that I should just be happy and buy a dress that fits me instead of trying to fit into a dress (which I never mentioned anything of the sort and I don't even have weight to lose, I just like working out) and that I should talk to my FI (she even spelled his name right) or seek councelling on th matter... so nothing suprises me with people anymore, it's like you say "we're getting married" and the freak show begins.

Quote: Originally Posted by lalanyc OMG I'm so sorry to hear that about your mom and brother! I can't comprehend behavior like that from a parent no less At the end of the day, what's important is that you and your new hubby are together but still. I really hope they come around for you! Thank you very much! I agree but if I let it get to me really at all I'll totally lose it so I'm really trying to be insoucient about the whole matter. I can say planning a wedding has made me a lot stronger if anything, haha!

Karen, the sock monkey cake topper is ADORABLE!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Afrommert OH, i wanted to ask if anyone had any ideas about how to get on those ppl who keep saying the are coming to mexico but have not booked yet?? I wish I knew... I promote cheap flights to my RSVP'd guests when I find them and asked my TA to tell me about dips in cost at the hotel and I can use that as promotion. It's nerve wracking but everyone else thinks I'm insane.

Quote: Originally Posted by gemwhite2b Hey Ladies, Well I leave for Mexico in 3 days and get married a week tomorrow. Like Nicole I am very laid back so not worried to much about the details. I have a great husband to be, my friends and family coming and a wicked dress so should be good. Just need to get there in one piece now! Will give you guys a review when I return. Happy planning. Gem Gem how exciting!!! I'm envious of you being laid back, I need lessons, I seriously have nightmares at this point Have a WONDERFUL wedding! We can't wait to hear about it

Quote: Originally Posted by renee1811 I have paid my deposit and my wedding is booked now!! WOOHOO! This past month I felt like I wasn't doing anything, but now it's all moving along smoothly. Nicole, when you get a chance, would you please add me to the list--May 28! I got my bridesmaid's dresses at Ross for $15, so I am super-excited about that. They are a really pretty teal color and are chiffon. I was so worried about finding a dress because all of my girls are different sizes, but they all loved the dress and thought it was very flattering. I got their jewelry at Sam Moon (omg, I am in love with that store!)--they each got a silver starfish necklace, and I also found luggage tags for all of them. My dress has come in, and I HAVE to lose 5 pounds for it to fit correctly. I'm a little worried with Thanksgiving being next week--any tips on how to stay fit during the holidays?! Yay!!!! Congrats!!! Wow, that's a steal! I keep hearing about everyone's cool colored dresses and I feel like I should do that too. I asked my girls to each wear their favorite black dress that goes to their knees and they were pretty happy about choosing their own. I'm so jealous! I probably won't get my dress until a few months before the wedding. I'm on a workout program from my BD shoot and then another one for the wedding, 6 months of working out and dieting 6 days a week... people actually think I'm insane. My dress is form fitting entirely and silk so there's no leeway here! Well instead of mashed potatoes I have a recipe for mashed yams and pears which will suffice as my potatoes. I'm making two veggies dishes, skipping gravy and very little stuffing. I'll also do this based off of cals, eat small cal meals throughout the day and make space for the bigger meal. I will also workout on Turkey Day to even things out if possible I also make a berry pie for Turkey Day and I use splenda and no one even knows this, it's so delish!

Quote: Originally Posted by Afrommert Amy, Looooove your tree Idea!!!! It sounds super cool!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you!!! If I could only get it down there in one piece, that's the hard part

Quote: Originally Posted by AshManahan Hi ladies! Glad to hear everyone is doing well and planning is moving along. I have 9 days left to go and leave on Monday. I am completely exhausted and have had no time to do anything. I lost my dinner cards and missed my calighraphy appointment for them. My handwriting sucks so I'm sure they are going to look crappy now. Also the paper I special ordered for my OOTs gift bag agenda insert never showed up and now is on forever backorder. I guess the only postivie/negative is that I gained three pounds last week, but my dress still fits I think it is time for some vodka and a sedative... Awww Ash! Do you have a friend with good handwriting you can have do them? I'd start calling my girls and just explain that I'm stressed and I need all hands, I'd help out a bride in this situation, someone has got to be able to come over and allieviate some stress. 3lbs isn't bad, you could cut out most carbs for a week and slim up no problem if you wanted but if you still fit in your dress, you should be fine Have a WONDERFUL wedding, I know we can't wait to see you fabulous pictures!

Quote: Originally Posted by sjmacphe LOL like she doesn't have a say I know what you mean - in some ways I regret picking my MOH because she has 2 kids (well one will be popping out either today or tomorrow, she's 41+ weeks preggo!). She planned it around our wedding hehe - the only problem is she is planning on bringing her kids...but her husband is one of my FI's groomsmen...I just dont know how its all going to work. She might bring her mom to help out! I sort of think she should leave the kids for the week with her parents...they would be so much more stress free...but I understand this is not easy to do. I just wish she was more available sometimes - she is so busy that I can't see her planning my bachelorette etc. PS - Kittenheart, that sucks about your family. Are they boycotting it, or not going for other reasons? Besides that it will look a little weird, is it bothering you that they won't be there? Haha I know right! She assures me she won't let him knock her up until afterwards but that's not too easy to control when not on birth control. Yeah my MOH has two kids as well and is trying to figure out all these difficult alternatives and staying in a timeshare etc. Drives me mad. Extended family hasn't responded at all to anything I've sent out, fine, my mom and brother don't have the money and don't seem like they want to come. I told my mother I'd pay for the entire trip and a new bathings suit as well to see what she'd say and her response is, "well, I don't like flying either." So I'm thinking she doesn't want to come. It's terribly upsetting to me but if she doesn't want to be there, why should I force her and waste my own money. My father passed away years ago so he's really the only one with a legitimate excuse

Plyo is my favorite too, challenging and it totally works! If you like intense cardio, Insanity is truly for you

Quote: Originally Posted by jo&delo2010 Where can I begin.... every one is prego! We have at least 4 or 5 couples. Including my sis in law. Then some people cant afford it...but we gave plenty enough time for them to save money and I know some of their economic situations havent changed. In the end ...I have started not to care! who goes .... goes and who doesnt? Missed out on a lot of fun I have this issue too!! My sister in law is due next week, one of my BEST FRIENDS planned the whole trip and found out she was pregnant and due 2 days before my wedding. It's so hard being happy for people when you're disappointed in the circumstance. Also, one of my bridesmaid's husbands is constantly telling her he's going to get her pregnant and I hate to have to be weary of this!!!

Nicole - you must be super laid back which I totally envy. I'm not gonna lie I'm a bit of a control freak, which just makes all the stress 10X. I even had a wedding nightmare last night that I couldn't shake and kept me up for over an hour. On another subject, I got this in my Brides.com daily email and thought I'd share with you ladies, especially since we're all working out together now "To avoid bloating, stay away from the following foods the day before the wedding: broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, onions, chewing gum, soda, soup, beans, lettuce, brussels sprouts, peas and high-fiber cereals."

Quote: Originally Posted by Katie_2010 omg omg omg! It's only 165 days until I leave for Mexico and 170 until the wedding day!!!!!!!!! so that's only 164 sleeps to go until I've got to have everything ready by!! arrrgggghhhh!!!!!!!!! lol Ahhh stop it!!! You make my stomach twist in knots everytime you mention how much time we have since I'm only one day after you!

I absolutely love the gray & hot pink, I think it's the perfect balance and compliment. I really wanted to do gray and baby yellow.... decided on greens though even though some baby yellow orchids snuck in somehow In an effort to shrink my size I've been cutting back on my drinking so no hangover for me. My FI was out of town over the weekend camping with his BM & came home and entire day early with no warning and nearly gave me a heart attack! I already had a whole girls weekend planned so did that anyways.

Ahhhh Superman/Banana, always so irritating Can't wait to hear how the Plyo was, kicked my booty the first time!

I like it but honestly I think it may be too much with that dress, the focus is obvoiusly the dress because it's gorgeous and I love the detailing! I'd go for a simple necklace or small pearls or just earrings. I wouldn't want to take any focus off that wonderful dress!

Yep, none of my family is coming... well only two aunts and two uncles, no immediate family. People have become so upset that my own family won't come they keep trying to pay for them so now I've had to lie to everyone and can't deal with thinking about how this is going to look on my actual wedding day when they aren't there.

Synergistics was by far my LEAST favorite DVD, LOL