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Quote: Originally Posted by echo2_62 Ooh thanks Adrianne! Last night was crazy so I hadn't made it to the facebook page yet like I thought so this helps a lot! I'd have to agree with the comments about a real flower wilting. Plus if it's a little windy like it sounds to be at the gazebo, a silk flower would definitely hold up better than a real one. And I have to point out that as of today my ticker is now counting in DAYS and that has me very excited!!! It's just 26 days until we leave now and I'm trying to figure out the things that I'm missing on my to-do list! I feel like I should have a bunch but for whatever reason, I just don't - it's unnerving! Hi gals- I had a real flower (a lily) and it stood up against the wind and the night just fine. I did snip the pollen bunches out so it wouldn't stain my dress though. I didn't pay for it and just took the chance there were extra flowers around...

Quote: Originally Posted by kwiest79 Question for past brides! Did you use real flowers in your hair or silk? If silk where did you get them? I had real flower. Lusia has some extras in the spa so didn't have to pay for them. Mine was a pink lily.

Quote: Originally Posted by echo2_62 Ooh, also - I was a dummy and forgot to save the email address for Jennifer (?) at the concierge desk... does anyone have that on hand to save me searching through all our posts - I'm horrible at searches still!! I'm know you have it now but just in case, I posted her new address in post 169. She's quite lovely...tell her I say hi! Janna

Quote: Originally Posted by echo2_62 Dee/Janna - either of you have reviews up yet that I might've missed?!?!? Dee - I'll admit I'm eager to hear about the party hopper tour that you were planning, and if you remember prices and whether you booked through the resort or some place else?!? We don't have anything specific booked just yet so I'm trying to get this and one other day organized soon. No my friend, mine isn't up yet. I have it on my 2 do list. I just got my bro-in-laws pictures, all 350 of them so have been sifting through them. I promise....I'm on it though! If there is anything you need, let me know! Janna

Quote: Originally Posted by kwiest79 I saw your pics Ginalyn and LOVED them! You look so beautiful .I tried to book him but unfortunately he was already booked for my wedding day. Your ttd session was awesome too. Did you use the resort videographer, and if so how was the DVD? What time of day did you get married? Our ceremony is at 5 p.m. and dinner at 7. Where did you have your reception? My wedding was at 5 and dinner was at 7 above Portofino! Thanks again Dee for the inside reception tip. Me and my guests really liked the sunset time, gave me more time to get ready and them more time at the beach!

Quote: Originally Posted by kwiest79 Did anyone have a trial run with hair before the wedding day? I was worried about hair/make-up and had wondered the same thing. Luisa at the spa was excellent. I had read on the forum to ask for her. Best decision!! I had brought a picture but changed my mind last minute and she put my short bob into an up-do and did a fabulous job on my make-up!! Which was good b/c if she didn't, Dee was going to have to do it! I brought all my own make-up and brushes and she did such a great job. Not too worry about having a trial and paying the extra $$.

Quote: Originally Posted by mwcfarms Hey gals, so finally a mrs. Will write a full report when I get home, but dont stress over anything. You can finalize all your stuff with Jacy-Sandra once your here. We met with her twice and she did such an amazing job. Everything was perfect. Will post a full review when I get back. Hi all- Mrs. 2010wedding here!!! I 100% agree with Dee. Jacy was great and our day was better then I could of ever imagined and I'm a big worrier!! Jacy is lovely, the food is fantastic and overall, everything was amazing. I'll post a full review soon as well. A big love filled shout out to Dee! It was awesome to be at the resort and to get married with you there!!! Janna Ps. to the gals that were wondering about a rehearsal. We were thinking that we wanted to do a formal practice too but Jacy talks/walks you through the order of who goes when and she was great at cueing all of us on the wedding day. We had an informal "meeting" with our bridal party and guests at dinner one night and went through it then. Not too worry.

Packed and already to go!!! Full report when I come back as a Mrs!!!!

I can't believe after being on our DPA forum since 08 that I'm finally going!!!! I'm so excited!!!! See you Sunday Dee!!!!! Thanks gals for everything!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Ginalyn Have a blast Dee and Janna! You'll have wonderful weddings. DPA takes care of you. Enjoy!!!! Thanks Ginalyn!!!!

See you in 3 days Dee!!!! If any of the DPA brides-2-be have any specific questions, let us know. 3 sleeps!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by mwcfarms Cheaper to book once you get there is what my brother told me. Although I see online bookings from 65 us a person without travel. Not going to book it till we get there anyways. Was thinking of maybe Friday night after the mardi gras thing on the beach. Either that or Saturday. Couple of links I found for you Playa del Carmen Party Hopper Tour Party Hopper Playa Del Carmen I wanna come too! Oh ya, I have a wedding to get ready for on Friday that is ON Sat!!! Darn it.

Quote: Originally Posted by echo2_62 HAHAHA!!! Yah I can't complain at spending $65 for the night at all!! And seeing as some of our friends paid $150 each at new years for a buffet dinner and drinks, I'm sure they'll spring for this one!!! SWEEEEEET!!! I think part of the reason I'm so excited is because our last trip to MX (it was my first vacation) we didn't go to any bars or anything and our resort didn't have a club really for night entertainment. This will be entirely new for me and I've heard a lot of great stories from other friends. DAMN IT - WHY DO I STILL HAVE TWO MONTHS TO WAIT?!?!?!?!?!!!!!!!!! Hahaha.....you're too cute Echo!!! 2 months is going to fly by!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by bridej9 I finally made it to junior member! Woohooo! Can't wait to open documents!!! Congrats!!! Its a big deal I know!!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by nbills511 Hi Ladies....if you are having a private reception...which location did you choose?? Thank you!! Nicole Hiya Nicole- I am going to have it at the Adult's pool or the lagoon. I am having one large table so need to look when I get down there. Janna

Dee....so AWESOME!!! Well done my friend, well done. Looks like I'll be borrowing some of it!!! Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by mwcfarms Although I need to tweak it because it sounds too cheesy. I need help with mine!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by mwcfarms So my soon to be SIL who is a BM called last night as tried to get me to give up my first class plane seats to her parents as a treat since they are going to be watching them for a week after the wedding. Which they offered to do. Now on a side note I will add that for each other childs wedding in my FI family the children got $5000 from them to help with costs. But the MIL told Fiance that because she had to pay for SIL & BIL 's trip she couldnt afford to give us the money. Which is fine we didnt expect it. BIL and SIL can afford to go he's just a cheap tight wad that wont allow my SIL to do anything. I mean really is it just me being touchy or was that tacky. I was really pissed off at her nerve but I let it slide because its 10 days till wedding and I dont want to rock the boat. OFFSIDE!!! If my SIL did that I'd tell her to MYOB or talk to Chris. Not her call. Mantra- 6 days, 6 days till sun, sand and booze!!!

Has anyone made a welcome letter for their oot bags and if so, did you include resort info?

Quote: Originally Posted by mwcfarms Hey ladies which bar and which restaurant are adult only. I am trying to find it online and cant. Thought maybe someone could point me in right direction. Thanks. Is Barracuda adults only?

Quote: Originally Posted by Jen2011 Hi girls! I wanted to introduce myself to all of you. My name is Jen and I am from NJ. I am officially a DPA bride!!!!! We are getting married January 14, 2011. I feel alittle overwhelmed because I don't know what I'm supposed to be doing. I have my dress. My bridesmaids have their dresses too, but I feel like I should be doing something more... Welcome Jen!!

Quote: Originally Posted by mwcfarms My fiance is wearing Tommy Bahama's too but we had such a hard time finding it cheap here. At the retail stores the shirts were 138.00 and the pants were 160. Yikes. I am planning on having my reception on the beach. I think. I am not sure how it works for receptions with the restaurants. I think you can only have them there free if the hotel is under a certain capacity otherwise there is a fee. So weather permitting we will be having ours on the beach. yes it is close, I have been emailing the resort this morning with questions and doing dry runs on the packing lol. Finishing off my welcome letter and going to put together the OH SHIT hangover kits lol and whatnot. I love these forums and another BDW bride is getting married two days later and flys out the same time so cant wait to meet her. Shout out to Janna hehe. Its super close. I cant wait. I can't wait to meet you too Dee!!! And your honey too!!! 1 WEEK today and we leave!!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by mwcfarms Hey Janna, Do you have any kids travelling with your party? Hiya Dee- I do. My niece Sophie who is 1 1/2. My FI's sister lives in the UK so they are coming from there. Anything I can help with?

http://img78.imageshack.us/img78/8915/anthuriumdr2.jpg My new idea for centerpieces....

Hiya gals- I got a quote back from Jacy on the floating orchid idea. The pink orchid is $250US and the green orchid is $50US!!! Too much $$$ for me. Any suggestions on what can go in the tall vases? Help!!!