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Quote: Originally Posted by Oscar_Ernie Does anyone happen to know (or how to figure this out) how long their "free specials" typically run? Or how often they mark specific items for the "free" promotions (ie. every other month the brochures go on sale for two weeks)? I'm working on our pre-travel brochures, but we won't have things confirmed for a little while still (stuff that I'd like to include on the brochures). The "free" brochure special isn't available all the time...I've checked during times when it's not on sale. Any ideas? Thank! Make sure you access Vista through the email promo that you received from them. The email promo's have an expiration date in the fine print at the bottom As long as you access Vista through that email, you can still order from that promo after the expiration date (or I was able to once before anyway when it was 5 days past) If I receive an email that has LOTS of free things, I keep that one for awhile. I'll delete any other emails they send me in the next few days that only have maybe 8 things Free. I found that when I wasn't ordering, my specials weren't as good. After I play an order, I get HUGE freebies.

I would say that I don't want someone there that I don't know. I want this to be intimate with close friends and family. I wouldn't want to look back 10 years from now at a group photo and say "Who's that girl?" It's like bridal parties. So many of my friends look back at their bridal party pictures and there's a girl that they are no longer friends with. I think it kinda ruins the moment. (I don't know if any of that made sense!)

Quote: Originally Posted by jerseykitten i'm sorry you're going through this, and I can tell you that you aren't the only one. I was laid off in March 2009 from a similar situation - been there 5 years - great ratings and reviews, etc...they kept people who hadn't been there as long and weren't doing as well. and even though it's been over a year, I'm still not completely over the hurt that they let me go, even though i "know" in my head I should be, I'm better off, all those things. And, i know the others that got laid off with me feel the same way. Fast forward a year and now they are calling me to come back as a contractor - same as you - getting paid less, hourly, and no benefits. I've declined. Getting laid off is a major life event - many people do get very depressed, anxious - all the feelings you describe are very normal - and it's good that you have a therapist to talk about these things. Is there any way you can look for another job while you're working? I'm working hourly somewhere else now - taking the knowledge I got at the original company and using it to help another. Is it the great job I used to have - no - but it's a job, and I work here till I can get something better - maybe if you think of it as using your ex-employer to get to where you need to be next. Good luck! Man that sucks eh? I knew I wasn't the only on (obviously), but you're the first person I've found that feels the EXACT same as me. Sorry you had to go through it too I've thought of other jobs. I keep looking in the paper and online. The money I'm making there is still great though. I really need it right now. I'm going to stick it out and see what happens in the future. I don't know if I'm so angry because of the manager, the other employees, my supervisor - I don't know. I love what I do, but sometimes there's a trigger that'll just set me off and I'll feel miserable the rest of the day/week.

I HATE MY BOSS and Employer!! I used to be on salary (awesome benefits, awesome pension, sick days, year end $1000+ bonus, wage increase, important tasks assigned to me, vacation days, etc) I was laid off January 2009 due to the economy, even though I was performing better than some others, worked my way up the company in 4 years, took initiative to improve myself more than others, was in charge of developing a software program with the developers from South Africa and Australia. Another girl who started after me, and was just a little lower than me with job assignments, who was let go once before, then brought back, WAS NOT LET GO when the economy cuts came. I got hired back on contract with a lower pay and absolutely no benefits 3 months later. I do the EXACT same work as before and have the EXACT same knowledge as before, but now get less than someone who has been there shorter than me, and someone who does not even 1/2 of what I do. Instead of being paid by my employer now, he decides to put me through a placement agency who gives a paper check instead of direct deposit. I didn't deposit my pay check in time and now have a $42 NSF fee because my mortgage payment couldn't come out!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm so tired of being treated differently than others when I do the EXACT same thing as them if not MORE! It's been a year and a half and I still can't get over it. It caused me so many problems in my life (depression, motivation, anxiety) that my therapist got me a sick note to take a leave of absence from work (which I never used). I'm so tired of feeling this way but don't know how to get over it Thanks to anyone who read the whole thing and listened! xxoo

Quote: Originally Posted by 007bride Hi all, Is anyone else concerned about getting sick, burned, tanlines, breaking out, or gaining weight before ceremony? I just don't feel like I'll be able to relax before the wedding day & it's kind of a waste to go 3 days before if I'm just trying to prevent all the what if's. Burning and tanlines are in your own control. You know your body so take the necessary measures, and you'll be fine. Enjoy the sun IN MODERATION and stay in the shade often. How much weight will you really gain in 3 days? You'll be fine. Just don't go overboard. If you break out your photographer will be able to fix up your shots. Keep makeup handy. Getting sick, well I hate to be the downer of the group but this is out of your control. I've been to the Dominican 5 times and not even one day was sick. Here is my wedding day story . . . Leading up to the wedding (arrived Saturday, wedding Thursday): - Didn't stress about anything - Took catamaran excursions (constantly reapplied sunscreen) - Laid under Palapa Huts on the beach - Forgot to apply sunscreen before going in pool - got burnt, had tan lines, but honestly didn't really care and it wasn't that bad - I ate the same type of foods I normally do at home - Stayed away from lots of fruit, salads, drinks, and burgers (as they may not be cooked fully) My wedding day: - 9am breakfast of bacon, potatoes, orange juice, eggs - Room service at noon and had pasta - Drank lots of ice water (LOTS of ice) - Stayed cool and tried to avoid the heat - Got married at 3:00 - Did photo's but had an "emergency" bathroom break around 5pm (but didn't feel sick) - Headed to the beach for more photo's at 6pm, but as we started to walk, I puked in the flower hedge - twice. (I haven't puked since 2003, not even after drinking!) - got to room, ripped off all my clothes, grabbed the garbage can and stayed there all night while my guests and hubby enjoyed the reception (I made him go) - had numerous other problems/accidents (involving changing the sheets and having a shower), then just had an upset stomach from 8:30pm and on. Like I said, this is out of your control. What's the point of stressing about the problems? Do what you can and enjoy your time. Read my full story of problems at the following link: http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...nk-pics-52332/ BEST ADVICE Quote: Originally Posted by justgotengaged...nowwhat? - I only wore strapless bikinis until the wedding - I tried to stay in the shade and I wore a TON of SPF30. - I tried to stick with chicken, rice, veg. - normal stuff I would eat at home. - PLENTY of bottled water! - I only had a few alcoholic beverages leading up until the wedding day - Get lots of sleep - Have a great time and enjoy every second because it goes by so quickly! My best advice is to savor every wonderful moment and have tons of fun

Quote: Originally Posted by *Rachel* Also, I had to share that my new way to protect chub rub- I bought some men's boxer briefs. Don't laugh. They work and don't give muffin top like some of those spanx underwear! HA! me too! When I lived alone I was always embarrassed to hang my laundry outside in case someone I knew stopped by and saw men's boxers hanging there! Also don't know if you read earlier on in the thread but there is a product called Body Glide which is fabulous to prevent heat rash between the legs, under arms, or anywhere there is rubbing! Quote: Originally Posted by hockeymom97 I have one like that. I LOVE the bandeau style tops. I don't use the straps, it stays in place (but yes, they sag lower), and NO TAN LINES! Quote: Originally Posted by Valentine_Baby *I'm NOT the only one . . .my apologies HA, never even noticed. Man I should read more carefully!

There are TONS of threads already started on this topic. Here are the following links. http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...wedding-56754/ http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...ormation-2218/ http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...ts-done-52606/ http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...ried-dr-21645/ http://bestdestinationwedding.com/forum/f33/wedo-18184/ http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...1/#post1362698

I thought the Dominican did NOT have the 3 day minimum? I know the Majestic doesn't work that way. Mexico does have a 3 day requirement. Maybe the resort just PREFERS 3 days so that it allows you time to prepare?

Quote: Originally Posted by BachataBride My confession: I only have 2 girlfriends in the area (long story short I moved recently) & neither one of them want children...so I'm afraid of being friendless when I have a kid because I won't really have that in common with them In my city there are things called "Playgroups". Someone is in charge and rents the local community center or a nearby hall. It's for all ages (babies who can't even sit yet, usually up to 4 year olds). You sing songs, do crafts, and have the kids socialize with other kids. I'm actually excited to have a baby just so I can go to one of these and meet new friends. You must have something like that in your area? No?

I wanted to comment on the Soda/Pop thing as well. Soda HA! This has been such a big debate between my American Family (who I no longer consider family) and my Canadian Family and I used to love the arguments we'd get in over Am/Cd things Swimsuits - I'm a tankini as well. And the best one I ever got was a maternity one (and nope, I wasn't pregnant lol) It didn't stick to my body and the boobs looked great. In my city we have ZERO choices for plus sized swimsuits (especially in the winter months - Walmart didn't sell them, and SEARS only went up to a 16!) so I order from Target all the time. I love their suits!

Quote: Originally Posted by hockeymom97 I honestly don't know how you keep such a positive attitude Kelly, but it's awesome And I definitely agree with you in that it needs to be YOU who needs to be ready to lose weight. So if now isn't the time for you, then now just isn't the time. When YOU are ready, it will happen. haha Heather! If you only knew how negative I've been the past 4 years. I've been in counselling and she recommended I keep a feeling journal. Not just "today I did this and I felt this", but to really express the feelings and the triggers that made me feel that way. I was soooooo hard on myself and constantly calling myself stupid and saying "What's the matter with you". At the time I just really believed it as there ABSOLUTELY HAD to be something wrong with me if I was doing the things I did. One thing I also noticed is that I talked myself into failing. I didn't want to tell people that I was going to the gym because everytime I try to go I "fail" at losing weight or sticking with it. So I'd be lying on the couch and say "I really have to go to the gym. If I don't, people are going to know I failed at it again and they'll stop believing me. I'm like the boy who cried wolf! I'll do it this time and I don't, I'll do it THIS time, and I don't. I'm so embarrassed! What's wrong with me? Why don't I just go?!" Well all of that made me so depressed and sad that I just felt like giving up before I even tried! I just totally talked myself out it doing something by putting myself down! The journal really helped me to see how irrational my feelings and thoughts were. I also realized I had so much shame in who I was, that I didn't want anyone to know me. I lied to people so they would think I was a better person. I had so much anxiety for people to find out who I truly was. I started telling people (who I could trust) of all the things I was doing (or not doing). I opened up to sooo many people and it felt great. I didn't have to lie anymore, and I actually found out that 3/4 of the people I talked to about it, FELT THE SAME WAY, and was going through the exact same things as me! I don't know if all of that makes sense. But all I know is that I feel incredible right now, and everyone deserves to feel the way I do. I just wish I could help others to change their way of thinking. It took a lot of work and a lot of "back talking" to my negative thoughts. It was hard (emotionally), but somehow it's better right now!

Well I hope he comes around. He totally has the wrong idea of DW's. Your wedding sounds exactly like mine (dress and photography was same cost). My total cost for trips, gifts, dress, EVERYTHING was $10,000. I made my own flowers. My bouquet was $34, and MOH was $20 and it looked great. No one could tell they were fake The guests will have all afternoon to do "touristy" stuff (except bridal party), and then you just have dinner together, and party together! I'm so angry at your FH right now! Man I hope he understands! I think the wording of your invitation or programs will be critical. He will probably tell people to do whatever they want, so make sure you put it in writing and have everyone understand that you don't want them to leave and instead celebrate with you guys. And keep us posted!

I'm older as well - 4 years and 4 days. He is 26, me 30 and I love it! I don't know why. He's super mature, and so incredibly different than any other guy I've dated. He has so much respect for others, and is so polite and calm (which is perfect for me!). I still don't see him as 26

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Hey guys, I know how you feel. What I did was call my brother. He does kickboxing and trains fighters, so I asked him to be my personal trainer. I love working with him and it doesn't involve the gym. I love the workouts much better than the gym, HOWEVER, I still don't go regularly. I think it's just something I SHOULD do, instead of something I WANT to do. I've been struggling with other issues in my life, and one thing that helped me overcome one thing was positive thinking. I don't know how I changed, but when I stopped calling myself lazy, stupid, an idiot, and saying what's the matter with you? why haven't you done it yet? things changed. the negative self talk was disastrous for me and led me more into depression. Now, I'm happy if I don't get to the gym, workout, lose weight, etc, I'm not so sad and upset. I used to put myself down so much, and now it's not such a big deal. I don't think I'll be losing weight any time soon. I'll keep trying, but I'm not going to get down on myself about it. And when the time is right, I think it'll come together and it'll happen.

Quote: Originally Posted by jenninjamaica Best tip: Get the lifetime warranty!!!! Ours covers the white-gold plating for life! I second that. The underside of mine is turning yellow and they said something like it's the rhodium wearing off?

Quote: Originally Posted by MajesticEleganceBride Does anyone have an e-mail address to the WC other than the one on the website? I've sent several e-mails and have not received a response yet. I really don't need much from them just need to know their date availability, so we can decide once and for all on a resort. Thanks Ladies!! What month/year did you request? They don't book more than a year in advance unless it's a symbolic ceremony so that may be a reason why they didn't reply. I dealt with Sandra [email protected] tips: Don't flood their inbox with multiple emails Keep words simple and avoid unnecessary words/slang Sometimes it takes a week for them to reply Make your subject line informative Hopefully they will reply soon!?

There has to be a misunderstanding somewhere. Maybe he's thinking of a very formal traditional wedding. I don't know, something sounds off. Destination weddings have a different feel. There's more socializing and it doesn't take all night. They are beautiful, yet still casual. Try to tell him it's more like a private party in the Dominican because really, that's what it is! Try changing your tone with him. Like the other girls said it's not just about your dream. Respect his choices, and calmly tell him what you'd like. I think you guys can compromise. Do you know other people who have done a DW? Maybe having him talk about things with them would change his mind.

Quote: Originally Posted by MajesticEleganceBride AGREED!! Our lady was useless... took forever to get back to us and was very pushy.. Wouldn't even provide us with information on the Majestic Elegance b/c they said they had some issues with them but when I asked for specifics they could not give me any. We then got quotes without airfare (to early for airfare right now) and using this years rates and rates out until the spring of next year and we were still able to get cheaper rates on our own. When I asked why such a huge difference she said it's for the work she does.. we have decided to stop using DW and are now doing everything on our own. I wouldn't do everything on your own. I'd switch to a different TA. My TA didn't know anything about weddings / planning etc, but when it came time to help us out with our travel problems, she was a HUGE help. Our flight was cancelled, and I didn't have insurance, and she got me a $450 credit just for our inconvenience. Plus she took care of all my other guests insurance claims etc. I did all my own wedding planning and used her for travel arrangements. I'd just hate to see you go through what I had to on your own.

The locals don't even drink their own water lol The ice cubes are okay, but I think I would stay away from large amounts of it. I used a lot of ice one day and that was the day I was sick (although I think I actually had food poisoning). Some people also say to not have a lot of salads. Keep in mind that the fruity drinks use coconut milk which can cause upset stomach as well. I stay off the resort alot and I always use the tap water to to brush my teeth (which is not filtered), but I only rinse my tooth brush in it so never swallow it.

Awesome Lisa! And be sure to show us the final product! (remember you can just right click on the magnet once your finished and save image as . . .

Quote: Originally Posted by Lisa B for anyone who got the large magnets from vistaprint, how is the quality? and what envelopes do they fit into? do they sell envelopes that size there? we want to upload our own design but im not sure how to go about getting envelopes that fit them, help!! Hey Lisa Just saw this now, sorry for not getting back sooner, anyone who got the large magnets from vistaprint, how is the quality? Quality is great. If you're uploading your own image, just be sure that you don't have the yellow triangle indicating "Low resolution" what envelopes do they fit into? the large magnets are postcard size so you can use "invitation envelopes" that are 4 3/8" X 5 3/4" do they sell envelopes that size there? Yes, but it's probably cheaper to go to your local business store (Lowery's, Staples, Kinko's?) XL magnets are like 8" X 10" or bigger

I confess I used to be so sad that most of my family/friends couldn't make my wedding. It used to break my heart and I felt "unloved" HOWEVER reading all your posts makes me realize "Man I had a fantastic week!" I'm imagining certain people bitching about this and that and now I can finally say "I wouldn't have changed a thing" Love you all! Thanks for going through all the crap and headaches for me

I confess I used to be so sad that most of my family/friends couldn't make my wedding. It used to break my heart and I felt "unloved" HOWEVER reading all your posts makes me realize "Man I had a fantastic week!" I'm imagining certain people bitching about this and that and now I can finally say "I wouldn't have changed a thing" Love you all! Thanks for going through all the crap and headaches for me

Quote: Originally Posted by Lua here's mine!! a princess cut Canadian diamond - exactly what i wanted. classy and simple, just like me! And on my finger: That's perfect! I love the whole look. And Canadian Diamonds are the best! Here's mine with DH's band.