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The first ones are def more "wedding-y"

I think it's the best decision we've made!! The more stories and complaints I hear from couples who are getting married (with guests); the more I know we made the right choice.

Only you know what is best for you. Every one on here is just giving their opinion, but we are not all in your situation...we are looking at it from the outside, so we can be a little more objective. In the end, it is your life and ultimately we decide our own fate. Just know that whatever path you choose, no one will judge you for it; we are all here to lend an ear and a hug if you need it. Keep us posted.

I'm going thru WEDO as well. Isabel is nice and pretty easy to work with!

Quote: Originally Posted by Samantha23 We are planning to get married in August of 2010!! I know this is early, but I feel like there is so much to be done and so much to research. I can't get off this site, It's just so helpful. Happy planning to everyone!! Samantha, it is not too early at all! Congrats and have fun in the planning!

Hi adurrell! Welcome to the forum! It's never too early to start planning, so gather as much info as you can. I'm now actually working with Rosa; when I booked my date it was with Yulina. They seem to change the WC alot, lol. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask.

This gives me some good ideas for my shoot when I go next year. I love the strand of pearls idea. Sooo hot!

Thx for posting the reviews. I was curious about them too, in the event I decided to do a TTD.

Wow! First of all: This is really a sad and disappointing story, and I agree with mariesam wholeheartedly. A man that is "embarrassed" of you is not worth your time. But, since we don't know the whole story; there must be some other underlying issues to his sudden reaction. It could be he's suddenly getting cold feet over getting married...why would he he act so rash to ask for the ring back over a little argument? Something's not adding up. Unfortunately, it makes it harder when there are kids involved; it's not as easy as just picking up and moving on with your life because you both have kids to consider. Along with other BDW's I wish you all the best in the decision you make; remember to stay strong (if not for you, then for your kids). Keep us posted.

What a great find for $75! You are inspiring me to do a TTD!

Quote: Originally Posted by iberostar09 I did decide to have something this summer, but I dont want to call it a AHR really. We are literally renting a small bar (a friend owns it) near the water in Boston and having about 100 friends and family for drinks and some food. VERY casual and VERY inexpensive. We are calling it a "party". Our wedding was just the 2 of us, and when we came home and told friends and family (NO ONE KNEW we were getting married) everyone was SO supportive. Although maybe deep down family and friends were disapointed they couldn't be part of the day, when they saw our pictures and realized how happy we were and that this was the right decision for the 2 of us, they were just SO happy for us! We did fly a photographer down to Mexico with us from Maine and she truly captured the day for us and we have the most beautiful pictures to show family & friends now that we are home. I PROMISE my review and pictures will be up very soon! So keep your eye out! So you guys eloped! How nice. Our families now know that we are going just the two of us, but we still get guilt trips from my mom and a few other people. I think they expected that we would just run off, anyways. Ha! I think what's important is that they see how truly happy the two of you are; that's all that matters. Best of luck on your party planning. Congrats again!

My FI and I have been together 1 year and 3 months; living together 6 months; will be together 2 years and 2 months when we get married. We both just knew @ 6 months!

Thanks Dolcenotte!! I will email her. I'm wondering if the bouquet selection is done as your wedding date approaches; I'm still a year away.

I'm thinking I may have to have the WC help me too, lol. I don't want my FI to see me either. It adds to the excitement of the day!

iberostar, I can't wait to read your review and see your wedding pics!! I am so happy to hear that your day was perfect! Gives me goose bumps, I can't wait for ours. Did you choose to have an AHR back home? FI and I are going to do that...nothing big, it'll be a very casual BBQ party. I commend those couples that go at it alone...one of the main reasons FI and I decided to get married just the two of us is because we felt having guests would take away from OUR special day and make it about them and making the guests happy...and it should be about the bride and groom. After we made our decision, I have been having so much fun with the wedding planning process. I think this is the way it was meant to be for me and my FI and we don't regret our decision.

Quote: Originally Posted by amyblant I used Fedali and they were great. A little pricey but I am really happy with the results! Hi Amy, are Fedali's prices reasonable? I've heard good reviews on another forum.

I am really inspired to do a boudoir shoot! Would anyone in the NY/NJ area be tempted to do a group session? The individual sessions are so pricey!

I'm so inspired to do a BD Shoot but they seem so costly!

All 2009 brides, when you worked with Ana or your respective WC, what was the protocol for choosing your bouquet colors? Did you tell her as soon as you booked your wedding date or did she ask as your wedding date got closer?

I had my palm read back 2 years ago on a whim and the psychic became my go-to psychic. I don't see her as much anymore; but she helped me through alot of tough times, I must admit. So far, a few things she told me have come true which is why I go back to her, but I don't base my whole life on it. I guess, like anything else, take it with a grain of salt. It'ds interesting to see if any of your predictions will come true.

adurrell, we're getting married @ EPC as well! Who's your WC? If you haven't already, check out the thread dedicated to this resort under the DR thread. Best of luck!

Great recommendations!

Hi BeachBride! You're my wedding date twin!

was illegal in my college dorm : smoking

airampz, one thing you should consider is who is going to help you dress. This is providing you and your fiancee will be getting dressed separately. Maybe your resort WC can help? There is a thread on here on AHR (at home receptions) for when you return. Take a look.