If this was a contest, I think I'd win the first place. My fiance and I are together since HS so that is about 12yrs, finally taking the plunge after 4yrs of being engaged.
Congratulations and I was totally new at the forum thing as well. I don't even have a facebook but I felt compelled to be a member and value everything this forum has to offer.
Congratulations and welcome. As I was looking at destinations I was also thinking the same thing. I feel that Mexico has many things to offer while being reasonable for my family and friends. I also looked at DR and Jamaica as possible locations since they have a vast amount of all inclusive resorts as well. Good luck on your seach and happy planning.
My FI and I are the same height. I have a dilemna because I love wearing heels! I feel like I look more slimmer. lol! He doesn't have a problem but I rather look short and stocky than be taller in pictures.
I think a long table option would work out well. You and your husband can sit in the middle so you can have full view and interact with everyone. This way everyone could interact with eachother. I feel it would be more intimate and engaging having everyone together.
I agree with the other say get the dress you love. Have you triend looking if I could find the dress online? I found that it's a great bargaining tool if you want to see if the wedding dress shop could do it for less or at least match it.