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Quote: Originally Posted by sammysgirl Well girls, I hit my one month mark yesterday...and found out that neither S's mom or dad will be coming to Mexico. I am beyond angry. We are supposed to have a shower with his side of the family this weekend and I am strongly considering not going. If they can't support us in our marriage, I really see no reason to spend time with them. I know it sounds selfish, but there is not one good reason for his parents not to come. At this point I want nothing to do with them. Everything is always on their terms. When I have a baby they will be all over me, but for something that might put them out of their comfort zone a little bit they can't do it. Not even for their son. There are no words to describe how I am feeling right now. I'm really not sure what to do at this point. Oh no Linds, thats awful! So they just decided not to go, don't they know their son will only be getting married once and they are missing out on the biggest moment in your guys life! That's a hard one about the shower; are any of his other relatives coming down to the wedding who you'd offend if you didn't show up? All i know is that it is their loss all the way, and just try to keep your head up and enjoy YOUR wedding!

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Quote: Originally Posted by Princess402 This forum makes you want to do everything! I am doing palm fans for the ceremony (bought at OTC) that will have the handle wrapped in ribbon and a program attached. We are also doing OOT bags, not too over the top or full but will probably include playing cards, first aid supplies, gum, golf balls for the boys and starfish necklaces for the girls, etc. Also thinking of putting mugs in these, but from what I have heard about Dreams it seems like the glasses are big and they refill them often enough that your drinks don't get cold. Still I think cups are a cute idea, like maybe stadium cups, which would also be easier to pack. Alternately I was thinking custom water bottles (like that they could use for excursions off the resort). Not sure if we are going to also do favors at the table. I love the idea of doing maracas, or I have also seen starfish wine bottle stoppers that are lovely. But on top of the other things I'm sure guests won't be wondering where their favor is at, and I'm not sure we can afford more gifts (or have room to bring them all!). Remind me again of what OTC is... I have been thinking about doing fans but haven't looked into them. Were they fairly reasonably priced?? And I definitely agree that with doing the OOT bags, the guests won't be wondering about favors.

Quote: Originally Posted by LadyTrunck Thanks! Post pics Dana! I'm going to wear my hair up, Paige. With the humidity, I know it's gonna go wild if I leave it down! No veil, and I'm hoping to have a pink flower in it-- what about you? And what are you other ladies doing? I am wearing mine up to.. My hair never curls all that well so I was thinking about doing more of a low bun and definitely want to do a flower in it. I am wearing a veil (my something borrowed from my sister, who got it as a gift from my gma so it has some meaning behind it). This is one inspiration picture I've found:

THose are gorgeous!

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Quote: Originally Posted by sammysgirl He and his friends are going to Cincinnati to see a cubs/reds game tomorrow afternoon then hitting the bars in Cincinnati after that...i would imagine that he will be extremely intoxicated by the end of the night That sounds fun! Are you/when are you doing your bachelorette party?? Katie- Thanks for the info.. I will keep that in mind for my meeting with Ael! Adrienne- So with BM dresses, I know lots of brides have their BM order them around the 6 months prior mark... this gives the dresses enough time to come in and get alterations if needed. However, I feel it can't hurt to get them done earlier if you find one you like. So I think its not too early to have them start looking, but I wouldn't worry if they haven't really started yet. Besides, as a typical girl, I am glad the wedding I am in this December, the bride is having us order the dresses in June even though she has found the ones she likes allready. I am convinced I will lose the weight I want to by then and safely order the smaller size I want to be (reality, I will be exactly the same weight and shape in June as I am now, lol)

Thats where my sister did them and they had turned out great... Haven't looked quite yet since were ordering BM dresses this week (wanted to order them to be sure our colors stayed orange and pink), but I am pretty sure I will go with discountmugs... If i find anything better I will keep ya posted.

Yes definitely another rough week down! Happy Friday all and I believe happy wedding day to Kimmy!! Velvetter, yay on the year mark! Hope that you have a great date night. Katie- were the BM's flowers from the Riu too? I didn't know you could do single flowers like that I thought I only saw BM boquets for like 50 dollars ( I really hope they don't charge you that much for the single flowers). I really liked the look of it!

Quote: Originally Posted by LadyTrunck Nicola- I saw you ask about katies bouquet- There is a random riu blog -I can't find the link- but it shows you some options for the bouuquets. I posted them on our website- ryanandjannae.com under:for my girls, password bella. Nicola- I believe this is the website Jannae was talking about: RIU Weddings Playa del Carmen Mexico: FLOWERS: Samples of Bouquet & Bouttonniere Options

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Quote: Originally Posted by Angie1017 Aw that's great! I'm a firm believer in everything happens for a reason and fate - sounds like it was just meant to be! On another note...what are you all doing for favors? We are thinking of doing drinking mugs for everyone in a bright color. We thought since some guests won't know each other, this would be a good way for guests to "see" who is there for our wedding. I also want to do palm fans to put on each guests seat at the ceremony. Then again I also really like the idea of macaranas (to be bought in Playa)... I am for sure doing Mugs! They are so fun and cute... Our colors are orange and pink so we're going to do bright orange mugs so they will really stand out. I don't want to do the whole OOT bags because it is a lot to pack and really a lot of the stuff in them don't get used (thats what I felt anyways). So instead I might fill the mug with a few little things like pack of gum, welcome letter, a magnet, etc. My mom also knows someone who makes candles so she already ordered some travel candles from her so each room can have a good smelling candle!I think I am going to do the maracas too (bought in playa); they are a cool Mexican thing to add to the wedding, and one less thing for us to pack since you can get them down there.

Great review!! Thanks, it so comforting to hear everything went well

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Quote: Originally Posted by surprise4us This was great thanks, do you have any more pictures of the poolside reception, I was all set for the sea grape until I read your review and now I am not sure what to do. I had really wanted to dance in the sand but if it is really loud and distracting then maybe I would rather have it be more private. So not sure how much Beck checks this anymore.. but here are some pictures from the reception. This is one of the tables at the reception... Guest book was set up here Not the greatest pic, but kind of shows the table set up for the reception poolside We even dipped our feet into the pool to cool down from the dancing Well hope this helps.. I wasn't involved in the planning really, but I can help answer some questions about what i liked about the wedding, resort, setup etc!