Lolita29

So i started doing my DIY invites and figured i would share pics with all you ladies. I still have to do the accomodations insert but I'm waiting on that because prices will be dropping in a few months and i want to provide some qoutes to guests, and I'm not sending my invites out until October. Pic of the invite w/ a sand dollar RSVP Postcard : Back RSVP Postcard : Front

Quote: Originally Posted by Jefiner Well, i just purchased this sand ceremony unity frame thanks to you girls, fingers crossed it arrives in time as i purchased this with 2 weeks to go before we leave Now, does anyone have any suggestions on any verbiage for the sand ceremony that you could share? Here's one, hope it helps Sand Ceremony Alphonso and Lauren, As you stand beside the ocean, may your love always be as constant as the tide; waves flowing endlessly from the depths of the sea. Just as water is the eternal force of life, so is love. Love is the force that allows us to face fear and uncertainty with courage. You have just sealed your relationship by the giving and receiving of rings. But although you will be sharing one life, never forget that you are two separate people. Cherish and affirm your differences. Love each other. Keep your commitment primary. Together you will laugh and cry, be sick and well, be happy and angry, share and grow. Grow sometimes together, sometimes separately. To symbolize this union and the importance of the individuals within the marriage, two separate colors of sand will be combined. Each one holds its own unique beauty, strength, and character. They can stand on their own and be whole, without need of anything else. However when these two are blended together they create an entirely new and extraordinarily more intricate entity. Each grain of sand brings to the mixture a lasting beauty that forever enriches the combination. Please pour the sand into this common container to symbolize the union of your two lives. (PAUSE, for the pouring of the sand. Read the following passage as Alphonso and Lauren) Alphonso and Lauren, Just as these grains of sand can never be separated and poured again into the individual container, so will your marriage be a molding of two individual personalities, bonded together forming one heart, one life, and one family.

Josie that dress look great on you!

Thanks for sharing! You did a great job on everything!

Mimi the dress looks awesome, can't wait to see pics of you in it.

Ladies beautiful dresses!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Boo Its absolutely gorgeous! That dress does look like it was made for you! Thanks!!!!!

I like the second one too, maybe i'm biased since my dress is Sottero & Midgley

I bought a glass container at Michaels and then biught the stoppers too. They sell them seperately in assorted sizes

Thanks ladies for the compliments.

Thanks for all the complements ladies!!! Quote: Originally Posted by rperalta930 Lolita that dress looks so nice on you. I order the Maggie sottero Cassandra. I saw it on a magazine and loved it. I went to see if they had it at a boutique where they sell maggie sottero dresses but they didn't have it so I ordered it (without even trying it on) I hope it looks good on me The dress is beautiful, i looked it up online. I'm sure it'll look great on you. I love all of maggies dresses, they're great!!

Quote: Originally Posted by StephyD Who is doing the reading for the hand ceremony and the sand ceremony? Are you having your officiant do it or someone from your bridal party or guest? I'm thinking of having our MOH and best man do one each. What do you think?? Our parents are going to be our witnesses since they also have to be in Mexico for 3 business days prior to the wedding and we didn't want to force our MOH and BM to be there as well... so it would be a way to add a little something to the MOH and BM... The officiant will be doing both for me.

Thanks Ladies! I can't wait till it gets altered and fits like it's suppose too!!!

I think i'll be wearing it with the straps, but not completely decided.

Thanks Ladies!!!

Everything looks awesome! Grerat Job!!

Ok ladies i finally have pics of myself to post of me in my dress. Now i still need to alter it but i know how much everyone loves pics. O and dont mind my black bra showing lol

Sorry the pics are huge!!!

Ok Ladies, I finally have pictures of myself in my dress, now I still need to alter it, but here's a taste. O and dont mind my black bra showing lol.

Jannae they did a great job on the dress. I wouldn't have noticed the crease had you not said something. The dress looks awesome on you!!!

I'm actually with Jen, we will legally be getting married by the end of this year so that we can get a bigger tax return (my mothers idea) to put towards our wedding in May, but our wedding anniversary will actually be our May wedding.

Quote: Originally Posted by KB&JC We are booked for May 14th at Dreams cancun!! Woo Hoo!! Here is my dress from Casablanca! Love it!!! Casa Blanca Bridal :: Collections Congrats!! We're date twins!!!

What kind of music do you like?

Quote: Originally Posted by StephyD I think we will do the hands ceremony + the sand ceremony... In what order should we do things? Hands ceremony I do's + Vows Exchange of ring + kiss Sand ceremony I'm doing both as well, and this is my order Opening Ceremony Vows Exchanging of Rings Hand Ceremony Sand Ceremony Blessing Closing The hand ceremony leads into the sand ceremony Hand Ceremony The vows which have been exchanged are but words that are fleeting and the sound of them is soon gone. The wedding rings are an enduring symbol of the promises which have been made Alphonso and Lauren, please join hands. These are the hands of your best friend, young and strong and full of love for you, that are holding yours on your wedding day, as you promise to love each other today, tomorrow, and forever. These are the hands that will work alongside yours, as together you build your future. These are the hands that will passionately love you and cherish you through the years, and with the slightest touch, will comfort you like no other. These are the hands that will hold you when fear or grief fills your mind. These are the hands that will countless times wipe the tears from your eyes; tears of sorrow, and as in today, tears of joy. These are the hands that will give you strength when you need it. And lastly, these are the hands that even when wrinkled and aged, will still be reaching for yours, still giving you the same unspoken tenderness with just a touch. Our prayer for you today is that both of you will use these hands to build a marriage where all your dreams come true. Together, with these hands, you will now pour the sand to symbolize your unity. Sand Ceremony Alphonso and Lauren, As you stand beside the ocean, may your love always be as constant as the tide; waves flowing endlessly from the depths of the sea. Just as water is the eternal force of life, so is love. Love is the force that allows us to face fear and uncertainty with courage. You have just sealed your relationship by the giving and receiving of rings. But although you will be sharing one life, never forget that you are two separate people. Cherish and affirm your differences. Love each other. Keep your commitment primary. Together you will laugh and cry, be sick and well, be happy and angry, share and grow. Grow sometimes together, sometimes separately. To symbolize this union and the importance of the individuals within the marriage, two separate colors of sand will be combined. Each one holds its own unique beauty, strength, and character. They can stand on their own and be whole, without need of anything else. However when these two are blended together they create an entirely new and extraordinarily more intricate entity. Each grain of sand brings to the mixture a lasting beauty that forever enriches the combination. Please pour the sand into this common container to symbolize the union of your two lives. (PAUSE, for the pouring of the sand. Read the following passage as Alphonso and Lauren) Alphonso and Lauren, Just as these grains of sand can never be separated and poured again into the individual container, so will your marriage be a molding of two individual personalities, bonded together forming one heart, one life, and one family. I used this from another bride who posted it.

Great Pics, thanks for sharing!!