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I must say that the responses, compliments, and gratitude from the receipt of the OOT bags was AMAZING, to say the least and definitely set the standard for what was to come!! We gave these out at our Welcome Cocktail Then the additional compliments from the wedding day was OVERWHELMING as everyone pretty much had to wait until the reception to tell me how nice everything was etc. followed by the request to do parties, future weddings and a big high school reunion party next year..whew! Those blue drinks came in handy ;-) I say all of this to say that 1) when people are traveling to your wedding the last thing they expect is a gift of any sort! So whatever you do, they will be grateful. 2) Many guest don't have an expectation of decor as your surrounding will be Beautiful and actually enough. So any decor that you bring will be in addition to, and give things YOUR touch Lastly, we had 8 bags (yes 8) total not including my dress and Hubby's suit. With that said, I packed with a list to know what bag had what, didn't get a flight with layovers (my stomach would never allow it.... aka I'm a tad bit anal) and lastly, I used my MOH, BM & new Big brother and Aunt to help take 4 bags. However; the bags that were given to them were all OOT related because in my mind if anything got lost it would not be Decor (all that jazz came with us ;-) also this kept our bags fees reasonable. Hope this helps

Hey Kisha, Hope the planning is going well. We actually did the 5-6inch ones from http://www.conchking.com/Pearl-Nautilus-Shells.htm purchased the colored sand from https://www.sandsationalsparkle.com/Wedding-Sand-_c_230.html you can get sample sand from them to match your color before buying 1 pound bags etc.

Soror, I'm going to give you a sisterly STOP ;-) which is easier said than done LOL Just keep reminding yourself of what YOU and Your FI want, as this site will get you to spend, spend, spend. I know I was one of them until Hubby told me to "get a grip" LOL

I can not find the website or emails relating to this purchase. I'm so sorry! I actually let someone borrow mine and would offer to sell these to you but I'm not sure that I will have these back in time enough for your big day.

I'm sorry mrstrobe, I so don't remember. Give me a moment to look through my emails and I will get back to you.

SkeeWee :-) Thanks so much for the compliments Soror! No worries about the time as you can always purchase an extension for a minimal fee. I started out with some type of special after my trial which gave me 15months. But this domain name will be active for 1yr so 6/2013. Hope that helps. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

NOPE, no one KNEW!! No one questions and frankly I think this is the furthest thing from their mind. Afterwards you sign a certificate versus the thumb print.

Thanks so very much! He is such a sweetie and you so not intrusive! All of our guest loved him to pieces. We drove about 1/2hr 45 minutes to get to the Cenote. We were out there for about 4 hours. Thanks LeeNancy ;-) I had the best time of my life. People are still commenting on our wedding and it feels amazing to say the least! Thanks mrsjdh2b, he did an amazing job. I totally forgot to tell him a few shots that I absolutely wanted but with all that was going on I totally forgot LOL He took in upwards of 900 picks and we have at least 600+ in our hands. We had a BAAAAAAAALLLLLLL

Tyrebride, Thanks so very much! If you have any questions about any project that I did, I'm here! I gotta find a another opportunity to wear my something blue..... I had to put my MOH on watch as I had several ladies trying to get them LOL I humbly thank you for your the compliments! I had such an amazing time from beginning. I tell you, it's not until you start drinking at your reception that you start to relax LOL

Great job, everything turned out AMAZING!!!!!

MJKH, Thanks so much for the beautiful comments!!! we are SO NOT the picture takers but it was all fun (minus the bugs flying around lol) Hubby said he was proud of me because I didn't scream. But whatever Ivan gave us to put on, kept them far away ;-)

If it wasn't for this website I would have purchased EVERYTHING & definitely wasted money. The bottom line is your having a destination wedding and the surroundings of the resort, beach etc... is beautiful by itself!! So, if anything you are simply providing enhancements based on your style. You can keep it simple or go all out (more expensive option without the DIYing) Paper in the way of others doing things add up!!!! You can keep this to a minimum by DIYing or finding someone to set-up the design and you do the printing etc... With all that said, I started planning about 15 months before our wedding date. I sacrificed my weekends (in most cases which saved me tons of money) and cut etc.... I was also able to print at work (saved me easily a couple hundred bucks). But you know you best!!!

With any package/purchase you get to customize your domain name. I chose the next to the highest package, with copyright, etc.... The reason I did this was since we were planning a destination wedding, we wanted to give everyone at least a year to plan etc.... and the "What's new pop up feature" is awesome! To get the new domain name was only $20.00. So essentially you can link to us via both names until the expiration date.

Thanks so much TyreBride...... I'm already to mail out our DIY thank you cards tomorrow which direct all guest & those that purchased us presents to the website. After two weeks, from the mailing I will then send out "we are married cards" to those that did not make it to the wedding.

thanks AllieH, We had a ball to say the least but I'm so glad the planning is over LOL.

Hola ladies, I hope that all is going well in the land of DIY & wedding planning!! For those that were recently married CONGRATS!!! Our professional pics are back from Ivan Luckie & now uploaded on our "totally revamped website." Check us out at: www.TheWrights4-21-12.com Password: 4EverMore Happy Planning!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Excuse the grammar & side pictures, as I used my cellphone to upload this information. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Update, Update!!! Well, I can finally say that out wedding journey has come to an end!! So much so that I have already begun planning our 1yr. Anniversary in Punta Cana. So before I bid you farewell, here are our DIY thank you postcards & custom stamps. I'm so not in love with the stamps as the colors are darker than expected but, oh well. Postcard Front: Postcard Back: Stamps: These will go in the mail on Monday, to all of our first that attended the wedding, along with those that did not attend the wedding but gave us gifts. I'm finally finished revamping out website from the domain name all the way to 500+ pro pics. Come visit us at: www.TheWrights4-21-12.com Password: 4EverMore Happy Planning & Adios Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Ladies, As you see I my past post, I used weddingwindow.com and loved Everything it has to offer. My wedding was on 4-21-12 & now that our professional pics came back, I've update all aspects of our site!! 1) I purchased a new name so instead of www.TheFutureWrights.com you can find us at www.TheWrights4-21-12.com Password:4EverMore 2) updated our theme, pictures, music etc. all for $0.00 bucks. Once you purchase this you can do whatever you like!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Hi Cynthina28, We used Sarah for both out STDs and Invites. You can find this in my planning thread as well as a review under the vendor section. Happy Planning

UPDATE UPDATE!! Professional pics came in yesterday... I have begun to upload the majority of the 695 pictures onto our revamped website. Vistaprint Thank you cards will arrive tomorrow and Zazzle sent notification this morning that the stamps were qued for mailing... and I have my address labels typed in. Moving moving moving along. There is a light at the end of the wedding planning tunnel LOL

YAY!!!! Professional pics are on there way! DIY thank you postcard (printed using Vista), shipped today. Custom stamps in process via Zazzle.com & our website is 95% revamped and just awaiting pictures. Stay tuned!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

DSanz, Thank you so much for the compliments! If there is something that you would like, I'll be more than happy to email it to you! Happy Planning

Hello All, Does anyone have a list of the spa services/menu that they could post? Thanks so much. Happy Planning

Ladies, Congrats to all the future and current brides! I am looking to Honeymoon at the Hard Rock on 5/15-5/21/2013, and really struggling with what room to choose as they all look so beautiful. Yet, because it will be our honeymoon I want a "little extra". Has anyone utilized the Caribbean Sand Suite with Rock Star package" What room did you/your guest choose? Thanks for the help.