DwBride2Be

My Guestbook is a chalkboard. The idea is that people will write their message on the chalkboard, and then hold it up and have a friend or another guest take their photo with their message on the chalkboard. Then we'll take the images and memory card when we're back, and make a photo book out of it, with their pic's and some of our travel pic's. So at our AHR we'll display the photobook. Basically I'll leave the chalkboard, chalk, an eraser, and a digital camera on the guestbook table, and then people can head over there in small groups and get-er done! I'll get my MC to explain it a bit in case people don't understand and probably print out some directions and put it out with a little frame on the same table! What do you guys think? I'll post a pic of the chalkboard I made for you guys to see it tomorrow!!

Hey! Question for ya! I am going to be sending my Invites for the AHR before I actually get married in Cuba..so should I put "we got married" on there, or we're getting married?? What do you guys think? Honestly I did all my favorite things for the DW in Cuba and now the AHR I just kinda want to do it on the cheap..so I'm having difficulty deciding on the invites, but 9.99 for 80 sounds pretty damn good!

Hey Sarah, you can bring a photographer, but they do only need a tourist visa. They are not being paid by cubans in cuba..They come and act as a guest of your wedding, and do not mention "working" at all, and it will be fine. They also can't bring TON's of equipment, just a camera, lenses, etc..not excessive. As long as they understand not to act like they are going on a "business trip" they will not have any trouble.

I also would like to hear your wedding experiences JulznJames..it's too vague to just say horrible, stay away. That also isn't helpful for people who have already booked and are waiting for their wedding at Memories, to help them make sure everything goes ok.

I did a google search for bridal hanger's and then under images you will see TONS of variations. MIne's not perfect, but I like that about it!

Hey!! You've inspired me, I'm in the process of booking my "champagne Brunch" reception for February!! I found a perfect venue so FI and I will go try their brunch on Sunday and then likely book it! Next will be invitations, I'll reuse some of the decor from the wedding, I'll put out pics from the wedding, And show a sideshow/video. I'm excited!!

Hey, Are you guys doing a fan per seat, or per lady? I have enough todo 1 per person but I'm thinking I might downsize a little and just put every other seat and a few extra's. Do you think that is ok?

I love them, they are beautiful and fun and flirty! Even with the small embelleshment I like them. Good pick!

I'm totally stealing that 1 month abs thing, I'm gonna try it starting Sep 1!

Hey!! Here's my Regime: I started being extremely strict on July 1 and so far I've lost 13 lb's and am feeling awesome. I now notice I feel really shitty if I cheat and eat junk or go out for supper and don't follow my plan. First of all, I eat all my carbs before 4pm, and for supper just have protein and veggies. Second, I eat all my fruit (2 servings/day before supper as well, because of the sugar and subsequently carbs). Example menu: Breakfast - Hard Boiled egg whites (hard boil, and then remove the yolk) - 2 or 3 10 Breton Mini crackers with 1 light laughing cow wedge 5 OZ fresh strawberries Snack - 1 Apple Lunch - 1/2 low carb Pita Egg salad made with .3 hard boiled egg whites, 1 tsp half fat hellmans may, 2 tsp Dijon Mustard, and chopped dill pickle, celery and onion (or I'll do a similar thing with 70G of Tuna packaed in water), or I'll use about 4-5 slices of light deli meat. 2 baby cucumbers Snack - celery sticks Dinner - about 3.5-4 OZ of lean protein - red meat only 1x/week so I eat shrimp, fish, chicken, pork tenderloin, eggs.. 8-10 OZ veggies done different ways, steamed, grilled, roasted..whatever. Sauces I use vinegar and lemons/limes to add flavor, or low sodium broth instead of oils. I drink TONS of water, and change it up with soda water with lemon or lime, crystal light and diet pop to get through cravings. It's working for me, Good luck!!

I agree, tell her ASAP, but I suggest you soften the blow by NOT starting with "I've always disliked destination weddings". It's not your choice but it is lots of people's and that can be taken the wrong way.

That is great advice. I also find that when I got used to no/low carbs, I don't miss them. It takes a few days but once you've been doing it for a while if you eat carbs then you'll feel sluggish and kinda gross. That makes me not want them at all! Good luck!

I'm getting laser hair removal done and so far I've had 2 treatments and already there is less hair there. I still need to shave the area but it's getting to be less hair. If you have time for2-3 treatments it's worth starting now, you won't be completely clear but you'll have a good start. My laser hair place is On 98th street and about 40th ave, I can't remember the name of it, but if you want to know I can find out. I am getting my dress altered by a seamstress from bridal debut, but I think for BM dresses you could use anyone. Most seamstresses cando that but you need a special one for the Wedding Dress!

You should check out vitamin q quartet, they are instrumental versions of all kinds of music. Great way to soften up rock music!

Yyaaayyy!! I love your review!! Thanks for taking the time! To have your ceremony at the private gardens was there an added cost? I was hoping to have a garden ceremony too and with 44 ppl I can't use the gazebo either. I'm curious, did you tip or bring gifts for the WC? I'm trying to decide on this how much is enough but not over the top. Thanks again! L

I have some I can sell, how many do you need?

Yay Shay!! Great job, it's so relieving when you find something that works! Keep it up! I can't open the attachment but that's ok, My most successful thing is saying no to treats! I worked out with a trainer for months but I always justified a treat because I had been working out...that was my mistake. Weight started dropping off when I quit that habit. Ladies, what works for you?

Welcome!! You don't have much time before the big day!

Barcelo marina palace recently changed names, it's now Blau marina I believe. Also the site is la salina is now called memories varadero, hard to keep up!! Sirenis is definitely a budget hotel, If you weren't thrilled there, I'de suggest you stick with iberostar because Barcelo isn't much of a step up. I think to get wedding package info you have to email the wedding coordinators for iberostar. Good luck!

The Melia and paradises chain hotels have a Havana city wedding package available. http://ca.weddingcubachannel.com/programs/weddings-packages If you aren't from Canada change to your country on the top right side of the page

No I haven't found much either, other than pics of their wedding gazebo. I'm was originally bothered but now I'm not too worried. I know it'll be tropical and gorgeous.

Yeah I hear ya! I'm going with paradises varadero and there isn't much on it either. I've decided I'll be paving the way!! I'll for sure post a review and planning thread when I get back! I think mld and Santa Maria are side by side, Shouldn't make much of a difference between the two. I can't remember one from the other exactly but I love the melia/paradisus chain of resorts.

How's everyone making out?? You all must be super busy or away cause it's summer! So far I'm down a total of 8.6 lb's and I haven't had any problem with the low carb diet. How's it going for you??

Ladies, I'm feeling the need to check in with you guys? How is everyone making out? Since my last post (2 weeks ago) I've come down 8.6 lb's!!! I'm really noticing the difference in my tummy which is awesome because that's always been my problem area. Good luck ladies, keep me posted on your progress and don't give up!!