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Quote: Originally Posted by SoonMrsD Awww I'm excited to go too yay! ... even if its only for a little bit. I convinced a friend to come with lol Yay! we'll have to trade info so we can meet up to say hi! Quote: Originally Posted by MissJali Aww I wish, but I went to one at Kleinfelds and didn't find any of that stuff was helpful for my DW. Wahh but the cupcakes were great and I got an awesome swag bag lol I literally just had this thought. Especially I've been so money concious lately.... I'm not really sur ehow helpful it will be, but I'm kinda just wanting to be in the presence of other brides, so i don't feel so crazy in my wedding planning world. Too bad you're not coming?! Oh wells... hopefully we too get nice swag bags too!

Yay!!! I'm excited, can't wait to see you all

Quote: Originally Posted by jenvens7 Thanks darling! I would LOVE for you to crash it! HAHA! I'm gonna have to keep in touch with you since I think that we are the closest to each other's BIG DAY! The luminarias are going to be the centerpcs. They are easy to transport and don't require much to set them up. I'm gonna put battery operated candles in them. My only concern is if it's windy...I'm going to have to figure out something else to put in them to keep them up and beautiful. I was thinking a few of those per table. I really don't know what else other than rose petals and the guest favors. I know I'm gonna go crazy with stuff so I want to try to keep it as simple as possible, yet show a bit of our style. That's so awesome!!! I forgot you said you had luminarias. I think you'll be ok, I don't think the bag will bee too flimsy and flip over. I haven't even thought about the reception yet. I'm just trying to make sure I stay on budget! Well that and getting all the important details squared away like, confirming my location for the reception.... oh! and Invitations. I did my STDs last weekend and the first batch will probably go out next week. (fingers crossed) Did you do a site visit? I feel like you said you went in August.

Quote: Originally Posted by SoonMrsD What time is the event? Hmmmmm 5:30

Quote: Originally Posted by vtorville79 I understand you. This is certainly a place to vent and share how you're feeling with out judgment or the " you should expect this considering cost" statement that people love to throw around. I strongly believe its about priorities. Your wedding and should be one, no matter what (of course sickness is an exception). But money, if she truly wanted to be there, she would make it happen. I find myself in a similar situation, I totally understand. Yeah... it just bums me out... I'm hanging in there though. THanks Quote: Originally Posted by Xarocas That really sucks:( do you have any other person in mind? I do, thankfully! But it just sucks she won't be there to support me. Quote: Originally Posted by NJBride2014 Sorry to hear she said no but its good to get an answer now and move forward. I know it sucks when you do so much for others and when its your turn its not given back. It just means you are a good friend not saying she is not a good friend but right now at the stage of her life she just can't do it. She didn't have to flat out say no the way she did either she could still help you in other ways and be there for you. It'll take time to get over it I know i'm going through it too. I asked a really good friend of 29 years to be my bridesmaid 2 months ago and I have yet to get an answer I mean I know its a NO now but so rude for her to completely ignore me. At least you got the no and can move on and find someone who you are close to who really wants to do it and will be supportive along the way. In the end the only 2 people who need to be at your wedding are you and your fiance. Good luck to you and hope your planning goes smooth. Thank you NJBride. You guys are very kind and helpful and I appreciate it. I'm just going to have to get through this.

Thank you!! I still haven't found a budget planner I like, I'm definitely going to give this one a chance.

Ray drop those save the dates are so adorable. They're sachets right?? Sper cute. What do they smell like? Coconut and fruity goodness?

Those hairstyles are beautiful!!!! I love them. TuffLuv have you considered any updos? I know it can be real windy and be humid in DR. I like the curls though.

Have you all been quoted any rates from JSAV? I'm working on a budget and I haven't been able to find any prices or packages

Where's your planning page missy?!?!? So I can just stalk it and see all the neat stuff you're doing!! Yes please post it!

LOL that's fine Rayn you can be my enabler... Bcuz I went against your wishes and made a website and I totally developed a new skill set... So I'm cool with it. I can DIY and this might be my next new thing

None of mine can come either.... They all live far away. I'm going with a fellow Bride to be. I'll be there... You should come!

Oh no!!! Could you call out lol...

Quote: Originally Posted by RaynDrop You can easily make them with some Styrofoam balls - hot glue - ribbon and flowers! I have been bitten by the DIY bug and I need an intervention. Like something serious.... I totally want to DIY my own invitations after reading this one forum. DANG IT!!!!!

Ok.... question, how were you able to book your reception location?? Please tell me your ways. I would like to book my reception location ASAP.

Quote: Originally Posted by SoonMrsD Did you see this? FYI: Look what I found!!!! I LOVE HER FLOWERS!!!!!! Bride's wedding: http://www.bestdestinationwedding.com/t/77015/sxcts-planning-thread-for-aventura-palace-resort-on-11-18-11 Flowers Website: http://watermenot.com/ Yes I did!!! Gorgeous!

Quote: Originally Posted by jenvens7 For the ceremony: I'm going to hand paint parasols and place them at the end of the aisle...that's pretty much it for the ceremony area, other than "us" of course and the sand ceremony box. Every one of our guests is going to get a hand painted maraca and a fan program. (which will be at each seat) and that'll add some color and "umph". For the reception: We are getting papel picado, custom luminarias (with candle inside), and some fun favors (silly things like mint tins, more maracas, etc.) - we'll also have placecards for each guest which will make it colorful and nice. My family sells all of those custom items on Etsy, so it'll be free for us, except for the setup, which I hope that my family will do for us to save on paying those fees. Check out my planning guide listed below. I'm going to be updating that pretty soon with more ideas and inspiration. Thanks!!! I checked out your planning page and i'm in love with your wedding already. Too bad I won't be there until the 23rd so i can't crash it . Are you doing centerpieces for the reception?

Quote: Originally Posted by TuffLuv Quote: Originally Posted by STemple This is the other dress I'm in love with What do you ladies think? It's another Ariel by Alfred Angelo lol Beautiful!!! That dress is absolutely gorgeous!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by moodyc82 Those pomander balls are costing me $85 at the resort. To make them isn't much cheaper. It's the stupid balls that cost the most plus you need a decent size and lugging them in a carry on isn't going to work depending on how many you want. Its about 22 flowers per ball if you use daisies and more for roses. There's a ton of DIY sites on how to make them I didn't look to see how much the resort is charging. I just thought it would be unique. Plus I'm trying to cut some corners... clearly I have a little more work to do.

ERRRRMAAAAAGHERRRRDD..... listen, those flowers are gorgeous. I love them!

Quote: Originally Posted by SoonMrsD Thanks! I did the Color Run this year and it was so much fun, along with Rugged Maniac haha (both in brooklyn) Damn I posted the flowers on a different thread for you to see lol I might have to make you my running buddy.

Quote: Originally Posted by SoonMrsD I'm up for meeting up! I was born and raised in Bklyn, work in the city and live in Rockland (upstate)....hahaha this sentence is funny! Are you going to the bridal expo next friday??

Quote: Originally Posted by SoonMrsD OMG! So beautiful! Love the colors!!! My colors are Coral and Turquoise and this would be perfect! So many things to do and consider! I am up for meeting up sometime, I'm training for the marathon so my weekends are occupied with long training runs but I'm sure we can figure something out or wait until after Nov 3rd lol WOOt WOOt!!! how very exciting. I did the color run in brooklyn a year ago and it was amazing!! I'm excited for you!

Quote: Originally Posted by JenniferM Those dress are adorbs!!!!

Ahhhhh I'm so excited!!! i can't wait