Don't push me 'cause I'm close to the edge!!!
1) Remember the excitement from my last wedding update? Well, it is gone at this moment. Why do you ask? Well, it seems that the public official that is a member of an organization to which my dad is a member will not be able to perform our wedding ceremony! He was going to do it for free, and it was going to be fantastic! Well, I now know why he was willing to perform the ceremony free of charge and why he will no longer be able to serve as officiant. It seems the Mayor of Ecorse has been INDICTED of fraud, bribery, and conspiracy. Clearly, he didn't need our money since he's been stealing it from others throughout his stint as mayor. However, his alleged wrongdoings have now left me without an officiant. Check out the article below:
2) Mr. A is clearly working my nerves right now because he doesn't think I should be concerned about registering for gifts. He wants money--money is great ;) However, there are some people who much rather prefer to buy gifts than give cash. Plus, there are some things that I want/we need, and it doesn't make sense not to register for them in hopes of getting $$$ just to spen the $$$ on those necessities.
3) Bridal shower: the tentative date is 10/24...one month away. I need to send out invitations, but if the location has yet to be determined [DRAMA] how can I send them out?
4) Riesling...
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Forward Progress :)
It's been a long time since I've blogged, so let me give you the rundown on what's happened since our last meeting.
Mr. A an I have decided on a church for the ceremony. Thank God. The cost of the church is only $150 without the use of clergy. Since my dad is a member of the Lion's Club, he has called upon his fellow member to be the officiant for our wedding ceremony. This gentleman is the mayor of a nearby town. It seems that a public official can legally conduct the wedding ceremony if the county of the ceremony an the officials public service are one in the same. This is the case. The last that I checked this gentleman said he would perform the service free of charge (that equals dinner and drinks at the reception) as long as his schedule is clear. What are you really doing the day after Thanksgiving? Prayerfully nothing.
Yesterday, Mr. A and I selected his wedding band. It is currently in the lay-a-way.
What we need to do within the next week or two is register. I could probably do this by myself (and I may if Mr. A keeps procrastinating). However, I would like to have him involved in the process even though when I told him we needed to register, he said "for what? Stuff like candles?" Umm, not quite candles dear....
I'm supposed to be on Kanye's Workout Plan, but since school started last week and I'm back to school myself I have not been on a strict schedule. I'm thinking about getting a trainer within the next week or so. I like being on a schedule; it helps me focus.
Mr. A an I have decided on a church for the ceremony. Thank God. The cost of the church is only $150 without the use of clergy. Since my dad is a member of the Lion's Club, he has called upon his fellow member to be the officiant for our wedding ceremony. This gentleman is the mayor of a nearby town. It seems that a public official can legally conduct the wedding ceremony if the county of the ceremony an the officials public service are one in the same. This is the case. The last that I checked this gentleman said he would perform the service free of charge (that equals dinner and drinks at the reception) as long as his schedule is clear. What are you really doing the day after Thanksgiving? Prayerfully nothing.
Yesterday, Mr. A and I selected his wedding band. It is currently in the lay-a-way.
What we need to do within the next week or two is register. I could probably do this by myself (and I may if Mr. A keeps procrastinating). However, I would like to have him involved in the process even though when I told him we needed to register, he said "for what? Stuff like candles?" Umm, not quite candles dear....
I'm supposed to be on Kanye's Workout Plan, but since school started last week and I'm back to school myself I have not been on a strict schedule. I'm thinking about getting a trainer within the next week or so. I like being on a schedule; it helps me focus.
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Centerpiece Breakthrough
When we first began planning the wedding, it was my idea to use the florist for all of the floral arrangements: bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages, and centerpieces. However, after visiting two florists we decided that we could cut an expense by making the centerpieces ourselves. I had plenty of photographs of the type of centerpiece that I like, so why not be a DIY kid and save money. The prices we'd been quoted for centerpieces ranged from $40-70 depending on the size and number of flowers. With about 19 tables in needed of a center attraction and the other floral arrangements, there had to be another way!
Over the past week or so, I'd been secretly thinking about saying forget it and allowing the selected florist to do everything. I just didn't have the gumption of organizing all of the centerpieces and their parts, coming up with a system on how they're going to be set-up (candles lit, vases filled with water), and what's going to happen to 19 centerpieces at the end of the night? Plus, after going back and forth to various craft stores to price vases I was tired. I didn't know what I was going to do. But since my mom has already purchased the flowers for the centerpieces, there was no turning back to the florist! So we had to work out the issues that were probably only issues in my mind!
Problems solved:
Centerpieces will be given away at the end of the night. To whom and how...don't know yet.
Vases can be filled with water when the room is being set-up (i.e. linens, favors, etc)
Candle lighting...leaving that to the coordinator. She can figure that out :)
Vases: The vases at the "discount" store are about $28 before the 50% discount for members.
Yes, my mom is a member! At Michael's the same vase is $14.99, and in this week's
sales paper there was a 40% coupon for one item. Well, guess who went and picked up a
20" square vase for $9.53...if you guessed this bride-to-be, you're correct!
Since we already had the flowers and I was able to pick-up the rocks from the dollar store, I was able to put together 75% of the centerpiece. The only things missing are the water and floating candle (yet to be purchased, but they are only $1). The flower is a silk orchid.
Let me know what you think!
Over the past week or so, I'd been secretly thinking about saying forget it and allowing the selected florist to do everything. I just didn't have the gumption of organizing all of the centerpieces and their parts, coming up with a system on how they're going to be set-up (candles lit, vases filled with water), and what's going to happen to 19 centerpieces at the end of the night? Plus, after going back and forth to various craft stores to price vases I was tired. I didn't know what I was going to do. But since my mom has already purchased the flowers for the centerpieces, there was no turning back to the florist! So we had to work out the issues that were probably only issues in my mind!
Problems solved:
Centerpieces will be given away at the end of the night. To whom and how...don't know yet.
Vases can be filled with water when the room is being set-up (i.e. linens, favors, etc)
Candle lighting...leaving that to the coordinator. She can figure that out :)
Vases: The vases at the "discount" store are about $28 before the 50% discount for members.
Yes, my mom is a member! At Michael's the same vase is $14.99, and in this week's
sales paper there was a 40% coupon for one item. Well, guess who went and picked up a
20" square vase for $9.53...if you guessed this bride-to-be, you're correct!
Since we already had the flowers and I was able to pick-up the rocks from the dollar store, I was able to put together 75% of the centerpiece. The only things missing are the water and floating candle (yet to be purchased, but they are only $1). The flower is a silk orchid.
Let me know what you think!
DIY cost: $15-19 depending on whether or not I have a coupon to use at Michael's
The savings will be so worth the time! We refuse to have any wedding bills after the wedding!!
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Four Months to Go...
I know it's been ages since I've blogged, and I apologize. Hopefully, there won't be another hiatus like the last one. Anywho, the wedding plans are coming along...here's what we can check (or almost check) off the to do list:
PHOTOGRAPHER:We've met with two photoraphers and we have basically decided to go with my hair dresser's husband. Even though he lacks personality, his pictures are beautiful and he offers the most bang for the buck.
FLORIST: My wedding coordinator (Mr. A's sister) and I met with a florist abut a week or so ago. Comparing his rates to the other two quotes my mom and I received, this is our best bet: Say It With Flowers in Allen Park, MI. Since we are creating our own centerpieces, the floral arrangements will be for the bridal party and the ceremony. Which leads me to the next item on the list...
CENTERPIECES: Mom and I have all of the flowers for the guest tables-the sweetheart table amd place card table centerpieces are still up in the air. Today we went to the craft store to price the floating candles, vases, and rocks/ice crystals for the centerpieces. Once we purchase the rest of the materials, I'll post a pic for you all to see :)
LINENS: done! So glad because I probably would have changed my colors 99 more times...we went to three different vendors, and the best bang for our buck-chair covers, sashes, and table cloths-was a vendor the caterer recommended :)
My mom and I are pleased with the services. My dad on the other hand doesn't know why we need chair covers. He said he's never heard anyone say "those were some nice chair covers"...MEN!!
RECEPTION VENUE: St Clemente Banquet Center-you can GOOGLE it. We still want to have the ceremony here, but my dad is on a 007 mission to fund a church...
As you can see, things are progressing. The closer the date gets, the more excited I become!
-the soon to be Misses :)
PHOTOGRAPHER:We've met with two photoraphers and we have basically decided to go with my hair dresser's husband. Even though he lacks personality, his pictures are beautiful and he offers the most bang for the buck.
FLORIST: My wedding coordinator (Mr. A's sister) and I met with a florist abut a week or so ago. Comparing his rates to the other two quotes my mom and I received, this is our best bet: Say It With Flowers in Allen Park, MI. Since we are creating our own centerpieces, the floral arrangements will be for the bridal party and the ceremony. Which leads me to the next item on the list...
CENTERPIECES: Mom and I have all of the flowers for the guest tables-the sweetheart table amd place card table centerpieces are still up in the air. Today we went to the craft store to price the floating candles, vases, and rocks/ice crystals for the centerpieces. Once we purchase the rest of the materials, I'll post a pic for you all to see :)
LINENS: done! So glad because I probably would have changed my colors 99 more times...we went to three different vendors, and the best bang for our buck-chair covers, sashes, and table cloths-was a vendor the caterer recommended :)
My mom and I are pleased with the services. My dad on the other hand doesn't know why we need chair covers. He said he's never heard anyone say "those were some nice chair covers"...MEN!!
RECEPTION VENUE: St Clemente Banquet Center-you can GOOGLE it. We still want to have the ceremony here, but my dad is on a 007 mission to fund a church...
As you can see, things are progressing. The closer the date gets, the more excited I become!
-the soon to be Misses :)
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Bridesmaids' Dresses
Thanks to my dear friend, the bridesmaid dresses have been decided upon. My fiance's sister was going to design them-she's a seamstress-but my maid of honor lives across the country, and having her fly back and forth for fitting was not feasible. She should be able to find this dress in a bridal salon in her area and then order it online (cheaper).
This dress was selected after a few beverages of the adult nature and some Coney Island-definitely not bridal bootcamp food. I was not in agreement with the color palette Mr. A. had selected (fuschia & purple), so my dear friend, her mom, and I went on a quest to come up with the wedding colors. This is the color we decided upon. The color that will compliment this lovely plum/magenta is silver.
Two of my local bridesmaids, a.k.a. my future stepdaughters, will be
able to order online. Unfortunately, my junior bridesmaid (future stepdaughter #3...dear fiance is a tad bit older than I and divorced) will have her dress made by my future sister-in-law. The plan is to get a swatch of the actual bridesmaid dresses and head to the fabric store.
Saturday, April 25, 2009
My Dress
I'm so excited. My mom and I went to our second bridal salon today, and I found my dress. I was under the impression that I liked dresses that were more poofy at the bottom with a lot of "pick-ups." However, after trying on several of those types of gowns today I realized that looking like Scarlet O'Hara is not for me. The final gown the young lady at the bridal shop brought to me was absolutely perfect! I fell in love instantly. Here's a pic:
Sunday, April 19, 2009
the Ugly...
We're still without a ceremony site for the wedding. I know that I said Mr. A and I had made up our minds about having everything in one place, but now I'm not so sure. Friday my mom emailed the catering company (they operate the banquet hall we're using for the reception) about options for having the ceremony & reception together. In a quick reply, we were informed of our options:
- We can use the chairs that will be at the tables and pay a set-up/break down fee Concerns: This option suggests that when the guests arrive the table area will look barren because all of the chairs will be on the dance floor. This option would incur additional costs because we would have to pay for the ceremony area to be draped off, so that when guests enter, they don't see the "reception" area.
- We can rent chairs for $2.25 each--this includes a color sash to coordinate with the wedding colors. Concerns:
Is there anything I really need to say besides this is a H.A.M!!!!
Oh, the chair is available in white, but come on now...
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