| Introduction! |
[Nov. 15th, 2009|08:20 pm] |
I figured that since I've been following this community for like three years and have actually been engaged for over half a year that I should probably actually join. Here goes:
Name and/or LJ userID: Kim, somegirl932
Wedding Date: January 15, 2011
Bride/Groom/Other (please specify): I'm the bride, Daniel is my fiancé.
Age: I'm 22, he's 23 right now, we'll be 23 and 24 at the wedding.
City/State/Country you live in: Urbana, IL (though I'm moving to Seattle in January)
City/State/Country you're getting married in (if different): Lisle, IL
Your song/First Dance song: A lot of "our" songs aren't romantic... but probably "The Luckiest" by Ben Folds
Wedding Colors: light/steel blue, forest green, dark reddish
Formality: Semi-formal
Theme (if you have one): Nothing really intense, but winter, snow[boarding], engineering, and robots will probably all make an appearance.
Number of guests: 120-150
How'd you meet your fiancé?: We met our freshman year of college on the first day of classes. We were both talking Calculus III, and our professor was horrible, so we frequently passed notes and later tried studying together. It took me awhile to realize that he was actually into me, but we got together second semester.
How long have you been together?: It'll be four years in January.
Do you have a personal wedding website?: Slowly working on one over at theknot.com, but nothing really yet.
Have you read the community rules before posting this survey?: Yup.
Anything else you'd like to tell us?: A bunch of stuff! Follow me under the cut...
( Pictures (including the ring & my dress!) and Details... ) |
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| Progress Post - 11 Months |
[Nov. 15th, 2009|08:01 pm] |
| [ | Tags | | | accessories: veils/headpieces, cake, cake toppers, color schemes: purple, david's bridal: dress your wedding, dresses: bridesmaids, dresses: custom, flowers: artificial, guestbook, oklahoma, plus size, progress post, reception: venue, shoes | ] |
| [ | Current Location |
| | OKC, OK | ] |
| [ | The Mood |
| |  bouncy | ] |
Well, we haven't officially decided on a date, but I'm about 93% sure it's going to be October 15, 2010. That is eleven months from today, and exactly 1 year since we were engaged. We've been together 10 years, and October 15, 1999 was the first day we met.
Needless to say, almost all of my planning is still tentative. But I'm excited to share. I think it will be fun to look back 11 months from now, and see if any of the things I have planned now, are actually the things that we end up with.
So, here are a lot of pictures of products from websites, that I love. I'm so excited!
( Lots of pics ahead... ) |
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| dream wedding |
[Nov. 16th, 2009|07:57 am] |
Just curious, if you had enough money and time for it, and anyone you wanted to come would be able to go to it, where would be your absolute dream wedding IN THE US/CANADA?
Would it be on a mountain top? In a historic hotel? In a certain city? In a certain park? Certain state? Certain attraction? Anything?
Just curious where everyone would have their wedding, if they had the means to do so. |
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| The Revenge Society |
[Nov. 15th, 2009|03:55 pm] |
| [ | The Melody |
| | And Then I Dreamt Of Yes - Dandy Warhols | ] |
Not much to say. Too busy. Doc and I are about to finish our collaborative script for the finale of season 4.2 and I'm literally on my way out the door to the final sound mix for the last episode of season 4.1.
As such I will soon be blessedly free from writing and post-production duties for a while. Looking forward to just being a director for the next several months--still a difficult, full-time job, but at least it's not three difficult, full-time jobs on top of each other.
I did want to say that tonight's episode is really really good, though. Probably my favorite of Doc's scripts in these first eight episodes. Much to enjoy in it, on the biggest and smallest of scales. And if you're not finally converted to Sgt. Hatred by this one, then you're never ever going to like the poor lug.
Also, the Williams Street online store has a ton of new Venture Bros. merch for sale. Get 'em now, before our request for freebies exhausts their limited supply!
We Love You,
JP
P.S. Two small items my perusal of various message boards these past few weeks compels me to comment upon:
1. Captain Sunshine = NOT an actual pedophile.
2. Brock's absence has nothing to do with Patrick Warburton. He didn't ask for more money, he's not too busy for us, he hasn't refused to come back or anything of the sort. It was a creative choice on our part, and Brock WILL be back in the show at some point. Just not this week. Or next. |
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| Pre-wedding party question |
[Nov. 15th, 2009|01:04 am] |
My godmother told me today that she wants to throw some kind of party for me before the wedding... but she wants me to tell her what kind I want: regular bridal shower, couples shower, dinner, a Christmas shower, whatever. So now I'm really confused, because I have no idea what I want! FH's only advice was: "How about a regular bridal shower, because I won't need to go to that, right?"
I like the idea of a bridal shower or couples shower or something along those lines, since that's something I've never had before and for all I know this could be the only party thrown for us. But I also don't want to sound greedy by asking for a shower, since that implies gifts will be given whereas something like a dinner doesn't really. I also don't really know the differences between a lot of these parties, since I've only been to one bridal shower in my life.
So I guess my questions are: To already-marrieds or people who've had some pre-wedding celebrations (or just people who know more than I do), what is the difference between all these pre-wedding parties?! Which kind did you have more fun at? Did your FH actually want to attend them?
Also, I got my sample bouquet from the florist over my fall break about a month ago, and it turned out *perfectly*! She understood what I wanted the moment I showed her my inspiration pictures and really seems to get my taste. The pictures aren't the greatest and some of the flowers hadn't fully opened up yet, so it looks like there's a lot of greenery, but I'm really pleased.
( Read more... ) |
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| Just to cheer you all up |
[Nov. 14th, 2009|10:40 pm] |
At dinner tonight, my dad asked if I had to have an "up-do" for the wedding. My mom informed him that it was not a requirement to have your hair up, and he was shocked. My mom then point out that she didn't have her hair up at their wedding, so my dad told her that it didn't count.
My mom then asked me how I was going to plan a wedding if I'm taking 20hrs of class next semester. My dad told her "It's simple. She's not getting an up-do. How much time can it really take if you aren't wearing your hair up?"
So ladies, there it is. If you don't wear your hair up, planning doesn't take any time at all!!!
In addition to that, to make this post relevant, I have a question. Like I said my mom was asking about how I was going to plan a wedding and take 20 hrs of classes/week next semester. I don't think I really have all that much to do. Everyone says that planning will completely take over your life. Did it take over yours, or have you found that it's happened as more of a hobby type thing?
How much time per week do you spend on planning? |
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| Wedding Readings |
[Nov. 14th, 2009|08:36 pm] |
| [ | The Mood |
| |  thoughtful | ] |
My 7-year old daughter asked me earlier this week if she could read a poem at mine and FH's wedding in May. I'm incredibly touched that she's so excited about the wedding and wants to be involved in every aspect. She didn't really have any ideas about what kind of poem she would like to read. I know it's a little early, but it got my wheels turning. Anyone have any cute ideas for her? Maybe not too long, just 2-3 stanzas probably..TIA! |
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| (no subject) |
[Nov. 14th, 2009|05:28 pm] |
I have to say, I have been very concerned about finding music that we like (punk and metal) that won't kill the relatives to listen to it. At the same time, I don't want to die from boredom at my own wedding listening to the same old, played out songs from the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's because thats what the moldy-oldies want to listen to. We've been making a playlist and compromising mostly on the side of the moldy-oldies because we really do want people to have a good time....
and then I found this: http://savethehumans.com/punkcoverproject/index.shtml
( Cut because everyone loves cutting :-) )
Anyone else have some great punk/rock/metal songs they are integrating into their playlist?
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| Wedding Menu |
[Nov. 14th, 2009|11:36 am] |
I met with my aunt yesterday to work on wedding stuff. We've set the Menu and I'm excited about it.
Pork Tenderloin
Brisket
Shrimp Cocktail
Ranch Potatoes
Veggie Tray
Fruit Tray (this is actually a four tier thing that is AMAZING looking)
Cream Cheese Balls
This is all going to be done by my aunt and i'm so happy. She's an awesome cook and I know everything will turn out awesome.
We also did some shopping and picked up my garter, guestbook and pen, cake serving set, and toasting glasses for the head table. I can't post pictures right now because I'm in Arkansas and forgot my camera cord. I'll post some once i get home.
I think we're going over to her friends house today to look at some vases. Her daughter just got married and she has a ton of vases and said we could use them. I'm hoping they work out (and am going to do just about anything i can to make it work) because this would save me a lot of money not having to buy them.
My cousin just told me he never got his save the date and i realized I sent it to the wrong address which makes me nervous that i did that to someone else! hopefully not but i guess i'll never really know.
Anyways, i just wanted to share since i'm so excited!
happy planning! |
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| Show me your... eco-friendly wedding pictures! |
[Nov. 14th, 2009|01:17 am] |
I just went through all the entries in the "eco-friendly" tag and was amazed at all the great information and resources that are out there for having a "green" wedding. I bookmarked many websites and got a bunch of great ideas, but I didn't see many pictures of people's own green wedding elements.
So, if you've had a green wedding yourself, or simply had a few elements that were environmentally friendly- and you have pictures- I'd love to see them!
Edit: I also just had an idea I thought I'd ask you girls about- has anyone here grown their own bouquet flowers? I was thinking about planting a big patch of flowers at my parents house this spring and then using them for the bouquets (I'll only need mine and two small ones), corsages and boutonnieres. Is this impractical? I could always supplement them with farmers market flowers, but I thought this might be a neat thing to do. |
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| Dress advice needed. |
[Nov. 13th, 2009|05:24 pm] |
Even though we aren't officially engaged yet, I am feeling the need to plan incessantly since we want to get married next summer and it's already November (meaning we are anywhere from 7 to 9 months out at this point, depending on when we actually decide to do this thing).
I really wanted to do the whole "bridal salon" try on dresses thing, but in searching for inspiration I came across a dress on eBay that I am absolutely in love with. Love, love, love. I mean, I want to hug this dress in my arms and whisper sweet nothings to it. It's my size and it's everything I want in a dress - the right mix of fun and weddingy for my taste, plus it won't put off E's grandma. And the price is definitely right...less than $200, and we are trying to keep costs low.
So the question I have is this: Do I buy the dress sight unseen, even though we aren't officially engaged, and have no idea what this dress will look like on me? I don't want to let it slip away, particularly since I've not seen a dress like it in my size before, but I'm a little worried since I don't know what I'll do if it doesn't fit, etc.
Suggestions? If I decide to go for it, I'll definitely post pics... |
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| (no subject) |
[Nov. 14th, 2009|12:18 am] |
Name and/or LJ userID: Kelsey / chillybird
Wedding Date: October 2011
Bride/Groom/Other (please specify): Bride
Age: 22 currently
City/State/Country you live in: London, England
City/State/Country you're getting married in (if different): Brighton, hopefully
Your song/First Dance song: Not sure yet but I like Golden Heart by Mark Knopfler
Wedding Colors: Not too sure yet, possibly autumn/goldy
Formality: Smart casual
Theme (if you have one): Toying with the idea of a gothic theme, possibly Halloween, but am still flexible
Number of guests: Maybe 150
How'd you meet your fiance?: Worked together
How long have you been together?: a year and a half
Do you have a personal wedding website?: Yes, but it's not very active
Have you read the community rules before posting this survey? Yep
Anything else you'd like to tell us?:
Quick question: We have a lot of guests coming. Was wondering if its normal to invite the people who are not so close to just the reception, as all the civil ceremony places I've seen only hold about 30-60 people. Is that okay, or would it just offend everyone? Loads of people my FH wants to invite I've never even met, and they live in the same town. I did look through the tags but nothing stood out! |
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| Made a little change to where we're getting married |
[Nov. 14th, 2009|08:29 am] |
So we visited our venue last weekend in order to choose a menu (food is SUBLIME, I'm so so so happy with it) and whilst we were there completely changed where on the grounds we are holding our wedding ceremony & reception. It's something I NEVER EVER EVER expected to do.. but I seem to be doing a lot of that in this whole wedding planning process, going against the grain of everything I ever expected from myself haha. Warning - LOTS of text and pics under the cut!!
( We had planned on getting married here.. ) |
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| When counting your guests for ordering invitations.. |
[Nov. 13th, 2009|03:29 pm] |
I had originally budgeted for ordering 150 invitations, and then I read an article on Bridal Buzz about cutting costs with your invitations and the first thing that they said was:
Don't forget: Count the number of HOUSEHOLDS you're inviting, not the number of PEOPLE!
It seems like such an obvious thing, but I had completely overlooked it.
So now, instead of ordering 150 invites I only have to order about 75! I'm psyched because it means that I can afford to splurge a bit more and get the invites that I really want. |
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| Day Of Scheduling (A "Show Me Your...") |
[Nov. 13th, 2009|02:46 pm] |
We talk a lot on here about schedules and timelines of the actual events, such as the ceremony and reception, but I'm more interested in what your GETTING READY schedule is.
Show me your "GET ME TO THE CHURCH ON TIME!" schedule! I'm trying to sort out how I want my morning to go (with a ceremony at 3:15pm) in terms of hair appointments, makeup, getting ready, etc.
What's your wedding day prep going to be like? |
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