Here's a good thing to file away...
Friday, August 28, 2009
Thursday, August 27, 2009
#156. Something to consider...
I even started a new category just based on this! How does one make time for everyone? Let's say (for example) I was planning a Saturday wedding, this is one way I might make time for everyone - especially out of towners. I'd probably take Thursday and Friday (at the very least) off. So, let's say that's it. I imagine some out of towner's wouldn't be able to make it for a bachelorette party, so I'd kick the weekend off with a mini-version...
Wednesday at 7:00 pm - Dinner and drinks with the ladies
Thursday morning - Run with my sister, massage and facial (me - and anyone else who wants to join).
Lunch - my family...
Afternoon - Group (joint) family outing to the Arboretum, Aquarium, etc....
Evening - Optional dinner for all in town (everyone paying for their own this time, though...)
Friday morning - Run with my sister and/or friends and then brunch with my b-maids
Nail appointments complete with champagne - I think that's a pre-req, though...
Afternoon - drop everything off at ceremony/reception site, pre-rehearsal drinks at a wine bar with everyone invited to the rehearsal
Rehearsal + Dinner
Post-rehearsal, I know people will want to go out. I may go out for a bit, but honestly I'd rather go to bed early because I know I'll wake up early...
Saturday morning - Run by myself - I think I'll need a moment to be just me, followed by brunch (possibly homemade or delivered) while doing hair/makeup with whomever wants to participate. I don't care if every female wants to come by...
Two or so hours before the wedding first look/all posed pictures to be taken
Wedding
Cocktail hour (that I will attend)
Dinner, drinks, dancing, and merriment
Sounds perfecsh!
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Thursday, August 20, 2009
#153. The hair...
Because my hair is fine and thin, I wonder what the best look would be... I really think this might be the best look for me. It's pretty, it won't make my hair look stuck to my head, and it's elegant.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
#152. Floral Inspiration
Wow. I really love these. I'm not sure if I could do it myself, but with the help of super fabulous amazing flower decorating sister-in-law, I might just be able to pull off this exact make and model - depending on the time of year. Swoon!
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
#150. Is it too early to be thinking tunes?
Hopefully not... It's been a slow day, so I went through a few different posts and assembled my own personal list of "must play" songs. I know that the BF will be adding a number of "must play" country tunes, and I think I officially decided I need a DJ. Here are my initial "must play" songs. (The quotes around "must play" are because I just know I'll change my mind and add a few/take away a few before it really matters....)
Mika - Love Today
Black Eyed Peas - I Gotta Feeling
AC/DC - You Shook Me All Night Long
Otis Redding - Try a Little Tenderness
Etta James - At Last
Van Morrison - Brown-Eyed Girl
Rusted Root - Send Me On My Way
Dusty Springfield - Son of a Preacher Man
Nena - 99 Luftballoons
Elvis Presley - Can't Help Falling in Love With You
Otis Redding - That's How Strong My Love Is
Belinda Carlisle - Mad About You
Belinda Carlisle - Heaven is a Place on Earth
Neil Diamond - Sweet Caroline
Billy Joel - It's Still Rock n Roll to Me
Stevie Wonder - Signed Sealed Delivered
Def Leppard - Pour Some Sugar on Me
Beastie Boys - Paul Revere (odd choice, but it makes sense if you're in my family)
Journey - Faithfully
Billy Joel - Uptown Girl
Billy Ocean - Get Out Of My Dreams (And Into My Car)
Van Morrison - Moondance
Cindy Lauper - Time After Time
The Cardigans - Love Fool
Eddie Money - Take Me Home Tonight
Louis Armstrong - A Kiss to Build a Dream On
Van Morrison - Into The Mystic
Jem - Maybe I'm Amazed
#149. STD Idea
I hadn't really planned on making Save The Dates, but I totally plan on doing some fun STD email... I love love love this idea!
#148. Favors
While I'm not sure if favors will have a place in my wedding, if they do I could totally see myself doing something like this. We have recently gotten into gardening, and I think most (if not all) of our guests would love something like this! Only the ones traveling internationally wouldn't get to take them home... Hmmm...
#146. I love mail!
Thank you, Martha, for making it so difficult to choose the best guest book option. Could I do both? I think so! :)
#145. Guest Book Idea
This is a fun guest book idea - let everyone fill out these colorful cards (in your wedding colors, obvi) and then you can customize your guest book with pictures of each guest with their corresponding cards. It solves the 'I want a photo booth but cannot budget it in' dilemma.
#144. A fun behind-the-table-of-the-happy-couple sign
How cute would pictures be of the bride and groom eating with their friends and family with this sign in the background?
#141. Easy centerpieces
I'm pretty sure when I get married that my sister-in-law will act as my official wedding consultant. She throws beautiful parties all of the time, is excellent at securing all of the details, and I have no doubt she could re-create the image at the top with these awesome vases from Ikea. At $1.99 each, and with one large flower/vase, it will make an excellent addition. Especially if I can find a place that provides the free mirrors/candles. If not, votives or (even better) these bad boys would add a lovely touch.
#140. Mad About You
On my way to work out this morning, I was reminded of one of the best wedding-related songs to play at your reception. So, without further ado, I present the magical lyrics to Belinda Carlisle's Mad About You:
I'm mad about you
You're mad about me babe
Couple of fools run wild aren't we
Pushing the day into the nighttime
Somewhere between the two
We start to see
Mad about you (mad about you)
Lost in your eyes (reason aside)
Mad about love (mad about you)
You and I
Something 'bout you
Right here beside me
Touches the touched part of me like I can't believe
Pushing the night into the daytime
Watching the sky's first light
While the city sleeps
Mad about you (mad about you)
Lost in your eyes (reason aside)
Mad about love (mad about you)
You and I
Mad about you (mad about you)
Lost in your eyes (reason aside)
Mad about love (mad about you)
You and I
I'm mad about you
You're mad about me babe
Couple of fools run wild aren't we
Mad about you (mad about you)
Lost in your eyes (reason aside)
Mad about love (mad about you)
You and I
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Thursday, August 6, 2009
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