Vanessa- figmentfan814 ~ Happily Ever 3/3/08- MK & DHS Shoot Photos Added

[figmentfan814]

Can you PM me the Scavenger Hunt and the Hidden Mickey? Thanks

If you PM me your email I can send you the files, they are both in Word :)

[figmentfan814]

I will be starting a TR shortly. I'm even going to do a PJ if that makes sense this far past the wedding:rolleyes1 I just got a new job and with it a bit more free time, so I have time to devote to a report now. Vanessa is in the process of teaching me how to post my pictures correctly...then I'll get started. I would be very glad if you would join us when I do. Thanks for the interest!
Anna Marie


I can't wait to read your PJ and your report. Looking forward to hearing all about it. I enjoyed just listening to you and your mom talking about the dessert party, etc. :cool1:

[DisneyLaura]

Are you still going to finish your TR or did that person ruin it for all of us

[figmentfan814]

Are you still going to finish your TR or did that person ruin it for all of us

Don't worry I won't let them ruin it for everyone else, I just wanted them to know that I am aware of what they're doing.

Anyway, I started uploading to Photobucket last night with the pictures from Randy. There are over 1,600 :cool1: which is really awesome, but it is making it hard to narrow down for my report.

I'm hoping to have some free time tonight to at least put up the pictures from the morning of the wedding when we were getting ready at the hotel.

[DisneyLaura]

:banana:

[dizneyfreak]

I can't wait for the next installment! I'm so glad you didn't let that person ruin this for you. Don't ever let another person steal your thunder girl...you are too good of a person for that.
:mad: And to whomever it is that is lurking...I was there during the time of the wedding and let me tell you something....IT WAS BEAUTIFUL AND YOU SHOULD WANT TO LOOK AT THE PICTURES BECAUSE YOU MISSED THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE!:mad:
Ok, I'm better now...sorry, can't stand people that are out to upset the actual good people that are still out there. Keep it going girl...we can't wait for more and good luck with the move. Oh yes, and you can still PM me if you need some Hawaii info before you leave! It's almost here:goodvibes
Anna Marie

[Keira1387]

Glad to hear your going to keep posting! Can't wait to hear more!

[Mama of Indybride]

:scared1: I'm so glad you are going to continue your TR!

It would be very sad not to share the rest of the trip with you...

Patiently waiting for my next fix!!! popcorn::

[lov2b@disney]

Gosh! I hate working and missing the DIS! :hug: Sorry about your inconsiderate lurker :cool2: Glad you are going on with the show! :yay:

Cant wait to see your Randy pix!!!!!

[figmentfan814]

Thanks everyone! I was having trouble with Photobucket last night, the bulk loader wasn't working and there were way too many pictures to upload individually ;) I starting uploading this morning and should be able to start posting this afternoon.

[figmentfan814]

I can't wait for the next installment! I'm so glad you didn't let that person ruin this for you. Don't ever let another person steal your thunder girl...you are too good of a person for that.

Ok, I'm better now...sorry, can't stand people that are out to upset the actual good people that are still out there. Keep it going girl...we can't wait for more and good luck with the move. Oh yes, and you can still PM me if you need some Hawaii info before you leave! It's almost here:goodvibes
Anna Marie

:goodvibes Thank you for the support.

I just sent you a PM with a few questions :flower: Thanks again for the help.

[figmentfan0724]

im sorry to hear about the stalker, but i am glad you are goin to cntinue to post. I can't wait to see what you did with our friend Figment!

[29apr00]

Sorry about the stalker! I can't wait to read the rest! Hope you got all your flight stuff fixed for your trip to Hawaii!! :thumbsup2

jennifer

[agnes!]

I happened to stumble upon this thread by accident and have read every single post this morning. I'm feeling so cheered up! Glad the wedding went well, I'm sure the marriage will too :teeth:.

You really should be an event planner, your skills are beyond belief. The favors/goody bags/invitations/etc. were flawless. I am totally in awe. Makes me want to have a party and have you plan it just to see what creative things you would come up with!

What happened with the one groomsman(?) who decided to get a room at a DTD hotel instead of hanging with everybody or something like that. Did he ever get 'on-board'?

agnes!
PS - I hear somewhere on the Internet that a fabulous new "anti-stalking" product is being sold. It's called "Grumpy B Gone" ;) .

[disneychickforever]

So I decided to come out of lurking (but no, I'm not the stalker person lol.), to say that I loved what I read so far! It seems like you were able to overcome every obstacle with ease! Can't wait to see the wedding day, I bet you were a beautiful bride. :)

Glad to hear the stalker isn't stopping the TR. :)

[figmentfan814]

im sorry to hear about the stalker, but i am glad you are goin to cntinue to post. I can't wait to see what you did with our friend Figment!

There are some cute pictures from Randy and I can't wait to get to the dessert party to share them.

[figmentfan814]

Sorry about the stalker! I can't wait to read the rest! Hope you got all your flight stuff fixed for your trip to Hawaii!! :thumbsup2

jennifer

Thankfully, we were able to get everything worked out. We actually ended up saving money on our new flights. The only downside was that it was a headache to get things worked out.

[figmentfan814]

I happened to stumble upon this thread by accident and have read every single post this morning. I'm feeling so cheered up! Glad the wedding went well, I'm sure the marriage will too :teeth:.

You really should be an event planner, your skills are beyond belief. The favors/goody bags/invitations/etc. were flawless. I am totally in awe. Makes me want to have a party and have you plan it just to see what creative things you would come up with!

What happened with the one groomsman(?) who decided to get a room at a DTD hotel instead of hanging with everybody or something like that. Did he ever get 'on-board'?

agnes!
PS - I hear somewhere on the Internet that a fabulous new "anti-stalking" product is being sold. It's called "Grumpy B Gone" ;) . :goodvibes

Thank you for reading through my report so far :surfweb: It's funny that you mentioned that about the event planning. I used to do a lot of events through organizations when I was in college and my DH keeps bugging me about getting into it, I guess if you ever need anyone let me know ;)

The groomsman ended up staying at POR with all the guys the night before the wedding which was a relief. He did move to a Downtown Disney resort again the night of the wedding (he didn't realize that there was 3 guys sharing the room at POR and was freaked out when he woke up with another guy next to him :laughing: )

[figmentfan814]

So I decided to come out of lurking (but no, I'm not the stalker person lol.), to say that I loved what I read so far! It seems like you were able to overcome every obstacle with ease! Can't wait to see the wedding day, I bet you were a beautiful bride. :)

Glad to hear the stalker isn't stopping the TR. :)


Thank you so much for reading, I can tell by your post you're definitely not the lurker :goodvibes

[figmentfan814]

See new post below with additions....

[Lynn5700]

YAY!!!!!! Girl I'm so excited to see your centerpieces lol!!!!!!!!!!!!

How did you like the alligator bayou? Were staying at POR and I really want the mansions cause they are so pretty but I will be ok if I get stuck with the bayou lol.

[DigitalLove]

Vanessa..... are you teasing us :lmao:

Hope you're sleeping well and will be up bright and early tomorrow to update us a bit more!!

How are the Hawaii plans coming along?! I can't remember if you are visiting Oahu or not. If you are then let me know and i'll come up with some ideas of great places to visit, depending of course on how long you are there for!

I reallyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy want to go back to hawaii, but to visit on the other island this time instead

Loving your trippie so far! All you hard work and planning really did pay off as everything seems to have worked perfectly! You really SHOULD take this up porfessionally!!! After booking all my stuff online and indpendently and seeing how great everything turned out I am seriously considering setting up my own business for UK brides who want to get married in Florida as i've gained a fair amount of contacts and ideas.

Perhaps on my next day off I shall start oganising all of my info together and build a website... I figured it could be a bit of a sideline!

[lov2b@disney]

:surfweb: Patiently waiting for more!

[figmentfan814]

YAY!!!!!! Girl I'm so excited to see your centerpieces lol!!!!!!!!!!!!

How did you like the alligator bayou? Were staying at POR and I really want the mansions cause they are so pretty but I will be ok if I get stuck with the bayou lol.

The funny thing is that we always request certain buildings in Alligator Bayou :goodvibes We have stayed in the mansions before too, but they are so far from everything we prefer the convenience of the Bayou rooms especially in buildings 14 an 16. The other thing was that with our room block we wanted the Bayou since these are the buildings that have trundle beds in the rooms which was helpful for a lot of our guests.

Another bonus is that you're close to the first bus stop (if you're too far back the buses can get crowded by the time they get to your stop) and the main building with the food court, etc. is right there. I think if you're looking for a more intimate feel I would definitely go with the mansions. We've stayed in the mansions twice I think and the Bayou about six times, the decor definitely isn't as pretty but it has seemed to fit us pretty well :thumbsup2

[figmentfan814]

My pictures are going to be mixed in with Randy’s on this post, so I will let you know which ones are Randy’s (although, I think it will be pretty obvious.) Plus, for some reason some of mine are showing up sideways even though I corrected them in Photobucket :confused:

Here are some pictures from the night before the wedding when I gave Kris his gifts. Another minor thing that had happened is that he accidentally forgot my gift back in Ohio. Thankfully, one of his friends was able to overnight it to him on Saturday and it arrived the afternoon of the wedding. He gave it to me at the dessert party, so you’ll hear about that later. I bought him University of Michigan cufflinks since we had met at school there. He actually wears cufflinks with some of suits, so I knew this was something that he could use again. I also got him the “Game Over” shirt as a joke since he loves video games.
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The original plan the night before the wedding was for all of us girls to stay together. Two of my bridesmaids were super tired and couldn't stay up any longer, so they went back to their rooms with their families. Marquitta, Patriece, and I still ended up staying together. Patriece and I went to bed unofficially around 12:30 a.m. Marquitta was up almost all night working on her hair, nails, and steaming her dress. She really is an amazing woman and goes without sleep a lot- I think it comes from all those late nights in college studying! I was having a little trouble falling asleep, so I ended up asking her to draw the little curtain between the sink area to help block out some of the light.

When I woke up I was surprisingly calm. This day was a long time coming and I wasn't nervous at all. We got up at 5:15 a.m. and I jumped in the shower before Anna arrived. (Randy)
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Anna was scheduled to do my hair and makeup along with my mom. Kris' cousin was coming to do Judi's hair and of course Marquitta and Patriece had done their own. I had forgotten a button-up shirt, so I ended up putting on my P&P sweatshirt.
Here is a first look at how I looked that morning, not very bride-like yet ;)
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Patriece finishing up her hair:
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Judi helping Marquitta with one last curl:
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Kris’ cousin, Debbie, working on Judi’s hair. Judi had Anna do her makeup too.
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(Randy)
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Here is Randy working on getting the dress shots all set up:
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(Randy)
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As you can see our room was a wreck! (Randy)
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While we were getting ready Marquitta ran over to get a picture of Kris. She actually had to deliver a few items that were supposed to be transported in the limo with the guys too. We were sending over the CD player that we had borrowed from my cousin who works at Epcot and the parasols that I had ordered to use for pictures that day. As a side note, we were using the CD player since we literally only had 5 songs that needed to be played on it between the ceremony and the reception, so it was easier than the iPod setup and it didn’t cost us anything extra!

Kris was actually in our friend’s room right next store, so we were careful that he didn’t catch a glimpse of me as people were going in and out of the door.
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The day before the wedding Mousekeeping had left a surprise in our room, but I didn’t get to see it until the day of the wedding.
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After Anna finished my hair, I took a break to get something to eat. Judi had been such a sweetheart and had bought bagels with cream cheese and donuts for all of us the day before. I wasn’t super hungry, but didn’t want to get sick later on. While I was eating, my dad came in and gave me a gift. It was a really cute Angel pin with a poem to “Daddy’s Little Girl.” I will post pictures of it, I forgot they were on my mom’s camera and I don’t have the images in Photobucket yet.

[figmentfan814]

I was so touched we were both fighting off tears. I decided to put the pin on my garter. I had bought the Mickey garter set from Disney Floral and of course had to have a University of Michigan one too!
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While I was eating, Anna started on my mom:
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After she finished my mom, I had her change my hair a little bit. It was kind of loose in the front with the curls and I wanted something that looked more placed and precise if that makes sense. She switched it in just a few minutes and it turned out exactly how I wanted it!

Around this time Randy had to head out with the guys. Their limo was leaving at 7:00 a.m. and Randy wanted to make it over to Epcot first. Judi also ran up to the food court around this time for waffles. I had her bring me back a diet coke because I always need one in the morning and today was no different!

Shortly after that it was time for me to get dressed! :bride: Our limo was scheduled to arrive at 7:45 a.m.
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Since I wasn’t wearing a crinoline and because my dress is pretty easy to get into, I was able to get it on myself. I did need some help with the poofing of the crinoline
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Around this time, my cousin, who was going to be the usher and stand up on my side as a bridal attendant arrived and so do my flowergirl along with her mom.
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Up next the limo ride and finally arriving at Epcot! :cheer2:

[29apr00]

Cute garter!

:lmao: I love the "game over" Shirt! Too funny

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa..... are you teasing us :lmao:

Hope you're sleeping well and will be up bright and early tomorrow to update us a bit more!!

How are the Hawaii plans coming along?! I can't remember if you are visiting Oahu or not. If you are then let me know and i'll come up with some ideas of great places to visit, depending of course on how long you are there for!

I reallyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy want to go back to hawaii, but to visit on the other island this time instead

Loving your trippie so far! All you hard work and planning really did pay off as everything seems to have worked perfectly! You really SHOULD take this up porfessionally!!! After booking all my stuff online and indpendently and seeing how great everything turned out I am seriously considering setting up my own business for UK brides who want to get married in Florida as i've gained a fair amount of contacts and ideas.

Perhaps on my next day off I shall start oganising all of my info together and build a website... I figured it could be a bit of a sideline!

We are actually going to Oahu and Maui and I can't wait :cheer2: Do you have any suggestions for our time on Oahu?

I think it's a great idea for you to start a business. The best part is that in the service industry you don't have a lot of startup costs (like merchandise, a building, etc.) so it's a win-win situation. You never know until you try it out. Who knows maybe we'll both make it big doing this kind of stuff :goodvibes

[figmentfan814]

Cute garter!

:lmao: I love the "game over" Shirt! Too funny

Thanks! :)

[keenercam]

Vanessa, sweetie, I know I have said it before, but I have to say you looked absolutely beautiful! :flower3: You have one of those smiles that lights up a room! Your makeup and hair looked so perfect, too! I am so glad to hear your friends took care of making sure you ate something and that you had your morning diet coke! :grouphug:

More! More! :surfweb:

[lov2b@disney]

popcorn:: Beautiful!! How fun! It's funny, having no bridal party I'm going to have to bribe someone to come take care of me the morning of my wedding!

[irisbud]

You look so beautiful! And I love your hair! More please!

[pink_tink8i8]

Vanessa you looked absolutely gorgeous!!!!

[iluv2go2disney]

I love your TR. You are so organized. Everything looked wonderful. I can't wait to see the wedding.popcorn::

[Mrsdisneyb2b]

i love the idea of using the sketchers for wedding shoes!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am going/was going to use flip flops and my mom freaked... little does she know...

[Goldeelox9]

You looked so pretty! I can not wait to hear more!

[IndyBride]

:dance3: YAY for the wedding day! You looked so beautiful! I can't wait to hear more!

[MickeyAnne]

So pretty! Love your whole look! Can't wait to hear about the wedding! (I have been lurking this thread for so long - can't believe it took me so long to post)

[DisneyLaura]

YAY!!!!!! Girl I'm so excited to see your centerpieces lol!!!!!!!!!!!!

How did you like the alligator bayou? Were staying at POR and I really want the mansions cause they are so pretty but I will be ok if I get stuck with the bayou lol.

We stayed in Alligator bayou with my two sons (ages 5 and 2) and just the walk to breakfast they loved. I liked there too but next time we are going to stay in the mansions. We hope to get adjoining rooms because my mom will be joining us that trip.

We are actually going to Oahu and Maui and I can't wait :cheer2: Do you have any suggestions for our time on Oahu?

That's where we went on our honeymoon too. Oahu actually has a lot of tours. Are you scheduled for a breaksfast shortly after you go because we went to a breakfast at the hotel where we stayed and the had all tours that we did. Some we missed because DH got sick but it was just nice sitting on the beach.

You looked absolutely stunning. So pretty and happy. I wasn't nervous until I got on the steps of my church that's when I started to shake. I loved your sneaks too. The cufflinks were cute too. My DH likes that college, he didn't go there though but he roots for them.

[disneychickforever]

Glad the first part of the day went well! I loved the "Game Over" shirt! It was cute lol.

As for the garter, I didn't know they made it with school names on it. Interesting touch :)

I can't wait to read more :)

[Keira1387]

Ok, I love diet coke in the morning, but I get blank stares when I order one for breakfast! I'm glad I'm not the only one!!! Can't wait for more!!

[dizneyfreak]

I was so excited to see your post today. It sounds funny, I know, but I live for these things! You look absolutely stunning...so beautiful! I love the pictures looking down on you when you were getting your hair done. I pm'ed you back, so let me know if you need anything else. Waiting on pins and needles for the next one:surfweb:
Anna Marie

[DisneyLaura]

I was so excited to see your post today. It sounds funny, I know, but I live for these things!

So do I. I get my cup of coffee and log onto the computer every morning. It's a sickness :lmao: that I will never get rid of.

Laura:surfweb:

[lov2b@disney]

So do I. I get my cup of coffee and log onto the computer every morning. It's a sickness :lmao: that I will never get rid of.

Laura:surfweb:

:surfweb: ME TOO! As soon as the kids get on the bus and before the youngest gets up!!!!:rotfl: Great way to start the day!

[iluv2go2disney]

I have the same sickness. Glad to know I'm not alone.:rotfl2:

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa, sweetie, I know I have said it before, but I have to say you looked absolutely beautiful! :flower3: You have one of those smiles that lights up a room! Your makeup and hair looked so perfect, too! I am so glad to hear your friends took care of making sure you ate something and that you had your morning diet coke! :grouphug:
More! More! :surfweb:
Thank you so much, you have been so sweet too! I was really happy with how my hair, makeup, and everything came together; it was accidentally how I had hoped it would turn out. I was very fortunate, our bridal party was great, everyone went out of their way to help out with everything.

popcorn:: Beautiful!! How fun! It's funny, having no bridal party I'm going to have to bribe someone to come take care of me the morning of my wedding!
Sandy, I’m sure you won’t have any problems having people to help you out. After all, you’re the bride. I was surprised because Marion even called the morning of the wedding at like 6:30 a.m. to check on me, so I’m sure you’ll have your coordinator to keep an eye out for you too :)

You look so beautiful! And I love your hair! More please!
Vanessa you looked absolutely gorgeous!!!!
I love your TR. You are so organized. Everything looked wonderful. I can't wait to see the wedding.popcorn::
So pretty! Love your whole look! Can't wait to hear about the wedding! (I have been lurking this thread for so long - can't believe it took me so long to post)
Thank you everyone! I was really happy to see how everything came together that morning. It was so exciting to put on my dress that morning!

i love the idea of using the sketchers for wedding shoes!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am going/was going to use flip flops and my mom freaked... little does she know...
Believe me, wearing comfortable shoes was one of the best decisions I made in the entire planning process :thumbsup2

We stayed in Alligator bayou with my two sons (ages 5 and 2) and just the walk to breakfast they loved. I liked there too but next time we are going to stay in the mansions. We hope to get adjoining rooms because my mom will be joining us that trip.
That's where we went on our honeymoon too. Oahu actually has a lot of tours. Are you scheduled for a breaksfast shortly after you go because we went to a breakfast at the hotel where we stayed and the had all tours that we did. Some we missed because DH got sick but it was just nice sitting on the beach.
You looked absolutely stunning. So pretty and happy. I wasn't nervous until I got on the steps of my church that's when I started to shake. I loved your sneaks too. The cufflinks were cute too. My DH likes that college, he didn't go there though but he roots for them.
It’s funny you mentioned having some time to spend just relaxing on the beach. Kris is worried that I am going to overplan the trip. He asked if we could just have some time for relaxation, but I told him I wasn’t sure if that was possible ;) I was surprised that I never got nervous, I was relieved once the wedding was over. Kris was squeezing my hands so hard during the ceremony my knuckles were turning white :rotfl:

Ok, I love diet coke in the morning, but I get blank stares when I order one for breakfast! I'm glad I'm not the only one!!! Can't wait for more!!
Me too, we must be kindred spirits :goodvibes

So do I. I get my cup of coffee and log onto the computer every morning. It's a sickness :lmao: that I will never get rid of.
Laura:surfweb:
I have the same sickness. Glad to know I'm not alone.:rotfl2:
It’s funny how we all have our vices that we have to have no matter what!

[figmentfan814]

I tried to go through tonight and sent out a PM to everyone that I thought had posted on my TR. Let me know if you didn't get a message from me. :goodvibes

[IndyBride]

Your pictures are BEAUTIFUL!!!! I love the picture of Chris in the sunglasses. That is so creative! Also the one with you between the pillars enchanced so it looks all dizzy! They are all so great! It looked like a fabulous time.

[figmentfan814]

Your pictures are BEAUTIFUL!!!! I love the picture of Chris in the sunglasses. That is so creative! Also the one with you between the pillars enchanced so it looks all dizzy! They are all so great! It looked like a fabulous time.

Val~ Thanks for taking time to look for the pictures. He really did an amazing job, I was shocked at the variety of everything that he did. He was taking pictures all the time, there are some cool ones that he took when I didn't even realize it :goodvibes

[lov2b@disney]

Vanessa! Gorgeous pictures! DF and I :surfweb: this morning watching the slide show!

Love your castle cake topper! I really like your bracelet-is it swarovski? Figment is cute in the gel things at the DP.

Nice variety of pictures-where did you fit in GF pix?

Thank you so much for sharing!:flower3:

[29apr00]

WOW!!! :worship: :worship: :worship: :worship: such wonderful pictures!! You had so many beautiful elements in your wedding!

jennifer

[camara381]

Vanessa I just saw your pictures and let me saw WOW!!!!

They are absolutely amazing!!!!

:worship: :worship:

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa! Gorgeous pictures! DF and I :surfweb: this morning watching the slide show!

Love your castle cake topper! I really like your bracelet-is it swarovski? Figment is cute in the gel things at the DP.

Nice variety of pictures-where did you fit in GF pix?

Thank you so much for sharing!:flower3:

I found the castle on our planning session trip on Main Street. It is a piece of work by Jim Shore.

My bracelet is the Cinderella swarovski that matched my tiara. I have the necklace too, but it didn't go with the neckline on my dress.

We actually did the Grand Floridian after the brunch. If you notice one of the groomsmen is missing :confused: He had to leave for his flight. We had some extra time on our charter bus, so we rushed over there for about 30 minutes of pictures.

[figmentfan814]

WOW!!! :worship: :worship: :worship: :worship: such wonderful pictures!! You had so many beautiful elements in your wedding!

jennifer

Thank you, Randy does an amazing job! :goodvibes

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa I just saw your pictures and let me saw WOW!!!!

They are absolutely amazing!!!!

:worship: :worship:

I'm glad you enjoyed them. It was such a beautiful day too which really helped with the outside shots :)

[joleen76]

Vanessa - thank you for sharing your pictures.

I love, love, loved them! You two just looked so happy. Randy truly captured your day beatifully! :goodvibes

[pink_tink8i8]

Vanessa, you're pictures are AMAZING :faint: !!!!!!! I'm so happy that Randy captured all the hard work you put into your details. You should really think about becoming a wedding planner you know ;) I don't think that I ever saw a picture of your tiara before. I love it!!!

[5/4Disney]

I tried to go through tonight and sent out a PM to everyone that I thought had posted on my TR. Let me know if you didn't get a message from me. :goodvibes

Okay Vanessa, I'm bummed... I must have missed something because I've been checking back for pics (even read through the thread again) and didn't find any of the ceremony. I must admit I've been preoccupied with my MOMS Club packet I got from Disney (tons of free stuff, you've gotta love free Disney goodies!!!:cool1: ) Well, I was posting on the MOMS Panel sight and slacked over here a bit. Could you please fill me in...:love:

P.S. Not a stalker just a "Disney Freak" who's wanting to renew her vows at WDW for my 15th anv. in 2 yrs.
Julie

[5/4Disney]

Oh, by the way. Has anyone ever used Randy to take family photos around the resorts? I read on another thread that he does this. We are participating in the Expedition Everest Challenge in Sept and would love to have our family photos taken somewhere by a professional (not just a CM in the parks). Sorry to change the subject, the thought of asking you guys just hit me.

[keenercam]

Vanessa -- Thank you so much for sharing your pix, sweetie! Everything came together so beautifully that I can't begin to compliment you on all the touches.
These are the things that totally jump out at me:
1. The centerpieces are PERFECT!!!!! WOW!!
2. LOVED the Jim Shore castle. I bought the Lenox anniversary version and I am torn as between the two on which looks more authentic and fairy tale-ish. Very pretty.
3. Your cake was unique and really pretty!
4. The pix of you and Kris dancing are so romantic
5. The parasol pix are so beautifully composed, especially in WS. Just gorgeous
and last, but not least
6. The pix of you and Kris alone together (and especially the one where he is facing away and you have your head resting on his shoulder with your eyes closed) are swoon-worthy. Randy really captured the love you two feel for each other.

All of this makes me SOOOO excited about having Randy lined up for our VR!! :woohoo:

Thank you again for taking us all along on this wonderful journey. It has been such a pleasure seeing all of your efforts come together!

[JameysGirl57]

Vanessa,
I tried to PM you today, but it said that your box was all full! Thanks! Meghan

[tink76]

I just read the whole thread today! It sounds amazing! You are a beautiful bride and it looks like everyone was having fun! I would love to see the rest of the pictures!! I hope to renew our vows in 2009 for our 5th anniversary.

[DisneyLaura]

Love them. Thanks for including me. Did you have a snowglobe for every table? I have to go read your PJ now :) to get all the details.

[figmentfan0724]

Vanessa loved the pics! Espically loved the figment pic from the DP. My question is was that from Disney or did you find it somewhere? if so where did you find it?

[dizneyfreak]

My mouth is still wide open with my jaw on the computer desk. Your pictures were absolutely stunning. I'm so jealous and really, really, really, really, really...you get the point...wish that Randy hadn't been booked on my wedding day. I'm so bummed now:sad2: I'm so happy for you though! Wow! Wow! Wow! The pictures were all amazing, but the few that popped out at me were the one where you are holding the living seas ball in your hand, the ones in the Japanese garden, all of the ones that were reflections in the glasses and mirrors and limo window, the fireworks pics, oh and my absolute favorite is the one of you looking over your shoulder with those piercing blue eyes. There are many more too, like all the ones of all the little details you worked so long and hard of, that I love. To many to name them all. Thank you for sharing them with us...you made my night:hug:
Anna Marie

[Flurbee]

Vanessa, I have been following along on your PJ and TR. I love all of your ideas, you are so creative!! I have been getting alot of ideas for my own DFTW in June of 2009!! I only wish I could be as organized as you. I am kind of new to this site, so I am still trying to figure everything out. I was wondering if you could send me the rest of your wedding pics, since I am kind of hanging on the edge of my seat.. Also, could you send me the info on the scavenger hunt and hidden mickeys that you included in your welcome bags? Thanks!!

[DisneyBrideToni]

Wow what a wonderful wedding weekend you had! I would love to see the pics that Randy took if you could PM me the link. You looked fabulous in your gown and your tiara is to die for.

I love that game over shirt you got for your DH. My DF is a HUGE video game fan and always crying the blues that now his life is over since he is getting married. (joking of course...well he better be!) that is the perfect shirt for him...lol :laughing:

[KatyonCapeCod31409]

My first post! I was introduced to Disboards by my fiancée about 3 months ago and finally have created a username! I love everyone's stories but esp. yours Figmentfan814! You have the most creative ideas! I have followed your PJ and now your TR... If I promise I'm not your stalker can I also view your fairytale wedding photos? (I'm interested in having a wedding at the Living Seas and would love to see what it looked like on your special day) I completely understand if you don't feel like sharing with the world... but would love to see how it all came together!

[Flurbee]

My first post! I was introduced to Disboards by my fiancée about 3 months ago and finally have created a username! I love everyone's stories but esp. yours Figmentfan814! You have the most creative ideas! I have followed your PJ and now your TR... If I promise I'm not your stalker can I also view your fairytale wedding photos? (I'm interested in having a wedding at the Living Seas and would love to see what it looked like on your special day) I completely understand if you don't feel like sharing with the world... but would love to see how it all came together!
Hello, I just saw your post, and just wanted to ask you a question.....My very first post was 2 before yours, and I just wanted to know if you could PM anyone yet? I can't seem to get mine to work, just wondered if there was some secret I should know about....:) Thanks..

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa - thank you for sharing your pictures.
I love, love, loved them! You two just looked so happy. Randy truly captured your day beatifully! :goodvibes
Thank you, I was amazed by his work! :cheer2:

Vanessa, you're pictures are AMAZING :faint: !!!!!!! I'm so happy that Randy captured all the hard work you put into your details. You should really think about becoming a wedding planner you know ;) I don't think that I ever saw a picture of your tiara before. I love it!!!
The tiara was such a great find. I bought the entire Cinderella set for 75% off the outlet price from a Swarovski store in Texas last year. I actually found out about the sale on this board. I definitely might have to take my experiences to expand my professional career.

Okay Vanessa, I'm bummed... I must have missed something because I've been checking back for pics (even read through the thread again) and didn't find any of the ceremony. I must admit I've been preoccupied with my MOMS Club packet I got from Disney (tons of free stuff, you've gotta love free Disney goodies!!!:cool1: ) Well, I was posting on the MOMS Panel sight and slacked over here a bit. Could you please fill me in...:love:
P.S. Not a stalker just a "Disney Freak" who's wanting to renew her vows at WDW for my 15th anv. in 2 yrs.
Julie
Hi Julie, I just sent you a PM. Don’t worry though I will still be posting some pictures here. I just don’t want to post links to everything.
So, any idea of where you might want your vow renewal in a couple of years? My parents had originally wanted one this year for their 30th, but our wedding kind of took that away from them. I’m hoping we can plan for their 35th.

Oh, by the way. Has anyone ever used Randy to take family photos around the resorts? I read on another thread that he does this. We are participating in the Expedition Everest Challenge in Sept and would love to have our family photos taken somewhere by a professional (not just a CM in the parks). Sorry to change the subject, the thought of asking you guys just hit me.
Yes, he does and I just sent you a PM with a link to some albums. They’re just as great as his wedding shots.

Vanessa -- Thank you so much for sharing your pix, sweetie! Everything came together so beautifully that I can't begin to compliment you on all the touches.
These are the things that totally jump out at me:
1. The centerpieces are PERFECT!!!!! WOW!!
2. LOVED the Jim Shore castle. I bought the Lenox anniversary version and I am torn as between the two on which looks more authentic and fairy tale-ish. Very pretty.
3. Your cake was unique and really pretty!
4. The pix of you and Kris dancing are so romantic
5. The parasol pix are so beautifully composed, especially in WS. Just gorgeous
and last, but not least
6. The pix of you and Kris alone together (and especially the one where he is facing away and you have your head resting on his shoulder with your eyes closed) are swoon-worthy. Randy really captured the love you two feel for each other.
All of this makes me SOOOO excited about having Randy lined up for our VR!! :woohoo:
Thank you again for taking us all along on this wonderful journey. It has been such a pleasure seeing all of your efforts come together!
Thank you, Cam, you are so sweet! :grouphug: I was really happy with how the centerpieces turned out. Our guests loved them and actually took time to check the different ones out around the room. For the castle, I had originally thought about the chocolate one from the pastry shop, but I wanted something that was more permanent that I could keep. If you use the Jim Shore one it is too heavy to sit on a cake, so that’s why we had it sitting on a separate pedal stool.

It’s funny that you mentioned the cake because I knew I drove poor Marion crazy worrying about it. We actually had a conference call with one of the pastry chefs to come up with the design. I was a little difficult because I didn’t want to pick anything straight out of the book/CD that they show you. It turned out perfectly though and I loved how it went with our theme.
Kris and I took dance lessons, so it was great to finally show off our moves. I’ve done ballet for years, so it was interesting to see Kris trying to learn choreography for the first time.

The parasols really made some cool shots. I’m so glad I decided to add them.
It’s funny because you’re right about Randy picking up our love. We’re not usually so sappy, so it’s nice to see the pictures capture our true feelings that we don’t typically show.

Definitely stay tuned for more. I’m hoping to finish the wedding day at least before we leave for Hawaii.

Vanessa,
I tried to PM you today, but it said that your box was all full! Thanks! Meghan
I cleared some out, I was overloaded with messages. It should work now :)

I just read the whole thread today! It sounds amazing! You are a beautiful bride and it looks like everyone was having fun! I would love to see the rest of the pictures!! I hope to renew our vows in 2009 for our 5th anniversary.
I sent you a PM, let me know if you have any trouble with the link.

Love them. Thanks for including me. Did you have a snowglobe for every table? I have to go read your PJ now :) to get all the details.
Yes, we did end up with 12 snowglobes. 8 went on the guest tables, 2 for the head table, and 2 on the table with the gifts, display, and guestbook.

Vanessa loved the pics! Espically loved the figment pic from the DP. My question is was that from Disney or did you find it somewhere? if so where did you find it?
We actually paid for the Figment centerpieces through Disney Floral. They weren’t very expensive, if you’re interested in the price let me know and I can send you the information. We also had cocktail napkins printed with foil imprints of his face that we used that night too. I am going to have to take a picture of them to share when I get to the dessert party.

My mouth is still wide open with my jaw on the computer desk. Your pictures were absolutely stunning. I'm so jealous and really, really, really, really, really...you get the point...wish that Randy hadn't been booked on my wedding day. I'm so bummed now:sad2: I'm so happy for you though! Wow! Wow! Wow! The pictures were all amazing, but the few that popped out at me were the one where you are holding the living seas ball in your hand, the ones in the Japanese garden, all of the ones that were reflections in the glasses and mirrors and limo window, the fireworks pics, oh and my absolute favorite is the one of you looking over your shoulder with those piercing blue eyes. There are many more too, like all the ones of all the little details you worked so long and hard of, that I love. To many to name them all. Thank you for sharing them with us...you made my night:hug:
Anna Marie
Thank you, Anna Marie, I’m glad you enjoyed the pictures! Randy just received another award for his work and it is definitely well deserved. I’m sure your pictures are just as beautiful, I look forward to seeing your report soon :goodvibes I was really glad that he was able to get pictures of all the little things too, we because those are the little things that are sometimes forgotten.

Vanessa, I have been following along on your PJ and TR. I love all of your ideas, you are so creative!! I have been getting alot of ideas for my own DFTW in June of 2009!! I only wish I could be as organized as you. I am kind of new to this site, so I am still trying to figure everything out. I was wondering if you could send me the rest of your wedding pics, since I am kind of hanging on the edge of my seat.. Also, could you send me the info on the scavenger hunt and hidden mickeys that you included in your welcome bags? Thanks!!
Just sent you a PM to get your email address about sending over the documents :)

Wow what a wonderful wedding weekend you had! I would love to see the pics that Randy took if you could PM me the link. You looked fabulous in your gown and your tiara is to die for.

I love that game over shirt you got for your DH. My DF is a HUGE video game fan and always crying the blues that now his life is over since he is getting married. (joking of course...well he better be!) that is the perfect shirt for him...lol :laughing:
I hope you enjoy the pictures The shirt is so fitting for so many of the guys! :lmao:
I’m glad you liked my gown, it took me forever to find one; we went to 15 stores and I tried on almost 200 gowns :bride:

My first post! I was introduced to Disboards by my fiancée about 3 months ago and finally have created a username! I love everyone's stories but esp. yours Figmentfan814! You have the most creative ideas! I have followed your PJ and now your TR... If I promise I'm not your stalker can I also view your fairytale wedding photos? (I'm interested in having a wedding at the Living Seas and would love to see what it looked like on your special day) I completely understand if you don't feel like sharing with the world... but would love to see how it all came together!
I’m honored to receive your first post :welcome: If you want any more pictures of the Living Seas let me know, I have several from our planning session.

[Flurbee]

Hello there again, Vanessa...I recieved your PM and for some reason it won't let me pm you back....:confused: Do you have to post a certain amount of times before you can PM?? (Clueless) Anyhoo, I got your link for your pics, but it isn't working....:badpc: Could you maybe send it to me again? Thanks..:) As soon as I figure out why I can't PM, I will send you my email so you can send me the other info....:goodvibes

[DigitalLove]

Vanessa... Your photos are fantastic!! You both look SO happy and Randy has captured your day SO well! I've overdosed on caffiene whilst i've been sat here for a couple of hours looking at them! :goodvibes

OK... Oahu... I'd recommend hiring a car for sure! I'm so glad I hired one on our first visit... It made travelling around the Island so much fun and we got to see some of the less crowded beaches!

Hanauma Bay is WELL worth a visit, but get there early because it fills up quick. Great for snorkelling and is generally just a really pretty place.

Lanikai Beach is STUNNING!! The type of place that makes you think you are in paradise! There is actually nothing to do here other than relax!! We took a picnic and and our IPOD and speakers, and spent the afternoon chatting, singing and eating... Its one of my most favourite memories of Hawaii

Swap Meet at Aloha Stadium... We went on a Sunday and its basically a HUGE open air market selling your usual tourist tat, but also lots of stalls selling handmade crafts etc. It opens really early and is just across the street from...

Pearl Harbour. You can't go to Oahu and not visit here! Its incredibly moving and I was reduced to tears a fair few times! You could perhaps go to the Swap meet early morning, then head over here?! We purchased the 'all areas' pass which was well worth the money

Island Helicopter tour. An hours tour above the Island which we all really enjoyed... Some really great photo opportunities and some stunning lush scenery

OK... I could go on for pages!! Whereabouts are you staying when you're there?!

[irisbud]

Love the pictures! They were great! Makes me wish we had bboked Randy! You really should consider being a wedding planner. Your details were amazing.

[DisneyLaura]

Vanessa - I am currently reading your PJ, I know I'm doing it backwards but I'm almost done. I should be doing:laundy: but I have to DIS. Anyway I noticed that you sent an invite to Mickey and Minnie and the President. I wanted to add that for those of you that have babies you can also send a birth annoucement and they will send a note to you. I did it. I wonder if you send an annoucement to M&M will they respond to that?

[Flurbee]

Glad the first part of the day went well! I loved the "Game Over" shirt! It was cute lol.

As for the garter, I didn't know they made it with school names on it. Interesting touch :)

I can't wait to read more :)
Hello there....I just got your PM and tried to write back to you on email, but it said that wasn't a valid email address...maybe you mistyped it in the PM?? Anyways, send it to me again, and I can try and resend you my message...:)

[Flurbee]

Vanessa,

I tried to PM you and it said that your box is full...just to let you know....I can finally PM now!!! woohoo!!!:banana:

[Lisella]

Vanessa, your pictures are absolutely gorgeous! Thank you so much for sharing.

Looking forward to the rest of your TR popcorn::

[5/4Disney]

Thanks Vanessa,
I'll let you know what we decide. I would really love to capture our family at our favorite hang out while the kids are still young. They, like us, eat, dream and think Disney. Wouldn't that be cool to have a huge family photo at Disney up on the mantel?
Julie

[Goldeelox9]

Vanessa....Your pictures are so wonderful! You were the prettiest bride!

[figmentfan0724]

vanessa i also tried to pm you and your inbox is full :(

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa,

I tried to PM you and it said that your box is full...just to let you know....I can finally PM now!!! woohoo!!!:banana:


Sorry about that, it's open again. I have been getting a lot of messages with the pictures :goodvibes

[figmentfan814]

Thanks Vanessa,
I'll let you know what we decide. I would really love to capture our family at our favorite hang out while the kids are still young. They, like us, eat, dream and think Disney. Wouldn't that be cool to have a huge family photo at Disney up on the mantel?
Julie

I definitely agree. We got a group shot at the wedding and I can't wait to get an enlargement made to hang up :)

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa - I am currently reading your PJ, I know I'm doing it backwards but I'm almost done. I should be doing:laundy: but I have to DIS. Anyway I noticed that you sent an invite to Mickey and Minnie and the President. I wanted to add that for those of you that have babies you can also send a birth annoucement and they will send a note to you. I did it. I wonder if you send an annoucement to M&M will they respond to that?

That is so neat, I didn't realize that you could send birth announcements too :)

[figmentfan814]

vanessa i also tried to pm you and your inbox is full :(

I had a lot of messages from sending out the links. I cleared some out, so you should be able to send one now.

[figmentfan814]

Love the pictures! They were great! Makes me wish we had bboked Randy! You really should consider being a wedding planner. Your details were amazing.


Thank you :cool1: :cheer2:

Who do you end up with for your photographer? I don't remember if I knew or not.

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa....Your pictures are so wonderful! You were the prettiest bride!

That's so sweet, thank you :grouphug:

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa... Your photos are fantastic!! You both look SO happy and Randy has captured your day SO well! I've overdosed on caffiene whilst i've been sat here for a couple of hours looking at them! :goodvibes

OK... Oahu... I'd recommend hiring a car for sure! I'm so glad I hired one on our first visit... It made travelling around the Island so much fun and we got to see some of the less crowded beaches!

Hanauma Bay is WELL worth a visit, but get there early because it fills up quick. Great for snorkelling and is generally just a really pretty place.

Lanikai Beach is STUNNING!! The type of place that makes you think you are in paradise! There is actually nothing to do here other than relax!! We took a picnic and and our IPOD and speakers, and spent the afternoon chatting, singing and eating... Its one of my most favourite memories of Hawaii

Swap Meet at Aloha Stadium... We went on a Sunday and its basically a HUGE open air market selling your usual tourist tat, but also lots of stalls selling handmade crafts etc. It opens really early and is just across the street from...

Pearl Harbour. You can't go to Oahu and not visit here! Its incredibly moving and I was reduced to tears a fair few times! You could perhaps go to the Swap meet early morning, then head over here?! We purchased the 'all areas' pass which was well worth the money

Island Helicopter tour. An hours tour above the Island which we all really enjoyed... Some really great photo opportunities and some stunning lush scenery

OK... I could go on for pages!! Whereabouts are you staying when you're there?!

I'm glad you mentioned the swap meet, I read about it and was curious to know if it was worth going or not. I thought it would be perfect to go there the day that we go to Pearl Harbor. I am so excited to visit Pearl Harbor, I love visiting historical sites in person to really get a feel for the true history.

Thank you for the tip about Lanikai Beach what part of the island is it on?

[DigitalLove]

Lanikai Beach is on the East Coast... about a 30 minute drive or so from Waikiki and picture postcard perfect!! :love:

[irisbud]

Thank you :cool1: :cheer2:

Who do you end up with for your photographer? I don't remember if I knew or not.

We are just using Disney. FH likes that it's included and dosen't want to pay extra :sad2:

Have a GREAT time on your trip to Hawaii!

[Pam]

Vanessa,
Finally finished viewing all of your photos on Randy's site!

Wow! They are fantastic! You had such fabulous locations! :thumbsup2

[KatyonCapeCod31409]

Hello, I just saw your post, and just wanted to ask you a question.....My very first post was 2 before yours, and I just wanted to know if you could PM anyone yet? I can't seem to get mine to work, just wondered if there was some secret I should know about....:) Thanks..

Sorry I havent replied til today... Glad you figured it out though! Im assuming you have to have a certain amount of posts becuase I can't send any yet either! We will learn this whole thing together lol!

[KatyonCapeCod31409]

Figmentfan814 Thank you for sharing your pictures with me! You were so beautiful!!! And wonderful job planning; it really all came together perfectly!

[Pamlur]

When you get a chance, I'd love to see your pictures.

[figmentfan0724]

have a great time in hawaii

[disneychickforever]

I'm just curious, are we going to get to hear about the rest of the trip? I understand if not, no one likes "stalkerish" people. Just wondering :) :goodvibes:

[Flurbee]

Sorry I havent replied til today... Glad you figured it out though! Im assuming you have to have a certain amount of posts becuase I can't send any yet either! We will learn this whole thing together lol!
Hey, good to hear from you...Yeah, after doing some looking around, I finally found out that you have to post 10 times to be able to PM and put a link in your posts.....Who knew? I just thought something was wrong with my registration or something....It's all new to me, anyways.....:) Vanessa sent me the link to her pics, but I can't get it to work....:( I am really looking forward to seeing the pics soon!!!

[Flurbee]

Vanessa....Just finally got to see your pictures!!! They are absolutely amazing!!! You are truly a beautiful bride as many have said....:) I am so happy that it looks like everything turned out so perfect on your wedding day. I do have some questions to ask you. Just curious: what did you carry in your little white purse? Did the ring that you wore on your pinky have some special significance? Where, oh where did you get your mickey and minnie cake topper? That is SOOO cute...What was in the little bags that were on the front seats during the ceremony? Where did you get the mickey head bubbles? Where did you get your champagne flutes for the reception, they were also really cute!! :lovestruc Also, I was just wondering when you had all of your pics taken? For example, the GF ones, was that the day after the wedding? Also the MK shots, were those taken after the wedding? I wouldn't think you would want Kris to see your dress before. Just full of questions tonight...I have been glued to this computer looking at your pictures for a long time!!:surfweb: I guess that is all I have for now....Thanks for sharing with me...:goodvibes

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa....Just finally got to see your pictures!!! They are absolutely amazing!!! You are truly a beautiful bride as many have said....:) I am so happy that it looks like everything turned out so perfect on your wedding day. I do have some questions to ask you. Just curious: what did you carry in your little white purse? Did the ring that you wore on your pinky have some special significance? Where, oh where did you get your mickey and minnie cake topper? That is SOOO cute...What was in the little bags that were on the front seats during the ceremony? Where did you get the mickey head bubbles? Where did you get your champagne flutes for the reception, they were also really cute!! :lovestruc Also, I was just wondering when you had all of your pics taken? For example, the GF ones, was that the day after the wedding? Also the MK shots, were those taken after the wedding? I wouldn't think you would want Kris to see your dress before. Just full of questions tonight...I have been glued to this computer looking at your pictures for a long time!!:surfweb: I guess that is all I have for now....Thanks for sharing with me...:goodvibes

Thank you for taking time to really look at the pictures, I'm amazed at the detail that you were able to remember. In my purse I carried my cell phone :goodvibes (I only answered for Marion because used it to keep in touch with us all day) and I think I had lipstick in there too. Not very much, my bridesmaids carried an emergency kit that had most anything else that I might have needed. I bought the purse through Disney floral.

The ring on my pinkie was actually my grandmother's wedding band. Both of my mom's parents have passed away, so I wanted to have a little something of them with me that day.

The Mickey bubbles are actually from Walmart. If you search Mickey bubbles online there are some party supply places that sell them too. I was told by Disney Floral that they were trying to get the license to sell them too. We added the names to them using a Sharpie paint pen.

The flutes we bought at the Arribas Brothers shop at Downtown Disney http://www.arribas.com/ They have some things that you can buy online too.

All of the morning pictures were taken at the World Showcase; a definite perk of an in-park wedding! :banana: The ones on the beach were between the Grand Floridian and the wedding pavilion. We took these after the reception. We still had our chartered bus for another hour, so we arranged to take the bridal party over there.

The Magic Kingdom shoot was two days later. Kris and I didn't want to get up early again right after the wedding, so we scheduled them for an extra day later. We definitely didn't want to see each other that morning, plus the guys already had to leave by 7 a.m. for their pictures. Since we were in Epcot our ceremony was at 9 a.m. and since our MK shoot was from 6-9 a.m. there wouldn't have been time.

[figmentfan814]

We are just using Disney. FH likes that it's included and dosen't want to pay extra :sad2:

Have a GREAT time on your trip to Hawaii!

Thank you so much!

It is nice to be able to have Disney do everything, one less thing to have to coordinate. I would recommend requesting Paul; he did a fantastic job for our MK shoot!

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa,
Finally finished viewing all of your photos on Randy's site!

Wow! They are fantastic! You had such fabulous locations! :thumbsup2

It was definitely nice having an in-park wedding. Epcot is an amazing backdrop anyway!

[lov2b@disney]

Vanessa- Noticed on your ticker you leave tomorrow for HAWAII! Have a great trip!:dance3:

[figmentfan814]

Figmentfan814 Thank you for sharing your pictures with me! You were so beautiful!!! And wonderful job planning; it really all came together perfectly!
I’m so glad that you enjoyed them!

When you get a chance, I'd love to see your pictures.
I just sent you a PM!

have a great time in hawaii
Thank you! I can’t wait to have some time to relax.

I'm just curious, are we going to get to hear about the rest of the trip? I understand if not, no one likes "stalkerish" people. Just wondering :) :goodvibes:
I definitely plan to finish my report. This weekend has been crazy getting ready for Hawaii and Kris just officially moved back on Saturday. I am hoping to post some tonight, but I don’t know for sure. One thing I did get accomplished for my posts, was to get everything uploaded to Photobucket, which took a lot of time :surfweb:

[keenercam]

Vanessa -- In case you don't get a chance to get back here, I wanted to wish you and Kris a fabulous trip to Hawaii. I am sure it has been crazy getting him moved back and situated. I am so glad you will have some time away alone together. :lovestruc Can't wait to hear all about it when you get back! :hug:

[WeLuvDiznee]

Vanessa, I hope you have a wonderful time on your honeymoon! I can't wait to read more. have a great trip!

[Pamlur]

Your pictures are incredible; I love the parasols!

Thank you so much for sharing.

[Flurbee]

Vanessa,

Have fun in Hawaii!!!! :dance3: Thanks for answering all my questions on my last post....I thought that maybe the ring you wore on your pinky was maybe a relative's or someone special....Just curious, where did you get your mickey and minnie cake topper?? There was one picture that Randy took of the chairs where you had the ceremony, and there was a little silver bag on each chair...I just wondered if that was a special gift to someone, I believe it was the first row....Again, just curious.....I will stop babbling now...We will be here when you get back, anxiously awaiting more....:upsidedow

[dizneyfreak]

Vanessa, I can't believe it's time already! :cool1: Tell Kris that I wish you two the best honeymoon ever and don't forget to take lots of pics so you can share with us when you get back! I'm so excited for you! :woohoo: Have a fun, relaxing, and memorable time! I'll miss ya!:hug:
Anna Marie

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa -- In case you don't get a chance to get back here, I wanted to wish you and Kris a fabulous trip to Hawaii. I am sure it has been crazy getting him moved back and situated. I am so glad you will have some time away alone together. :lovestruc Can't wait to hear all about it when you get back! :hug:
Thank you so much for your well wishes Cam, I am really excited to have some time to relax. I’ll make sure to post some pictures with the rest of my report :thanks:

Vanessa, I hope you have a wonderful time on your honeymoon! I can't wait to read more. have a great trip!
Thank you! I can’t wait to write the rest of my report either. It’s probably a good thing I’m not taking my laptop :surfweb:

Your pictures are incredible; I love the parasols!
Thank you so much for sharing.
I’m glad you enjoyed them. I was so excited that I was able to get the parasols to match so perfectly!

Vanessa,
Have fun in Hawaii!!!! :dance3: Thanks for answering all my questions on my last post....I thought that maybe the ring you wore on your pinky was maybe a relative's or someone special....Just curious, where did you get your mickey and minnie cake topper?? There was one picture that Randy took of the chairs where you had the ceremony, and there was a little silver bag on each chair...I just wondered if that was a special gift to someone, I believe it was the first row....Again, just curious.....I will stop babbling now...We will be here when you get back, anxiously awaiting more....:upsidedow
We actually bought the topper marked way down through Disney shopping. I actually had the precious moments one to use and that one was just for keeps . However, once I got the castle the Mickey matched perfectly. The silver bags had hankies for our parents and my grandma. They were embroidered and had a little card in there with a short poem.
I look forward to finishing up after our trip too :woohoo:

Vanessa, I can't believe it's time already! :cool1: Tell Kris that I wish you two the best honeymoon ever and don't forget to take lots of pics so you can share with us when you get back! I'm so excited for you! :woohoo: Have a fun, relaxing, and memorable time! I'll miss ya!:hug:
Anna Marie
Thank you so much Anna Marie, I’ll miss all of you too! I’m looking forward to trying out some of your suggestions. I hope to be able to read some of your report by the time we get back ;)

[pink_tink8i8]

Happy Honeymoon!!!!!

[DisneyLaura]

Vanessa and Kris have fun in Hawaii. When you get back I'll post a picture of me and my DH from Hawaii when we went. I hope you enjoy Pearl Harbor, we didn't get to go and DH got sick when we were there and our Pearl Harbor tour was the day he was in bed. I like history stuff too. Have fun and "see" you when you get back.

Laura

[snow_white725]

I actually got the image from the Design board and we ironed it on to a plain shirt. My mom and dad did the iron on the night before in our hotel room because we all ran out of time back home :rotfl: If you want the image I can email it to you.

You have talked about the Design board several times...I was just wondering where that was? Thanks! :goodvibes

[iluv2go2disney]

You have talked about the Design board several times...I was just wondering where that was? Thanks! :goodvibes
It's down toward the very bottom of the main page. It's called Creative DISigns. :)

[Malefi_Stitch]

Vanessa, I haven't been on her in a bit (shame on me) but I wanted to let you know that your pictures are gorgeous and I definitely want to look into having Randy for our photos too. Fabulous! Plus, the way you had your hair done with your tiara and the veil at the bottom is the SAME exact way I want mine done! Great minds! I wish you a very relaxing and wonderful honeymoon and I can't wait to hear more! ENJOY!!

[Mama of Indybride]

How exciting for you to finally be on your wonderful honeymoon!!! :cool1:

I lived right outside Pearl Harbor, my condo overlooked the memorial.

I hope you find some of the special spots that are outside of the tourist areas that make Hawaii such a special place to be..

[keenercam]

Thinking of you, Vanessa, on this chilly rainy morning and hoping you and Kris are basking in beautiful sunshine, relaxing together and making lots of memories! :sunny: :lovestruc

[figmentfan814]

We just got back on Friday and I spent the weekend trying to get readjusted to the 6 hour time difference again I should forewarn everyone that my laptop is still being repaired :badpc: (I sent it our before we left for Hawaii) so I have to sneak time on the computer from my DH who is always glued to his laptop. I’m suppose to get it back some time this week, so I can hopefully finish the wedding day for my TR this weekend. After I finish up the wedding stuff I will do a short report on Hawaii.

Happy Honeymoon!!!!!
Thank you! We had a wonderful time :goodvibes

Vanessa and Kris have fun in Hawaii. When you get back I'll post a picture of me and my DH from Hawaii when we went. I hope you enjoy Pearl Harbor, we didn't get to go and DH got sick when we were there and our Pearl Harbor tour was the day he was in bed. I like history stuff too. Have fun and "see" you when you get back.
Laura
Laura, I would love to see a picture of you and your DH in Hawaii! Pearl Harbor was so interesting, both of our grandfathers fought in WWII so that made it more touching. I highly recommend the audio tour for anyone that might be visiting there. It’s free to visit the memorial, but it’s worth springing the $5 for the audio tour. They even had some of the soldiers that were there that day on it.

You have talked about the Design board several times...I was just wondering where that was? Thanks! :goodvibes
It looks like Wendy was able to answer your question, but let me know if you want any designs sent to you. I have the Disney bride and a few other ones saved on my computer :bride:

Vanessa, I haven't been on her in a bit (shame on me) but I wanted to let you know that your pictures are gorgeous and I definitely want to look into having Randy for our photos too. Fabulous! Plus, the way you had your hair done with your tiara and the veil at the bottom is the SAME exact way I want mine done! Great minds! I wish you a very relaxing and wonderful honeymoon and I can't wait to hear more! ENJOY!!
I highly recommend Randy, I can’t remember if I mentioned this before but he was just recognized by the Knot for the second year in a row for his work. He is so easy to work with and his work is phenomenal. Plus, his prices are great for a budget.

Have you decided who you’re using for your hair and makeup? Anna from Makeover Majic was so great, she is really easy going and will do anything you want.

How exciting for you to finally be on your wonderful honeymoon!!! :cool1:

I lived right outside Pearl Harbor, my condo overlooked the memorial.

I hope you find some of the special spots that are outside of the tourist areas that make Hawaii such a special place to be..
We had a rental car for several days on Oahu and the entire time on Maui :drive: We took some time to go up to the North Shore which was so much more relaxed and laid back compared to Waikiki. I’m glad we had that chance. We also stopped at the Dole Pineapple Plantation for a Dole Whip :drinking1 On Maui we got visit several parks that most of the regular tourists don’t have time to do, so that was nice too!

How long did you live in Hawaii? I was amazed talking to locals how expensive it is to live there. I noticed the price difference in everything we bought plus when we were on Maui gas was $4.20 per gallon :scared1: It must have been an amazing experience though regardless of the costs :beach:

Thinking of you, Vanessa, on this chilly rainy morning and hoping you and Kris are basking in beautiful sunshine, relaxing together and making lots of memories! :sunny: :lovestruc
Thank you for thinking of us, Cam :thanks: It was indescribable!
I am glad that we had some time after the wedding before we left so we were really able to enjoy ourselves :love2:

[Malefi_Stitch]

Thanks, Vanessa! I haven't looked into hair and make-up places/people yet but I'll certainly put her at the top of my list! Glad to see you made it back OK (although you computer is still on the mend).

Welcome back!!!

[figmentfan814]

Thanks, Vanessa! I haven't looked into hair and make-up places/people yet but I'll certainly put her at the top of my list! Glad to see you made it back OK (although you computer is still on the mend).

Welcome back!!!

Here's the link to her site if you want it. I did a trial when we went down for our planning session which was a great help. Plus, we got some engagement pictures done that day too, so I got some use out of the trial!
http://makeovermajic.com/index.html

[lpizzuro123]

Sounds like your honeymoon was just perfect. Can't wait to read your updated reports and see your pictures.

Linda

[Flurbee]

Vanessa,

Welcome back!!! Glad to hear you had a great time on your honeymoon!!!:lovestruc I know you had mentioned that you had some designs on your computer, I was wondering which ones you had, and if you could send some to me. I would appreciate it, whenever you get a chance. Hope your computer gets fixed soon...I know what if feels like to be without one, even if it's not for that long. :scared1: Can't wait to hear more!! :)

[DisneyLaura]

Vanessa - Here are some photos from our honeymoon in Hawaii. I don't know what happened when I scanned them but there is a big space in between pictures. I tried to fix them in photobucket but couldn't sorry.

this is one when we were in Maui, there was a path to walk along the beach from each hotel.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v713/cm22nm/HawaiiOct1996.jpg


This vase was in our hotel lobby in Oahu. I thought it was beautiful so I told DH to stand next to it so you can see how big it was.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v713/cm22nm/Hawaii10-96.jpg

This was our hotel in Oahu
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v713/cm22nm/Hawaii1996.jpg

[Malefi_Stitch]

Here's the link to her site if you want it. I did a trial when we went down for our planning session which was a great help. Plus, we got some engagement pictures done that day too, so I got some use out of the trial!
http://makeovermajic.com/index.html

Look at you! Always full of such great ideas!! :worship: I'll definitely check out her website. Thanks!! :yay:

[camara381]

sounds like you had a really good time, love the pictures - can't wait to read more :)

DisneyLaura the hotel looks spectacular.

[DisneyLaura]

sounds like you had a really good time, love the pictures - the hotel looks spectacular.

can't wait to read more :)

Those pictures were from my honeymoon almost 12 years ago. Just sharing with Vanessa.;)

[lov2b@disney]

Vanessa, welcome back! Looking forward to hearing more! Glad you had a great honeymoon!

[alissa2008]

Hey Vanessa! Phew! Just finished up your TR (25 pages!! wow). I am SO in awe of you. First of all, let me say, you looked AMAZING. Secondly, as others have said, your organizational skills are impeccable! :worship:

Not to be a bother, but could you send me some of the word files you sent the other girls? Like, the scavenger hunt, hidden mickey pamphlet, disney bride graphic... etc. I'm so overwhelmed I don't even know where to start! I LOVED your idea of the welcome bags and folders...I will definitely be adopting that. Thank you so much for sharing your Fairy Tale...it was gorgeous! I'll be looking forward to some honeymoon pics, yes?

CONGRATS!!:cheer2: :woohoo:

[alissa2008]

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[dizneyfreak]

Vanessa,
I am so glad to see that you are back safe and sound and that you had a great time! I'm anxious to hear about your honeymoon and if you went to any of the places we talked about. And before you scold me, I know that I still haven't started my trip reports yet. I'm sorry. I'm a bit of a perfectionist and I'm tring to get organized first. I'll get it up sooner or later :goodvibes

Anna Marie

[figmentfan814]

Hey Vanessa! Phew! Just finished up your TR (25 pages!! wow). I am SO in awe of you. First of all, let me say, you looked AMAZING. Secondly, as others have said, your organizational skills are impeccable! :worship:

I'll be looking forward to some honeymoon pics, yes?

CONGRATS!!:cheer2: :woohoo:




Thank you so much, it felt overwhelming during the process; but everything came together perfectly. I will definitely be sharing some Hawaii pics after finishing up the wedding. I got my computer back yesterday :banana: they had to wipe my hard drive though, so I'm slowly loading all my programs and files back on :surfweb:

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa,
I am so glad to see that you are back safe and sound and that you had a great time! I'm anxious to hear about your honeymoon and if you went to any of the places we talked about. And before you scold me, I know that I still haven't started my trip reports yet. I'm sorry. I'm a bit of a perfectionist and I'm tring to get organized first. I'll get it up sooner or later :goodvibes

Anna Marie

I completely understand about being a perfectionist; I'm that way sometimes too. I wanted to get everything organized on Photobucket first too in order to make my postings easier to do :)

[figmentfan814]

Okay, here's a short update after some delay. My computer finally got back yesterday, but they ended up reinstalling my harddrive, so I have been reloading programs and files to get my computer up and running again.

Wedding morning continued~
The limo for the guys picked them up at POR at 7:00 a.m. :scared1: My MOH took a bunch of things over to their room including the CD player for a couple of songs during the ceremony and reception along with the glow necklaces for the dessert party shortly before they left. Meanwhile, we finished getting ready in the room; this was around the time I got in my dress.

Here are some pictures of the guys arriving at Epcot; I don't have any real details about their arrival except that there was a problem with the limos. Apparently one of the limo drivers hit something "backstage" by the AAR on the way out which created a big traffic jam there. The limos in turn were late to pick us up at POR around 7:40.

A good shot of Spaceship Earth and the AAR that morning:
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK12973-3-08.jpg
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK04393-3-08.jpg

The limo pulling up from backstage:
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK12983-3-08.jpg
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK04403-3-08.jpg
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK04453-3-08.jpg
Notice the groomsmen carrying everything that we sent over with them ;)
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK13033-3-08.jpg

Kris and his best man checking out their boutonneires in the mirror:
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK04583-3-08.jpg
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK04653-3-08.jpg

Shots in Italy:
I love the boat in this one-
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK13433-3-08.jpg
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK13873-3-08.jpg
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK13813-3-08.jpg
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK13933-3-08.jpg

I will post some more pictures of the guys pre-ceremony tomorrow.

During this time, Marion had arrived at the rotunda and called me because they could not find the sand ceremony set. After I gave her a detailed description she sent someone back to Disney Floral who found it in the boxes that we had sent them the week before. This was the second time I spoke to Marion that morning and it was only 7:30 a.m.

Another side track with the limos was that our friend who was singing at the ceremony was supposed to ride with the guys in the limo so he could meet the pianist to practice. Well, he thought he could drive his own car over there and took off. Since it was backstage he would not have been allowed through security (in-park weddings require chartered transportation like the buses and limos that we had for everyone). We had to have his wife (my matron of honor) track him down by phone to make sure he got back to the resort in time to ride with us.

[DisneyLaura]

Vanessa - thanks for the update. I absolulely love that picture of SpaceEarth. I could look at that attraction for ever.

[pink_tink8i8]

Here's the link to her site if you want it. I did a trial when we went down for our planning session which was a great help. Plus, we got some engagement pictures done that day too, so I got some use out of the trial!
http://makeovermajic.com/index.html

She put your picture in her gallery. That's so cute!!!!!

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa - thanks for the update. I absolulely love that picture of SpaceEarth. I could look at that attraction for ever.

Spaceship Earth is such a cool backdrop. We have some pictures at the Living Seas with it in the background, so stay tuned :goodvibes

[DisneyLaura]

Spaceship Earth is such a cool backdrop. We have some pictures at the Living Seas with it in the background, so stay tuned :goodvibes

:banana:

[figmentfan814]

She put your picture in her gallery. That's so cute!!!!!

That's so cool! :cool1:

[29apr00]

Can't wait to hear more!!

[figmentfan814]

Here are some more pictures of the guys.

I love some of these shots with them walking, it reminds me of the secret service or Men in Black :rotfl:
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK14123-3-08.jpg
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK15033-3-08.jpg

Here are some good pictures of Kris and his mom:
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK13103-3-08.jpg
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK14723-3-08.jpg
A cute shot of his mom taking pictures:
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK14903-3-08.jpg

My DH :groom:
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK13313-3-08.jpg
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK14183-3-08.jpg
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK05113-3-08.jpg

More pictures in Italy:
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK05353-3-08-1.jpg
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK13363-3-08.jpg
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK14243-3-08.jpg
The best man (there are shots with each of the guys, but I thought I would post more of me and the girls ;)
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK13533-3-08.jpg
Another shot with Spaceship Earth :)
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK14583-3-08.jpg

Germany (when we got there to take our shots we didn't make it as far as Germany; Kris and I got some shots here after the wedding though):
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK05573-3-08-1.jpg

The University of Michigan cufflinks- Go Blue!
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK05683-3-08.jpg

Contemplating the ceremony ;)
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK05433-3-08.jpg
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK05763-3-08.jpg

[figmentfan0724]

gorgeous pics....just bummed i won't be able to see the rest of your trip report til we get back from wdw, but will be reading updates until we leave on thurs

[keenercam]

Vanessa -- Those pix are awesome! So glad you got so many nice ones of Kris & the guys together, and the ones of him and his Mom are so sweet! :hug: Can't wait to see more!

[camara381]

Vanessa loving your TR. the pics are great I especailly love the MIB - they look so cool
:cool1:

[29apr00]

Great pics with all those guys!! Seems like the guys never get good pics, because they don't want to smile, but you got some really good ones! :thumbsup2 can't wait to see more!

[DisneyBrideToni]

I love these pics!!! My favorite is the shot of your DH in the sunglasses. That is awesome. I can't wait to see more!!!! :banana:

[starrzone]

http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Guy%20Pictures/VK13813-3-08.jpg


This is my favoite picture out of all the ones in this post! I think it's because it says to me "Hey, the focus is on me today because it's my wedding, but these guys are behind me to support me and join in on my special day" (ok, that came out really corny, but it's hard to put into words!). I love you and your husband's story, and I hope I can have a fairy tale romance and wedding some day too :lovestruc

[pink_tink8i8]

Those are great pictures!! I love how you dubbed them the secret service/men in black :rotfl:

[disneychickforever]

yay for updates!

The men look so spiffy! It's awesome lol.

Now it's your turn *dun dun dun*

Sorry really hyper today lol. Can't wait to read more :)

[figmentfan814]

gorgeous pics....just bummed i won't be able to see the rest of your trip report til we get back from wdw, but will be reading updates until we leave on thurs

I'm so jealous, how many days will you be down there. The flower and garden festival at Epcot is the best. Hopefully, I will have all the wedding done by the time you're back :goodvibes

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa -- Those pix are awesome! So glad you got so many nice ones of Kris & the guys together, and the ones of him and his Mom are so sweet! :hug: Can't wait to see more!

I was glad that Randy got some great shots of the two of them together. It was especially nice that he had that time with his mom since his dad couldn't be there.

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa loving your TR. the pics are great I especailly love the MIB - they look so cool
:cool1:

I guess Randy was really going for that look and it paid off!

Great pics with all those guys!! Seems like the guys never get good pics, because they don't want to smile, but you got some really good ones! :thumbsup2 can't wait to see more!

I was impressed too because you're right most of the time the shots of the guy aren't that good.

[figmentfan814]

This is my favoite picture out of all the ones in this post! I think it's because it says to me "Hey, the focus is on me today because it's my wedding, but these guys are behind me to support me and join in on my special day" (ok, that came out really corny, but it's hard to put into words!). I love you and your husband's story, and I hope I can have a fairy tale romance and wedding some day too :lovestruc

:hug: That is so sweet and not corny at all. I've been working on our scrapbook and that sounds like good inspiration for page.

Thank you, I'm sure you won't have to wait long for your fairytale princess: After all Kris and I knew each other for 8 years before we got married, so you never know where you will end up.

[figmentfan814]

Those are great pictures!! I love how you dubbed them the secret service/men in black :rotfl:
:lmao: That was my first thought when I saw them.

yay for updates!

The men look so spiffy! It's awesome lol.

Now it's your turn *dun dun dun*

Sorry really hyper today lol. Can't wait to read more :)
I'm glad you're enjoying the updates; I hope to have the bridesmaid shots up soon.

[figmentfan0724]

we leave thurs morning and coming back late monday night. really looking forward to the flower and garden festival!

[lov2b@disney]

Vanessa! Great pictures! Looking forward to more!

[OceanGdss]

Wonderful pics!! I've loved your TR so far...keep it coming!! :)

[dizneyfreak]

Vanessa,
I'm so excited that you have your computer back and are posting again!:banana: I can't wait to hear more...keep it coming ;)
Anna Marie

[figmentfan814]

Wonderful pics!! I've loved your TR so far...keep it coming!! :)

Vanessa! Great pictures! Looking forward to more!

As requested... ;)

Once we were all dressed I had one more phone call to make before we went to wait for the limo. I had to call the pastor to see if he was riding on the bus with the guests or if he was driving his own car. Since they would be able to leave the reception a little early (our first bus would leave the LSS at 1:15 pm) they decided to ride on the bus. They had to be back in Jacksonville for something with their son that evening. I was glad this worked out because I would have had to get Marion on the phone to give him directions to backstage at Epcot!

We went outside to wait for the limos and we didn't see anything. Someone had to run up to the lobby area to check to see if it accidentally went there, but thankfully Marion called to tell us about the little situation with the limos backstage at Epcot. From what I found out later one of the drivers hit some trash cans that went into the service road behind the countries. I never got any real details, but this put us about 10 minutes behind which was valuable picture time!

Waiting in front of our room for the limo:
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/100_0582.jpg
There's another picture that I forgot to load into Photobucket that looks on the other side of the porch with my parents, the hostesses and their moms along with my flowergirl and bridal attendant. We were quite a site with us all standing on the porch.

Around this time my MOH's parents walked by on their way back to their room. They had ran to the lobby to buy the newspapers I requested. Coming from a media background I always collect headlines from important dates. I had set a reminder in my phone to get a paper from our wedding day over 6 months earlier. I was so thankful that they had agreed to pick it up for me. It might have been funny to see a bride in the lobby shop buying a paper :bride:

The limo finally arrived and pulled up in front of our building. I was riding in one with my bridesmaids, flowergirl, and her mom
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/100_3266-1.jpg
There is a picture of the bridesmaids sitting together (that I took, but alas in the 2,000 plus I had to sort through I forgot to upload it). This is a neat shot that my matron of honor took when she asked to use my camera I was curious what she was shooting and it was their reflection in the mirror above the bar.
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Getting%20Ready/WeddingMarch32008WaltDisneyWorld297.jpg
Here is Amanda holding up my dress over her :)
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Getting%20Ready/WeddingMarch32008WaltDisneyWorld300.jpg

My parents, bridal attendant, the singer, and the two hostesses along with their moms were in the second limo.
My parents and hostess Justine (a cousin)
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/100_3268-1.jpg
My other hostess Emily (her mom and my mom are like sisters)
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/100_3267-1.jpg
Do you think he was listening to our wedding song for practice ;)
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/100_3269-1.jpg

Once we were on our way I pulled out the video camera. I had been video clips all morning and the ride over to the ceremony would be no exception! I might have gotten some shots backstage :rolleyes1 Everyone was so excited on the ride over.

We noticed a water bottle sitting in one of the cupholders so we looked inside the bar and it was empty! I was dying for another diet coke. We later found out that the groomsmen had drank everything and with the limo fiasco backstage they had forgotten to refill the bar since they were running behind. Apparently the other limo was still fully stocked with pop and water :headache:

When we pulled up behind the AAR we only pulled to the side gate. I didn't think about it at the time, but as you can see in the guys pictures we should have pulled in front of the building on the World Showcase walkway. Apparently, Disney would have nothing of it after the driver had already had an accident that morning. The downside was that Randy and Stan were out front waiting for us, so we didn't get any of those cool shots.

I realized I am lacking in the amount of pictures that I uploaded for this time, so you will have to stay tuned :happytv: for more updates. It probably won't be until tomorrow night.

[lov2b@disney]

:surfweb: we'll be waiting!

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa,
I'm so excited that you have your computer back and are posting again!:banana: I can't wait to hear more...keep it coming ;)
Anna Marie

Sorry I missed your post; thanks, I'm ready to get through my report. I don't want to forget any little details.

:surfweb: we'll be waiting!

Maybe I'll be finished with everything before you leave for your wedding!

[dizneyfreak]

Vanessa,
That sucks about the soda and the limo. It's always those little things that make everything magical. You should have had front gate service for the day princess. And I'm sure if Kris is anything like my DH he was like...ha ha:laughing: ...I got to and you didn't. Na na na na boogers! To which I would reply you drank all the royal courts refreshments! And so on and so on....ok, so now I'm off my tangent. You help me to remember my wedding and I love it! More please:goodvibes
Anna Marie

[pink_tink8i8]

anxiously waiting!!!! I know I've said this a million times but I just love how the girls all had a different color dress. It just compliments everybody so well :) I love that picture of you in the limo. You look like you were just glowing :goodvibes

[keenercam]

awesome pics, Vanessa! I am loving the trip report. Sorry about the lack of diet coke in the limo! :sad1:

[OceanGdss]

yay for updates!! Can't wait for more! (though I'll be at my ps this week..but ill read as soon as im back!!)

I looked at all of the Randy pics today...they are so beautiful!! And I love the different color dresses...it complements everyone SO well. Beautiful...truly beautiful!

[IndyBride]

So happy to read some updates. I can't wait to see how the day unfolded.

[DisneyLaura]

Vanessa can I ask you what is a hostess?

[PrincessBride010103]

Vanessa can I ask you what is a hostess?

Yeah, I'm wondering the same thing...also...can anyone tell me the difference between an attendant and a bridesmaid? I know Jenna Bush had lots of attendants but only one BM so I'm confused.

[Flurbee]

Hello, I was just reading up on the TR and I noticed your message....I really have no idea what the difference is between an attendant and a BM. So, can't really help you there...but I noticed your pic and was wondering what color and type your flowers are in your bouquet? I can't tell if those are a really dark burgundy color or more of a brown color...I asked because my colors are chocolate and pink, and it just caught my eye....:)

[IndyBride]

Vanessa can I ask you what is a hostess?

I had to go back and see what you were referring to. I instantly thought of the hostess twinkies and cupcakes! :rotfl2:

[PrincessBride010103]

Hello, I was just reading up on the TR and I noticed your message....I really have no idea what the difference is between an attendant and a BM. So, can't really help you there...but I noticed your pic and was wondering what color and type your flowers are in your bouquet? I can't tell if those are a really dark burgundy color or more of a brown color...I asked because my colors are chocolate and pink, and it just caught my eye....:)

They are burgundy, but I can see how they sorta looked chocolate. :)

[FSUDisneyGirl]

I'm loving your trip report! I started reading it right when you started, but got busy and just cam on today and I'm so happy that you're back! :goodvibes

I'm excited to see all of your pictures from the wedding. I would love to have my wedding reception (I'm not even engaged yet...LOL!) in the AAR, so I'm super excited to see those pics.

Thanks for sharing! You are so organized and I love how you did so many unique things (lunch at FRESH, hay ride, etc.). Hope you have a great weekend...can't wait to read more! :goodvibes

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa can I ask you what is a hostess?

I know some people assing slightly different job duties, but for us the two hostesses were in charge of handing out the programs and bubbles at the ceremony. They also helped with some of the corsages. Then at the reception, they made sure that everyone signed the guestbook and helped handle the packing of the leftover cake and picking up our snowglobe centerpieces. They also helped carry all of our miscellaneous things like the parasols, etc. I know at my matron of honor's wedding she also had her hostesses serve appetizers at the reception and they walked the bridal party through the line carrying their plates for them. :goodvibes To be honest, I actually got the idea from attending weddings for my African American friends, I've never been to a wedding in my family where they had hostesses.

[figmentfan814]

Yeah, I'm wondering the same thing...also...can anyone tell me the difference between an attendant and a bridesmaid? I know Jenna Bush had lots of attendants but only one BM so I'm confused.

I used the term bridal attendant for my male cousin who stood up on my side during the wedding. I didn't think he wanted to be called a bridesmaid :rotfl: and he wasn't a groomsmen because I wanted him on my side. He even went with all of us girls that morning for pictures instead of with Kris and the groomsmen.

[mla1977]

I was a Hostess at a friend's wedding in law school. I did some of the duties that you described. She asked me to do that because she had already selected her bridal party before we met. I ended up having a great time though. I got to be a part of her day without all the additional stress of being a bridesmaid.

[figmentfan814]

I was a Hostess at a friend's wedding in law school. I did some of the duties that you described. She asked me to do that because she had already selected her bridal party before we met. I ended up having a great time though. I got to be a part of her day without all the additional stress of being a bridesmaid.

It was a great way for me to include my two cousins since they were a lot younger than my bridesmaids and we didn't really have the budget to add more to our bridal party.

[figmentfan814]

I'm going backwards a little bit, but here are some of the pictures that I didn't post before. This is the pin that my dad gave me that morning. I wore it on my garter.

http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Girl%20Pictures/100_0580.jpg
Trying not to cry
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Girl%20Pictures/100_0578.jpg

Since we don't have any cool shots of the girl's limo at the AAR here is a picture of it pulling up at POR.
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Girl%20Pictures/100_0584.jpg

Here is a picture that my mom shot when we were all piling out of the limo in the alley by the AAR.
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Girl%20Pictures/100_0590.jpg

I had actually totally forgot about the fact that our limo should've pulled all the way around. At least I didn't think about it, so I wasn't disappointed. Here is everyone as we're rounding the corner towards the front of the building. As we were coming around the corner I kept thinking how excited I was for everyone to see another Disney park. My bridesmaid, Patriece, works with international students and I thought she would love the World Showcase. Randy and Stan were both standing there waiting for us.
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Girl%20Pictures/VK15103-3-08.jpg
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Girl%20Pictures/VK15203-3-08.jpg

As I was walking I had my dress slightly pulled up and Randy noticed my shoes and he loved them
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Girl%20Pictures/VK15243-3-08.jpg

http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Girl%20Pictures/VK05953-3-08.jpg

When we got inside Marion and her assistant started handing out the flowers. Somehow my mom seemed to disappear. She's not in any of the pictures and she doesn't remember where she was at this point either. I'm assuming somewhere right in that area, maybe we'll see her on the video :)
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Girl%20Pictures/VK04303-3-08.jpg
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Girl%20Pictures/VK04363-3-08.jpg
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Girl%20Pictures/VK06133-3-08.jpg

I know some people have complaints about their floral, but I was so pleased :flower: Laura did an exceptional job with everything. The mix of spring flowers in my bouquets far exceeded my expectations.

I definitely give Disney Floral an A++!! :flower3:


The only small thing was here I am looking at my bouquet because the charms with the pictures of my grandparents were done wrong. I wanted them around the base, so they wouldn't show (just a personal touch for me) but they had been added running along the ribbon.
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Girl%20Pictures/VK06053-3-08.jpg

Here's how they had them lined up; I also had a brooch from my grandmother which was on the front and it was suppose to show in the shots. The band on my pinky finger was my grandma's wedding ring too.
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding/Girl%20Pictures/VK06243-3-08.jpg

When I mentioned to Marion that the frames were on wrong she put in a call to the florist. They were already over at the Living Seas, but she asked for them to send someone back over. (Marion is in the picture above with all of us looking at the flowers, I love how she has her regular glasses and sunglasses on; it's so business like and ready to go at any minute ;) )

I don't remember too much more happening except I kept wondering where they had hidden Kris and the guys. I stole a quick peek in the rotunda to see the setup. Everything was beautiful. The splurge for the chaircovers was definitely worth it! They had already sat out the programs on the seats, so that was one less thing for the hostesses to do. I remember at this point they took our purses and bags somewhere. Right before the ceremony I kept asking for it again to touch up my lipstck, but I could never get it back.

Up next pictures in the World Showcase....

[hope1826]

Vanessa,

Your flowers were gorgeous, as was everything else! I'm one of the few who has given Disney Floral a bad grade. I think they may just have been having an off day with my floral.

I've been following your PJ and now TR for months and I can't wait to read/see more!

Nikki

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa,

Your flowers were gorgeous, as was everything else! I'm one of the few who has given Disney Floral a bad grade. I think they may just have been having an off day with my floral.

I've been following your PJ and now TR for months and I can't wait to read/see more!

Nikki

I remember looking at your pictures (you had the peonies, right?) and your bouquet definitely wasn't what you requested. Did you have Laura or someone else?

I'm glad you're enjoying everything so far. I love being able to relive everything by writing it out for all of you. It's like my own personal journal :)

[disneychickforever]

I love the picture idea. so that's all your grandparents? Or what?

I think that's awesome. You are so thoughtful, and you were gorgeous on your wedding day! :)

[figmentfan814]

I love the picture idea. so that's all your grandparents? Or what?

I think that's awesome. You are so thoughtful, and you were gorgeous on your wedding day! :)

Three out of my four grandparents have passed away- both of my mom's parents and my grandpa on my dad's side. My grandma on my dad's side was able to make it down to Disney for the wedding. I was so happy that she was able to make the trip considering she just turned 85.

The frames were double sided so I put pictures of my pets on the other side :goodvibes After all they're like family to us :dog: :cat:

[DisneyBrideToni]

Lovin your TR!!! I love the little frames on the bouquet. That is a very nice touch. I have a broach of my grandmothers I would like to have on my bouquet as well for my "something old". The bouquet was beautiful!! Can't wait to see more!

[29apr00]

What a wonderful way to remember your grandparents. :lovestruc

Everything looks so beautiful so far! I'm sure it just gets better!

Jennifer

[disneygal922]

Vanessa, your flowers are gorgeous. I really like the idea of the pictures on your bouquet. My mom passed away 1 1/2 years ago and when I saw what you did I immediately knew I should do something similar. Now I can't imagine not doing it! Thank you so much! I can't wait to read more!! :surfweb: :goodvibes

[hope1826]

I remember looking at your pictures (you had the peonies, right?) and your bouquet definitely wasn't what you requested. Did you have Laura or someone else?

I'm glad you're enjoying everything so far. I love being able to relive everything by writing it out for all of you. It's like my own personal journal :)

Yep, the not quite right peonies were mine. Before the wedding I was considering preserving my bouquet, but the minute I actually saw it, I changed my mind. I had Rose Dizon.

Did you preserve yours? It really was beautiful.

I think you deserve a prize for the most DIY projects for a disbride. There are so many disbrides who have done tons of amazing DIY projects, but I think you may have the most and it's fun seeing how they all got implemented throughout your trip and the actual wedding! The tiny framed photos of your grandparents was a wonderful idea!

[snow_white725]

I was hoping for more, but I guess I have to be patient and wait :rotfl:

I love it so far! :goodvibes

[dizneyfreak]

I just popped in to see if you had made another post....and YEA YOU DID!:cool1: I love the pin your dad gave you! My mom did a disappearing act when Brad and I were cutting and eating our cake (my stepdaughter had to go to the bathroom of course) but no one noticed she was gone to stop us...including me. Not a very good daughter I know:sad2: I was caught up in all the excitement. Oh well...she got to see it on the video :rolleyes1
Anna Marie

[Lynn5700]

Vanessa finally I caught up!!! Great pictures :)!!!!!!! I love the pictures and brooch on the ribbon!!!! Very nice!!!

[lov2b@disney]

How sweet of your dad to give you the pin! Love your memorial pins!

Keep it coming:surfweb:

[irisbud]

I love those pins, Vanessa. Cant' wait to read more. Everything you did looks like it came together so nicely. All of our projects are so inspiring!

[Goldeelox9]

I love the picture Idea....I got a heart shapped locket andI am going to put a picture of my Mom from her wedding day and one from right before she passed away inside and add it to my bouquet!

[accountingbabe08]

Love the wedding pics. They were beautiful

[DisneyLaura]

I had to go back and see what you were referring to. I instantly thought of the hostess twinkies and cupcakes! :rotfl2:

:lmao: :lmao:

I know some people assing slightly different job duties, but for us the two hostesses were in charge of handing out the programs and bubbles at the ceremony. They also helped with some of the corsages. Then at the reception, they made sure that everyone signed the guestbook and helped handle the packing of the leftover cake and picking up our snowglobe centerpieces. They also helped carry all of our miscellaneous things like the parasols, etc. I know at my matron of honor's wedding she also had her hostesses serve appetizers at the reception and they walked the bridal party through the line carrying their plates for them. :goodvibes To be honest, I actually got the idea from attending weddings for my African American friends, I've never been to a wedding in my family where they had hostesses.

Gotcha ;)

Vanessa - I am so enjoying this so far and you're not even married yet. I love the girls dresses how you did them in different pastels, your flowers were gorgeous.

[figmentfan814]

Lovin your TR!!! I love the little frames on the bouquet. That is a very nice touch. I have a broach of my grandmothers I would like to have on my bouquet as well for my "something old". The bouquet was beautiful!! Can't wait to see more!
I was really happy with how the broach looked. I had several to choose from, so I sent pictures to Laura and told her to choose the one that would work the best.

What a wonderful way to remember your grandparents. :lovestruc

Everything looks so beautiful so far! I'm sure it just gets better!

Jennifer
Thanks, Jennifer! The day does get better or at least for me it all played out into a perfect fairytale.

Vanessa, your flowers are gorgeous. I really like the idea of the pictures on your bouquet. My mom passed away 1 1/2 years ago and when I saw what you did I immediately knew I should do something similar. Now I can't imagine not doing it! Thank you so much! I can't wait to read more!! :surfweb: :goodvibes
It was such a nice way to honor their memory. My grandma (my mom’s mother) had passed away before my parents were even married and my mom said that she wished that people did little things like that 30 years ago at the time of their wedding.

Yep, the not quite right peonies were mine. Before the wedding I was considering preserving my bouquet, but the minute I actually saw it, I changed my mind. I had Rose Dizon.

Did you preserve yours? It really was beautiful.

I think you deserve a prize for the most DIY projects for a disbride. There are so many disbrides who have done tons of amazing DIY projects, but I think you may have the most and it's fun seeing how they all got implemented throughout your trip and the actual wedding! The tiny framed photos of your grandparents was a wonderful idea!
I’ve heard some really good and some really bad stories about Rose, so I’m sorry that you were one of the ones that had a bad experience.

I am having mine preserved through Keepsake. I ended up spending a little more than I originally planned, but I can’t wait to see it. Our frame will have my bouquet, Kris’ boutonniere, our invitation, program, and a picture. It is going to be 18X20 which is kind of big. Some of the extra flowers I’m having made into a Christmas ornament. I got a little carried away as you can see

Thank you for noticing all the little touches in the DIY projects. There were some that got pushed to the wayside (including a lot of homemade treats that we wanted to make) but I was so happy with how everything turned out. Actually, the Mickey chocolates that I was going to make for the Welcome Bags are now being made for our at-home reception.

I was hoping for more, but I guess I have to be patient and wait :rotfl:

I love it so far! :goodvibes
I know, I really want to get more done too, I’ve just been swamped with moving and our at-home reception is coming up really quickly. Organizing the decorations and taking care of RSVPs, etc. has been making me go crazy! :scared1:

I just popped in to see if you had made another post....and YEA YOU DID!:cool1: I love the pin your dad gave you! My mom did a disappearing act when Brad and I were cutting and eating our cake (my stepdaughter had to go to the bathroom of course) but no one noticed she was gone to stop us...including me. Not a very good daughter I know:sad2: I was caught up in all the excitement. Oh well...she got to see it on the video :rolleyes1
Anna Marie
I was really touched by the pin from my dad; it was nice that he picked out something like that for me on his own. That’s too funny about your mom disappearing too. At least my mom didn’t miss anything too important.

Vanessa finally I caught up!!! Great pictures :)!!!!!!! I love the pictures and brooch on the ribbon!!!! Very nice!!!
Thanks, Lynn! I feel like such a slacker; you have blown through your report and I’m not even to my wedding ceremony yet :upsidedow

How sweet of your dad to give you the pin! Love your memorial pins!

Keep it coming:surfweb:
I thought I was going to loose it when my dad gave me the pin; it really was so sweet for him to think of it.

I love those pins, Vanessa. Cant' wait to read more. Everything you did looks like it came together so nicely. All of our projects are so inspiring!
Thank you so much, I hope that other brides have just as much fun with their projects as I did!

I love the picture Idea....I got a heart shapped locket andI am going to put a picture of my Mom from her wedding day and one from right before she passed away inside and add it to my bouquet!
The locket sounds like it will be beautiful. As I mentioned above, my grandma had passed away before my mom’s wedding and I know she would have loved to include her memory that way too.

Love the wedding pics. They were beautiful
All I can say is that Randy is AMAZING! :cloud9:


Vanessa - I am so enjoying this so far and you're not even married yet. I love the girls dresses how you did them in different pastels, your flowers were gorgeous.
I was so happy with how the colors all came together. Since I didn’t see all the dresses side by side until the wedding day it was a little nerve racking.

[PhilHarMaestro]

I adore your flowers!!! This is my first post. In fact I've read your entire PJ and TJ in 2 days! I can't wait to read the rest! By the way, do you know how I can get a wedding ticker thing? I set my date with disney yesterday and I'm so excited!!

[Mama of Indybride]

We just got back on Friday and I spent the weekend trying to get readjusted to the 6 hour time difference again I should forewarn everyone that my laptop is still being repaired :badpc: (I sent it our before we left for Hawaii) so I have to sneak time on the computer from my DH who is always glued to his laptop. I’m suppose to get it back some time this week, so I can hopefully finish the wedding day for my TR this weekend. After I finish up the wedding stuff I will do a short report on Hawaii.


Thank you! We had a wonderful time :goodvibes


Laura, I would love to see a picture of you and your DH in Hawaii! Pearl Harbor was so interesting, both of our grandfathers fought in WWII so that made it more touching. I highly recommend the audio tour for anyone that might be visiting there. It’s free to visit the memorial, but it’s worth springing the $5 for the audio tour. They even had some of the soldiers that were there that day on it.


It looks like Wendy was able to answer your question, but let me know if you want any designs sent to you. I have the Disney bride and a few other ones saved on my computer :bride:


I highly recommend Randy, I can’t remember if I mentioned this before but he was just recognized by the Knot for the second year in a row for his work. He is so easy to work with and his work is phenomenal. Plus, his prices are great for a budget.

Have you decided who you’re using for your hair and makeup? Anna from Makeover Majic was so great, she is really easy going and will do anything you want.


We had a rental car for several days on Oahu and the entire time on Maui :drive: We took some time to go up to the North Shore which was so much more relaxed and laid back compared to Waikiki. I’m glad we had that chance. We also stopped at the Dole Pineapple Plantation for a Dole Whip :drinking1 On Maui we got visit several parks that most of the regular tourists don’t have time to do, so that was nice too!

How long did you live in Hawaii? I was amazed talking to locals how expensive it is to live there. I noticed the price difference in everything we bought plus when we were on Maui gas was $4.20 per gallon :scared1: It must have been an amazing experience though regardless of the costs :beach:


Thank you for thinking of us, Cam :thanks: It was indescribable!
I am glad that we had some time after the wedding before we left so we were really able to enjoy ourselves :love2:

It was fabulous to live there, and we did for 12 years. But couldn't really build a future for my girls. The cost of living was so high, it wasn't really possible to save for a house or their college or anything else really!

We moved to Arizona 12 years ago, and both daughters will have graduated from College this year, and own more than 1 house!

But no :beach:

:sad1:

[figmentfan814]

I adore your flowers!!! This is my first post. In fact I've read your entire PJ and TJ in 2 days! I can't wait to read the rest! By the way, do you know how I can get a wedding ticker thing? I set my date with disney yesterday and I'm so excited!!

:welcome: to the boards and thank you for spending time reading my journals. I hope I kept you entertained :surfweb:

You can go to www.tickerfactory.com or another favorite is www.daisypath.com Daisypath allows you to upload a picture that is attached to your ticker. You can also create a Disney one at mickeypath.com Basically, all you do is select what you want and enter your date then you copy over the code that is generated. Just go under your user CP and then edit signature then paste the code.

So, when is your date? I just love hearing about people who are just starting out with their plans.

[lpizzuro123]

I would like to add this to my flowers also with a picture of my mom who passed away 2.5 years ago. Can you please let me know where you got the great little frame lockets?

Thanks,
Linda

[figmentfan814]

I would like to add this to my flowers also with a picture of my mom who passed away 2.5 years ago. Can you please let me know where you got the great little frame lockets?

Thanks,
Linda

Here are the ones that I ordered, there are actually 3 dozen in the package for $7.95!
http://www.orientaltrading.com/application?origin=page.jsp&namespace=browse&event=link.itemDetails&categoryId=377320&BP=2110&cm_mmc=Google-_-Froogle-_-Froogle-_-Froogle&sku=48/3914

These were much more affordable than the options that I saw in bridal magazines.

[figmentfan814]

It was fabulous to live there, and we did for 12 years. But couldn't really build a future for my girls. The cost of living was so high, it wasn't really possible to save for a house or their college or anything else really!

We moved to Arizona 12 years ago, and both daughters will have graduated from College this year, and own more than 1 house!

But no :beach:

:sad1:

I definitely see what you mean, we met another guy who was there on business who had grown up there but moved once he started a family because the costs are so high and he said the education system wasn't that great either.

[Flurbee]

Vanessa,

Hello...I was just wondering how many people you were allowed to have at Fresh for your rehearsal luncheon?? I am seriously considering using their space, I think it would fit better into our budget. :) Also, I would really like to start my PJ sometime soon, but I have no idea how to post pics....:confused: Is it kind of like posting my wedding ticker? Somehow, I figured out how to do that....Also, I really don't know how to post a link....HELP......:worship: Thanks.

[PhilHarMaestro]

Thanks so much. My date is Jan. 20 2009!!! :cloud9:

[stitchlet]

As always, loving your trippie!

Can't wait to hear more details & see more pictures!

:surfweb: popcorn::

[lpizzuro123]

Thanks for the link for the frames. 36 frames are quite alot of frames - but the price is great. I just need one for my mom and one for Sheldon's mom. Maybe I can add some frames to my welcome bag. What did you do with all your extras?

Linda

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa,

Hello...I was just wondering how many people you were allowed to have at Fresh for your rehearsal luncheon?? I am seriously considering using their space, I think it would fit better into our budget. :) Also, I would really like to start my PJ sometime soon, but I have no idea how to post pics....:confused: Is it kind of like posting my wedding ticker? Somehow, I figured out how to do that....Also, I really don't know how to post a link....HELP......:worship: Thanks.

We had 25 at FRESH, but there was plenty of space for more. If you want the contact information or copies of the menu just let me know. They really were fantastic and it was such a beautiful room, plus the privacy was nice!

For the pictures, most of us use www.photobucket.com Just create an account and then you can upload images to their site. In the area near where you browse to upload an image select the image size 640x480, so they fit on the screen for the board. Don't worry it will make sense once you get in there. Once an image is uploaded you just copy over the "IMG code" into your posting and then the image will appear :goodvibes

For a link, I just copy it over into my post and it will automatically become a hyperlink.

Let me know if you have any other questions, I'm more than happy to help out :cheer2:

[figmentfan814]

Thanks so much. My date is Jan. 20 2009!!! :cloud9:
:yay: I'm glad you got it to work for you! Looking forward to reading about your wedding plans.

As always, loving your trippie!

Can't wait to hear more details & see more pictures!

:surfweb: popcorn::
Thanks, I hope to get more done soon, I'm glad everyone is enjoying it so far.

[figmentfan814]

Thanks for the link for the frames. 36 frames are quite alot of frames - but the price is great. I just need one for my mom and one for Sheldon's mom. Maybe I can add some frames to my welcome bag. What did you do with all your extras?

Linda

I will have to look through my wedding stuff a little, but I know I still have a ton left. I could mail you a couple, just PM me your address and I would be more than happy to share them :goodvibes

[dizneyfreak]

Vanessa,
I was very excited to see that you used my favorite pic from your wedding (the one where you are holding the globe in your hand) in your signature! I get to see it all the time now :goodvibes I'm patiently waiting for more...I know how it is with the busy life and all. I also wanted to let you know that I haven't started my trippie yet because my home computer crashed. It won't recognize any software including windows, so it won't even start up. It is off at the computer doctor and until it is fixed I have to check up on you at work :thumbsup2 At least I still get to see your posts! I'll check again soon!
Anna Marie

[jennifaerie]

Vanessa, after reading through all of this, I am convinced you should be a wedding planner! Your attention to detail, as well as your thorough and gentle care of everything would be extremely appreciated by any bride!

Your gift bags alone were amazing. My jaw kept dropping!

Everything turned out beautifully.

[Jessbell34]

Plus, the folders that were given out didn’t all include the same things because some people obviously didn’t get an invitation to the tea and people who weren’t coming to the Welcome Party didn’t get one of those invites either. Also, I had other inserts such as the pressed penny sheet that only went to certain people. I will post all the things that were inserted into the folders, but here is a basic rundown:
 Welcome Newsletter
 Welcome Party Invitation
 Hidden Mickey document
 Scavenger Hunt
 Customized Crossword Puzzle
 Tea Party invitation
 Park Maps
 Contact Cards (my dad spent a lot of time on these, so I’ll have to post these)
 Pressed Penny guide (and some shiny pennies!)
 Postcards with stamps
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I love your welcome bags! Wow... that must have taken a lot of time and effort. I am working on mine as well and was wondering if you could post a close-up of your Welcome Newsletter and Guest Tips Packet to give me some ideas. Your folder of goodies looks amazing!

[Smile4Me]

I will have to look through my wedding stuff a little, but I know I still have a ton left. I could mail you a couple, just PM me your address and I would be more than happy to share them :goodvibes

Vanessa-I've read through your trippie and pj,..and got hooked by the picture of you in your signature! I'm so happy for your and Kris! I really want to see more pictures of your reception at the Living Seas! That is me and my boyfriend's favorite place in all of Disney world...I'd love to have a reception of my own there someday...could you pm me or even just post more pictures from there for me to see ? Thank you!!

[Flurbee]

We had 25 at FRESH, but there was plenty of space for more. If you want the contact information or copies of the menu just let me know. They really were fantastic and it was such a beautiful room, plus the privacy was nice!

For the pictures, most of us use www.photobucket.com Just create an account and then you can upload images to their site. In the area near where you browse to upload an image select the image size 640x480, so they fit on the screen for the board. Don't worry it will make sense once you get in there. Once an image is uploaded you just copy over the "IMG code" into your posting and then the image will appear :goodvibes

For a link, I just copy it over into my post and it will automatically become a hyperlink.

Let me know if you have any other questions, I'm more than happy to help out :cheer2:
Thanks for all the tips and info!!!! I would really like all the information about Fresh, that would be great!!! I was also wondering what the pressed penny guide was that was in your welcome bags, and if there was any way I could see that....Also, how did you determine who to invite to the tea party?? Was it just all the ladies?? Thanks again...:)

[irisbud]

Vanessa, I too would love to see the welcome newsletter and the guest tips. I was also curious about how you decided on who to invite to your tea party. I am just looking for what some different people did, as this has been a sticky point for me.

Thanks

Amy

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa,
I was very excited to see that you used my favorite pic from your wedding (the one where you are holding the globe in your hand) in your signature! I get to see it all the time now :goodvibes I'm patiently waiting for more...I know how it is with the busy life and all. I also wanted to let you know that I haven't started my trippie yet because my home computer crashed. It won't recognize any software including windows, so it won't even start up. It is off at the computer doctor and until it is fixed I have to check up on you at work :thumbsup2 At least I still get to see your posts! I'll check again soon!
Anna Marie


I'm glad you like my new signature. I saw a similar shot from a previous bride and I told Randy that I had to have it! I'm hoping to get some more posted today, so stay tuned :happytv:

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa, after reading through all of this, I am convinced you should be a wedding planner! Your attention to detail, as well as your thorough and gentle care of everything would be extremely appreciated by any bride!

Your gift bags alone were amazing. My jaw kept dropping!

Everything turned out beautifully.

:rotfl2: My DH keeps telling me this and everyone time he sees one of these posts he gets on me about it. I have been fortunate that I've planned a lot of major functions for nonprofits and for politicians, so event planning is always a blast for me! If I ever venture into party planning, I'll have to use some of all of your ladies wonderful compliments ;)

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa-I've read through your trippie and pj,..and got hooked by the picture of you in your signature! I'm so happy for your and Kris! I really want to see more pictures of your reception at the Living Seas! That is me and my boyfriend's favorite place in all of Disney world...I'd love to have a reception of my own there someday...could you pm me or even just post more pictures from there for me to see ? Thank you!!

I'll be posting more soon, but if you want to PM me your email address I can send you some early :thumbsup2

[figmentfan814]

Thanks for all the tips and info!!!! I would really like all the information about Fresh, that would be great!!! I was also wondering what the pressed penny guide was that was in your welcome bags, and if there was any way I could see that....Also, how did you determine who to invite to the tea party?? Was it just all the ladies?? Thanks again...:)

I just sent you over an email with the information for FRESH. I just did a blanket invitation to all the ladies that were coming down that weekend. Kris also invited all the guys for the Detroit Tigers baseball game at the same time. We had a few of the ladies that went to baseball instead, but that was okay too. I paid for my mom (Kris' mom wasn't there yet), my grandma, the bridesmaids, flowergirl, and my great aunt. Everyone else paid for themselves. We had 18 of us, so there was a pretty good crowd.

Here is the front page from the pressed penny guide. It just shows you all the locations on property where you can have a Disney character imprinted on the face of a penny through a big press.
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[figmentfan814]

I love your welcome bags! Wow... that must have taken a lot of time and effort. I am working on mine as well and was wondering if you could post a close-up of your Welcome Newsletter and Guest Tips Packet to give me some ideas. Your folder of goodies looks amazing!

I don't have the newsletter uploaded, but I can post an image tonight hopefully. I decided just to copy over the text of the tips in case you want to borrow any of them for your packet too. If you want them emailed to you just send me a PM.

General Tips:

Did you know?

Walt Disney World is the number one honeymoon destination in the world.

Fast Pass – learn to love them! They are in every park and on the most popular rides. This system allows you to stick your ticket into a machine which and then you get a “Fastpass” printed that lists a time to come back and ride your attraction. You can get one fast pass every two hours or five minutes after your current fast pass is valid. Great rides for FastPass at Magic Kingdom - Buzz Lightyear, Space Mountain, Winnie the Pooh, Splash Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain; Epcot - Test Track, Soarin, and Mission: SPACE; Animal Kingdom - Expedition Everest, Kiliminjaro Safari; Disney Hollywood Studios - Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster and Tower of Terror. Another tip for Fast Pass -send one member your party (the fastest walker) to the attraction with all of your group’s tickets, so they can get the fastpasses then meet back up with everyone to save on time.

If you do not mind being split up some popular rides offer a line of single riders. It will help if you do not have a fastpass and you want to get in and out. This works out great on rides like Test Track at EPCOT.

If you're staying at a WDW resort, tell the CM you want your purchases sent to your resort. This service is free to resort guests, & your package will be sent to resort shop for you to pickup the following day, so you don’t have to worry about carrying it around. Remember this only works if you aren’t checking out the next day. If you're not a Disney resort guest, you can have your package sent to the main entrance for picking up as you leave the park.

EPCOT Tips:

Did you know?

More than 30 tons of the fruits and vegetables served in Walt Disney World restaurants are grown in The Land Pavilion at EPCOT.


Thirsty? Check out Club Coca-Cola in Epcot for FREE soda from different countries. Make sure to check out “Beverly” from Italy, it is delicious!
In Italy, at the World Showcase, wander around behind the shops (where the fountains are) and look for little red press-buttons. If you press the button, water squirts from a different location.
Excellent viewing for Epcot’s Illuminations is the bridge between France and the UK
After watching Illuminations at Epcot, exit the International Gateway and walk around the Boardwalk and Beach Club area. Beaches and Cream has gourmet ice cream at reasonable prices. Ask about the kitchen sink! It contains all their toppings and ice cream flavors. Vanessa, Kris, and her parents attempted this feat once and failed because Kris’ mint ice cream made everything taste like mint! Boardwalk has a Sweet Shoppe with premium desserts at a lower price than the fancy restaurants. Also, check out a game at the ESPN Zone. When all closes at 11pm, you can hop a bus to Downtown Disney, and then change over to your resort.
Our favorite attractions at this park are Soarin’, Test Track, Mission: SPACE, Journey Into Your Imagination with Figment! Also, take time to check out the great shops in the World Showcase, our top picks are Japan and the United Kingdom.
Our favorite foods at this park are funnel cakes near the American Pavilion, eating at either of the restaurants in Mexico, Le Cellier in Canada (one of the hardest places to get a reservation at Walt Disny World) or heading out the International Gateway to walk over to Beaches and Cream at the Beach Club for a great burger!


Magic Kingdom Tips:

Did you know?

It would take one person, eating two hamburgers every meal, 4,109 years and 215 days to eat the number of burgers served at Walt Disney World each year.


While at the Magic Kingdom, wait until the end of the night, right before closing to do the popular rides in Fantasyland. There is usually little or no wait and you can go on all the rides. If you get a chance try to get on Dumbo right around the time of the fireworks, it is so cool to be up in the sky at the same time they are going off.
On Main Street in the Magic Kingdom, check out the old style phone in the General Store or the Main Street Market House. Pick up the receiver and listen in to a conversation going on. It's one of those old style turn-of-the-century phones, the kind with separate ear and mouth piece. There's another phone in Tomorrowland under the TTA and Astro Orbiter.
At the shows and 3D rides, if you want the best seat, stay in the middle of the crowd in the preshow area. If you stand right near the doors, you'll have to move right to the end of the row.
On Buzz Lightyear in Magic Kingdom, aim for the highest targets to score major points! Warning: Vanessa’s dad is a pro at this game, so watch out for a challenge!
Need a break? Take a much needed rest by riding around on the People Mover in Tomorrowland. It is a slow attraction that moves on a track which passes through some bigger rides like Space Mountain. It’s definitely worth while if you’re afraid to ride the rollercoaster then you can at least see the inside of the ride!
Great viewing for Magic Kingdom’s Wishes fireworks is to the right of the castle in the sidewalk area leading down to the water surrounded by roses.
Our favorite attractions at this park are Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Space Mountain, Hall of Presidents, Buzz Lightyear, Carousal of Progress, People Mover, Pirates of the Caribbean, and It’s a Small World (okay the last is one of Vanessa’s favorites).
Our favorite foods at this park are the pineapple dole whips in Adventureland, catching lunch at the Plaza Restaurant, or eating dinner at Liberty Tree Tavern.


Animal Kingdom Tips:

Did you know?

Animal Kingdom contains live plants from every continent on Earth except Antarctica.


In Animal Kingdom, start early in the day with the Safari while it’s not hot to see the most animals. Or go when they have extra magic hours for resort guests- the animals will most likely be out later- when it’s cooler. We prefer going later because it is really hard to drag yourself out of bed that early in the morning!
In Animal Kingdom on the Kali River Rapids be sure to stop on the bridge after exiting the ride. You'll find two elephants whose trunks will spout water at the unsuspecting riders below if you push their buttons
Our favorite attractions at this park are Primeval Whirl, Dinosaur, Expedition: Everest, and the Lion King show.
Our favorite foods at this park are pretty limited. Grab a chocolate covered frozen banana or enjoy some barbecue at Flaming Tree.


Disney’s Hollywood Studios Tips:

Did you know?

The coaster track for Rock’n ‘Roller Coaster was built first and then the building was constructed around it.


Look for the key under the doormat at Muppets 3D in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Just after you go through the turnstile, go to your right and you'll find a welcome mat, take a peek underneath it. It is near the “Security Office.”
On a corner across from the old Hunchback theatre at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, there is a streetlight with an umbrella attached to it. You pull on the umbrella handle and it rains (or more like mists) around you.
Our favorite attractions at this park are Rock’n Rollercoaster, Fantasmic, Beauty & the Beast, Lights, Motor, Action! Stunt Show, and the Great Movie Ride (check out the Wizard of Oz scene for Vanessa.)
Our favorite foods at this park grabbing lunch at the Sci-Fi Diner, dinner at the 50’s Prime Time Café, or splurge for dinner at the Brown Derby.


Did you know? Facts from “The Walt Disney World Trivia Book: Secrets, History, & Fun Facts Behind the Magic” by Louis A. Mongello.

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa, I too would love to see the welcome newsletter and the guest tips. I was also curious about how you decided on who to invite to your tea party. I am just looking for what some different people did, as this has been a sticky point for me.

Thanks

Amy

Amy, as you can see from my other response I invited everyone to come to the tea. I was just more selective in who I paid for since we couldn't afford to cover everyone. I was happy that no one seemed jaded or upset that we didn't pay for everyone because if we would have had the extra cash I would have been happy to host them all!

[figmentfan814]

pixiedust: After making the call to Disney Floral we headed out to take some shots around the World Showcase. We started out getting some with Spaceship Earth in the background. This was a definite must for me! Guess what! I didn’t upload one of these images to Photobucket, so I will have to edit and add one later.

Just as we started heading towards Italy someone from Disney Floral arrived. It was funny because she started talking about how beautiful my bouquet turned out. She said to me that she was a little worried when she saw the order because she thought it would look like something for a baby shower with all the pastels, but she said when it was finished it looked fantastic!

She easily moved the frames up under the bouquet and then was off to head back to the Living Seas. When she got them on there though one was accidentally turned around (the frames are double sided) so a picture of my dog was showing instead of my grandma! So, my dad and even Randy helped me get the frame reversed. Randy was such a big help all day long with little things like that! They were stuck in with really long pins that weren’t easy to work with especially with nails on!
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Here is the final result; this also shows the brooch which was on the front of the bouquet.
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Another shot of the bouquet; can you tell that I really loved how it turned out :lovestruc
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Finally, we were off towards Italy for our first shots.
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We started out on the bridge facing towards the lagoon (does this one in Epcot have an official name?)
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Kylie’s rose wand; you can see the Mickey crystal on the left. The other crystals were in the shape of butterflies.
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On the move, to get in place for a shot:
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At this time, I just kept thinking to myself that I couldn’t believe that it was my wedding day! I also kept reminding myself to enjoy every single second because I know so many people say that the day just flies by; it was so surreal to have everything coming together after all the planning :cloud9:

As you can see in some of these shots it was a beautiful day. After all the things that had gone wrong over the last year God blessed us with a crystal clear day. It ended up being 75 degrees and amazing. There were other days that week where it got pretty chilly and it rained a little every other day. We knew someone who got married at Seabreeze Point the next day and a storm was blowing in during their ceremony :eek:

Up next: Even more shots in Italy!

[29apr00]

Beautiful shots!!!

[lov2b@disney]

Gorgeous pictures Vanessa!:cutie:

[IndyBride]

Great pictures!! I'm so glad you were able to appreciate the day as it went. Everything is looking so fabulous.

[dizneyfreak]

Vanessa,
I'm so glad you posted the name of the book that you got all of those did you know facts from. I am going out to buy it tomorrow! :cool1: I know I know, I'm pathetic :lmao: Keep it coming girl!
Anna Marie

[Smile4Me]

Vanessa-
Your bouquet did turn out wonderful-I love how the colors compliment your bridesmaid dresses. Love the pictures! The weather looked perfect,,,can not wait to see reception pictures!
*Betsy

[figmentfan814]

Gorgeous pictures Vanessa!:cutie:
Thank you; I had a friend make us a slideshow with a couple hundred of the shots and we watched it last night. It was so nice to see them all come together. It was really sweet because as we were watching Kris kept saying how wonderful the day had been and how beautiful he thought I looked :lovestruc :love:

Great pictures!! I'm so glad you were able to appreciate the day as it went. Everything is looking so fabulous.
I really wanted to make sure that I took time to take in all the little details. As much as we had went through over the last year, it was surreal to finally have the day arrive. In the back of my mind I realized that I might not have even made it to that day if the outcome of my accident had been different. It was definitely a day of self-reflection.

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa,
I'm so glad you posted the name of the book that you got all of those did you know facts from. I am going out to buy it tomorrow! :cool1: I know I know, I'm pathetic :lmao: Keep it coming girl!
Anna Marie

It's a great book, I'm sure you'll enjoy it :thumbsup2 The best part is that you can just read a little at the time because they're all short little quick facts.

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa-
Your bouquet did turn out wonderful-I love how the colors compliment your bridesmaid dresses. Love the pictures! The weather looked perfect,,,can not wait to see reception pictures!
*Betsy

Thanks, Betsy! I was so happy that the flowers matched so perfectly. Especially since I only had swatches of 3 of the colors to send to Laura, my floral manager.

[keenercam]

Vanessa, sweetie, those pictures are just so beautiful. You were truly a gorgeous bride and your sweetness shines through in the pictures. What a darling Kris is! I am so glad you were able to take the time to watch the slideshow together and that it was a joyful experience. :hug:

All of your efforts in thinking of all the details and planning everything really paid off. :thumbsup2

[disneychickforever]

Thanks for posting those beautiful pictures! I'm glad the picture got turned around :) I still love that idea, I can't get over it lol.

And the bouquet was beautiful, loved the pastels :goodvibes:

[figmentfan814]

I love your welcome bags! Wow... that must have taken a lot of time and effort. I am working on mine as well and was wondering if you could post a close-up of your Welcome Newsletter and Guest Tips Packet to give me some ideas. Your folder of goodies looks amazing!

As promised :goodvibes
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding%20Crafts/WeddingNewsletterWelcomeLetter_P-2.jpg
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[figmentfan814]

Vanessa, sweetie, those pictures are just so beautiful. You were truly a gorgeous bride and your sweetness shines through in the pictures. What a darling Kris is! I am so glad you were able to take the time to watch the slideshow together and that it was a joyful experience. :hug:

All of your efforts in thinking of all the details and planning everything really paid off. :thumbsup2

Thank you once again for your sweet words :goodvibes I can't wait for your VR to see all of you great plans come together too!

I have a couple of my "attitude" shots that I haven't posted yet (they are done in a cute and fun way though). When Kris saw some of those, he said he knew that look ;) It's the one that shows I mean business :rotfl:

[figmentfan814]

Thanks for posting those beautiful pictures! I'm glad the picture got turned around :) I still love that idea, I can't get over it lol.


When I saw that in a bridal magazine I knew I had to do it. It definitely was a nice way to incorporate their memory in a personal way.

[alissa2008]

It's a great book, I'm sure you'll enjoy it :thumbsup2 The best part is that you can just read a little at the time because they're all short little quick facts.

I just bought the Imagineering Guide to Epcot and MK and also "The complete guide to Disney World" by Julie and Mike Neal. I think all three books on amazon came to like $20. It was a great deal. The imagineering ones I think were $4!!


V -- do you have your newsletter in word format? I would love to use it as a template for mine -- since I have NO idea where to start, and you are such a wonderful and completely creative disbride who doens't mine sharing! (I'm batting my eyelashes!) :worship: :worship: :worship:

[snow_white725]

I love when you update and can't wait to hear more! (Your newsletter is really great!!) :goodvibes

[DisneyLaura]

Vanessa are flowers were beautiful, they were all so very pretty. I've told you before and I'll say it again I loved your colors of your wedding and the flowers just made it better. I love your newsletters too. You're so creative and I hope your guests appreciated all the time you spent into everything for that weekend and much as I did.

[dislovr]

I know i've been a stranger lately. It is soo hard to catch up when you've missed 2 weeks of action on the boards. But OMG....your wedding was beautiful! I love you pictures and you looked absoutely breath taking! Can't wait to hear all about the ceremony and see more pics!!!

[Jessbell34]

As promised :goodvibes
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Thank you so much! You have no idea how much this helped my writer-block! You did an amazing job! Wow!:cutie:

[dizneyfreak]

You won't believe this! Our photographer submitted our wedding pictures to a bridal magazine for a contest and we WOW!!!! :yay: Our DFTW pictures are going to be in "Destination Weddings and Honeymoons"!!! :banana: They are even going to interview us for an article they are going to put with the pictures in the section called "Real Brides, Real Advice". I'm so excited I just had to tell you! :dance3: It's gonna be in the fall issue. Woohoo!:hyper: I just had to get on and tell ya! Talk to you soon!

Anna Marie

[figmentfan814]

Sorry I've been MIA for the last couple of days. Our at-home reception was last night and it turned out fantastic. I will go through all the posts later tonight. I know someone needs the template, so I'll touch base with you soon too. Also, congrats Anna Marie, now I expect to get to see some of those shots!

[figmentfan814]

I just bought the Imagineering Guide to Epcot and MK and also "The complete guide to Disney World" by Julie and Mike Neal. I think all three books on amazon came to like $20. It was a great deal. The imagineering ones I think were $4!!

V -- do you have your newsletter in word format? I would love to use it as a template for mine -- since I have NO idea where to start, and you are such a wonderful and completely creative disbride who doens't mine sharing! (I'm batting my eyelashes!) :worship: :worship: :worship:
I got your PM with your email address, I will try to send it when I get home tonight. I have a rehearsal after work, so if I don’t get it out tonight I promise to send it tomorrow.

I have the Imagineering guides too and they are fantastic! How is that complete guide: I haven’t checked that one out before?

I love when you update and can't wait to hear more! (Your newsletter is really great!!) :goodvibes
Thank you so much, stay tuned because I’m posting a short update after I respond to all of these great posts from all of you!

Vanessa are flowers were beautiful, they were all so very pretty. I've told you before and I'll say it again I loved your colors of your wedding and the flowers just made it better. I love your newsletters too. You're so creative and I hope your guests appreciated all the time you spent into everything for that weekend and much as I did.
Thank you for your wonderful compliments. I really loved how all the pastels came together. It was so fitting for a spring wedding! I was utterly amazed how much my guests appreciated the little details. When you spend so much time working on something it’s nice to know that people actually recognized all the hard work that you put into everything.

I know i've been a stranger lately. It is soo hard to catch up when you've missed 2 weeks of action on the boards. But OMG....your wedding was beautiful! I love you pictures and you looked absoutely breath taking! Can't wait to hear all about the ceremony and see more pics!!!
I know exactly what you mean after being gone for our honeymoon I had no idea where to start back up. It’s especially hard when you miss a new TR that has started. Thank you so much for your compliments; it was amazing to see everything come together that day.

Thank you so much! You have no idea how much this helped my writer-block! You did an amazing job! Wow!:cutie:
I’m glad I could help I owe all my newsletter skills to my time working in newspaper :surfweb: ; I’m going to have to pop over to your PJ to see your latest updates too.

You won't believe this! Our photographer submitted our wedding pictures to a bridal magazine for a contest and we WOW!!!! :yay: Our DFTW pictures are going to be in "Destination Weddings and Honeymoons"!!! :banana: They are even going to interview us for an article they are going to put with the pictures in the section called "Real Brides, Real Advice". I'm so excited I just had to tell you! :dance3: It's gonna be in the fall issue. Woohoo!:hyper: I just had to get on and tell ya! Talk to you soon!

Anna Marie
I can’t wait to hear more about it! You definitely have to share some details now even if it’s not a full TR and you just post about being in the magazine. I’m going to have to check out the magazine too because I know exactly which one you’re talking about. Congrats! :yay:

[figmentfan814]

Here are just a few more pictures of the bridesmaids before the ceremony. It’s so hard to pick which ones to post since Randy took so many wonderful shots!

This is my cousin who stood up on my side. We used the title “bridal attendant” for him. He also doubled as the usher.
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Showing off our shoes:
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My matron of honor and my one bridesmaid and I in our signature “Charlie’s Angels” pose ::cop: This got started on a trip when we were all in college and it stuck, so I knew we had to get some shots at the wedding.
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My parents with me in Italy:
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Reflections:
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After we finished up, we were ushered back towards the Rotunda. I couldn’t believe that it was time for the wedding! Marion met us outside and said that she thought we might have to go upstairs to the Parlor then come down the elevator. This was because I had requested that I didn’t enter from the main doors because I have seen some wedding videos in the rotunda where once the door is opened for the bride there is this horrible halo of light (just because of the time of day with the morning ceremonies) and everything is washed out. I wanted everyone to actually be able to see me when I entered, so we had requested that I enter from the gallery which is off to the right when you enter. Well, that morning no one had came to unlock the door. Marion immediately got on her radio again and within two minutes someone was there to let us in the side of the building! She truly was an amazing coordinator! As we were walking through the gift shop I thought hey this is pretty cool, how many people get the shops opened early just for them :yay:

As a side note, my shoulder that was injured in the car accident started killing me at this point, so my matron of honor (who is a physical therapist) started massaging it for me. That few minutes helped out a lot; I think I was tensing up from all the excitement!

[29apr00]

Great pictures!! I can't wait to see the actual CEREMONY!! hint hint.;)

[keenercam]

Oh, WOW! Vanessa, these pictures are absolutely wonderful. You looked so gorgeous! I especially like the picture of you looking over your shoulder, with your flowers and the one of you looking kind of to the side and down. I'll bet your parents want so many of these to hang in their home. Their daughter looked especially lovely in all of these shots. :cloud9:

[irisbud]

Beautiful pictures!

[dizneyfreak]

Ok, ok, ok, so I get the hint ;) I would love to start my TR, however, when my computer went out...it really went out. It still isn't fixed and I can only post when I am at work for now. So, once again, I have to delay my trip report. When it rains it pours...our air conditioning went out today...our bathtub is leaking into our 1st floor cealing...I have so much poison ivy I had to get pills and shots for it...and I have to get my wisdom teeth cut out. It may be a while :lmao: I'll get there though I promise! I will also let you know what issue of the magazine to look for, but it won't be out till fall sometime. I loved your update! Can't wait to see more!

Anna Marie

[scubaminnie]

Vanessa, was that the end of the story????? I cant seem to find anything past page 33. I LOVED ready your story and now have TONS of ideas from your PJ...I feel as though I have so many ideas and so little time....October is coming up fast for me. If you are still checking these boards at all, I would love to pick your brain about a few things and to request some items. thanks so much!

[figmentfan814]

It's definitely not the end of the story, so don't worry! We just got home late last night from spending 6 days down in Virginia for my cousin's wedding reception. I will have more updates this week, I promise!

[DisneyLaura]

Vanessa love the pictures, yeah it's wedding time soon. Can't wait for more.

[WeLuvDiznee]

I love this TR so much, I can't wait to read more!!!! Everything you did for your guests was just amazing!

[juligrl]

Coming out of lurkerdom just to say - WOW! Your photos are amazing and those flowers were beautiful. I'd been following your PJ and just stumbled across your TR. Glad it all went well and congratulations on your marriage!

[Smile4Me]

The pic of you looking back over your bouquet is my favorite!

[figmentfan814]

Vanessa love the pictures, yeah it's wedding time soon. Can't wait for more.
My goal is to finish up the ceremony this weekend. My ballet group has some performances this week, so my evenings are tied up right now. I am determined to get the ceremony posted soon. I’ve been waiting because I want to type up the order of the ceremony to include in the pictures too.

I love this TR so much, I can't wait to read more!!!! Everything you did for your guests was just amazing!
It was nice to visit family this weekend down in Virginia who were still talking about all the little extras. Items from the Welcome Bag appeared in several places in their house too (sewing kit, Mickey jar) so I know they got lots of use!

Coming out of lurkerdom just to say - WOW! Your photos are amazing and those flowers were beautiful. I'd been following your PJ and just stumbled across your TR. Glad it all went well and congratulations on your marriage!
Thank you! I’m glad to see you found your way over here. I had intended to post stuff from our at-home reception in my PJ too, but never got around to it. I guess I’ll have to add that to this report too.

The pic of you looking back over your bouquet is my favorite!
That was one of my favorites too. It is one of the shots in our Renaissance album from Randy and he softened the color for it and it turned out so pretty!