Annie & Ed's PJ WP/WHR/France 1/11/11- I'm Back and w/ a preview of Pro-Wedding Pics!

[puente0629]

So here's our BEO :scared1: lol...



Dessert Party 23 guests 1/9/11

22 illuminations viewing fee @ 12.95 guest $303.32
1 venue package Rue de Paris @ 250.00ea $266.25
22 Sunshine State Dessert Buffet @ 33.00 guest $935.56
1 outdoor set-up fee @75.00ea $79.88

Total $1585.11




Wedding Ceremony: 9:30am-11:00am 30 guests 1/11/11
Wedding Pavilion $3195
Vintage Car $600
1 limo 8:15am to noon $376.64
2 sedan @ 25.00ea $50.00
2 limo one-way $331.70
1 mini-motorcoach 9am to 5pm $697.20

Total: $5250.54

Pre-Reception/Reception: 11:00am-4:00pm 30 guests 1/11/11

Bar
8 Sparkling non-alcohilic cider @ 23.00 bottle $237.11
4 soft drink & water package @ 24.50 guest $126.29
25 soft drinks & water package @ 8.50 guest $273.84
25 beer & wine package @ 30.00 guest $966.49

Catering Food
1 Chef's choice vendor meal, chicken @ 43.00ea $55.41
1 custom wedding cake 3 tiers @ 600.00ea $773.19
25 Tinkerbell's Brunch Buffet *MOD* @ 80.00 guest $2577.30
(added canadian cheese soup, baked ham and wild berry crepes)
4 Tinkerbell's Brunch Buffet *MOD* (ages 3-9) @ 40.00 guest $206.16
29 a la carte cocktail @ 12.50 guest $467.14
29 int'l & domestic cheese display @ 9.75 guest $364.37

Catering Fees
1 bartender fee @ 100.00ea $106.50

Entertainment
1 DJ package @1400.00ea $1400.00
1 formal mickey @ 900.00ea $900.00

Florist
1 square table package @ 120.00ea $127.80
1 delivery fee @ 200.00ea $200.00

Total $8781.62


Grand Total $15617.27


We are definitely making changes, our budget is $13k or under....we will be removing the canadian soup and baked ham from the brunch buffet, removing one limo and the mini-motorcoach, instead of the sunshine state dessert buffet we will do the all about chocolate and we will remove the a la carte cocktail. That will hopefully bring us down to where we want to be, if worse comes to worse we'll remove the Welcome Dessert Party.

[BecBennett]

Your BEO is pretty good, it makes me nervous that your cake is still over $700, how on earth do people get them for les then $500?!? :confused3

Also I'm a bit nervous that it doesn't include floral as well, because I was hoping to get away with mine for $15000, including floral, and it's going to be a dinner! :scared1:

Oh well, time will tell I suppose!

[Princessfifi]

Congrats on getting back your BEO!

[helloirishkitty]

Your BEO looks good- I'm just shocked at how fast the ceremony adds up! I'm also very scared about my cake now- they're probably going to quote me a ridiculous price! :scared1:

[puente0629]

I look it over and I can't believe I'm spending this much for 29 guests, that's including us (24 adults, 4 children and 1 infant) I couldn't imagine a Dinner :eek: eek! We are definitely moving forward with removing some of the items. We might do our cake in 2 tiers which cuts the price from $600++ to $450++, still pretty expensive for a simple cake but it's Disney.


We recently had to get a new florist unfortunately Debbie was not able to get the candelabra's I'm looking for but it was great working her, her prices are really good and she is super sweet. We decided to go with InBloom Florist which have been great and have the exact candelabra's I want for the ceremony and reception.

New Floral BEO from InBloom Florist

Bride
European clutch bouquet featuring ivory hydrangea, cymbidium orchids, pale pink ranunculus and garden roses with pearls in the bouquet for that extra special touch. The stems will be hand tied all the way down the stem with ribbon and a cameo will be attached. $225.00


Maid of Honor
European clutch bouquet featuring cynbidium orchids, garden roses, ranunclus and anemones. The stems will be hand tied all the way down the stem with pearls on the ribbon. $109.95


Jr. Bridesmaids
A square pomander purse featuring ranunculus and roses. (2 at $45.00) $90.00


Flower Girl
Vintage basket with pearl accents and including rose petals. $45.00

Bridesmaid
European clutch bouquet featuring garden roses, ranunclus and anemones. The stems will be hand tied all the way down the stem with pearls on the ribbon. $89.95

Groom
Boutonniere featuring a white cymbidium orchid. $19.95

Best Man, Best Man/Father
Boutonniere featuring a ranunculus or rose to match the bridesmaid. (2 at $12.95) $25.90


Main Altar
Two vintage crystal candleabras with large full arrangements of roses and orchids with no greenery.
After the ceremony, one will be moved to the Head Table and the other will be moved to the Guest Book and Escort Card table. (2 at $200.00) $400.00

Aisle Decorations We will place ivory and pale pink rose petals on either side of the ivory aisle runner. $125.00


Cocktail Tables
Small vases will be wrapped in a pink champagne ribbon and a thinner black band of ribbon and accented with a cameo charm in the center. The vase will hold mini roses, ranunculus and orchids. (6 at $39.95) $239.70

Centerpieces
Black candleabras consisting of a full arrangement of hydrangea, roses, ranunculus and orchids with no greenery. We will place small clusters of flowers in the arms of the candleabra. We will also add small candle holders at the base of candleabra with small clusters of flowers. (4 at $125.00) $500.00



Total of all Floral Products $1,870.45
Delivery And Designer Setup $150.00
Takedown/Strike $75.00
Subtotal $2,095.45
Plus Tax $136.20
Balance Due $2,231.65

[Princessfifi]

Hi!

Who are you doing your linen rentals and chair rentals with?

Thanks,

Anais

[puente0629]

A Chair Affair, ask for Ana
we have black chiavari chairs for $7.50ea, Disney charges $15ea

BBJ Linens, ask for Cammy Whittaker
Linens can range from $16-$40, our cost $23

[Princessfifi]

Thanks!!! I just sent inquiries to both of them :) I also contacted Inbloom. I'm hoping they can help me out.

You're the best!

[puente0629]

Hi again,

I'm sure you guys have noticed from my BEO that we have added a Welcome Dessert Party for our guests, I can't believe we are able to have that experience.:cool1: From what I read everyone always has a great time and the guests can't stop talking about it. We are also decided to switch dates and theme park, from our Ed & Annie's Magic Kingdom Tour on Wednesday, Jan. 12 to Ed & Annie's Backlot Tour at Hollywood Studios (cheesy, I know) on Saturday, Jan. 8. We didn't have many participants for Jan. 12 because most of the guests will be departing that day. So, my hubby and I made reservations for 18 guests at the Sci-Fi Dine-In for 6:35pm.

I also made the necessary changes to our BEO to get to a number that we are comfortable with....we went from $15617.27 to $13,477.00 :banana:

[BecBennett]

Holey Dooley! Thats a great reduction!

[Disney9.9.10]

Wow! You made quite a change in your BEO - that is awesome!

[puente0629]

Wow! You made quite a change in your BEO - that is awesome!

Thanks!! We had to remove a couple of items we liked but we really didn't need:thumbsup2

[puente0629]

I noticed that I never posted our Wedding Website, so here it is...

www.puente.weddingwindow.com

[BecBennett]

wow, you've got some great information on your website! I wish mine was as organised as that! I also wish I knew about wedding window before I created my site, yours just looks so much better.

[helloirishkitty]

Your website is great, it's giving me inspiration to actually sit down and design mine! Your intro screen is beautiful, it ties into the theme of your wedding completely.

[puente0629]

Thanks girls, it took me a while to make but weddingwindow.com is very easy to use.

[bunny_pop]

Your website looks great Annie! Aww, that sucks Debbie couldn't get those for you, but In Bloom I remember them being so kind when I talked with them. I can't wait to see the flowers. :) The trunk is cute :)

[pezaddict231]

Congrats on getting your BEO manageable, I remember the shock of seeing our initial one! But it sounds like the things you cut are not things that your guests will really notice, and how great that you get to do a fireworks welcome party after all!

The website it great, I really like the intro.

It is too bad that she couldn't get the candelabras you wanted. I had initially wanted crystal ones too but Lee didn't have them so we went with the silver with crystals, but I can't wait to see how yours turn out!

[puente0629]

Thanks girls!!!


So I've made some progress this week, I've received/bought the following...

Escort Cards
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/escortcard1.jpg
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/escortcards2.jpg

Table Numbers
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/tablenumbers2.jpg

We changed linens, we opted for a softer look with touches of black (i.e. candelabra's, chairs, etc.)...
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/linen2.jpg


Favors Boxes w/ cameo's (I'm missing the ribbon that goes around the box)...
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/favorbox.jpg
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/favorbox2.jpg
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/favorbox3.jpg

Favors, petite french soap, smells so good (my dogs chewed on it a little, lol)..
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/soappicfavor2.jpg
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/soappicfavor3.jpg
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/soappicfavor.jpg

Umbrella's from www.bellaumbrella.com, my bridesmaid and I will be using these for pictures...

Brides Umbrella (i might change mine to have more pink)
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/umbrella3.jpg
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/umbrella3-2.jpg

Bridesmaids
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/umbrella1.jpg
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/umbrella1-2.jpg
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/umbrella2.jpg
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/umbrella2-2.jpg



I still need my purse, bridal party gifts, my jewelry, bride & groom sign, ribbon for the favor boxes, and the welcome bag tags.

[puente0629]

In May my parents came up to visit us and we took them to go see my dress, I forgot to post the pics so here they are (please keep in mind this is the sample dress and it has been used and abused, lol)...

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/weddingdress3.jpg
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/weddingdress2.jpg
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/weddingdress1.jpg

Pic with hubby...
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/weddingdress4.jpg

[puente0629]

:cheer2:5 months to go until Our Fairytale Wedding!:cheer2:

I can't believe we are exactly 5 months away, when it feels like just yesterday we started the planning process. Tomorrow I have a phone consult with Karen our Disney wedding planner, to go over budget and different option for our bar. Let's see how it pans out...

[puente0629]

We are almost done with choosing our music, here are our selections...

Ceremony:

No organist will be required!

Prelude - Cab Colloway "Don't Falter at the Altar", Katie Melua "Call off the Search", Louis Armstsrong "What a wonderful World", Ray Charles "Deed I do"

Mother's Entrance - Up With Titles

Groom/Officiant/Groomsman Entrance - Pirates of the Caribbean Movie Main Song

Bridesmaid Entrance - Carrie Underwoord " Ever Ever After"

Bride: Cinderella Movie "So this is love"

Wine Ceremony - Michael Buble "You and I"

Ring Warming Ceremony - still deciding

Recessional - Stevie Wonder "Signed, Sealed, Delivered, I'm Yours" followed by Toy Story "you got a friend in me" or from the Carousel of Progress "there's a great big beautiful tomorrow, shining at the end of everyday"


Reception:

Cocktail Music - Classic Music by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, etc. and maybe throw in from the soundtrack Enchanted "Enchanted Suite"

Bridal Party Introduction - Michael Jackson "the way you make me feel"

Bride & Groom Entrance - still deciding but we are thinking of the NFL Monday night Football theme

First Dance - Ingrid Michaelson "Way I Am" or Katie Melua "Call off the search" (we would remove it from the prelude)

Brunch is served - Beauty and the Beast "Be our guest"

Cake Cutting - Harry Connick, Jr. "Recipe for Love"

Father/Daughter Dance - The Temptations " My Girl"

Garter Removal - Michael Buble "Fever"

Garter Toss - Dean Martin "Ain't that a kick in the head"

Bouquet Toss - have no idea yet...maybe Lady Gaga "Boys, Boys" or Donna Summer "Bad girls"

(like we do not have any family or friends that are single we will call everyone that is 21 and older to catch the bouquet/garter and who ever does gets to do a shot with us)

Last Dance - Lady Gaga "Just Dance" or something else

[pixie921]

Your music selections sound great! :thumbsup2

I also have a question for you since you said you won't be using the organist. Are you supplying Disney with a CD of your music? And will they provide someone to play the songs at the correct times (and if so, do they charge you for it)? We don't plan to use the organist, either, and I was wondering how this would work. :)

[puente0629]

Your music selections sound great! :thumbsup2

I also have a question for you since you said you won't be using the organist. Are you supplying Disney with a CD of your music? And will they provide someone to play the songs at the correct times (and if so, do they charge you for it)? We don't plan to use the organist, either, and I was wondering how this would work. :)

We are definitely not using the organist, we find it somewhat annoying lol...we are providing a CD with all of our music for the tech to play during the ceremony. Disney does not charge you, it is already included in the venue price. My planner suggested to make a playlist so the tech knows exactly when to play each song.

[pixie921]

We are definitely not using the organist, we find it somewhat annoying lol...we are providing a CD with all of our music for the tech to play during the ceremony. Disney does not charge you, it is already included in the venue price. My planner suggested to make a playlist so the tech knows exactly when to play each song.

Perfect! That's just how I was hoping it worked -- thank you!! :goodvibes

[DisneyDiva84]

OH my gosh I love your music selections! I thought of doing the up titles for my mom's too but I can't decide! I love your exit theme though!

And congrats on the five months to go! It will fly by trust me! I can't believe I am at a month and a half its crazy

[puente0629]

OH my gosh I love your music selections! I thought of doing the up titles for my mom's too but I can't decide! I love your exit theme though!

And congrats on the five months to go! It will fly by trust me! I can't believe I am at a month and a half its crazy

Thanks! My hubby and I spend many nights listening to different songs to come up with our play list.

Wow a month and half away, I would be freaking out from excitement! cant wait to see how everything turns out. :thumbsup2

[puente0629]

Today is my birthday, I turned 25!! My hubby gave me a beautiful Coach purse, can't wait to use it today!

I finally created my invitations at www.WeddingPaperDivas.com, they have so many selections and the prices were great. We chose a pocket fold envelopes in silver, here are the invites...

Invitation
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/invite1.jpg

RSVP (they will be fixing the word plaît and removing the extra lines to replace with No. de visiteurs___)
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/RSVP1.jpg

Reception Card
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/Receptioncard1.jpg

Can't wait to get the final proofs so I can send them out next month!:thumbsup2

[Sccrmnky2005]

Nice Invites!!


HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!:banana::cheer2::cheer2::cheer2:

[pixie921]

Happy 25th b-day! :bday:

[NOMNOMNOMS]

HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! I've just stumbled accross your PJ and have spent the past few hours reading! Good stuff! Looks like everything is coming together wonderfully...DF and I are having our DFTW 4/10/11!!! I've barely begun planning...so, thank you for the inspiration! I only have 8 months left o_O...can't wait to see how everything turns out...you guys are such a cute couple ^_^

[BecBennett]

Happy Birthday!

[puente0629]

HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! I've just stumbled accross your PJ and have spent the past few hours reading! Good stuff! Looks like everything is coming together wonderfully...DF and I are having our DFTW 4/10/11!!! I've barely begun planning...so, thank you for the inspiration! I only have 8 months left o_O...can't wait to see how everything turns out...you guys are such a cute couple ^_^

Thanks, it's taken a lot of time and effort (still is, lol). It gets overwhelming sometimes but it's so much fun! :banana:Can't wait to see you PJ and the end result. Let me know if you need any information, I''ll be happy to help. :thumbsup2

BecBennett, pixie921, Sccrmnky2005: Thank you guys!! It was definitely a great day!:thumbsup2

Here are some pics from my B-day...

My new Coach purse my hubby got me...he's the best!
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/mms_picture6.jpg

Hubby & Me
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http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/mms_picture4.jpg

Went to Maggiano's...this great Italian restaurant in Oak Brook, IL
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/anniesbday.jpg

Stop throwing pictures and let me have my Tiramisu...lol
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/anniesbday3.jpg

Oak Brook Mall
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/anniesbday4.jpg

My new comfy outfit
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/0818101754.jpg

[tinkerbell 766]

Annie, are you already married - I notice you refer to Ed as 'hubby'. Perhaps I have missed something in your PJ!!

[puente0629]

Annie, are you already married - I notice you refer to Ed as 'hubby'. Perhaps I have missed something in your PJ!!

We were married June 29, 2007 in a civil union but we never did a party or had our complete family around for it, so we decided to have our dream wedding with immediate family/friends at our favorite place...Disney! After buying a house and getting settled we finally decided to go for it and we are calling it our "Marriage Celebration.":thumbsup2

[tinkerbell 766]

Aha got ya!!

[NOMNOMNOMS]

Thanks! I'll surely be taking you up on that offer of help and advice...Lord knows I can take all that I can get right now ^_^...So we have WP/ADH/DP @ Italy Isola for 4/10/11....We are expecting 70-100 guests. I wanted to incorporate some cultural elements (Hawaiian)...So i've been scrounging for ideas. Because DF and I loved the feel of ADH, I think we're leaning towards a vintage hawaiian feel...I hope I havent bitten off more than I can chew! Anyhooo... your hubby is definitely a keeper...LOVE the purse! ;)

[bunny_pop]

Happy belated Birthday!!! Love the new Coach purse; very cute.

Ahh Wedding Paper Divas! I got my invitations from them as well. I was really impressed with how fast they were at getting them made and mailed to me. I can't rave enough about them :)

[puente0629]

thanks everyone!! It was a great day and hubby did really well:)

[puente0629]

My custom vintage (hand-painted) wine trunk is finally finished...it's a little vintage paris w/ disney thrown in...

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/winetrunk2.jpg
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/winetrunk3.jpg
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/winetrunk1.jpg
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/winetrunk4.jpg
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/winetrunk5.jpg


I really like how it turned out and i love the idea that if we have a daughter it's something we can hand down (start a new family tradition)

[bunny_pop]

:lovestruc:lovestruc Just Amazing!!!!:thumbsup2 Love it! So vintage and pretty. It's going to be such a nice touch with your wedding.

[goofyfordisney16]

I'm so sorry- I never got to write congrats on your PJ yet. So now I am! LOL. Congrats!:cool1:

I love your ideas for the invites, also I love the wine trunk you just posted pictures of.

[puente0629]

Thanks girlies!!:thumbsup2


3 months and 29 days to go!!!

We can't believe it's flying by and still have so much to do.

I just received our wedding invites and will be receiving my Bride/Groom sign. Also, we just finished moving back to our Florida home, my parents and us drove 1300 miles just to get back. That unfortunately meant that I won't be trying on my dress when it arrives, rather having it shipped to our house and praying that everything is perfect. Hopefully, I'll have pics up for you guys to see

[girli565]

Thanks girlies!!:thumbsup2


3 months and 29 days to go!!!

We can't believe it's flying by and still have so much to do.

I just received our wedding invites and will be receiving my Bride/Groom trunk. Also, we just finished moving back to our Florida home, my parents and us drove 1300 miles just to get back. That unfortunately meant that I won't be trying on my dress when it arrives, rather having it shipped to our house and praying that everything is perfect. Hopefully, I'll have pics up for you guys to seeWow that's a long drive. You're back in FL?

[puente0629]

Wow that's a long drive. You're back in FL?

It was, we made two stops, one in Tennessee and then in Georgia...we live in Cooper City which is close to Pembroke Pines/Davie

[girli565]

It was, we made two stops, one in Tennessee and then in Georgia...we live in Cooper City which is close to Pembroke Pines/Davie
You must be glad to be back in FL and close to your family again. Weren't happy in IL?

[puente0629]

You must be glad to be back in FL and close to your family again. Weren't happy in IL?

I loved living in Chicago and the weather is awesome...we were actually in the process of buying our dream home there but unfortunately due to the market we couldn't sell our house here but hubby got a great job working from home and we were able to come back...everything happens for a reason so who knows whats the future has in store.:thumbsup2

[pezaddict231]

I love the wine trunk, it is awesome. I especially like the little touch of Disney. It makes me wish we drank wine, lol.

Wow, that is a long drive, but it must be nice to be closer to family again. I'm sure the dress will be fine. ;)

[girli565]

I loved living in Chicago and the weather is awesome...we were actually in the process of buying our dream home there but unfortunately due to the market we couldn't sell our house here but hubby got a great job working from home and we were able to come back...everything happens for a reason so who knows whats the future has in store.:thumbsup2
That wonderful that he can work from home! You must love that :)

[puente0629]

I've been MIA because I actually didn't have anything to report:sad1: but now I do :banana: lol...

I just received my gown and bolero jacket, the gown looks amazing and I am really excited! I feel that everything is more real then ever. We also just finish completing our invitations, we just need to go get some postage. I will be posting pics soon of my gown and invites.

My sister and niece ordered 2 different bridesmaid gowns that they found online at Macy's and which ever looks better will be the winner. My mother also found her dress last night which was a miracle because she is so picky. Pictures to come...

We did some adjustments to the BEO, we removed the DP photographer and added the gel centerpieces with an orchid on top for the DP tables. We also bought these great Kodak disposable wedding cameras to leave on the tables so our guests can be the photographers at the DP. Pictures to come...

We made a pretty big decision and decided to change our videographer because they weren't up to the standards we thought a video company should be. We are instead going with Simply Cinematic (which was our first choice) and we now have the peace of mind that our wedding video will be amazing.

This weekend my hubby and I will be heading to Disney World to check out our mock-ups from InBloom Florist and we might be going to Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! I made reservations at the Pop Century so hopefully we get a king size beds because their full is small.

90 days until our Fairytale Wedding!


88 days until the start of our Disney Honeymoon!

[puente0629]

Currently at Disney!!! We are staying at the POP Century, will be going to Epcot tomorrow and then on Sunday going to see our flower mock-ups..yayy!!!:cool1: Hope everyone has a great weekend!

Stay tuned for pictures....

[BecBennett]

Yay! How exciting! I'm so jealous

[puente0629]

Yay! How exciting! I'm so jealous

It was really fun and I can't wait to do it again but in a large group:cool1:

[puente0629]

I finally have some pictures...

My bridesmaids (my sis and niece) trying on dresses...

Horrible dress, even when you tighten it...
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/SDC12718.jpg

lol
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/SDC12720.jpg

Super cute but still not it...
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/SDC12721.jpg
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/SDC12719.jpg

Getting there...
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/SDC12722.jpg

Bingo!!! but unfortunately it would of cost my sis $230 each which is crazy:scared1:, even though we absolutely loved the dress we had to move on...
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/SDC12723.jpg

So between my sister and me we looked at every website and finally found dresses that match my theme and look great on both of them at Macy's (there from a phone so these aren't the best pics)...the shoes will be in ivory

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/Bridesmaiddress-2.jpg
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/bridesmaiddress2-2.jpg

[puente0629]

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/SDC12735.jpg
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We loved the POP, it's a great hotel for the price
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Great Bar
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Next Day: Epcot

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[puente0629]

Epcot, continued...

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Where our dessert party will take place...Rue de Paris
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Last Day
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[puente0629]

At the Florits, InBloom Florist...they were absolutely amazing...their Headquarter was awesome and it had everything you can ever want for weddings. Our florist knew exactly what I wanted and was willing to work on our budget even with my expensive taste lol. He didn't have the exact color scheme or flowers because the flowers they will be using will be flown in from Holland and South America.

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This isn't the candelabra he will be using, they will be crystal candelabra's but the height is the same, oh and no greenery will be used in my wedding...yuck
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The below candelabra's will be used for centerpieces
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[puente0629]

I know I've been neglecting my PJ duties so here are some pictures of my wedding dress that I received a couple weeks ago from the Bridal store in Chicago.:thumbsup2

FYI: The dress is still really big on me so I had to hold it up with my arms on the side. I will be heading up to Orlando on Nov. 20 to have Carolyn Allen do my alterations.

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My hubby's shoes and socks, lol

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I also found my dress for the Spirit of Aloha Show...

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/floraldress.jpg

and the dessert party...
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/dress2.jpg

[puente0629]

2 months and 4 days until we depart for our Honeymoon/Disney Wedding week!!!!


Our ADR Reservations/Schedule:

Friday, Jan. 7 - Arrive:banana:, Check-in the Grand Floridian and distribute welcome boxes

Saturday, Jan. 8 - Check-in to BLT and head to Hollywood Studios (Ed & Annie's Backlot Tour) Dinner at Sci-FI Dine-in @ 6:35pm

Sunday, Jan. 9 - Ohana Character Breakfast at 10:20am Dessert Party @ 7:00am @ Epcot

Monday, Jan. 10 - Rehearsal @ 4:00pm and then Logan Roadhouse in Kissimmee for dinner

Tuesday, Jan. 11 - Wedding Day!!! After reception (ends at 4:00pm) we will change and head to the Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show at 8pm

Wednesday, Jan. 12 - Magic Kingdom, Dinner @ the Crystal Palace @ 6:10pm

Thursday, Jan. 13 - Relax, enjoy the pool and resort (if it's not cold outside)
Dinner @ The Wave...of American Flavors @ 6:50pm

Friday, Jan. 14 - Epcot, dinner @ Les Chefs de France @ 5:00pm

Saturday, Jan. 15 - Downtown Disney, Dinner @ Cape May Cafe @ 6:45pm

Sunday, Jan. 16 - Animal Kingdom, Lunch @ Yak & Yeti @ 1:00pm

Monday, Jan. 17 - Depart :sad1:

[BecBennett]

You're getting so close! Were you happy with all your flowers?

Your dress is beautiful!

[NOMNOMNOMS]

Absolutely GORGEOUS! How exciting!!!

[Disney9.9.10]

Your wedding dress is gorgeous! It really suits you well too! I love the expensive bridesmaid dress, it really goes with your theme, but the one that you ended up choosing is lovely too. Your bridesmaids really seem to be happy with the choice too, which is important. It looks like things are really coming along now, and you are so close to your big day!

[puente0629]

You're getting so close! Were you happy with all your flowers?

Your dress is beautiful!

I was so happy with John from InBloom Florist, when we started talking he got right away the look I was going for and even though the actualy mock-up wasn't exactly my flowers, it gave me an idea how the flowers will look on the candelabra's.

Thanks, I'm so in love with my dress and my hubby, lol!:thumbsup2

[puente0629]

Your wedding dress is gorgeous! It really suits you well too! I love the expensive bridesmaid dress, it really goes with your theme, but the one that you ended up choosing is lovely too. Your bridesmaids really seem to be happy with the choice too, which is important. It looks like things are really coming along now, and you are so close to your big day!

We were really wanted te expensive dress but it was way out of my sister's budget but I think the alternative they found fit the theme and they love it. I feel like the time is going way too fast and there's so much still left to do.

[puente0629]

Absolutely GORGEOUS! How exciting!!!

Thanks!!! We are so excited but at the same time we are stressed.

[bunny_pop]

Ekk! I've missed alot being away. Your dress is lovely!!! You are going to look like a princess :D Your flowers look cool. I understand what you mean about greenery...I didn't have any either. Just wasn't doing it for me.

[puente0629]

Ekk! I've missed alot being away. Your dress is lovely!!! You are going to look like a princess :D Your flowers look cool. I understand what you mean about greenery...I didn't have any either. Just wasn't doing it for me.

Yes you have, lol!

Thanks and I think greenery takes away from the flowers plus I hate the color green, yuck! Also, it's just used to fill in the gaps and I rather have lots more flowers. On the candelabra arrangement we will be adding small touches of ivory feathers.

I never got to see any of your pictures? Have you received any?

[bunny_pop]

Agreed! Oh that sounds lovely with the feathers. :)
Lol, you haven't missed anything at all. I haven't got any yet from my photographer. I'm like going crazy and it's been two weeks. I have a few from friends and guests, but they are not the best quality. When I do get some, I will post them.

[puente0629]

Agreed! Oh that sounds lovely with the feathers. :)
Lol, you haven't missed anything at all. I haven't got any yet from my photographer. I'm like going crazy and it's been two weeks. I have a few from friends and guests, but they are not the best quality. When I do get some, I will post them.

Post what you have, I'm dying to see how your wedding!!! I bet it was beautiful, especially at the Buena Vista Palace. :thumbsup2

[puente0629]

:cheer2:1 month and 29 days until our Disneymoon begins and 2 months and 3 days until our Disney Wedding!!!:cheer2:

[BecBennett]

Wow, that makes me nervous! :lmao: The whole way through your PJ I keep thinking "after she gets married it's almost my turn!" But now seeing your count down get so low! :scared1:

[Skyetk]

Your dress is BEAUTIFUL!!!

[puente0629]

Thanks!!!;)

[puente0629]

Yesterday, my mother and I finished the favors, welcome letters and programs. It's was a long weekend but its less things we have to do later. I still need to reserve the Pet Resort for our doggies, finalize the head count, finish tags for welcome boxes and get the groomsman their gifts.

Favors
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Programs
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Welcome Newsletter
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My mother and mother-in-law finally found their dresses...

This is my mom's dress
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my mother-in-law's dress
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[DisneyLeah]

WOW!!

Great stuff Annie! You did an awesome job choosing everything! I especially love your newsletter! :thumbsup2

thanks for sharing!

[BecBennett]

Your newsletter looks so professional! I love it! The favours are cute too, and match your theme perfectly!

[NOMNOMNOMS]

Absolutely gorgeous! You're getting so close!!! Are you nervous or anxious at all? You seem to have everything under control~ I admire that :)...The favors and programs all fit so perfectly...Great spin on the newsletter too!:goodvibes

[LittleMissMagic]

The programs look lovely, and your newsletter is amazing. Have you already printed them all?

For the location on the program, it says "Dinsey's Wedding Pavilion." Is this a typo?

[puente0629]

The programs look lovely, and your newsletter is amazing. Have you already printed them all?

For the location on the program, it says "Dinsey's Wedding Pavilion." Is this a typo?

Thanks and no that was just the first batch that we caught early so the rest are fine.:thumbsup2

[puente0629]

Absolutely gorgeous! You're getting so close!!! Are you nervous or anxious at all? You seem to have everything under control~ I admire that :)...The favors and programs all fit so perfectly...Great spin on the newsletter too!:goodvibes

I'm starting to get nervous about everything going perfect on the day of the wedding but I know there might be glitches so I'm trying to prepare lol. Everything is pretty much under control but it's a lot of work not using your Disney planner but when you want to save money it's the way to go.

[LittleMissMagic]

Thanks and no that was just the first batch that we caught early so the rest are fine.:thumbsup2

Phew!!! I wasn't sure if I should point that out because I was worried that you might have everything printed already. I'm glad that you caught that early on!

[dreamwedding]

Everything looks Great! I still can't believe how fast time is going now. :cheer2:

[tinkerbell 766]

Annie - everything looks great!!
I notice you are staying at BLT. I am staying her for my VR as well!! Are you planning on having somebody meet your Ana and Misty outside when they arrive as they won't have keycards and you need a keycard to enter BLT? I was wondering this as I not only have Patricia LeJeune and Randy to let in, but also my outside florist will be delivering flowers to BLT on the morning of the VR. Have you designated somebody to do this or are you relying on CMs to allow them in? Thanks.

[puente0629]

Annie - everything looks great!!
I notice you are staying at BLT. I am staying her for my VR as well!! Are you planning on having somebody meet your Ana and Misty outside when they arrive as they won't have keycards and you need a keycard to enter BLT? I was wondering this as I not only have Patricia LeJeune and Randy to let in, but also my outside florist will be delivering flowers to BLT on the morning of the VR. Have you designated somebody to do this or are you relying on CMs to allow them in? Thanks.

What I was planning on doing is have Misty/Ana call up and have someone let them in because our wedding is at 10:00am and I doubt there will be a cast member down there at 4:00am. It's our first time at BLT (our home resort) so we are very excited to check it out, we booked a 1 bedroom lake vie, how about you guys?

[puente0629]

Everything looks Great! I still can't believe how fast time is going now. :cheer2:

It's going crazy fast and before we know it we are both walking down the aisle the same day. :cool1:

[tinkerbell 766]

What I was planning on doing is have Misty/Ana call up and have someone let them in because our wedding is at 10:00am and I doubt there will be a cast member down there at 4:00am. It's our first time at BLT (our home resort) so we are very excited to check it out, we booked a 1 bedroom lake vie, how about you guys?

We have a 2 bed standard view. It is one of my home resorts (along with AKV) but this will be our first trip too!! It's all very exciting isn't it?

[puente0629]

So we exactly 30 days until we leave for Disney!!!!!:cool1: I can't believe it, my hubby and I are running around like crazy getting things ready and listening to DISradio to get in our Disney spirit. :banana:

Like I said we have been packing up and I thought I would share some pics.

We started loading the wedding stuff in the bins we bought to leave at Franck's
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My controlled mess lol
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These are the bags I had made for my sister (MOH) and oldest niece (bridesmaid)
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Here what they will have inside
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These are bags I made my youngest nieces
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Here what will be inside
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closer look
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I bought these eiffel tower candle holders...3 will go on the high boys at cocktail and one will either be places next to the cake or around the buffet.
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Also, had made shirts for the bridal party which are being made and i should receive them next week. When they arrive I'll take pictures and

[tinkerbell 766]

It's all looking great Annie!!
It's getting so close now!! You must be all excitement!!

[pixie921]

Everything looks wonderful -- you're so close now!! :cool1:

[NOMNOMNOMS]

I'm starting to get nervous about everything going perfect on the day of the wedding but I know there might be glitches so I'm trying to prepare lol. Everything is pretty much under control but it's a lot of work not using your Disney planner but when you want to save money it's the way to go.

We're planning on DIY-ing everything we can...I just want to say thanks for all of the inspiration! I'm currently stuck on invites (formatting, wording and just the overall layout). i do this stuff all the time for family but it seems i'm having a creative block when it matters most O_O. We'll be in Disney for out planning session on 12/30! Looks like we'll just miss each other...otherwise i would've totally tried to lurk on you! :goodvibes

[BecBennett]

Everything looks so good! I can't wait to see how everything comes together, it's just going to be beautiful! :goodvibes

[puente0629]

Thanks everyone!!:thumbsup2 I'm trying not to be a perfectionist and trying to just go with the flow but it's so hard, lol. I find myself obsessing over little things and I know I should just enjoy the planning because soon it's all going to be over. I finally have my final guest count which is a total of 24 guests and because we saved money we added a caricature artist duing the reception, i'm so excited, our guests will so enjoy it. We also went from a 3 tier cake to a 3 tier, hopefully it will still look good.

Anyways, I just received the custom shirts I had made, they look great...

my shirt
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my hubby's shirt
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[BecBennett]

That's so good! I'm trying to stop myself from creating custom shirts for everyone. I've got one for DF and I, and a bunch for all the male guests, but they're not custom. The ones you've done though look so good!

[Sccrmnky2005]

I REALLY LOVE those custom made shirts!!:love: Where did you get them? I'm leaving for a cruise in a little over a month with a bunch of friends and family and we wanted custom shirts. But the ones that you can order on the disney site weren't what I was looking for.

[Mindyjoy]

LOVE the shirts!!! Did you make them yourself or did you have them done?

[puente0629]

Thanks girls!!!

Had the shirts made on www.customglamgirl.com and they were shipped fast.

[puente0629]

17 days left until we leave for our Disney Wedding/Honeymoon!

Well, I received a call from my planner (Karen Heyn) this past weekend informing me that she will not be able to be my planner because she accepted a new position. My new planner is Lisa Smith, who honestly so far in this little time has impressed me more then Karen. Karen, I would email one day and I wouldn't here until the week after but so far Lisa has been on the ball responding to my emails the very next day. I think that Karen probably with the new position thing dropped the ball on a lot of things with us, in the beginning she was great but maybe got in over her head with wedding and maybe applying/interviewing for the new job role.

I also I received news that because of a very stupid mistake on my part we still had a minimum room block of 50 when I really just wanted 40 because I knew that 99% of our guests had already made reservations...we have a total of 36 nights booked. But due to a mistake on my part and Karen never getting back to me, the mistake was never caught and now we have 14 nights that are not booked. Now we `have to hope and pray that Disney books them up by our wedding date or we have to pay for those 14 nights!!!! We pleaded and pleaded with Karen but with no avail, I think if Disney really wanted to change it they could and I think if Karen went to bat for us this could be fixed. I'm still in shock and can't believe because of a simply typo we might have to dish out over $1000 for nights we won't be using. With all the money we are already spending on Disney, this should be something that Disney should easily correct for us, for crying out loud "It's Disney, they have enought money!" Sorry for the rant but I needed to get it off my chest...

In other news I ordered 8x10 pictures of my grandmother and father-in-law who have passed away to be displayed in vintage ivory frames at the reception. Also, I received my new custom wedding dress hanger, Disney shirts for the parks and my wedding day purse and I also ordered a "let them eat cake" custom sign for the cake table.

Here are some pics...

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/update2.jpg
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We got are rings cleaned and some nifty boxes for them...
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"Let them eat cake" sign (mine will be a little different)
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/letthemeatcake.jpg

Disney Shirts (got them on sale at www.disneystore.com)
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My hubby's Disney shirts
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[BecBennett]

Wow, you're 3 weeks out... That's nuts! :lmao:

I was about to say "The Hulk's not Disney!" But he is now isn't he? :rolleyes:

[puente0629]

Wow, you're 3 weeks out... That's nuts! :lmao:

I was about to say "The Hulk's not Disney!" But he is now isn't he? :rolleyes:

lol, my hubby has gone to heaven since Disney bought rights to Marvel...he loves the Marvel superheros

[puente0629]

My hubby and I are doing the single digit dance today!!! 9 more days until we leave for our Disney Honeymoon/Wedding!!:thumbsup2

I just can not believe how fast everything is happening.:scared1: I still need to get my hair cut, start packing (which we will start tonight), whiten our teeth, etc. Have all my winter and summer clothes out, we definitely want to be prepared for anything and everything.

I'm loving my new planner, she has been on top of everything. She always gets back to my the same day or at the latest the next morning. I'm so so so glad that Karen (old planner) was offered a new position. :cool1:

Other then that, there's not much to update on...

[BecBennett]

Im so jealous that you're this close to leaving!

[Pumbaa7287]

Congrats and have a ton of fun!

[BecBennett]

In just a little while, you'll be able to say all at once "I'm getting married this year, this month and this week!"

[puente0629]

Thanks!!! I'm definitely saying all that now, lol!:thumbsup2


Well, I just received an email from my wonderful new planner Lisa Smith asking if I wanted to upgrade my dessert party venue...

Currently we were at the Rude de Paris
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/RuedeParis.jpg

and now we are being upgraded to Terrace des Fleurs, yaaayyy!!!:banana: It's prime location at the France Pavilion, plus it on a lower terrace w/ much better views!!! We knew we couldn't get this one because its a minimum of 50 guests so it's a welcomed gift!!

http://www.disneymedialab.com/dvm/concepts/Terrace_des_Fleurs_Photos.pdf

Also, I headed to my local Dollar Tree and bought glow sticks for the dessert party and some coloring books for my nieces and nephews so they can color during the reception.

In other news, we recently bought a new camera, which is so far has been wonderful. The pics come out looking like a professional took it and we are so excited to be able to use it at Disney!!! I'm still packing and there seems no end in sight. i feel like it's a never ending process because we need to pay for both cold and warm and it's a pain in the butt.

More news to come, stay tuned...

[puente0629]

Just checked :surfweb:the weather for our wedding day and it will be...

Partly Cloudy w/ low humidity
High 71
Low 48

Yayyyy!!!! :cool1:That just made my day, perfect weather on our perfect day(wow, did that sound corny)!!!

[sw33t_angel]

YAY! Glad the weather is getting somewhat back to normal for your wedding day!!

4 DAYS!!!! :goodvibes

[BecBennett]

I've already started packing :lmao: I probably shouldn't have, because I'm not entirely sure what's in there now...

That's great about your DP! I've never heard of people being upgraded for those!

I'm hoping for perfect weather on our day too, well I think it's more in denial that it could be anything but! :rotfl:

[BecBennett]

Are my calculations wrong, or are you leaving tomorrow?? :scared1:

How exciting!! If you're too busy to get back here, I hope you have a fantastic time! We'll all be not so patiently waiting for your return. :dance3:

[puente0629]

Are my calculations wrong, or are you leaving tomorrow?? :scared1:

How exciting!! If you're too busy to get back here, I hope you have a fantastic time! We'll all be not so patiently waiting for your return. :dance3:

We actually leave Friday at 5am but my family and I do not count the day we are in and the day we leave so it seems like it's even closer. ;)

I will try my best to post some phone pics and update as much as I can but if I get lazy, I'll see you all back on Jan. 19.

We are so excited and though some family drama happened this week:sad2:, I'm glad that everything was settled and that everyone will have a great week. :cool1:

I currently I'm taking one large, medium and small luggage plus 2 duffle bags. I'm sure I'm exaggerating but I need options just incase I want to change outfits lol. Tomorrow we are taking our dogs to their Pet Resort, I will be doing my nails and picking up my dads and hubby's tuxedo. We also bought white shoe polish so we can write on our cars "getting married at Disney!"

Friday morning we will be on the road with my parents at 5am, hopefully we'll arrive at the Grand Floridian :banana: at 8pm. Once we check-in we'll distribute the welcome boxes to our guests resorts and then drop off wedding stuff at Franck's. Hopefully we'll be done what that by 11am or before because at 12pm I have my final fitting at Carolynn. I'm really praying that everything goes to plan so we can just if the rest of the day before the wedding to relax. :cutie:

[pixie921]

Have a wonderful trip! :goodvibes

[sambycat]

i just want to congratulate you and tell you to have the most wonderful time! i've been on these boards just over a year now myself, and seeing all the folks i identified with because of our dates makes me teary eyed!!!

your plans are so lovely - can't wait to see your beautiful pictures! have a wonderful wonderful time and enjoy!!!

we were switched to lisa as well - i had missed your update about the room etc... - and let me say i hope all did work out and i feel your pain! we found a couple things right after the change that actually changed our totals so that we had to worry about making our minimum!! i hope this change is good for both lisa and karen, both have strengths and we all have weaknesses too, but we are really benefiting from the switch thus far....

happy wedding!!!!!:lovestruc

[tinkerbell 766]

Annie, have a wonderful trip and a magical wedding day!!

[puente0629]

Thanks Chicas!!!

Well, we have arrived at the Happiest Place on Earth!!! :rotfl:We got to the Grand Floridian (complimentary night) at 10am and was greeted by a wonderful gentlemen who informed us that we will be staying on the concierge level :banana:and that we are checked in and should follow is lovely co-worker. We were given the rundown of the resort and shown through the secret concerige elevator. When we arrived at our room it is so beautiful but the real surprise was the view, we have a direct view of Cinderella's Castle!!!!:cool1: I shed a couple of tears because I never expected this, I thought our view was going to be the roof of a building (which I would of been completely fine with). We went to my final fitting at Carolynn's Allen which went amazing, she did such a great job :worship:on my dress, even my mom was extremely impress as she used to be a tailor. After, we headed to the florist who gave us a final rundown and sneak peak of the flowers. Again, everything was perfect and we are even more excited to see the final product.:woohoo: We finally headed to lunch at 2pm at Maggiano's on Int'l Drive which wasz soooo good. After lunch we dropped off our wedding decor bins at the Wedding Pavilion and now we will be handing out the Welcome Boxes to the different resorts.

Hope to report back soon...

[tinkerbell 766]

Yay for arriving. How lovely that you have such a gorgeous room. Keep us posted if you can!!

[BecBennett]

*sigh* I almost wish I had booked in at the GF, just wasn't in our budget though, and I don't like the idea of changing resorts :rolleyes:

I hope you're having a great time!

[KitKat5]

Lucky you getting upgraded! Wish I'd booked into GF! Hope you have a fab time! Cant wait to see your pics! :goodvibes

[puente0629]

So we had our dessert party and it was awesome...our guests loved the desserts and that they were treated like VIP's.:cool1: I must of ate like a gaziilion napoleans, they were delicious and our guests were in love with them:thumbsup2. The only thing I did wish was that after the fireworks they would of let us stay 15more mins, instead we were scooted out of there pretty quickly. Other than that, we can't complain. Oh I almost forgot the best part, my hubby had a huge surprise for me...like I proposed to him he has always wanted to propose to me (he calls it the "right way," whatever lol). So, after our welcome/thank you for coming speech he ended it with a super cute speech to me and him kneeling and asking "will you marry me the day after tomorrow" and of course I said yes!!!:lovestruc He gave me an extra band to go with my original engagement ring and band. :love:

Today, we will be relaxing and then at 4pm heading to the Wedding Pavilion for the rehearsal, hopefully that goes without a hitch.

Stay tuned, more to come soon...

[sw33t_angel]

Awwwww totally love your proposal before your wedding! :goodvibes

Glad the dessert party went well!!!

Have a great rehearsal!!!!

and

a Happy Early Wedding Day!!! :love:

[pixie921]

Aww, how sweet that your dh did that! And it's so nice to hear that you're having such a good time. I hope everything goes perfectly for you tomorrow on the big day! :goodvibes

[geek+nerd]

What a sweet story! I hope rehearsal goes off without a hitch today. Keep us posted!

[girli565]

Happy Wedding Day!!! I hope it's everything you dreamed of and more!

[Aurora2012]

Happy Wedding Day!:goodvibes:cool1::banana::cheer2:

[BecBennett]

HAPPY WEDDING DAY!! :dance3:

Love the proposal story, so cute!

[geek+nerd]

Happy wedding day! I hope it's magical!

[Mydisneywedding]

Happy Wedding Day... I hope you have a great day!!!

[DisneyShamrock]

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[Disney9.9.10]

Happy Wedding Day!! I hope everything goes beautifully!

[DVC Bride 2011]

Happy Wedding Day! I hope it's wonderful and everything you wanted!

[sw33t_angel]

:love: HAPPY WEDDING DAY!!!!! :love:

[tinkerbell 766]

Have a magical wedding day!!!!

[pixiegirl]

Happy Wedding Day!!! Hope it is everything you dreamed of and more!!

[DisneyLeah]

Happy Wedding Day!!! :bride:


and what a sweet story from your Dessert Party!! :lovestruc

congrats!!

[NOMNOMNOMS]

OMIGOODNESS!!! Today's the day! How exciting! Hope it turns out even more magical that you imagined! CONGRATS!!!

[KitKat5]

Happy wedding day!! I hope you have an amazing day!! :goodvibes

[puente0629]

Thanks for everyone's warm wishes!!!

Well, I couldn't of asked for a better day, it was everything I wished for and more! :wizard:I'm even more in love with my hubby then when we first got married 3 1/2 yrs ago.:lovestruc I even had a mom tell her little girl "look that's a real princess," it added to such a magical day. Everyone we worked with was so wonderful and will most reviews when I return. So for now your just gonna have to hold tight, lol.:thumbsup2

[Disney9.9.10]

Glad to hear that things went so well for you!! I also had that "Look mom, it is a real, live princess!" and it was the most amazing feeling ever - because I was that little girl that loved the beautiful princesses. Can't wait to hear more about your special day! Have a great trip and a safe return home!

[sambycat]

so glad tohear how happy you are!!!!:banana:

[pezaddict231]

Glad to hear you had such a magical day! Many congrats and enjoy the rest of your time in Disney!

[puente0629]

Thanks girls!!!

We'll we are still at Disney and will be going back home tomorrow:sad2: but all good things must come to an end (i guess).

We just got some pics from a really good friend of ours...

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[girli565]

You looked beautiful!! Can't wait for professional pics. Who was your photographer?

[puente0629]

You looked beautiful!! Can't wait for professional pics. Who was your photographer?

Thanks!! Ana from Beaute Speciale did a great job. Our photographer was Misty Miotto, so I can't wait to see some of the teaser pics.

[wintermouse]

Congrats and your pictures are beautiful! I can't wait to see Misty's... she is so amazing!!!

Off subject but were you in MK on Sunday night during fireworks by the haunted mansion? There was a girl who looked like you and was talking about her wedding on Tuesday but I didn't want to be weird and ask! IF so we were right in front of you! :goodvibes

[sw33t_angel]

Beautiful!!!! Your dress looks amazing!! :) Can't wait to see your other pics!!! Enjoy your last moment at Disney!! :goodvibes

[puente0629]

Congrats and your pictures are beautiful! I can't wait to see Misty's... she is so amazing!!!

Off subject but were you in MK on Sunday night during fireworks by the haunted mansion? There was a girl who looked like you and was talking about her wedding on Tuesday but I didn't want to be weird and ask! IF so we were right in front of you! :goodvibes

Sunday was our dessert party so we were at Epcot but it most likely could of been Francine another bride on the disboards who had her wedding the same day as me.

[puente0629]

Beautiful!!!! Your dress looks amazing!! :) Can't wait to see your other pics!!! Enjoy your last moment at Disney!! :goodvibes

Thanks! We are so sad about leaving but we know we'll be back soon especially to take advantage of the free annual passes.

[Disney9.9.10]

ugh, leaving day is the worst! lol But your pictures are beautiful! I cannot wait to see your professional pics!

[pixie921]

Everything turned out beautifully! Your dress looked wonderful on you, too!

I have to ask about Mickey Mouse ... I've never seen him in that costume! Was that a special request?

[puente0629]

Everything turned out beautifully! Your dress looked wonderful on you, too!

I have to ask about Mickey Mouse ... I've never seen him in that costume! Was that a special request?

Well, I definitely didn't want the same old costume everyone makes Mickey get plus my theme was 20's/30's and his costume looked like a 20's gangster. It was a big hit with our guests, they absolutely loved his suit.

[pixiegirl]

You looked beautiful!!! You dress was absolutely gorgeous!!

[sambycat]

aaahhh!!!!!! that looks so fun!!!! i love mickeys outfit! you look gorgeous and your dress is truly lovely. can't wait to see more pics of all the reception stuff you worked so hard on!!! right now i am all about loking at the room because we'll be in it in 8 days!!!!

congrats!!!

[CinderelliT]

I've been following your PJ for what seems like forever now. I can't believe you are married (again - lol)!!!! Aggghh! It looked beautiful! Congratulations to the both of you. And I cannot wait to see Misty's Pics. I hope she puts a sneak peek up on FB. I LOVE Misty. She's awesome!

Can't wait to read more about it...

[tinkerbell 766]

Oh Annie I have been away and not able to get to a computer for a few days!! I return to your gorgeous photos!!!! You looked beautiful!! Can't wait to see more!! Many congratulations to you both!!!!

[NOMNOMNOMS]

Thank you for posting the guest pics! You looked amazing :goodvibes!!!

[brer rabbit 28]

Can't wait for more pics. You look amazing and your dress is gorgeous. You can really tell from the pics that everyone had a fabulous time.

[puente0629]

Disney Wedding A++++: It was the best decision we have ever made (besides marrying each other). We are so glad we did it, everything went perfect. The staff was amazing, very attentive and we felt like the King and Queen for the day. The locations we chose fit us and our guests like a glove.


Lisa A. Smith (planner) A-: I give her a A- because she was great at answering emails, asking questions I didn't even think about and she was great at the rehearsal and ceremony. She was doing great at the reception until she disappeared and when Misty took us to the monorail to take pictures, no one knew where we were:confused3 and they kept asking questions. It was minor so she still gets the A.


Disney Catering/Bakery A++++: The food was amazing and everybody was complimenting us all day how great the food was and how stuffed they were. We ended up getting this big dessert tray which was not included in our buffet and it was a great surprise because my guests enjoyed it so much. The cake was so pretty and it tasted soo good!!! People asked for seconds and were again complimenting us how tasty and moist it was.


Misty Miotto (photographer) A++++: I haven't seen our pictures yet so I'm reviewing the person and she was great!!! We are so glad we used her, she worked her butt off to get amazing shots. She was all about the small details and even helped with make-up and hair touch ups. Her husband Nelio was also great and also worked his booty off, lol. We are very anxious to see the pictures and check her website/Facebook everyday. Also, we are so glad we used an outside photographer, with the horror stories we have heard with Disney photography we knew we made the right decision to look outside of Disney, we didn't worry at all.


Simply Cinematic (videographer) A++++: Again, we haven't seen our trailer but they were so professional and great that we are not worried at all that they will produce a video that is nothing less then amazing. They worked great with Misty and were not intrusive at all. We are so glad we got a videographer because there are so many things you miss and that photography won't be able to capture that the video will let you see.


Carolynn Allen's A-: They were great, she did such a great job with my dress and I couldn't of asked for a better tailor. The minus is for my strap, the buttons that snaps to the back of my dress was not on there the day of the wedding but Misty was a quick thinker and used a safety pin. Again, nothing major which was my worry.


DJ Scooter A+++: Our DJ was awesome, he was engaging, funny and played great music. Everyone is still talking about our DJ and how much fun they had even in a such a small crowd. We are really glad we got a DJ, we didn't have to worry about the music and getting people to dance.

Caricature Artist A+++: Again, our guests are still talking about the caricature artist and how they now have a great memory from the wedding. Some of our guests already have framed their picture. The artist was very professional, funny and his work was amazing.

Dessert Party at Epcot A+: We absolutely loved our dessert party and that it was such a unique experience. Once again our guests can't stop talking about it and how much fun they had. The desserts were amazing, especially the napoleans, which everyone loved and finished off. That night it was really cold and they brought our complimentary hot chocolate which was a great surprise.

Let me know if there's anything else you want me to review.

Here are some more guest pics...

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Brides Vestibule, which was very cute and they pipe in the music so you know who is entering
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[puente0629]

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[tinkerbell 766]

Annie your photos are really really lovely!!!!
Any review on BLT and hair and make-up?

[puente0629]

Annie your photos are really really lovely!!!!
Any review on BLT and hair and make-up?

Thanks and I knew I was missing something, lol...

Honeymoon @ Bay Lake Tower A++: Amazing!!! We are so so so glad we purchased this resort as our home base. The rooms were very big and the one bedroom was just the right amount of space for me and my bridal party to get married. Everything was clean and yes, there some things stains and nicks on the furniture (from guests) but nothing major.

I'll post pics soon...


Beaute Speciale (hair & make-up) A++++: Ana and her team were amazing (i know im using that word a lot but it's the best description), they took well care of my bridal party and me. They were so funny which actually helped me calm my nerved down. The make-up stayed on from 7am to 11:00pm at night that we went to the Spirit of Aloha show. My hair looked amazing and it was the same look from the Katy Perry picture I have them and my make-up was soft but put emphasis on my eyes.


let me know if I'm missing anymore:thumbsup2...stayed tuned I'll be starting my TR soon...

[puente0629]

I almost forgot to review, the florist, linens and chairs...stay tuned

[sw33t_angel]

Love all your new photos!!! Where on earth did those huge mickey gloves come from?! :)

[puente0629]

Love all your new photos!!! Where on earth did those huge mickey gloves come from?! :)

The Mickey Gloves came from our awesome DJ!!! He was so ineractive and everyone had so much fun with those mickey hands. lol

[puente0629]

Reviews...

InBloom Florist: What can I say but other than magic!!! They did an amazing job with the arrangements I wanted and went above and beyond what I expected. My bouquet was gorgeous and the flowers were the exact one's I had asked for. John and his team were so professional and they knew exactly what they were doing. I highly reccommend them!!!:thumbsup2

A chair Affair: The chairs were in mint condition and Ana was so great to work with. She genuinely wanted our day to be perfect!! Her prices are awersome and can't be beat. Again, I high reccommend her services!!!

BBJ Linens: There linens are awesome and also in mint condition. Compared to Disney's small selection of linens, BBJ has thousands of linens and a lot less then what Disney is charging. I worked with Cammy and she was wonderful and very professional. I definitely reccommend BBJ linens!!!

[puente0629]

I know it's been a while since I wrote and updated my blog but a lot has happened in the past 2months...my gyno found a lump on my right breast:scared1: and ordered a sonogram which they ended finding a smaller lump on my left breast. Needless to say my husband and I were really scared, they ended having me do a needly biopsy which thank god everything came back negative. :banana: So, now that I'm relaxed and not have to worry anymore I want to proceed with my blog.

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[Disney9.9.10]

Hi Annie! I am sorry to hear about your health scare, but glad that everything is okay - that must have been quite a relief! Your pictures from your wedding day are gorgeous and it looks like it turned out just as you planned! Everything is really beautiful!

[puente0629]

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[DisneyShamrock]

:goodvibes Your photos are just beautiful, and you looked amazing. I'm so glad you started posting your pictures.

And, I'm even happier you're alright. :hug:

[tiggerrifficheidi]

I adore your dress! Just gorgeous!

[pixie921]

Annie, first of all, I'm so glad to hear that you got good results from your biopsies. :goodvibes

Secondly, your pictures are just beautiful! Misty did a wonderful job.

I also noticed that your linens look like they're ironed ... is that true? BBJ sends uncreased linens, vs. Disney who refuses to iron them? If that's true, I'd love to know more about how you went about ordering from them, as far as how you decided what sizes you needed and how many, and how your Disney reps seemed to feel about you working with an outside linen company, if you don't mind sharing! :flower3:

[Sccrmnky2005]

Annie, first of all, I'm so glad to hear that you got good results from your biopsies. :goodvibes

Secondly, your pictures are just beautiful! Misty did a wonderful job.

I also noticed that your linens look like they're ironed ... is that true? BBJ sends uncreased linens, vs. Disney who refuses to iron them? If that's true, I'd love to know more about how you went about ordering from them, as far as how you decided what sizes you needed and how many, and how your Disney reps seemed to feel about you working with an outside linen company, if you don't mind sharing! :flower3:

I would also like to know more about BBJ too, cause if Disney isn't going to iron them, then I would rather get them from outside vendors that do!!

[puente0629]

Annie, first of all, I'm so glad to hear that you got good results from your biopsies. :goodvibes

Secondly, your pictures are just beautiful! Misty did a wonderful job.

I also noticed that your linens look like they're ironed ... is that true? BBJ sends uncreased linens, vs. Disney who refuses to iron them? If that's true, I'd love to know more about how you went about ordering from them, as far as how you decided what sizes you needed and how many, and how your Disney reps seemed to feel about you working with an outside linen company, if you don't mind sharing! :flower3:


I had BBJ Linens deliver the linens and my florist at no charge placed them on the tables. We wanted to keep costs down so we only did overlays for the main tables and Disney provided the basic ivory linens (included) to go under the overlays, cake table, cocktail tables and guestbook table. After, the wedding my planner was nice enough to pack the linens up into the shipping box BBJ left and all we did the next morning was drop it off at our front desk to be shipped. I asked my planner for the sizes of the tables and my planner wasn't really upset at all but that could be because I used outside vendors for my flowers, linens, chairs, decor, photography and videography, lol. :rotfl:

Let me know if you need anymore info..

[pixie921]

I had BBJ Linens deliver the linens and my florist at no charge placed them on the tables. We wanted to keep costs down so we only did overlays for the main tables and Disney provided the basic ivory linens (included) to go under the overlays, cake table, cocktail tables and guestbook table. After, the wedding my planner was nice enough to pack the linens up into the shipping box BBJ left and all we did the next morning was drop it off at our front desk to be shipped. I asked my planner for the sizes of the tables and my planner wasn't really upset at all but that could be because I used outside vendors for my flowers, linens, chairs, decor, photography and videography, lol. :rotfl:

Let me know if you need anymore info..

Thanks, Annie, that helps a lot! I have one more question -- did you just give BBJ the table sizes and they were able to tell what size and how many linens you needed? Or was that info your planner gave you?

[puente0629]

Thanks, Annie, that helps a lot! I have one more question -- did you just give BBJ the table sizes and they were able to tell what size and how many linens you needed? Or was that info your planner gave you?

We gave them the size and what style we were looking for and they sent us pictures by email and samples in the mail. The numbers of linens you need depends on you; if you only want linens for the main reception or do you want linens for the cake, guestbook and cocktail tables as well. IF you are having round tables of 10 and 50 guests you need 5 table linens, if you have square tables of 8 and 48 guests you need 6 table linens. All depends on what you want the linens for and your guest count.

[pixie921]

We gave them the size and what style we were looking for and they sent us pictures by email and samples in the mail. The numbers of linens you need depends on you; if you only want linens for the main reception or do you want linens for the cake, guestbook and cocktail tables as well. IF you are having round tables of 10 and 50 guests you need 5 table linens, if you have square tables of 8 and 48 guests you need 6 table linens. All depends on what you want the linens for and your guest count.

OK, thanks! I contacted them just a little while ago and they've got swatches on the way. :thumbsup2 So glad you told us about them!

[tinkerbell 766]

Annie - Was your officiant Rev Tim? If so, how did he work out for you? Or did I miss the review....:confused3

[puente0629]

Annie - Was your officiant Rev Tim? If so, how did he work out for you? Or did I miss the review....:confused3

lol, I knew I missed someone...

Rev. Tim Herring was extremely good, he made us laugh and he made us have a heartfelt moment which in my opinion is the perfect combo for a wedding. Everyone loved him and commented that it was such a nice ceremony. We did a ring warming ceremony and a wine/note ceremony which he both performed perfectly. I highly recommend him and definitely pay a little extra for him to be at the rehearsal.

[Mindyjoy]

We did a ring warming ceremony and a wine/note ceremony which he both performed perfectly.


I would love to hear more about this, as these are the two things I want to do at our ceremony! Did you have ushers to pass the rings around? How did it work out? For the wine, did you mix the two wines and drink, or how did you do it?

Thanks for any info! :goodvibes

[puente0629]

I would love to hear more about this, as these are the two things I want to do at our ceremony! Did you have ushers to pass the rings around? How did it work out? For the wine, did you mix the two wines and drink, or how did you do it?

Thanks for any info! :goodvibes

Rev. Tim was great at directing this...he had my dad who was also a Groomsman hand over the rings (which were in a little bag) to the person sitting on the end of the aisle, each person blessed the ring and passed it on to the next, while this was happening Rev. Tim continued with the ceremony, then when he was done he asked the Jr. Groomsman to go to the other end and retrieve the rings...For the wine/note ceremony, I had a custom trunk made where we placed our favorite wine and 2 glasses inside, Rev. Tim explained the significance of the the ceremony (we can't open, drink the wine or read the note until our 5th anniversary but if we would find our marriage in trouble before our 5th we should enjoy the wine together and read the note that explains why we fell in love with each other...obviously Rev. Tim said it much nicer and more detailed)...we both bought a Disney postcard to write why we fell in love with each other and had the best man and maid of honor hand us the note so we may place it in the trunk which my husband then closed it and sealed it. Everyone loved our ceremony and thought it was very unique. :thumbsup2

Let me know if you need anymore info...

[Mindyjoy]

Thank you so much, the 5 year thing is exactly what we want to do. Did you have music playing while you were sealing the box?

[tinkerbell 766]

Annie - Sorry another question!!!! How did you manage at BLT with vendors eg hair and make-up? As BLT requires a key-card to gain entrance, did you have your vendors ring your room when they arrived and then have someone go and meet them at the front door? Thanks!!

[puente0629]

Thank you so much, the 5 year thing is exactly what we want to do. Did you have music playing while you were sealing the box?

Yes, we had Michael Buble- you and I playing in the background while Rev. Tim explained the wine/note ceremony all the way through the sealing of the box, it's a great soft long song. :thumbsup2

[puente0629]

Annie - Sorry another question!!!! How did you manage at BLT with vendors eg hair and make-up? As BLT requires a key-card to gain entrance, did you have your vendors ring your room when they arrived and then have someone go and meet them at the front door? Thanks!!

Don't be, I don't mind questions so keep them coming, lol...My vendors would call my cell and either one of my bridesmaids or my mom would head down to let them in. It was a small inconvenience but we loved BLT, it made for some great picture taking, the location was amazing and having the extra room to get ready was definitely a must have. I think anyone getting married should splurge at least for that night a minimum of a 1bedroom villa because the space was needed.

[Bewitch324]

Wow, the pictures you have posted are amazing. Your dress is so gorgeous and you looked beautiful!! Looks like your guests had a wonderful time, I love all the details you planned. Thank you for sharing!!

[pezaddict231]

Your pictures are beautiful! Your dress was gorgeous and you looked beautiful. My favorite pic is the one with the monorail going by but they are all great.

I'm so glad everything turned out okay after your health scare too.

Looking forward to seeing more and hearing about your special day.

[girli565]

Just saw the pictures Misty posted on facebook. Everything looked amazing!

[goodmorningirl]

I just found your thread and read through it in a few hours. Your planning was so detailed. I will be taking a lot of inspiration from you. Your wedding looks like it was an amazing day. The photos are gorgeous! I know it has been awhile since your actual wedding, but congrats and thank you for all of the great reporting you did. :)