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

[puente0629]

Hi Everyone,

I know it might be a little too soon to start a PJ but I just couldn't help myself...

Let's start off with some background on my hubby and I. My name is AnaMaria and I'm 24, born and raised in Miami, FL. My hubby's name is Edward, he's 44, born and raised in East Chicago, IN. I've been a Disney fan ever since I could remember. My parents took me to Disney when I was one and have NEVER missed a year since. My hubby wasn't into Disney all that much until he met me and now he has come over to the "Disney Side". I know some of you might be shocked, as we are obviously 20 yrs apart but in my family it's pretty much common. My father and mother are also 20 yrs apart but in reverse, my mom is 65 and my dad is 45 and have been married 26 yrs (still going strong).

Well, my hubby and I met when I started working at Stiefel Labs. in Dec. 2005, we were just friends as we were both in a serious relationship. About a year and 5 months later we both found each other single and ready to start fresh. Although we both thought different things about each other...a party animal (me) and a workaholic (hubby), lol. We both decided that we might just take a chance and go on a first date (May 17, 2007) and everything we thought went out the window. After the first date we couldn't be a apart and spent everyday with each other. Then we did the most reasonable thing possible get engaged and in the most unconventional way. We were both chatting how we absolutely love each other and how we can't live without one another.:lovestruc Then I asked him, "would you marry me?", after the initial shock he said "Yes!". The next day my hubby wanted to talk to my parents and ask for my hand in marriage. My parents were surprised (for a sec they thought I was preggo's) but said yes and gave us their blessings. That same night we bought 4 round-trip airfare to Chicago, leaving June 28-June 31, 2007. We were married on June 29, 2007 in Chicago, IL at a civil court. :cool1:


Index:

Official theme/inspiration board:
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34104525&postcount=66

Wedding Dress:
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35519396&postcount=83
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=37699539&postcount=270

Save the Date's:
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35534957&postcount=92

Place Card Holder's & Flower Girl Basket:
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35633393&postcount=112

Junior Bridesmaid & Flower Girl Dresses:
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35693842&postcount=114

My Flower Concept:
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36858137&postcount=175

Aisle Runner Sample:
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36623991&postcount=157

Gift Boxes w/ bottled water:
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36674818&postcount=159

Hairpiece, reception shoes & guestbook:
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36521467&postcount=142

Door Hangers for gift boxes:
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36313201&postcount=121

Linens (I chose #1):
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36450807&postcount=124

Floral BEO:
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36462327&postcount=133

Invitation Proofs:
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=37869410&postcount=278

Escort Cards, New Linen, etc.
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=37698321&postcount=269









Day we were married:
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/eddyandannie4.jpg

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/eddyandannie3.jpg

Our mini-reception:
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/eddyandannie6.jpg

My Ring:
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/ring.jpg

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/ring2.jpg


We decided to wait to have a formal wedding when we were financially ready plus we were hoping to buy a new house...which we did (yayyy!!!).:banana: So now that we are comfortable where we are, we knew that no place would do except Disney!!!!!!:cheer2: We are not calling this a "vow renewal" but our "wedding celebration". I'm super excited to start the planning process even though we are a yr and months away. Sorry for the long introduction, hope you enjoyed reading my PJ as I enjoy reading all of yours!!!popcorn::

Some more pic's of us:
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/eddyandannie7.jpg

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/eddyandannie5.jpg

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/eddyandannie2.jpg

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

Happy Reading!!!;)

[MainStMandy]

Welcome and Congratulations!!!

[puente0629]

Inspiration for our theme wedding!


What do you guys think about my inspiration and what do you prefer?:confused3

#1
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/EddysInspiration.jpg

#2
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/AnniesInspiration.jpg

#3
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/aliceinwonderlandtheme.jpg

#4
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/blackwhiteandpink3.jpg

I'm leaning towards the #1 with maybe adding some of the green in #2 and I would remove the bright red from it. So it would be an eggplant color, green and white wedding. We are trying to incorporate the darkness of Tim Burton's version but with some whimsy from the original Alice in Wonderland. I also like #3 but I think it's to nice for a Tim Burton wedding, lol.

Can't wait to hear your opinions...

Thanks!:thumbsup2

[puente0629]

Well, my hubby and I are trying to decide between a wishes and an escape. I'm going to be calling Disney on Monday, 8/23. We really want a reception with a DJ because our families love to dance and get down. :cool1: At the same time we do not want to spend more than $15K including our honeymoon, which of course will be at Disney. If we do an escape we want it at SBP, with a small reception at the ATTIC and a dessert party in the UK pavilion and if we do a a wishes we want the ceremony in the UK with a reception at ADH and maybe (if money permits) a dessert party at the UK pavilion. I keep checking the BEO's to get an idea on how much we would end up spending. Once we get a call from our planner we want to set up a site visit for October.

Also, I have already decided on my centerpieces...

Pics of the centerpieces
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/teapot-centerpiece-1.jpg

Pics of the flowers for the centerpieces
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/flowersforcenterpieces.jpg

[JoJo1980]

Your ideas are beautiful!! I love the teapot centerpiece - they are going to look stunning! My fave theme is #1 The deep dark colours look amazing and will look so intense in photos, I think it's really unique and I can't wait to see how your ideas develop and the actual day!! :goodvibes

[MainStMandy]

We went back and forth between Wishes and Escape too and ultimately Wishes was more cost effective for us. We plan to stay as close as humanly possible to the minimum of $12k (then add in honeymoon). Looking at BEO's is a great idea!

[Boardwalk_bride]

Humm, when I think Tim Burton, I think darker, so your 1st inspiration board suits that....but I love the colours in the 3rd one!

Oh, and I love your e-ring!

[puente0629]

Hi,

Thank you for everybody's comments and opinions!!!:thumbsup2

My hubby and I spent an hour discussing if we should do a wishes or an escape. We both decided to go with a wishes but before we really commit we want to make sure our planner can get us to $12k exactly (obviously that's not including tax and service charge). If we can not get close to it then we rather go with an escape becuz we know we will spend $10K or less.

Does anyone have a recent BEO for a $12K minimum wedding? :confused3

I'm between three dresses, the first two are from Maggie Soterro and the third from Essense of Australia. Let me know what you think?

#1
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/maggiesoterro.jpghttp://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/maggiesoterro2.jpg

#2
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/maggiesoterromelissa.jpghttp://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/maggiesoterromelissa2.jpg

#3
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/essenseofaustralia.jpghttp://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/essenseofaustralia3.jpg

My hubby loves #1 (yes, he saw the dresses, I'm not supersticious) and I love them all!!!!:banana:The prices for all three are great, they are between the $800 to $1500 price.

Thanks again!!!:cool2:

[Boardwalk_bride]

I love them all! But I agree with your hubby, #1 is my fav, followed by 2 than 3

[Chickkypoo]

Oooooh!!!! I love Inspiration #1. I would keep it those same colours. I love the eggplant!

I love dress #3, but dress #1 is nice as well.

There is a 16 year age gap between me and my fiance. To us age is just a number!

[puente0629]

Oooooh!!!! I love Inspiration #1. I would keep it those same colours. I love the eggplant!

I love dress #3, but dress #1 is nice as well.

There is a 16 year age gap between me and my fiance. To us age is just a number!

Same here...my hubby is a kid at heart and he says I'm an old soul. It's great to hear we are not the only big age difference couple at the DISboards, lol. :thumbsup2

[JoJo1980]

I love dress #1 - it's stunning!! I think it will definately add the wow factor along with all your other unique ideas :thumbsup2

[Cleofish]

I concur - I like theme board number 1 & dress number 1 - both stunning!

[MainStMandy]

Oohh I love #1!!!

[puente0629]

Thanks everyone for their input!!!:thumbsup2

I'm definitely leaning towards #1 for inspiration and also #1 for my dress. I have removed #3 from the running, the dress just isn't me.

Coming up...

Bridesmaid Dresses & Bridal Bouquet

[puente0629]

These are my option's for bridesmaid dresses (they will be in black)...

#1
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/bridesmaiddress8.jpg

#2
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/bridesmaiddress7.jpg

#3
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/bridesmaiddress6.jpg

#4
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/bridesmaiddress5.jpg

#5
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/bridesmaiddress3.jpg

#6
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/bridesmaiddress2.jpg

#7
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/bridesmaiddress.jpg

#8
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/bridesmaiddress9.jpg

#9
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/bridesmaiddress10.jpg

I definitely want a dress that my sis and niece can wear again, that why I picked I commom color plus it will go great my color scheme.

Thanks again,:thumbsup2

[BecBennett]

I love the dress in #1, but why is the model standing like that??? It's so weird!

Also, just wanted to mention that those multi coloured roses from theme 3 are awesome! I want some! :laughing:

[puente0629]

I love the dress in #1, but why is the model standing like that??? It's so weird!

Also, just wanted to mention that those multi coloured roses from theme 3 are awesome! I want some! :laughing:

LOL, I know!!! If I looked like her I'll be showing the goods!!!:lmao:

[pezaddict231]

Your plans sound great so far and Yay for getting to have your Disney wedding! I think for the type of wedding you want a wishes wedding is probably the best option. For an Escape, I don't think you can really have a traditional reception, but that doesn't mean you couldn't do an escape and go out dancing somewhere later, just depends on what you want.

Oh Maggie Fiorella! That is a beautiful dress! If my heart hadn't already been stolen by Carrie :lovestruc, how different things might be (I have pics of both in my PJ, if you want to see). You should probably go try on the dresses soon, I had a Maggie dress I loved and always thought would be my wedding dress. Then I went and tried it on and it just wasn't, beautiful, but not my dress :confused:. Until you have it on, you won't know for sure. But don't worry, there are so many awesome Maggie dresses, that one of them is bound to be the right one for you! ;) When you do go to try on Fiorella, make sure they lace you up in it, there is an interior lace up panel and then an outer zipper. That will give you a better idea of how the dress will really fit, the one place I went to tried to tell me it was an optional strap :confused3 so you can't always rely on the consultants to know.

For the BM's I like the first one best, but I find these you need to see in person too and have your girls try on, sometimes in person they don't quite look the same. I also thought I had my BM dress all picked, then I saw it :sad2:, but luckily we found the right dress pretty easily.

Good luck in all your planning! :goodvibes

[tiggersam00]

Ok, kinda weird but my parents are Anne and Ed too lol! Small world! Congrats on the recent wedding and the decision to have a DFTW. I love your ideas so far, I just saw the Alice trailer today and it looks so awesome! I love the colors and style of option 1, dress 1 and BM dress 1 lol! I guess I like all the 1's
Cant wait to hear more about it, you guys look like a wonderful couple:goodvibes

[JoJo1980]

Oooo you gave us lots to choose from!! I think #2 & #5 are lovely :)

[puente0629]

Your plans sound great so far and Yay for getting to have your Disney wedding! I think for the type of wedding you want a wishes wedding is probably the best option. For an Escape, I don't think you can really have a traditional reception, but that doesn't mean you couldn't do an escape and go out dancing somewhere later, just depends on what you want.

Oh Maggie Fiorella! That is a beautiful dress! If my heart hadn't already been stolen by Carrie :lovestruc, how different things might be (I have pics of both in my PJ, if you want to see). You should probably go try on the dresses soon, I had a Maggie dress I loved and always thought would be my wedding dress. Then I went and tried it on and it just wasn't, beautiful, but not my dress :confused:. Until you have it on, you won't know for sure. But don't worry, there are so many awesome Maggie dresses, that one of them is bound to be the right one for you! ;) When you do go to try on Fiorella, make sure they lace you up in it, there is an interior lace up panel and then an outer zipper. That will give you a better idea of how the dress will really fit, the one place I went to tried to tell me it was an optional strap :confused3 so you can't always rely on the consultants to know.

For the BM's I like the first one best, but I find these you need to see in person too and have your girls try on, sometimes in person they don't quite look the same. I also thought I had my BM dress all picked, then I saw it :sad2:, but luckily we found the right dress pretty easily.

Good luck in all your planning! :goodvibes

Thanks for the advice, I'll definitely look in to it!!!:thumbsup2

We thought we knew we wanted a wishes wedding but I called the representative and she advised me that the prices for 2011 will most likely be raised. :confused3 Obviously, I do not know the extent of it but I hope it's not another $2K added to a wishes minimum. :scared1:

[puente0629]

Ok, kinda weird but my parents are Anne and Ed too lol! Small world! Congrats on the recent wedding and the decision to have a DFTW. I love your ideas so far, I just saw the Alice trailer today and it looks so awesome! I love the colors and style of option 1, dress 1 and BM dress 1 lol! I guess I like all the 1's
Cant wait to hear more about it, you guys look like a wonderful couple:goodvibes

:lmao: lol, that so funny!!! I saw the trailer the other day as well and it looks great, we are hoping to give the movie as part of our gifts that will left in each guests rooms. I'm also interested in all the one's.:thumbsup2

Thanks again for everyone's advice...

[puente0629]

I have some idea's for my bouquet...:rose:

#1
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/bridalbouquetoption1.jpg

#2
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/bridalbouquetoption2.jpg

#3
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/bridalbouquetoption3.jpg

#4
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/bridalbouquetoption4.jpg

#5
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/bridalbouquetoption5.jpg

#6
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/gardenia-bridal-bouquet.jpg

#7 - In white
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/pinkbridalbouquet.jpg


Even though I want to incorporate Tim Burton, I still want to have a light color within the black.

Thanks for you help...

[Chickkypoo]

For the dresses, I love #1 & #5.

As for the bouquets, I really like #4

Looks like things are coming together nicely.

[pezaddict231]

I think my favorite bouquet is 5, but I also really like 6 and 7. Love those feathers in 7!

[JoJo1980]

#6 and #7 are my faves - they are so pretty!

[puente0629]

Hi,

I might just do #6 with some white anemones (picture below of the flower) and some feathers like in #7. What do you think?

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

Even though I know we are a long way from the wedding, I know what I like and don't like pretty much, so it's easy for me to pick samples. Hopefully I keep this up so by the time I get to talk to Disney, I'll have everything ready.;)

[puente0629]

Hey girls and boys,

I need help...

So my hubby and I did some number crunching and we found that an escape with a small reception and dessert party would be a lot less then a wishes, we would save over $2k (yes, we included service charge and tax). Those $2k or more that we will save, will come in handy for paying the honeymoon off.

Now for the questions...

I just need to get something clear:confused3...we can have a reception (maybe not a 4 hour one) with an escape but I would have to do the leg work, correct? Meaning, I would have to book the Attic or any other venue I would like for my reception, the dessert party and florist (centerpieces, etc.) myself? How long can the reception be? Would my family and I need to set up the reception decor or would our planner help us out with it? Also, can we rent an IPOD for music during the reception? Can we transfer the centerpieces I got to the dessert party? Would we have to do it or can we hire someone else to do it? The ceremony decor can arranged with the planner, right?

Thanks,:thumbsup2

[JoJo1980]

Hi,

I might just do #6 with some white anemones (picture below of the flower) and some feathers like in #7. What do you think?

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

Even though I know we are a long way from the wedding, I know what I like and don't like pretty much, so it's easy for me to pick samples. Hopefully I keep this up so by the time I get to talk to Disney, I'll have everything ready.;)

i love that idea :thumbsup2 Very pretty and you get your fave bits out of each design!

Hey girls and boys,

I need help...

So my hubby and I did some number crunching and we found that an escape with a small reception and dessert party would be a lot less then a wishes, we would save over $2k (yes, we included service charge and tax). Those $2k or more that we will save, will come in handy for paying the honeymoon off.

Now for the questions...

I just need to get something clear:confused3...we can have a reception (maybe not a 4 hour one) with an escape but I would have to do the leg work, correct? Meaning, I would have to book the Attic or any other venue I would like for my reception, the dessert party and florist (centerpieces, etc.) myself? How long can the reception be? Would my family and I need to set up the reception decor or would our planner help us out with it? Also, can we rent an IPOD for music during the reception? Can we transfer the centerpieces I got to the dessert party? Would we have to do it or can we hire someone else to do it? The ceremony decor can arranged with the planner, right?

Thanks,:thumbsup2

I didn't have a reception but i'm sure that you will be able to do something like many other brides. I'm not sure whether it can be a reception with dancing or just a meal :confused3 Your planner will definately offer you advice and will either help you or point you in the direction of a disney staff member who can :thumbsup2 You'll find that most things are possible once you start discussing things with your planner - they are all amazing!!

I think disney will set up decor etc.. for you, at most locations - but they will charge for it. Yes, the ceremony decor is arranged through your planner who will then get someone from the floral department to contact you.

[Bridie1996]

Hey girls and boys,

I need help...

So my hubby and I did some number crunching and we found that an escape with a small reception and dessert party would be a lot less then a wishes, we would save over $2k (yes, we included service charge and tax). Those $2k or more that we will save, will come in handy for paying the honeymoon off.

Now for the questions...

I just need to get something clear:confused3...we can have a reception (maybe not a 4 hour one) with an escape but I would have to do the leg work, correct? Meaning, I would have to book the Attic or any other venue I would like for my reception, the dessert party and florist (centerpieces, etc.) myself? How long can the reception be? Would my family and I need to set up the reception decor or would our planner help us out with it? Also, can we rent an IPOD for music during the reception? Can we transfer the centerpieces I got to the dessert party? Would we have to do it or can we hire someone else to do it? The ceremony decor can arranged with the planner, right?

Thanks,:thumbsup2

I am an escape bride, and have been looking at options for after the ceremony. Your planner would be able to book the dessert party for you, and if you decide to do a meal , the attic or one of the ballrooms. I was originally looking into a meal at one of the boardwalk restaurants, but then my parents offered to pay for the meal portion and said they wanted buffet.

Which left me to a ballroom or the Attic since I wanted to keep it in the boardwalk area. My planner has given me a choice b/w the Marvin Gardens ballroom and the attic since the St. James room is booked the night of our wedding. She has also booked UK lochside for our DP.

For an escape, you can book the attic for 2 hours. I wasn't given a time limit on the Marvin Gardens ballroom.

I'm not sure about the restaurants, but I think you'd have to book one of those yourself, with the usual time-frame restrictions. I don't know about the centerpieces yet as I haven't gotten to that point in the planning and we'll be brining our own Ipod for the music!

I'd suggest purchasing Lurkyloo's (Carrie's) e-book about planning a disney wedding if you haven't done so already. It will answer a lot of basic questions.

HTH:goodvibes

[puente0629]

I am an escape bride, and have been looking at options for after the ceremony. Your planner would be able to book the dessert party for you, and if you decide to do a meal , the attic or one of the ballrooms. I was originally looking into a meal at one of the boardwalk restaurants, but then my parents offered to pay for the meal portion and said they wanted buffet.

Which left me to a ballroom or the Attic since I wanted to keep it in the boardwalk area. My planner has given me a choice b/w the Marvin Gardens ballroom and the attic since the St. James room is booked the night of our wedding. She has also booked UK lochside for our DP.

For an escape, you can book the attic for 2 hours. I wasn't given a time limit on the Marvin Gardens ballroom.

I'm not sure about the restaurants, but I think you'd have to book one of those yourself, with the usual time-frame restrictions. I don't know about the centerpieces yet as I haven't gotten to that point in the planning and we'll be brining our own Ipod for the music!

I'd suggest purchasing Lurkyloo's (Carrie's) e-book about planning a disney wedding if you haven't done so already. It will answer a lot of basic questions.

HTH:goodvibes

Thank you so much for the info!!!

Carrie's book is great, I get it free because I'm a Passporter member.

Are you going to be doing a site visit? If you are do you mind sending me some of the pics?

Thanks!!!:thumbsup2

[puente0629]

I heard you can only use the Attic for 2hrs if you an escape bride...is their anyway to pay a fee or something to have it an extra 3 hours?

We are leaving to Tennessee tomorrow for a long weekend with my sis and brother-in-law, we are so excited (never been)!!!!! Then next week we leave to Universal Studios for 4 days and 3 nights with my nieces!!!!!

[LLLBelle]

Joining in. . .

I love your ideas so far. The dresses are all gorgeous and I really like the theme you are going with. The anemones would be lovely to balance the darker colors.

[BecBennett]

Don't bother trying to rent an Ipod, any mp3 player will do and you can buy them pretty cheap these days, that way you can play around with the music you want on it.

[Bridie1996]

Are you going to be doing a site visit? If you are do you mind sending me some of the pics?

Sorry, we aren't planning on doing a formal sight visit. Escape brides don't get one and we can't afford it right now anyway. We'll be going to Disney around Christmas, but that will be just a few weeks before the wedding. I'll take lots of pictures and would be happy to post them on here, but I'm sure if you search through some of the completed trip reports you'll be able to find pictures of the attic and ballrooms!

Sorry I couldn't be of more help.

Also, the time limit in the attic for escape brides is indeed 2 hours, but I don't know about extra time for a fee. The 2 hour limit is perfect for us, so I didn't think to ask.

[tiggersam00]

Love the white anmones, I am using them in purples for mine :) Such a lovely elegent choice IMHO:goodvibes, oh and I think you can get the attic for 3 hours. I know other escape brides have done it, maybe post on the main board and see what other people say. I bet Carrie or Toni will have the answer for you as they both had recpetions there and are DFTW experts:goodvibes

[puente0629]

Hi everyone,

We are back from a mini trip to Tennessee!!

Thanks for everyone's comments!!!!

[puente0629]

Are you going to be doing a site visit? If you are do you mind sending me some of the pics?

Sorry, we aren't planning on doing a formal sight visit. Escape brides don't get one and we can't afford it right now anyway. We'll be going to Disney around Christmas, but that will be just a few weeks before the wedding. I'll take lots of pictures and would be happy to post them on here, but I'm sure if you search through some of the completed trip reports you'll be able to find pictures of the attic and ballrooms!

Sorry I couldn't be of more help.

Also, the time limit in the attic for escape brides is indeed 2 hours, but I don't know about extra time for a fee. The 2 hour limit is perfect for us, so I didn't think to ask.

We will probably be doing a site visit in October but that's still up in the air because we so many things already planned for this year.

I'm really hoping to get the Attic for 3hours so hopefully Carrie has an answer for me, she usually does, she great help.:thumbsup2

[puente0629]

These are my cake idea's...

#1- without the calla lilies
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/cake.jpg

#2-with mickey and minnie ears
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/blackandwhitecake4.jpg

#3-smaller of course
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/blackandwhitecake.jpg

#4-in black and white
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/pinkweddingcake.jpg

#5-in black and white
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/orchids-wedding-cake2.jpg

If worse comes to worse we might just get the modern deco cake from the escape package and change the colors to black and white and take the gold dots and make them silver.

Let me know what you think...

[Boardwalk_bride]

I vote for #1. I think it suits your theme best, and, I just love crazy mad hatter cakes!:goodvibes

[Chickkypoo]

I love #1 (it goes with your theme) and #2. I think that the Art Deco Cake in Black/White & Silver would work too (and save you money, as it's already supplied!)

[CassIS300]

Definetly #1 It speaks Tim Burton...very nightmare before christmas! Awesome!

[puente0629]

Maybe I'll take from cake #1 and add the art work from cake #2? What do u think?

[Lorelei528]

Hi Annie and Welcome!

Congrats!

I wanted to say hi because:

1. I'm 9 1/2 years older than my hubby. :)
2. We had a civil ceremony before our Disney Wedding but NEVER not ONCE referred to our Disney Wedding as a VR! Exactly like you DH and I called it our Wedding. The city hall thing was the marriage (with vows I don't even remember!) Neither did any of our vendors or my coordinator at DFTW! (Tanis, LOVE her!)

Anyway, I love your ideas! I love all the dark purples and the luxe, mysterious feel of your theme!

Anyway, we had an Escape Wedding at SBP with a dinner reception in the Wine Room at Jiko and a DP in Morocco...

So far, it looks like you've gotten some great answers for your questions, but let me know when other things come up (Escape bride wise anyway) I can try to help as much as I can...

Keep up the good work!

I like Inspiration Board #1...have to decide about the cake and the bouquet...I'm leaning towards dress #1... :)

Can't wait to read more about your plans!:goodvibes

[Ann117]

I love your inspiration boards. I think you should use the colors of one but some of the ideas in 3. I love all ur ideas everything looks great

[BecBennett]

I like cake no. 2 mostest :lovestruc but I also like your idea of a mad hatter with 2's pattern

[LLLBelle]

I really like the second one. It's beautiful.

[Sarah <3 Disney]

I liiiike... the design of #2 with the shape of the tiers in #5. I could definitely see that in black and white with like, red roses going down the side of the cake. Looks good in my mind! :rotfl:

Mad hatter would be nice too... but you just see those so often nowadays.

[MainStMandy]

Ohhh I love #1 and #2 best!!

[puente0629]

Thanks so much everyone, I'm started to get everything together now...

[puente0629]

Hi Annie and Welcome!

Congrats!

I wanted to say hi because:

1. I'm 9 1/2 years older than my hubby. :)
2. We had a civil ceremony before our Disney Wedding but NEVER not ONCE referred to our Disney Wedding as a VR! Exactly like you DH and I called it our Wedding. The city hall thing was the marriage (with vows I don't even remember!) Neither did any of our vendors or my coordinator at DFTW! (Tanis, LOVE her!)

Anyway, I love your ideas! I love all the dark purples and the luxe, mysterious feel of your theme!

Anyway, we had an Escape Wedding at SBP with a dinner reception in the Wine Room at Jiko and a DP in Morocco...

So far, it looks like you've gotten some great answers for your questions, but let me know when other things come up (Escape bride wise anyway) I can try to help as much as I can...

Keep up the good work!

I like Inspiration Board #1...have to decide about the cake and the bouquet...I'm leaning towards dress #1... :)

Can't wait to read more about your plans!:goodvibes

That's awesome to hear!!! Do you have pics of your day and if you don't mind can I see your BEO?

Oh and thanks for the advice, I really appreciate it!!!:thumbsup2

[puente0629]

Hey,

Well, I finally have an update...my hubby has been talking about having a Wishes wedding instead of an Escape:confused:, so now we comprised to wait until we speak to a consultant to get a comparable BEO.

Also, we have been checking out decor's for our ceremony...check out what we have come up with so far...


Have these hanging from the ceiling.
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/ceremonyflowers3.jpg

OR

Have one set of these
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/ceremonydecoration.jpg

OR

Have a set of these
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/ceremonyflowers2.jpg

AND

Petals down the aisle
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/aisledecoroption2.jpg

What do you think? I'm trying to make it whimsical but elegant...

[MainStMandy]

We went back and forth between wishes and escape and ultimately decided we spend just as much with Wishes but get more for our money. Our WP described Escape weddings as more of an elopement.

I love your pics!! I love the hanging pomanders!! I love the petals down the aisle too...I heard Disney charges a FORTUNE for petals though.

[puente0629]

We went back and forth between wishes and escape and ultimately decided we spend just as much with Wishes but get more for our money. Our WP described Escape weddings as more of an elopement.

I love your pics!! I love the hanging pomanders!! I love the petals down the aisle too...I heard Disney charges a FORTUNE for petals though.

Yeah, that what I keep hearing but I still want to make sure that a wishes would be the same as an escape.


Thanks..we aren't going to use as much petals like the pic but just enough...

[Lorelei528]

I think a lot of Escape Brides would disagree and also take offense with the planner that said Escape wedddings are more like elopements.
Elopements are traditionally kept a secret and it is just bride and groom, no guests, no meal or celebrations of any sort (for anyone besides the bride and groom).

I'm sure I'm not the only Escape bride who added things on to her wedding, including a meet and greet dinner, a dessert party, a dinner reception and a good bye brunch, yet also kept it small and pretty affordable. (I also upgraded flowers, had centerpieces at the dinner reception etc.)

I think this is a problem with DFTW's and the perceptions that people have. You have more than 2 options besides having the basic no extras Escape wedding or jumping right to a Wishes wedding. There's loads of options and things you can add on to an Escape to make it as unique as a Wishes wedding.

[MainStMandy]

I think a lot of Escape Brides would disagree and also take offense with the planner that said Escape wedddings are more like elopements.
Elopements are traditionally kept a secret and it is just bride and groom, no guests, no meal or celebrations of any sort (for anyone besides the bride and groom).

I'm sure I'm not the only Escape bride who added things on to her wedding, including a meet and greet dinner, a dessert party, a dinner reception and a good bye brunch, yet also kept it small and pretty affordable. (I also upgraded flowers, had centerpieces at the dinner reception etc.)

I think this is a problem with DFTW's and the perceptions that people have. You have more than 2 options besides having the basic no extras Escape wedding or jumping right to a Wishes wedding. There's loads of options and things you can add on to an Escape to make it as unique as a Wishes wedding.

I didn't mean to be offensive...I think what my WP was trying to say is that Escape weddings are designed to be more low-key...simple. I think it's great they work out for some people by adding things to them, which you are right, wouldn't make it an elopement. She said when you start adding things that she tries to sway brides to Wishes because it was designed to be customizable. I think we on the dis are probably not the norm for Escape brides at Disney. I know of a co-worker at another location who did an Escape wedding just as it's designed. No outside photography and nothing but a small simple dinner afterwards. Just my .02.

[puente0629]

I think a lot of Escape Brides would disagree and also take offense with the planner that said Escape wedddings are more like elopements.
Elopements are traditionally kept a secret and it is just bride and groom, no guests, no meal or celebrations of any sort (for anyone besides the bride and groom).

I'm sure I'm not the only Escape bride who added things on to her wedding, including a meet and greet dinner, a dessert party, a dinner reception and a good bye brunch, yet also kept it small and pretty affordable. (I also upgraded flowers, had centerpieces at the dinner reception etc.)

I think this is a problem with DFTW's and the perceptions that people have. You have more than 2 options besides having the basic no extras Escape wedding or jumping right to a Wishes wedding. There's loads of options and things you can add on to an Escape to make it as unique as a Wishes wedding.



I'm actually hoping to have an Escape but my hubby keeps thinking it would be the same and less work for us with a Wishes. He was also saying that we would have an actual planning session..which I kind of like.
Thanks!!:thumbsup2

[RadnerBell]

I vote 1....it will fit ur theme.....

[RadnerBell]

My bff had a wishes wedding and it was to to to to to much,,,, as far as money and what was all going on. I am not saying it wasnt great but it is not me or anyone else it was my friend to a T. I am the one who wants the Escape wedding and i know that it will be just as good as my friends but more my style... It is all about what u make of it... I think that an escape wedding is great cause u still have options and it seems like there is less stress than a wishes wedding. I dont know if it is cause my friend is un organized or what ....It is all that u make it...

Ur wedding will be all about u know matter what kind it is....

[puente0629]

Hi,

Well I haven't updated in a while because so many things have been going on. First, we became Disney Vacation Club member's last week!!!! Second, my sis and nieces moved because they just sold their house. Last, my hubby has been going to interview's for a job in his hometown Chicago, so we might be moving.:scared1: eeekkk!!!

We are thinking about moving our wedding date up to November or December 2011 due to the weather (June is a scorcher) and if we end up moving to Chicago it will give us time to recover the some money back.

That's all for now, hope to have more new's soon...

Thanks,:)

[disneygal922]

Hi! I just saw the link to your pj from your post on the DVC board. We just joined DVC too! We will be making our first trip to BLT for our DFTW and honeymoon in April. So I need to go and read completely through your PJ now.

Oh, btw, i live in the Chicago SW Burbs. Pushing the wedding back a few months may be a good idea if you do move. DF and I have been engaged 2 years and can't imagine how tight money would be if we had bought a condo and tried to save for the wedding all within a year. Chicagoland housing is expensive!! HTH! Can't wait to hear more of your plans.:goodvibes

[ZipADeeEm]

Hi Annie!

I just looked over your PJ and LOVE your ideas!! I sent you a PM about the menus--hope that helps!

I love my DVC--been a member for 3-4 years. I love Disney and travel so it doesn't get any better than that!! DVC rocks!

I'm also an Escape bride (we think we'll have a total of 24), and we added a reception at Narcoossee's. You can make Escape as complex or simple as you like. I say that I'm a Wishes bride without the room block!

Take care. I'm going to subscribe!!

:cool1:

[puente0629]

Hi! I just saw the link to your pj from your post on the DVC board. We just joined DVC too! We will be making our first trip to BLT for our DFTW and honeymoon in April. So I need to go and read completely through your PJ now.

Oh, btw, i live in the Chicago SW Burbs. Pushing the wedding back a few months may be a good idea if you do move. DF and I have been engaged 2 years and can't imagine how tight money would be if we had bought a condo and tried to save for the wedding all within a year. Chicagoland housing is expensive!! HTH! Can't wait to hear more of your plans.:goodvibes

Yeah, that's probably what we may do if he get's the job...we'll be neighbor's, lol!!

[puente0629]

Hi Annie!

I just looked over your PJ and LOVE your ideas!! I sent you a PM about the menus--hope that helps!

I love my DVC--been a member for 3-4 years. I love Disney and travel so it doesn't get any better than that!! DVC rocks!

I'm also an Escape bride (we think we'll have a total of 24), and we added a reception at Narcoossee's. You can make Escape as complex or simple as you like. I say that I'm a Wishes bride without the room block!

Take care. I'm going to subscribe!!

:cool1:

Thanks for the menu...

I'm thinking about changing to a wishes wedding because we want to invite a couple of more close family members so it depends if they say yes.

[puente0629]

Hey,

Well, my hubby got the job offer for the new VP position in Chicago...so I guess we are moving!!! :scared1: I'm so excited but at the same time extremely nervous but I know this is a great move for the both of us. So, now we are trying to decide the new best wedding date for us, either 11/1/2011 or 12/1/2011...decisions, decisions!!!!:confused3

We are also thinking about changing the theme for the wedding...doing a Parisian/Vintage/Gatsby look, something like this...

Inspiration Boards
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/vintageblush-797362.jpg

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/great-gatsby-wedding-inspiration-bo.jpg

Table Decor
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/youngstown_wedding_photography_25.jpg

Hairstyle
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/weddinghairstyle4.jpg

Boutonniere

have the ribbon in black
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/bestmanboutonniere.jpg

Cake
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/anemone-wedding-cake.jpg

Bouquet
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/bridalbouquetoption6.jpg

With black and white anemone

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/black-and-white-anemone.jpg

Any opinions?

[pezaddict231]

Congrats to your DH, that sounds like a great opportunity! Good luck with the move.

Hmm, November or December... December 1st is kinda close to Thanksgiving, people may already be traveling for that so to travel the week after for the wedding may not be possible for them. You know your family and friends and if that's the case, but just something to consider. In December you'd have all the Christmas decorations up and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, which could both be really fun.

Both the new theme ideas are great. I think I like the first inspiration board a little better.

[puente0629]

Congrats to your DH, that sounds like a great opportunity! Good luck with the move.

Hmm, November or December... December 1st is kinda close to Thanksgiving, people may already be traveling for that so to travel the week after for the wedding may not be possible for them. You know your family and friends and if that's the case, but just something to consider. In December you'd have all the Christmas decorations up and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, which could both be really fun.

Both the new theme ideas are great. I think I like the first inspiration board a little better.

We considered that but like like it's a "destination" wedding I'm sending the Save the Date's well in advance that our family and friends would know that they have a commitment on Dec. 1, also I spoke to many of them and this would be their big trip for the year.

[MainStMandy]

Oh I love the new look! That cake is just gorgeous!!

[Chilly]

I like both the old and new themes.

[puente0629]

Thanks...I'm deciding between both still. Now that we pushed the date up, it sucks to know we have to wait even longer to start the actual planning with a coordinator.

[puente0629]

Hi,

We finally chose a date...Dec. 1, 2011 and we decided how many days to stay at WDW and when to take our Disney Cruise. We will be staying at Disney's BoardWalk from Nov. 20-Dec. 11 and then we are going on the Disney Dream from Dec. 11-15. Though, we might split our stay between the BoardWalk and Bay Lake Tower.

We just put our house on the market and will be moving soon to Chicago.:scared1:

[puente0629]

Hi,

So I haven't had many updates lately but with a wedding 2 yrs away there wasn't much to plan...but GOOD NEWS:banana:...we are moving up the wedding date to 1/11/11 which is less then a year away:scared1:...I just called Disney and we were assigned Bill as a planner and I am suppose to receive a call soon from him...has anyone had him for a planner, if so, how was/is he?...Once we have our date set in stone we will start sending our the save the date's followed by newsletters, as my family needs a lot of info when traveling and for a wedding (latino's, lol)...


Ceremony Location: French Pavilion in Epcot -or- SBP

Reception: Attic -or- Atlantic Dance Hall (Brunch)

Save the Date's:

This one with a vintage paris pic...
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/savethedate9.jpg


This one in black and a light antique pink
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/savethedate1.jpg

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/savethedate4.jpg

[MainStMandy]

How exciting!! You girls that get in on the special pricing is AWESOME!!

I like the second STD the best!! Very cool!

[LLLBelle]

So exciting that you are moving the date up! :cool1: I like all of the save the dates, I think I like the third one best, but I think the second one might fit your over all theme better.

[puente0629]

I spoke to Bill today and he has put on hold our date of 1/11/11 for the French Pavilion and the Attic...I am so freaking excited!!!! :cool1: I already sent to him the room blocks, we chose the BoardWalk, Port Orleans-FQ and the POP Century!!! I'm also looking through the Brunch and Bar packages, probably going with Tinkerbell's Brunch and the beer and wine package. Just waiting for the LOA and we are good to go!!!!:thumbsup2

[pink_tink8i8]

congrats on getting your date!! that's exciting :yay:

[BecBennett]

Wow, everything seems to be happening so quickly for you now! How exciting!

I love the pic of the bouquet! I've stolen a copy for my inspiration pics :laughing:

So have you moved yet? I love the idea of moving house, but hate the idea of moving towns, so I hope everything works out for you.

[puente0629]

Wow, everything seems to be happening so quickly for you now! How exciting!

I love the pic of the bouquet! I've stolen a copy for my inspiration pics :laughing:

So have you moved yet? I love the idea of moving house, but hate the idea of moving towns, so I hope everything works out for you.

Everything IS happening really quick, which isn't bad but a lot of work. My husband is already up there with his mom and I've been traveling back and forth but this week we are officially moving to Chicago. We are doing a road trip from Ft. Lauderdale to East Chicago, IN. I'm flattered you like my idea for the bouquet...I'll check out your PJ...

[puente0629]

Bought the monogram garter in pink and white...looks similar to this...
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/garter.jpg


Also, I bought my hubby's cufflinks...
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/cubscufflink.jpg

[pink_tink8i8]

your garter and cufflinks are so cute!

[BrittLeshea]

My DREAM is to get married at the France pavillion at Epcot! I'm totally going to follow your PJ and TR! Exciting! Congrats!! :cool1:

[puente0629]

Hi,

Today I went dress shopping with my hubby...I found and put the deposit for my dream dress, I absolutely love it and so does my hubby!!! It's a Maggie Sottero dress called Fiorella...

Here is the pic of the dress...

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

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/IMG00077-20100220-1512.jpg

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/IMG00076-20100220-1511.jpg

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/IMG00075-20100220-1510.jpg

[pink_tink8i8]

very pretty :goodvibes

[Pirate's Princess]

Awesome dress! You look gorgeous. I love the one strap!

[MainStMandy]

Congratulations! You look beautiful!

[Disneylover79]

I am so excited for you...you have a lot going on...I am not a Disney Bride yet, but I like what you have for plans so far and am going to follow along so when the time comes I am ready to start planning....

[ZipADeeEm]

Yeah for the dress! It's beautiful. And you can just see on your face that this is indeed the dress for you! Congrats!

[SuzeQ]

I loved reading your PJ and your dress is beautiful on you!:goodvibes
I can't wait to read more!

Suze

[c1nd3r311a52010]

Beautiful dress, I love Maggie's!

[TinkLoverSam]

Gorgeous Dress!

[puente0629]

Hey girlies,

Well, I just ordered my Save the Date's and they will look like the pic below...they are luggage tags made to look like vintage post cards...what do you think?

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

[TinkLoverSam]

They are AWESOME! I love old Paris stuff, all the pictures in my condo are black and whites of Paris!

[tiggerrifficheidi]

Your STDs are AMAZING! Did you design them yourself?

[MainStMandy]

WOW!! Gorgeous STD's!!

[girli565]

Those are amazing! I love the little Mickey ears!

[puente0629]

Your STDs are AMAZING! Did you design them yourself?

Thanks...I found a lady on Etsy who made them but with a tropical theme, so I pitched her my idea's and their it is, lol.

[tiggerrifficheidi]

Thanks...I found a lady on Etsy who made them but with a tropical theme, so I pitched her my idea's and their it is, lol.

Good job!

[puente0629]

Okay, so we changed our venue's from Sea Breeze Point and the Attic to the Wedding Pavilion and the Whitehall Room...we changed because first my dress (at least I think so) was way to formal for SBP and we wanted a DJ so my family can party...

[girli565]

Okay, so we changed our venue's from Sea Breeze Point and the Attic to the Wedding Pavilion and the Whitehall Room...we changed because first my dress (at least I think so) was way to formal for SBP and we wanted a DJ so my family can party...
Good choices! Those were my first choices before we changed it.

[pink_tink8i8]

your STD are so cute! love the post cards

[puente0629]

So, we booked our planning session for Friday, July 2nd...we will be arriving July 1st and departing July 6, staying at the Animal Kingdom Villas...my parents will be driving up and we used our vacation club points for their studio...so excited can't wait to share my idea's and taste some cake...yum!:thumbsup2

[Lorelei528]

Annie-
Hi! I haven't posted on your PJ in a long time but just wanted to say your plans are coming along great! Everything looks very glam and classy. Your dress is GORGEOUS!

I wanted to ask you, have you decided on photography? I read through your PJ but don't see anything mentioned (but I'm sure you're working on it!) ;)

Also, DH and I are planning on being in WDW at the same time as your wedding! We have Jan 6-Jan 12 booked as of now. I have a goal of walking the half marathon (or at least trying to!) and as a reward of trying to get back in shape and be healthy, I'm planning on (us) doing some sort of photo shoot on the 10th or the 11th.

Maybe if you don't mind I might just be stalking your wedding too! :goodvibes

Can't wait to read more about your plans! (And you know, shopping for wedding stuff!) :banana:

[puente0629]

Annie-
Hi! I haven't posted on your PJ in a long time but just wanted to say your plans are coming along great! Everything looks very glam and classy. Your dress is GORGEOUS!

I wanted to ask you, have you decided on photography? I read through your PJ but don't see anything mentioned (but I'm sure you're working on it!) ;)

Also, DH and I are planning on being in WDW at the same time as your wedding! We have Jan 6-Jan 12 booked as of now. I have a goal of walking the half marathon (or at least trying to!) and as a reward of trying to get back in shape and be healthy, I'm planning on (us) doing some sort of photo shoot on the 10th or the 11th.

Maybe if you don't mind I might just be stalking your wedding too! :goodvibes

Can't wait to read more about your plans! (And you know, shopping for wedding stuff!) :banana:

Yayyy!!! stalk away, we don't mind and if you want come say hi...we actually are in the process of booking Misty Miotto for photography...my dad has always wanted to do the marathon at Disney, that's pretty cool that you'll be doing it...what kind of photo shoot are u thinking about?

[Lorelei528]

I'm not sure yet...I have contacted The Roots but can't get a confirmation from them until Sept or Oct....I might try Studio 222 or 1313. Or Randy because we LOVED him and already know we are comfortable around him.

But we also or instead might do a DPS shoot in a park/resort! There are so many options!

What time is your ceremony at WP, is it confirmed already and everything? :)

[puente0629]

I'm not sure yet...I have contacted The Roots but can't get a confirmation from them until Sept or Oct....I might try Studio 222 or 1313. Or Randy because we LOVED him and already know we are comfortable around him.

But we also or instead might do a DPS shoot in a park/resort! There are so many options!

What time is your ceremony at WP, is it confirmed already and everything? :)

I would do a trash the dress shoot at Typhoon Lagoon or maybe just do a photo shoot at your fav. theme park.

We are having the ceremony at 10am followed by brunch and dancing at the Whitehall Room...

[weedee]

WOW your StD's look AWESOME!! What a nice idea, they turned out really well. Your guests will really love those! :thumbsup2

[puente0629]

WOW your StD's look AWESOME!! What a nice idea, they turned out really well. Your guests will really love those! :thumbsup2

Thanks!!! I can't wait to get them, to see my vision come to life, lol

[Pirate's Princess]

Love the STDs. Very classy.

[Boardwalk_bride]

I've been following your PJ for awhile, but don't post often. I just wanted to say I love all your plans and the dress!!!! And the STD's are amazing!!

[puente0629]

I bought my place cards holders which were on sale and the flower girl basket...


http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/americanbridal_2092_134168942.jpg

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/226all2_xl.jpg

[pink_tink8i8]

Oh I love your place card holders! and the flower girl basket is very pretty :goodvibes

[puente0629]

Hi,

I know it's soon but I was snooping around the internet and found the perfect dresses for my nieces to wear down the aisle...they are similar but come in all sizes...

Junior Bridesmaid Dress:
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/yhst-15713428429193_2095_41648453.jpg

Flower Girl Dress:
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/yhst-15713428429193_2095_75219544.jpg

I also thought like it might be cold, they can wear a faux fur cape...

(comes in ivory as well)
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/yhst-15713428429193_2092_11803496.jpg

[pink_tink8i8]

those dresses are so cute! :goodvibes

[puente0629]

Hi,

I haven't updated in a while as I've been busy helping my sister for her wedding that just happened on March 20. I recently received my wedding shoes and possible hairpiece/earrings...

Caparros-blush color
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/0323101234.jpg

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/0323101235.jpg

Steve Madden flats-blush color...for when my feet get tired, lol
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/flats.jpg

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/flats2.jpg

Garter with the initial "P" by "The Garter Maker"
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/garter-1.jpg

Possible Hairpiece...very vintage, it's between this one or a flower hairpiece, which is still being made
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/hairpiece.jpg

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/hairpiece2.jpg

Possible earrings, hand made rose earrings to go with the flower hairpiece
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/roseearrings.jpg

[Boardwalk_bride]

I love everything so much! Both pairs of shoes are so nice, and I love the head piece! I would definitely go with that one. Oh, and the earrings are also great!

[BecBennett]

Those ear rings are so cute. and I love your shoes and love how they match! :goodvibes

Have you got any pictures of what the hair piece looks like on? I'm really interested to see it.

[puente0629]

was bored and decided to do a new inspiration board...
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/b_21658_snapshot.jpg

[sambycat]

beautiful choices!!!! we are getting hitched on the 25th of january, same time and similar menu! i'll be anxious to see how you are planning your morning timeline!! i do not yet have a planner or session or have given a deposit -(FREAKING!!!!!!) so there are too many unknowns yet to figure out the day/ceremony timeline, but of course my head is full of crazy ideas!!

[puente0629]

So i received my proposal yesterday and it is right on target for what I was budgeting for our floral...

Personal Flowers:

$275.00 Bride bouquet: grouping of white cymbidium orchids w/ pink and burgundy throat, creamy white ranunculus and white Costa Rica roses gently kissed with blush pink, all wrapped in a creamy ribbon adorned with Parisian inspired gems.

*Might change the pink and burgundy throats, i want a more creamy light pink look.

2 @ $15.00 Groom/Father of the Bride Boutonniere: creamy sahara rose bloom

$15.00 Best Man: coordinating blush rose

$85.00 MOH Bouquet: pink ranunculus blooms, open blush garden roses, accents if sahara roses and subtle crystal embellishments all wrapped in a black ribbon adorned with a single sparkling gem.

2 @ $75.00 Bridesmaids: dainty pink ranunculus, opened blush garden roses and creamy sahara roses wrapped in black ribbon and adorned with a single sparkling jewel.

2 @ $45.00 Jr. Bridesmaid: will carry darling pomander purses of creamy pink roses

$45.00 Flower Girl: will carry a charming pomander purse w/ creamy pink roses and will be held by a white satin ribbon.

Ceremony Floral & Decor:

$500 Aisle Runner: A custom aisle runner blanketed with petals

2 @ $200.00 Altar: Two crystal candelabra's that will hold an arrangement of creamy white garden roses, cascading white cymbidium orchids and ivory hydrangea.

Cocktail Hour Decor:

$50.00 Cocktail Tables: Romantic candle light will accent cocktail tables w/ sultry black candles

*Will be changing this as we are having a morning wedding and candle light will not work, I'm thinking of small black vases with hydrangea's

Reception Decor:

5 @ $225.00 Centerpieces: Black candelabra's featuring, in the absence of candles, soft blush garden roses, sahara roses, creamy ivory hydrangea and tucks of white cymbidium orchids.

45 @ $4.50 Chair Covers: Elegant black chair covers

*will be changing the chair covers to black chiavari chairs

5 @ $30.00 Table Cover: black and white toile

$50.00 Cake Floral

*the altar arrangements will be moved to the reception so it can be placed on our "head table" and will serve as markers for the bride and groom

Event Total: $4018.30 includes production charge and tax

Price will probably go up because i might add some more things...i know im getting everything i want for a better deal then if i would with disney (ie a bridesmaid bouquet $125.00, flourish $75.00)...i might get one more proposal but ive seen what this company can do and they are amazing, so ill most likely set up an appointment with them to do a mock up (which is included, free of charge) while we are their for our planning session.

[puente0629]

I got in the mail yesterday my door hangers that will go in every gift bag for our guests...

http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/get_convo_image-1.jpg

[BecBennett]

Love those! :lovestruc So cute!

[Disney9.9.10]

Very cute door hangers!

I'm glad to hear that you are so happy with your floral! It can be a big thing in a wedding, so you want to be totally satisfied with it. Congrats!

[puente0629]

Update 1: So, I narrowed it down to two Florists...Flourish Designs and Atmospheres Floral...I'm leaning towards Atmospheres because Debbie is all about the small details and she would do a mock up of the ceremony, cocktail and reception decor, plus she will arrange it to be done at your venue (which ours would be at the Grand Floridian Resort at the Whitehall Room). Also, she would contact your linen and chair rental so you can see the complete look at your reception. Another detail she does is for the flower girl basket she puts a small toy under all the rose petals for your flower girl to find. No one has offered the complete mock up and at our venue and she literally is one of the nicest people I've talked to w/ great taste. I'll be receiving her Floral BEO today, so I'll either post it tonight or tomorrow.

Update 2: BBJ Linens will be doing our table covers and below are the one's I'm interested in, #1 is my favorite (sorry the pics are so big)...

1. Garden Toile w/ the pink champagne napkin
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/linens01.jpghttp://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/linens04.jpg

2. Piccadilly w/ pink champagne napkin
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/linens03.jpghttp://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/linens04.jpg

3. Black Floral Silhouette w/ pink champagne napkin
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/linens02.jpghttp://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/linens04.jpg

Let me know what you think?

[girli565]

I really like #2, but I can see why you like #1, they are both beautiful.

[pink_tink8i8]

your door hangers are so cute! probably the nicest I have seen

[NYPrincess422]

I vote for #2

[tiggerrifficheidi]

I agree with you...I think #1 fits your theme best, but they're all beautiful!

[puente0629]

I really like #2, but I can see why you like #1, they are both beautiful.

Thanks, I was between #1 and #2 but we decided that the first one had a more softer look to it compared to the other ones

[puente0629]

your door hangers are so cute! probably the nicest I have seen

Thanks, you can find them on www.etsy.com, I've been trying to find cheap alternatives to put in our gift boxes to our guests...

[mhl1414]

I really like like #1. You have amazing taste!

[puente0629]

I really like like #1. You have amazing taste!

Thanks so much!!! I loved #1


I just got a quote from BBJ Linens and it's $229.00 for 6 tables and 45 napkins...includes tax and delivery.

[puente0629]

Received my proposal from Debbie and love everything...will be signing the contract today!!!!:cool1:


Delivery Time: TBD 9:00 am?

Bridal gown color-Blush Champagne Satin with Crystals on one shoulder

Bridal Bouquet ~ European Vintage Paris style to consist of Ivory Hydrangea foundation, with blush cymbidiums, pale pink ranuculus, Vendela roses wrapped in blush champagne to match her shoes (see picture) with crystal accents on ribbon wrapped all the way down handle (no stem showing) with accents of swarovski crystals in with the flowers ( see picture of bridal gown and inspirational bouquet) 180.00

Throw bouquet ~ Complimentary N/C

1 Maid of Honor ~ wearing a black knee length dress ~ bouquet of white anemone with black centers and blush pink and champagne opened roses wrap in black satin ribbon with rhinestone accents with Chanel charm either pinned on to wrap or hanging down with crystals 75.00

1 Bridesmaid ~ Same dress and same bouquet 75.00

2 Junior Bridesmaids ~ black vintage dress. Bouquet to consist of black purse covered with white buttons with custom crystal handles. flowers inside purse, simple opened roses and ranuculus 60.00 each 120.00

1 Flower girl ~ Sweet pink vintage dress ( see picture ) pomander covered in white buttons with pink pins in each bloom with hanging crystal accents with crystal drops on bottom of ribbons 40.00 OR ~ champagne satin petal basket with accents of crystal drops and rhinestone accents. rose petals inside basket with toy surprise hidden underneath. 30.00

1 Groom bout~ white mini blush cymbidium orchid with accents to match the bride’s bouquet 15.00

2 Best men ~ match girls bouquets to consist of pale pink rose with bear grass loop 10.00 each 20.00

1 Father of the Bride ~ cream dendrobium orchid or cream ranuculus 12.00

Ceremony decor ~ Pale pink and cream roses petals bordered down aisle 175.00

2 Crystal Candleabras with full florals on columns for Altar in Pavilion
Large full arrangements consisting of ivory hydrangea, cream stock , full opened blush pink roses, marco polo dendrobium orchids (Little to no greenery) @ 250.00 each 500.00

2 Column rental ~ 25.00 each 50.00

6 Cocktail table centerpieces ~ Short cylinder vases wrapped in blush pink ribbon with black thinner band of ribbon accented with a Chanel charm in center ( see inspirational picture ) 35.00 each 210.00

6 Guest Tables in main ballroom ~ large black candleabras with non traditional flowers ( see picture) to consist of Hydrangea, roses, ranuculus and orchids. ( no candles ) add hanging crystals to candleabras in blush pale pink and cream no greenery 150.00 each 900.00

Cake flowers cascading down the cake (this can not be done until WDW brings the cake into the ballroom and typically is brought out 30 minutes prior to the guests coming into the room. Flowers TBD to match other florals 80.00

Subtotal: 2452.00 Delivery starting at 8:00 am Set up , transfer of ceremony decor to reception ballroom, pick up at 4:00 pm
delivery 250.00
subtotal 2702.00
6.5% Tax: 175.63
Total: 2877.63

[Disney9.9.10]

I love those linens! No wonder you couldn't choose, they are all really lovely. The BEO looks great, it seems like you are getting a lot, and you are really happy with everything. Congrats!

[puente0629]

I love those linens! No wonder you couldn't choose, they are all really lovely. The BEO looks great, it seems like you are getting a lot, and you are really happy with everything. Congrats!

Thanks, I am extremely happy with everything, the flowers I'm getting would of gone way over budget with Disney and will be able to see a mock up of my ceremony, cocktail and reception decor (free of charge) which Disney does not offer...

[KR1343]

Everything looks beautiful! Where did you get your door hangers from?
Thanks!

[puente0629]

Everything looks beautiful! Where did you get your door hangers from?
Thanks!

I got them from www.etsy.com they were $6.00 for 10, here's the link to her store http://www.etsy.com/shop/kmattso2...you can also find her on facebook, Weddings by Kristin. I would suggest emailing her so she can send you the listing...

[bunny_pop]

I know I'm late joining in, but I'm so happy to hear you went with Debbie!! I absolutely love her. She's too kind and helpful. :) Don't you love how Debbie places a hidden treasure at the bottom of the basket for the flower girl? I also died thinking about how cute it was and knowing that my flower girl will love it to pieces.

[puente0629]

I know I'm late joining in, but I'm so happy to hear you went with Debbie!! I absolutely love her. She's too kind and helpful. :) Don't you love how Debbie places a hidden treasure at the bottom of the basket for the flower girl? I also died thinking about how cute it was and knowing that my flower girl will love it to pieces.

Yea, I really talked to so many florists and she was the one that really got my vision and will be using the exact flowers I want. I love the surprise for my flower girls, it's a great ides!!! Plus, her prices can't be beat which is great in this type of economy...

I see your having your wedding at the Buena Vista Palace, that hotel is so nice! I would love to see how your flowers turn out...

[bunny_pop]

Yea, I really talked to so many florists and she was the one that really got my vision and will be using the exact flowers I want. I love the surprise for my flower girls, it's a great ides!!! Plus, her prices can't be beat which is great in this type of economy...

I see your having your wedding at the Buena Vista Palace, that hotel is so nice! I would love to see how your flowers turn out...

Exactly, Debbie is the only one who got my vision. Yes, her prices are amazing. She's so understand; plus her ideas...Sheesh, I could go on about her. I'll post pics :) Yes, I am; I love that hotel. It's so modern and their prices are amazing.:cutie:

[puente0629]

Exactly, Debbie is the only one who got my vision. Yes, her prices are amazing. She's so understand; plus her ideas...Sheesh, I could go on about her. I'll post pics :) Yes, I am; I love that hotel. It's so modern and their prices are amazing.:cutie:


Before the whole move we had from Florida to Chicago we were actually going to have our wedding at the Buena Vista Palace, I love that hotel. We were going to have it at the 20seven room which has amazing views and you can see the Epcot fireworks from there, is that where you guys are having it? Yes, definitely understood my vision and even added some details I didn't even think about.

[puente0629]

So, i booked our Disney World Honeymoon...We will be staying from Jan. 8 - Jan. 13 at Bay Lake Tower in a one bedroom villa-lake view and then we move to a studio-standard view from Jan. 13 - Jan. 17...

I'm hoping to book our second part to our Honeymoon which is to Paris soon, once Disneyland Paris releases Jan. prices. We are thinking of doing 3 days in Disneyland and then 5-6 days in Paris.


I received 2 more hairpieces that I had made...

Feather Hairpiece
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/hairpiece1.jpg

Flower Hairpiece
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/hairpiece2-2.jpg


I also bought new reception shoes, the other flats I bought were hurting my feet
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/receptionshoes.jpg

I just got my guestbook...http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/guestbook.jpghttp://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/guestbook2.jpghttp://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/guestbook4.jpg

[pink_tink8i8]

love all the pink stuff :lovestruc and your guest book is amazing!

[bunny_pop]

Before the whole move we had from Florida to Chicago we were actually going to have our wedding at the Buena Vista Palace, I love that hotel. We were going to have it at the 20seven room which has amazing views and you can see the Epcot fireworks from there, is that where you guys are having it? Yes, definitely understood my vision and even added some details I didn't even think about.

Nope, I like that room but because I'm estimating around 75-100ppl to show up, Angela (@BVP) and Susan Southerland (Just Marry) suggest one of the ball rooms (Grand Ball Room). The 20seven room at nite would have been amazing for the fireworks; maybe I'll sneak up there for pics. with my photographer. :thumbsup2

Edit: OH BTW love love the hair piece :)

[PrincessFendi]

Love the guestbook. Did you design it yourself?

[DisneyLeah]

Hi Annie!

I'm not sure if I have ever posted on your PJ, but I have been following some of your recent updates and everything sounds like its really coming together! Your plans are looking really great! :thumbsup2

I can't wait to see photos of your big day!! I'll be following along! popcorn::

Your latest additions including your hair pieces and guest book are what inspired me make sure to comment. They all look fabulous! You did a great job with them all!

Did you design the damask/flourish print on the guest book yourself too or is that a template that was offered? Either way, I love it!! :lovestruc I've seen a few folks post guest books like these which include the little places for guests to answer questions and I think they are great!

Thanks for sharing your PJ! Can't wait to read more! :yay:

Leah

[Disney9.9.10]

I love all of your recent purchases! Everything has such a pretty, feminine look to it, which is beautiful. I also like how you have incorporated both Paris, and Disney elements. Your wedding is going to be beautiful!

[puente0629]

Love the guestbook. Did you design it yourself?

I made it at www.mixbook.com, I used their templates and just customized the way I wanted to look...I added all the spaces for our guests to sign (i.e. draw a pic of the bride and groom, advice for the not-so-newlyweds, etc)

[puente0629]

Hi Annie!

I'm not sure if I have ever posted on your PJ, but I have been following some of your recent updates and everything sounds like its really coming together! Your plans are looking really great! :thumbsup2

I can't wait to see photos of your big day!! I'll be following along! popcorn::

Your latest additions including your hair pieces and guest book are what inspired me make sure to comment. They all look fabulous! You did a great job with them all!

Did you design the damask/flourish print on the guest book yourself too or is that a template that was offered? Either way, I love it!! :lovestruc I've seen a few folks post guest books like these which include the little places for guests to answer questions and I think they are great!

Thanks for sharing your PJ! Can't wait to read more! :yay:

Leah

Thanks so much!:)
The damask print is actually a template they have on www.mixbook.com which is where I customized my guestbook

[puente0629]

I just received my LOA and I screamed:scared1:, lol, I'm so excited because this really makes my dream wedding reality!!!! Not that the dress, guestbook, accessories, etc. didn't, lol. It just now Disney knows it!!!:cool1:

I'm revising a couple things, like adding more rooms to our room block, changing our deluxe resort from Contemporary to Bay Lake Tower, changing our complimentary night, etc. I'm probably driving Bill crazy...

Can't wait for hubby to come home and sign the contract...:banana:

[girli565]

Very exciting!!

[BecBennett]

Oooh yay!! So does this mean I should get mine in 2 months?? :cool1:

[Disney9.9.10]

Yay for getting your LOA!! It definitely makes it feel more real now. Congrats!

[puente0629]

Hi,

So, I just spoke to Bill's assistant John and he has informed me that they received all of our paperwork (contract, credit card authorization form and the save the date approval form). It takes 7-10 business days to process and when it's done they send out the Save the Date's. I made a couple of adjustments...our complimentary night I switched it from Jan. 11 to Jan. 18 at the Contemporary Resort and added more days to our room block. I am so freaking excited!!!:cool1:


1 month and 19 days to go for our Planning Session!!!

7 months and 30 days for our Fairytale Wedding!!

[sambycat]

gratuitous WOOT!

[Disney9.9.10]

Yay!! I am so excited for you too! I will keep watch for your updates from your planning session!

[puente0629]

Hello,

Today I received my aisle runner samples, I chose 3...Perfection Pink, Whisper Ivory and Bed of White Roses. I do not know which one to order:confused3, my hubby likes the bed of white rose, he thinks it would look really nice with the petals on either side but I'm leaning towards more the Whisper Ivory and Perfection Pink (more towards Whisper Ivory). The one I really want is the 3D petal aisle runner but for 75ft it's $975 and it's definitely not worth it for a 30min ceremony. The regular aisle runners are at a really good price compared to Disney's bland aisle runner, 75ft $185. The aisle runner comes with the non-slip backing which requires no taping, it's machine washable and tear/puncture proof.

Any advice on which to choose?

Bed of White Roses
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/aislerunner1.jpg

Whisper Ivory
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/aislerunner3.jpg

Perfection Pink
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/aislerunner2.jpg


I also got pictures of the Save the Date design from Disney...they should be sending these out by the end of May...:cool1:

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

[puente0629]

Hey,

So here's another update...we booked our videographer. At first we didn't want one because we thought we would never watch it but we started thinking, if we are going to dish out all of this money and not be able to go back and see it, then what's the point. Plus, we unfortunately do not trust my sisters husband with camera equipment, who was going to return the favor and video tape our wedding as my hubby video taped theirs but decided our wedding is worth getting a good videographer. Well anyways, after extensive research looking for a videographer that has the right price and movie looking videos...we ended up choosing Visions Media. They were nice enough to honor their old price which was $949 for 6hrs, one videographer, 3 DVDs, microphones, movie trailer, etc. Compared to everything we saw they had the best videos for the best price.

[puente0629]

So, I approved our gift boxes and water bottles, which I think look really nice. Had it custom made by a seller on www.etsy.com. Should be receiving them by the end of this month, I know it's soon but I want to start collecting all the little nick nacks little by little.

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

I also found a seller on etsy that will be doing our wine ceremony trunk, she makes custom painted trunks, that look amazing. I sent her some ideas of french toile for inspiration, hopefully it turns out good.

That's it for now, stay tuned...

[tinkerbell 766]

Would you be kind enough to post the name of the Etsy seller who made your gift boxes? Thanks

[BecBennett]

and is it a paper label on the bottle? Or plastic?

[puente0629]

Would you be kind enough to post the name of the Etsy seller who made your gift boxes? Thanks

here you go..http://www.etsy.com/shop/allisonpini

She was great to work with and can design any theme you want and her prices are awesome...$90 (does not include shipping) Price includes 16 white gable box, custom label (Paris), personalization, ribbon, tissue filler, 32 custom labeled water bottles.

[puente0629]

and is it a paper label on the bottle? Or plastic?

I think its a really thick stock of paper...

[helloirishkitty]

Your gift boxes look very nice. I love searching Etsy to find things for my wedding! It's dangerous because it all adds up so fast... :rotfl:

I also like the whisper pink aisle runner. Very pretty :goodvibes

[KR1343]

WOW! Everything you have looks amazing! Your dress, girls dresses, inspiration pieces! You have so much done in so little time. Enjoy the rest of your planning!! I know I am!

[Boardwalk_bride]

I really love your theme, it is so elegant, and you are doing such an amazing job sticking to it! I really love your ruffle flats and the guest book!

[puente0629]

WOW! Everything you have looks amazing! Your dress, girls dresses, inspiration pieces! You have so much done in so little time. Enjoy the rest of your planning!! I know I am!

Thanks, I had a lot of time to think about and I can't wait for our planning session on July 1st....:thumbsup2

[puente0629]

I really love your theme, it is so elegant, and you are doing such an amazing job sticking to it! I really love your ruffle flats and the guest book!

Thanks...At the beginning I was going with the Alice in Wonderland theme but this is definitely more me...:)

[puente0629]

So, I'm still waiting to see who is my planner, according my consultant he/she were suppose to call me this week but never did, I'm getting anxious to see who it is.

I went to try on the sample dress again this Friday as my parents are visiting and haven't seen the dress I picked out in person, they loved it and I also got to pick out my bolero jacket.

[puente0629]

WE HAVE OUR PLANNER!!!! YAYYY!!! :cool1: It just keeps getting even more official, lol. We got Karen Heyn...has anyone had before or is currently working with her? How is she?

*33 more days until our Planning Session Vacation*

Just made reservations for the upcoming trip...Olivia's for breakfast on Sat. July 3 and then like my family leaves on the Mon. we made reservations for July 5th at Fulton's to celebrate our 3 yr anniversary...for those of you who haven't read our PJ, we will be married now for 3yrs on June 29 (got married at a civil court) and our Disney Wedding we consider our Marriage Celebration...I also rqsted 2 buildings at Old Key West Resort, building 64 because it has an elevator and my mother-in-law has a hard time walking and just in case building 43 because it's near the 2nd large pool w/ snack bar and arcade

[Disney9.9.10]

Karen is my planner!! I have heard from one other bride here who had her, and she said that she was excellent all the way through (she already had her wedding). I am still in my planning stages and so far Karen has been great. She is quite busy but she does always get back to you and does whatever she can to help. I have made a couple of big changes to my wedding (time and location :scared1:) and she has been very accommodating and good to work with.

[helloirishkitty]

YAY!!! That's so exciting! :cool1:

[DVC Bride 2011]

Congrats on getting your planner! How exciting!!

I was so excited to see you're eating at Olivia's! This past January DF and I stayed at OKW and we loved Olivia's so much that we cancelled another reservation just to be able to go there again :goodvibes

[sambycat]

just going through some PJs for those of us that are about to/getting planners! woot!! everything looks so cool! had to chime in on this bridesmaid dress comment:

I love the dress in #1, but why is the model standing like that??? It's so weird!

Also, just wanted to mention that those multi coloured roses from theme 3 are awesome! I want some! :laughing:

because if me time watching tyra means anything at all, i can tell you - that girl is modeling H2T!!!! :rotfl2: head to toe!!! not to be confused of course with the ability to smize (smile with your eyes).

i only now pray that my hours of devotion to america's next top model will pay off at the MK photo shoot!!!!

[puente0629]

I spoke to my florist today to finalize our mock-up meeting...made a couple of small changes, we are moving the 2 crystal candelabra's to the reception, one will be on the guestbook/escort card table and the other will be on my table, we also changed from having some greenery to no greenery in any of our arrangements.


Now for the BIG NEWS...my florist informed me that she loved my idea for our Vintage Paris wedding so much that she will be featuring it in this weeks Orlando 2010 Bridal Show!!!! :cool1:I'm so freaking excited!!!:dance3: She has a professional photographer going so she will be sending me pictures of it next week. I'm actually going to be seeing some of my decor for the wedding even before our mock-up meeting. :banana:

I never posted the complete concept for my flowers, so here it is (keep in mind these are just idea's, the candelabra's will be what I'm renting from my florist)...

Crystal Candelabra's for the 2 altar arrangements
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/crystalcandelabra.jpg

Altar arrangement flowers
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/ceremonyflowers.jpg

Bridal Bouquet will be exactly like pic one but will be replacing the cala lilies with pink ranunculus that are in the 2nd photo
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/bridebouquet.jpg
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/bridebouquet2.jpg

MOH & Bridesmaid Bouquet...we will be adding blush garden roses
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/bridesmaidbouquet-1.jpg

Junior Bridesmaid, with crystals as the handle
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/juniorbridesmaidpomander-1.jpg

Cocktail arrangements...with the same flowers just in a blush color
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/cocktailcameo.jpg

Centerpieces...the candelabra's will be much much larger with lots of flowers
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/centerpiece-1.jpg

Chanel Cake...will only be 2-3 tiers
http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz258/puente0629/chanelcake-1.jpg

[Disney9.9.10]

Wow, congratulations on the feature!! Your theme is really beautiful and you have stuck with it all throughout everything that you have done, so I am not surprised that they chose you!

[DisneyLeah]

Wow - that's really cool that your theme will be featured and you'll get a great preview of everything!! :thumbsup2

Have a blast with it!

Leah

[puente0629]

Wow - that's really cool that your theme will be featured and you'll get a great preview of everything!! :thumbsup2

Have a blast with it!

Leah

Thanks, I went through a couple of theme before falling in love with this one...

[puente0629]

Wow, congratulations on the feature!! Your theme is really beautiful and you have stuck with it all throughout everything that you have done, so I am not surprised that they chose you!

Thanks!:)

[BecBennett]

Your wedding is going to be gorgeous!! I've got your bouquet saved as an inspiration pic coz it's so beautiful. Make sure to post those pictures!

[curiouser]

Wow, how incredible! Those flowers are amazingly beautiful. I can't wait to see how it all turns out!

[helloirishkitty]

That's so exciting! Your flowers are absolutely beautiful- can't wait to see your unique theme come together :)

[Princessfifi]

I love all your inspiration boards! I also did luggage tag favors :)

I just subscribed.

Anais

[bunny_pop]

Woohoo That's awesome! I'll nag Debbie to bring pictures with her when I see her for my wedding. :)

[Boardwalk_bride]

That is amazing your ideas will be featured in a bridal show! I love all your ideas so much. I am keeping it in the back of my mind for room redecorating or a future VR.

[puente0629]

Thanks everyone!!! :thumbsup2

[puente0629]

20 More Days until our Planning Session Vacation!!

Yes, I know it's soon but I started ironing our clothes and putting them into our luggage. While I iron I listen to Disney theme park/resort music from www.srsounds.com. We bought clothes for our vacation and we don't like to wear it until we are on vacation (a little crazy huh, lol:rotfl:). We are really excited and these 20 days feel like eternity. Even my parents are excited they have been emailing us with the countdown.

[Disney9.9.10]

Wow 20 days! So exciting, but yes I can understand how it must feel like it is forever away! I hope that you have a great time on your trip.

Oh, and I had on sorcerer radio the other day and I love it! Thank you so much for posting the link about it!

[Boardwalk_bride]

I'm so excited to hear about your PS, so I want it to come quickly too! And I totally know what you mean about vacation clothes, I do the same thing! :goodvibes

[Pirate's Princess]

Annie when is your PS? I'm heading down in 18 days for ours. I may run into you at Francks!!

[BecBennett]

please remember that many brides don't get a PS, so we are living vicariously through you and your photos! :lmao:

[KR1343]

Have fun at your planning session!!! Eat some good food

[puente0629]

Annie when is your PS? I'm heading down in 18 days for ours. I may run into you at Francks!!

Our planning session is on July 1st...when is yours?

[puente0629]

please remember that many brides don't get a PS, so we are living vicariously through you and your photos! :lmao:

lol, no worries, i told my hubby we need to take lost of pictures and video footage...the great thing is that I have my parents going so my dad can help us with the video camera:thumbsup2

[puente0629]

So, like I moved things around in our floral which saved us money, i'm adding an orchid to each napkin setting and candle holders to surround the centerpiece but of course instead of candles we will be putting flowers (exactly like the pic below)...

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:cool1:13 days until our Planning Session Vacation! :cool1:

Soon I will be doing the single digit dance!!!:banana:

[puente0629]

:cool1:We are doing the Single Digit Dance!!!:cool1:

9 more days for our Planning Session Vacation!!! :banana:

[pezaddict231]

Have a great time, the PS is so fun!

[BecBennett]

bah, jealous... :headache:

Remember - many many photos!

[Disney9.9.10]

I hope you have an amazing time on your PS! and I hope that you bring back lots of pictures for those of us stuck at home!

[Brit_Jude]

Loving the single digit dance!

[puente0629]

Thanks girls and I definitely will be taking a lot of pics and video.:thumbsup2

I just finished receiving our annual passes in the mail, we were so excited!!!:banana:Now we are just finishing up the packing, getting all the toiletries together for our Planning Session Vacation!! :cool1:

7 days to go for our Planning Session Vacation!!! woohoo!

[BecBennett]

:hyper: I wish I were going in 6 days! A holiday anywhere in 6 days would be great though... :lmao:

[bunny_pop]

Have fun Annie! Take lots of Pics for all of us here. :) Are you seeing Debbie while you are in the area?

[puente0629]

We leave for DISNEY tomorrow!!!! 7 days, 6 nights of total relaxation with a little wedding planning here and there....:banana:

Schedule

Wed., June 30th: Depart MDW 12:30pm Arrive MCO 4:10pm
Check-in at Old Key West
Relax and wait for my parents to arrive!

Thurs., July 1st: 9:00am Planning Session Appointment
9:30am Buffet Menu Tasting
12:00pm Publix
4:00pm Appointment with Beaute Speciale

Fri., July 2nd: Blizzard Beach!!!!

Sat. July 3rd: Relax, DTD and some pool time!

Sun., July 4th: Pool, more relaxation and BBQing!!

Mon., July 5th: 10:30am Eclipse Movie
DTD
3:00pm Florist Appointment
7:45pm Dinner at Fulton's

Tues., July 6th: Sleep in, hit the pool and check out
Depart MCO 8:30pm Arrive MDW 10:10pm

Hopefully, I'll have some time to update everyone on how the planning is going but if I can't I'll see you all on July 7th:thumbsup2

[KR1343]

i hope you have a wonderful time! Enjoy the relaxation! I'm jealous :goodvibes

[pixie921]

Have fun on your trip and promise to tell us all about your PS when you get back! :goodvibes

[weedee]

hah I like how you've fit Eclipse into your schedule. Have fun! :goodvibes

[bunny_pop]

Have so much fun Annie :) Lots of pics please!!!

[puente0629]

:cool1:We are off to DISNEY!!!!:cool1:

Hopefully, I'll have some time to update if not we'll see you Wednesday, July 7th!!

XOXO

[NYPrincess422]

:woohoo: Have fun!

[BecBennett]

Have a great time! :yay:

[puente0629]

Hi girls,

We had our planning session yesterday and it was sooo much fun!!!:cool1: The food was delicious and so was the yummy cake. We took plenty of pictures and video of Franks, Wedding Pavilion, Whitehall Room, menu and cake tasting. Today, we went to Blizzard Beach even though it was cloudy all day, the park was practically empty and we went on everything (except Summit Plummit, we are chickens, lol) twice. We probably will head to the Boardwalk tonight and have a few drinks. I'll go into more details when I come back...:thumbsup2

[pixie921]

Hi girls,

We had our planning session yesterday and it was sooo much fun!!!:cool1: The food was delicious and so was the yummy cake. We took plenty of pictures and video of Franks, Wedding Pavilion, Whitehall Room, menu and cake tasting. Today, we went to Blizzard Beach even though it was cloudy all day, the park was practically empty and we went on everything (except Summit Plummit, we are chickens, lol) twice. We probably will head to the Boardwalk tonight and have a few drinks. I'll go into more details when I come back...:thumbsup2

Sounds like you're having an awesome time!! Enjoy yourselves and we'll be anxiously awaiting pictures and lots of details!! :thumbsup2

[Disney9.9.10]

I am glad to hear that you had a great time at your planning session! I hope that you enjoy the rest of your vacation, and I cannot wait to read all about it when you return!:goodvibes

[BecBennett]

It's great to hear from you, thanks for the mini update! :goodvibes

[puente0629]

Hi again,

We met with our florist today, Debbie from Atmospheres Floral and she was great. We made some changes but all in all it looked very elegant...tell you more when we come back. We also went back to the pool, played some pool side activities and went on the slide like 10 times (so much fun)! My parents decided to stay one more night so instead of leaving tonight they are staying with us until we leave tomorrow for Chicago, yayyy.

TTYL,

[BecBennett]

ahh, so jealous!

[bunny_pop]

YAY! Glad you had a good time with Debbie!!! :) I can't wait to see pictures. :) Enjoy the rest of your time there :)

[Disney9.9.10]

Glad to hear that things went well in your floral meeting! I can't wait to hear all about it when you get back! Have a safe trip home!

[ckpoodge]

I just read your mini update (I was excited to learn about the PS). I saw that you were going to be coming to Chicago, and wanted to welcome a fellow Dis-er!

It's hot here (although not as hot as the upper east coast). I actually think it's supposed to be hotter than Orlando.

Can't wait to read your PS notes.

[puente0629]

Thanks everyone for your comments:thumbsup2

So we are currently on the plane heading back home :guilty:, we didn't really want to leave but who doesn't;). DH is on his PSP and I'm just counting the days until our next trip, lol. Hopefully tomorrow I'll be able to start the PS Trip Report and at the end I'll post our video. I'm definitely missing my family but it was great seeing them and we'll be seeing them again in Sept.

TTYL,

[puente0629]

So, I'm back and ready to start my trip report. I'm not much of a writer so I'll do some explanation but it will mostly be pictures...sorry if the pics are big, never learned how to make them smaller...

June 30, Day 1 - Departing Chicago...Hello Disney!!!

We woke up at 6am, showered and went to take our very cute Havanese (Tink & Ollie) to their doggie hotel.
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Once that was taken care of we headed back to go over our check list and make sure everything was packed. On a last minute decision we decided to take the Coach bus to Midway Airport instead of driving there, so we raced to the bus stop and reached it just in time (10:15am) to buy our tickets and get our luggage loaded.

DH's mom
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DH & Me
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On the bus
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Yayy, on the plane to Disney!!
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Once we arrived we went straight to Disney's Magical Express and we were boarded right away...
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Once we arrived at Disney's Old Key West, we went to the online check-in desk but hit a snag when we saw we were in building 20 which is on BFE. We were quickly changed to building 43 on Turtle Pond RD, which is literally right next to the pool and BBQ pits (perfect, couldn't ask for a better location).

Here's some pic of our 2 bedroom villa
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After settling in we decided to go check out Turtle Pond Pool and have dinner at Olivia's. The food at Olivia's was so delicious but expensive, I had the Prime Rib, DH had the Pork Chop and his mom has the chicken breast...everything was amazing!

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[puente0629]

After Dinner, my dad called me to let me know that he was not be able to leave work until 6 so they will probably make it here at midnight (they live in Miami). I was totally bummed but at 8:00pm I got a call from dad saying to open the door, all I kept saying is "you are BSing me right?" but they weren't!!! My mom, dad and 2 nieces were right outside the door. Don't have any pictures after that, I was way ti excited to video or take pics. The rest of the night we relaxed and went to sleep early for our PS Day.


July 1, Day 2 - Planning Session Day

We all woke up at around 7:00pm (except for my nieces who had to stay behind) got dressed and had some coffee. We headed out at 8:15pm, got their 15-20mins early and decided to video and take pics.

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When we arrived, we waited for about 5mins before Karen Haynes (our planner) came in. She is so nice and so easy to get along with. We immediately proceeded to the Grand Floridian to have our menu tasting (my parents followed in their car).

Me, my mom and mother-in-law
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Grand Floridian Conference Center
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Pics of the Whitehall Room
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FYI-the are removing the carpets and putting in new ones
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Behind the Scenes - DH almost got scolded for taking pics here, lol
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[puente0629]

So, after almost getting scolded we heading to the kitchen where we met our chef, Corey. He walked us through all the menu items...we started with the Cheese Display, it was so yummy especially the Port Wine Cheese (my favorite)!!!

Tinkerbell Brunch Buffet...tweeked

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They had this set up, it was so cute!
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Cheese Display...we also had bleu cheese bacon wrapped meatball w/ tai chili for an appetizer, it was sooo good (we forgot to take pics before everyone ate it, sorry)
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My mommy and daddy enjoying some cheese!
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After the appetizer's we had the Canadian Cheese Soup (mine and DH's favorite), which my parents on the third try ended up loving it. My mom says the first taste is weird, second taste you like and third you love, lol.
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Then came the buffet items...from left to right, Fig Jus Chicken, yukon potatoes topped with breakfast sausage and baked ham with mild pineapple sauce. The chicken, potatoes and sausage were amazing, I liked the ham but not the sauce so they will keep it aside for whomever wants to add it as a topping.
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For dessert came the Wild Berry, Grand Marnier Crepes...they were to die for, everyone finished it and it will definitely be a hit at the reception.
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By the time we finished we were completely stuffed and didn't know who we were going to make to the car...who ever is doing a menu tasting, come with an empty stomach!

So we said good bye to Chef Corey and went on our way back to Franks to do the cake tasting...
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I was able to take a quick pic of the Whitehall Patio before we headed our cars...
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When we got back we had this waiting for us...
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So, I'm getting my Chanel Inspired cake (hopefully, if the price isn't too steep)...it will look similar to the pic below but just the bottom 3 layers...
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First tier
Almond Cake w/ Bavarian Cream (might change to red velvet w/ cream cheese)

Second Tier
Almond Cake w/ Buttercream (so yummy!)

Third Tier
Yellow Cake w/ Baileys Mousse (this was everyone's favorite, we finished the bailey's mousse, lol)

After the cake tasting we went over the details for transportation, entertainment, music, etc. We were done by 11:00am because I'm using an outside florist, linen and chairs. When we were done, we said good-bye to Karen and went str8 to the Wedding Pavilion to get pictures...

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[pixie921]

Wow! I'm loving all the photos and great details! It sounds like everything went great during your PS. :thumbsup2

[puente0629]

This gave me goose bumps...I couldn't believe we were here
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Then we headed outside to take even more pics...
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My mom, dad and mother-in-law
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We finally all had enough of taking dozens of pictures we heading back to OKW so we can pick up my nieces and go to Publix. We had a whole cart full of food and all I can say by the end of the week it was all gone.

When we were done shopping we headed back to the resort so I can take a shower and get ready for Ana from Beaute Speciale for my hair and make-up trial which was for 4:00pm. She ended up getting their a little late due to her prior appointment taking longer then expected but she was so nice and did such a great job.

So here is the before and after pic...
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Then for the reception I change my my head piece to this feather hairpiece...
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This hairstyle will be for either the rehearsal welcome dinner...
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Some random photos...
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My oldest niece and I
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gave some wine to my niece to try, lol...
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The day ended with my mom making spaghetti and garlic bread (yum, yum).

Day 3 & 4 to be continued...

[BecBennett]

Wow you look gorgeous! I'm glad I've booked Beaute Speciale now!

[bunny_pop]

:banana: Welcome back!! First, love the OKW. Do you know if they update the rooms recently? It's my parents dvc home resort. When we visited them there in May there was carpet all the rooms not the hardwood as in the pic and some other things were different (sofa...drapes).
I love the Chanel inspired cake. So pretty! The food looks great too. The crepes will be a nice touch at the reception.
Oh and your dogs are too cute :)

[puente0629]

Wow you look gorgeous! I'm glad I've booked Beaute Speciale now!

Thanks, I'm very picky when it comes to my hair and make-up but Ana did an awesome job:thumbsup2

[puente0629]

:banana: Welcome back!! First, love the OKW. Do you know if they update the rooms recently? It's my parents dvc home resort. When we visited them there in May there was carpet all the rooms not the hardwood as in the pic and some other things were different (sofa...drapes).
I love the Chanel inspired cake. So pretty! The food looks great too. The crepes will be a nice touch at the reception.
Oh and your dogs are too cute :)

Thanks...

It was our first DVC stay and our first stay at OKW, we loved it. The rooms are being renovated so far they have buildings 30-33 and 40-43 are done (we had building 43). They expect for all the building to be refurbished by fall 2011. They changed the carpets in the bedroom, tiles to hardwood, the bed linens, wall paint, granite countertops, flat screen TV's, furniture, etc.

I love that cake, we are hoping it won't go over our cake budget if it does we might have to go with something less elaborate. The food was good and like my hubby says "it's Disney, they know what they are doing."

[Disney9.9.10]

I love all of your pictures! You must be so excited now after having your planning session - you are that much closer to your wedding! Ana did a great job with your hair and makeup - I am really glad that I booked her to do mine! I am sorry if you said this somewhere and I missed it, but did you provide inspiration pictures for her or did she do her own thing?

Also, what did you think of Karen Heyn? She is my planner too, but I have only ever spoken to her on the phone.

[puente0629]

I love all of your pictures! You must be so excited now after having your planning session - you are that much closer to your wedding! Ana did a great job with your hair and makeup - I am really glad that I booked her to do mine! I am sorry if you said this somewhere and I missed it, but did you provide inspiration pictures for her or did she do her own thing?

Also, what did you think of Karen Heyn? She is my planner too, but I have only ever spoken to her on the phone.


Thanks! I'm extremely excited now but I feel for some reason there isn't enough time left to do everything (but like hubby says, "your crazy, we have 6 whole months" lol). I brought my own inspiration, I really wanted a glam up 50's/60's hair and I think she did great, I also brought her a pic of the type of make-up I wanted.

Karen was really great, she was so sweet and you will love her even more in person. We were a little confused about how to do the transportation and she sorted it out so easily. She put my fears to rest and I know the wedding day will go smoothly.

[pixiegirl]

Everything looks so great!! I love your hair and makeup. You will look beautiful on the big day!!

[tinkerbell 766]

more, more, mpre Annie please!!!!

[puente0629]

So, I'm back for more on "As Annie's World Turns" lol...

July 2nd, Day 3 - Blizzard Beach

The day started up with a very early wake-up call, 5:30am, I shaved and so did my oldest niece (she's a teen already, how time flies). Slowly, everyone else started waking up and making breakfast for themselves (fried eggs and crescent rolls). By 7:15am everyone was dressed and almost done with breakfast. My hubby started looking at the weather and according to them it was going to be cloudy, rainy all day with thunderstorms. We all made a vte and decided to take our chances, we knew either A the park will be empty or B the thunderstorms will ruin our day. We leave the villa at 7:40pm and we are the first to arrive at BB (we like to be the first one's in so we can get good hut). So we wait an hr and 20mins to have BB open at 9:00am, my niece and I race to our favorite hut and starting setting up camp while we wait for the others to catch up.

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My mother-in-law and my mommy in front of our fav. hut
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My beautiful niece, Isabella
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my other beautiful niece, Sophie
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we found a many caterpillars lurking around our hut
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hubby and my dad
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me and bella
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hubby, giving a thumbs up to the day
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The day turned out to be great, there was barely anybody at BB, it was cloudy but it didn't rain or storm once when we were there. We must of rode everything more then twice and the longest wait we had once 5mins.


left to right MIL, my dad, sophie, me (i look like ive been beaten lol), my mom and isabella
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we decided to take a group pic before leaving...
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Day 3 to be continued...

[puente0629]

After BB we went back to the villa to shower and get dressed to head to DTD. We all decided that we would like to shop and with no reservations we would settle eating McDonald's.

We catch the ferry from OKW to DTD...
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When we arrives at DTD, we quickly realized we will not be able to shop as it was packed with people (duhh, Friday night on 4th of July weekend, we should of figured). So, we quickly go towards McDonald's to find out it has closed and being replaced with a chicken place. We all had no clue of this so we decided with no reservations for any restaurant to take my parents car into Kissimmee and find somewhere to eat.

Here we are back on the ferry...
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By the time we got back it was close to 8 and we were all starving...we get into my parents van and head out in search of food. The first thing my niece Bella see's is Logan's Roadhouse, she says "there, look, Logans, that sounds good." So, none of us have ever ate there so we decide to take the chance and if it doesn't work out we all blame Bella, lol.

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As luck would have it, we all loved it. The food was amazing and so were the prices. There bread is so soft and yummy, the spinach artichoke dip was amazing and the steaks were out of sight. If you have a car, I totally recommend heading to Logan's Roadhouse, you won't regret it.

Inside Logan's...
Bella taking in the glory, lol
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my mom and dad
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My mom had the steak and shrimp...the shrimps were so big and yummy
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Sophie and me
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this was my yummy meal
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Now we call Logan's Roadhouse, Bella's Roadhouse...
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After dinner we headed back to OKW and tried to stay up so we won't go to sleep with a fully belly but that didn't happen.

Up Next: Day 4 & 5 pool day and DTD

[BecBennett]

You all looked like you had such a good time. I'm so jealous that you got a planning session... :rolleyes:

[bunny_pop]

Ahhh good to know!! I'll have to tell my parents. They will love knowing that.

Your Hair and Makeup is perfect!:thumbsup2 Blizzard Beach looked like fun. I love when you can do all the rides twice. Plus, I see you went to one of favorite restaurant in the area. :goodvibes love love love their loaded baked potato soup. I'm just itching for your next update...esp with Debbie :)

[puente0629]

Day 4-July 3

I don't have any pictures of today as we mostly spent the day at the pool and then went back to our room to have some arroz con gandules and yummy pollo.


Day 5 - July 4

So it's 4th of July and we decide to start the day early and head to DTD for some shopping.

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I bought some Alice in Wonderland tea to place in my welcome bags, a cute mickey tank-top, Disney doggie bowls and my mom bought me a Disney Couture Alice in Wonderland inspired shirt.

After shopping we went to see the movie Eclipse, which was so good that even my picky dad liked it. Once the movie was over we headed back to OKW to hit the pool...

Hippie lovin nieces lol...Love, Peace, Chicken grease!
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We headed to OKW main pool...
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me, coming down the slide
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my mom and dad
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Right before we left they had people throwing 4th of July beads, hats, stickers, etc. we ended catching a couple...
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So we went back to the room and ended getting to have a great view from our balcony of fireworks. My hubby and dad BBQed some very delicious skirt steak.

[puente0629]

Day 6 - July 5

:banana:Going to see the mock-up of my centerpiece, yayyy!!!:banana:

Debbie called me to see if we can come in at 11am instead of 2pm and we all said sure. We piled into my parents van and headed towards Orlando to meet Debbie at one of her studios.

We don't have many pictures of the location but here are the pics of the centerpieces...

we will be changing the candelabra to one that is more ornate, removing the petals on the bottom and exchanging them for small candle holders but instead of a candle it will have flowers on them.
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We also ended up going for more of a softer look for the flowers, here is how it will look, my favorite pic...
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Speaking with Debbie was great, some things will need to added or changed but that's exactly why you do a mock-up...Debbie understood everything and we will be having soon phone consult to go over some more details which i love because one of the most important details of the wedding for me is flowers.

We headed back to OKW to hit the pool...
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My parents were suppose to leave this night but ended up surprising us again and staying one more night. :banana:

To be Continued...

[pixiegirl]

Wow your flowers are going to be beautiful in the candelabra!!! I love the colors they are so soft and romantic!!

[puente0629]

So, it's official I won't be able to get my cake...

Karen emailed me to let me know that the cake is $850.00++ and as much as I love that cake, I'm not paying that price for a 3 tier cake and for only 30 guests. So it's back to the drawing board for us...

Bye, bye cake...:sad2:
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[pixie921]

Oh, I'm so sorry!! I know how excited you were about that cake!

[puente0629]

Oh, I'm so sorry!! I know how excited you were about that cake!

Thanks...hubby and I just talked about it and found a new cake, hopefully this one will be within our cake budget of $500++

The cake will look the like pic below but on tier 1 and 3 will have the image of a french toile and on the top of the cake we will have a large anemone.

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[pixie921]

Ooh ... the new cake is lovely! :goodvibes

[bunny_pop]

Oh I just love love love the flowers that Debbie created! :thumbsup2
That stinks about the Chanel Cake, but you new one is very lovely. I love the French feel of it.

[puente0629]

Okay so the second cake I posted is $1200++ and that is not happening either...hubby says to get the $850++ cake but honestly I rather take that money and put it somewhere else. I sent Karen (my planner) another cake and hopefully this is it...

the cake will look exactly like the cake below but larger, it's doesn't look to me like an expensive or time consuming cake, I hope...
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[puente0629]

I've been speaking to the designer who will be making our custom wine trunk for the ceremony, she has sent some pictures of the process...

This is how the top part of the trunk looks like so far...
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The front will have have our names and wedding date but in black and we decided to add the Cinderella birds holing a ribbon with our names in it...
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The latch is so pretty...
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The inside of the lid will of a quote and will be lined with a toile fabric.

I really like how it's turning out, she is doing a great job hand painting everything. :)

[NYPrincess422]

Very nice! Its lovely :goodvibes

[Princessfifi]

I love your flowers, cake, and wine trunk! You have fabulous taste. Can't wait to see more updates.