Bec & Chris - Wishes Wedding 03/01/11 WP/WHR/SCP - Some extra pics and **COMPLETE**

[BecBennett]

Yay! I got the tickets! The festival isn't until January, but the first date sold out within 5 minutes, and I'm talking thousands of tickets

So this time I made sure to check the website to see if any presales happened, and then when 12 midnight rolled around I managed to get them!

They're a Christmas gift for DF, he doesn't know about it, well he may have ideas, but he doesn't officially know.

I can't wait! It's going to be so much fun. So far on the line up is:

Muse
Powderfinger
Lily Allen
Eskimo Joe
Groove Armada
Grinspoon
The Mars Volta
Ladyhawke
Dizzee Rascal
Karnivool
Peaches
The Temper Trap
Kasabian
Midnight Juggernauts
Rise Against
Magic Dirt
Mastodon
Lisa Mitchell
The Horrors
Bluejuice
Calvin Harris
Kisschasy
The Decemberists
Tame Impala
Girl Talk

But there will probably be further bands added as it gets closer!

 

[malibustacey]

thats great that he doesnt know about it! It will be hard keeping it a secret!

 

[shippedtosea]

Lily and Decemberists! i'm green with envy

 

[BecBennett]

thats great that he doesnt know about it! It will be hard keeping it a secret!

I know! I bought him some other Christmas Pressies over the weekend, and I think he's already seen them!! But hopefully this one wont be too hard.

Lily and Decemberists! i'm green with envy

Lilly is one of the main people I'm looking forward to seeing! There are very few on the list that I'm not excited about though!

 

[ChocoKat]

Oooh I am so jealous! Looks like a wonderful festival.

All I have are tickets for Avenue Q and Beauty and the Beast musicals.

I need to start thinking about a gift for DH for christmas, but he is so difficult to shop for!

 

[BecBennett]

I think I'd like to go see Avenue Q. I don't like the fact that you can see the pupeteers and that they don't hide the fact that they're who are controling the pupets, but I've heard it's supposed to be really funny.

Ok, so here's some things that I wouldn't call updates... But I thought I'd put them in...

We started considering changing from the Whitehall room to the Napa room, I've been reading through the Napa vs White hall thread, and the view is just awesome, so I got a copy of the menus from Joe and we had a look through them. I didn't like them, but I gave them to DF to look through, as he is technically in charge of the food and drinks... He didn't mind the menus, but when it came down to it, he prefered to be able to pick everything on the menu and have a different location then to have a set menu and have that location...

That started us looking at all available reception spaces - outside the parks - I like ariels, but I don't like the fish on the ceiling, and I don't mind the Atlantic Dance hall, but there's something about it that makes me think "Town Hall" I think it's the stage... So we'll probably stick to a small ballroom like thing...

So we're back to the whitehall room. I think it's prettier inside anyway.

Our AU$ is pretty good at the moment, so we're thinking about booking Misty. Maybe paying a lump sum above the deposit just to get it out of the way.

I've also made a "To Do" list which I'll post in the next post, it's pretty long... So you'll all need to go through it and tell me what I've missed...

I'll be adding in things like Dress fitting and the like once I pick my dress, but because I haven't yet I don't know at what stage I'll need to book these in for...

 

[shippedtosea]

I think I'd like to go see Avenue Q. I don't like the fact that you can see the pupeteers and that they don't hide the fact that they're who are controling the pupets, but I've heard it's supposed to be really funny.

Ok, so here's some things that I wouldn't call updates... But I thought I'd put them in...

We started considering changing from the Whitehall room to the Napa room, I've been reading through the Napa vs White hall thread, and the view is just awesome, so I got a copy of the menus from Joe and we had a look through them. I didn't like them, but I gave them to DF to look through, as he is technically in charge of the food and drinks... He didn't mind the menus, but when it came down to it, he prefered to be able to pick everything on the menu and have a different location then to have a set menu and have that location...

That started us looking at all available reception spaces - outside the parks - I like ariels, but I don't like the fish on the ceiling, and I don't mind the Atlantic Dance hall, but there's something about it that makes me think "Town Hall" I think it's the stage... So we'll probably stick to a small ballroom like thing...

So we're back to the whitehall room. I think it's prettier inside anyway.

Our AU$ is pretty good at the moment, so we're thinking about booking Misty. Maybe paying a lump sum above the deposit just to get it out of the way.

I've also made a "To Do" list which I'll post in the next post, it's pretty long... So you'll all need to go through it and tell me what I've missed...

I'll be adding in things like Dress fitting and the like once I pick my dress, but because I haven't yet I don't know at what stage I'll need to book these in for...

OMG see Avenue Q!!! Me and DF have seen it twice now (I have seen it 3x) and LOVE it. so funny. you won't stop laughing

Can't wait to see dress fitting pics! yay

 

[BecBennett]

18-12 months
· Narrow down your choices for ceremony and reception space. Since availability can vary it helps to pick your top 3 times and locations.
· Book photographer and pay deposit.

12 months
· You can tentatively hold space for your wedding. With theme park locations, Ariels or Atlantic Dance Hall you can sign the contract at this time. Other places must wait until the 8 month out mark.
· Collect photos, swatches and ideas and compile them in a planning diary.
· Reserve an officiant.
· Start searching for formal wear and bridesmaid dresses.
· Discuss wedding registry ideas.
· Start compiling a guest list, including addresses.
· Decide what transport you’d like for the wedding day.
· Decide whether you want to schedule a Magic Kingdom photo shoot.
· Insure the engagement ring and have matching wedding band created.
· Order gown.
· Send home made Save the Date
· Start looking into DVC 2 bedroom villa rental.

11 months
· Book DVC rental

9 months
· Select resort locations for your guests and create a room block.
· Create a wedding website.
· Finalise you guest list.
· Create gift registries, including a Honeymoon registry with Disney.
· Look into laser hair removal.

8 months
· Your contract will be issued outlining all space details, hotel rooms, policies and procedures. Review all details and sign. This needs to be sent back in with a non-refundable deposit of US$2000.
· Email your guest list to your consultant so Save the Dates can be sent.
· You will receive a comprehensive planning kit once the contract has been received by your consultant.
· Get a hair trial
· Finalise invitation wording.
· Reserve hair and makeup for wedding day.

7 months
· Review the planning kit and narrow down your selections.
· Book your own stay at Walt Disney World.
· You will receive a bridal pack including extra save the dates.
· Order invitations.
· Buy gifts for attendants and parents.
· Book honeymoon
· Write up newsletter for guests – to be sent at 6 month mark.

6 months
· Prices can be confirmed now.
· Organise rehearsal dinner.
· Research and purchase wedding insurance.
· Start work on music play lists.
· Consult dermatologist.
· Consult an eyebrow specialist.

4-6 months
· If you cannot personally visit any details can be discussed over the phone or by email.
· Finalise menus.
· Choose linen and napkins.
· Pick flowers and arrangements/decorations
· Get teeth whitening done.
· Send newsletter/information pack to guests.
· Purchase groom’s ring and get engraved.
· Start getting monthly facials
· Stop eating chocolate.
· Begin dance lessons.

3 months
· Make sure attendants have bought/hired their formal wear.
· Make sure passports, visa’s and ETSA is in order for international travel. Check guests are all set too.
· Purchase toasting flutes.
· Organise for dress steaming on day of wedding.

90 days
· Full minimum expenditure is due.
· Organise a seating plan.
· Prepare bride and groom emergency kits.
· You need something old; something new; something borrowed; something blue.

6 weeks
· Contact the suggested court house to arrange your marriage certificate. The license is good from when it’s received for 60 days.
· You will receive a detailed final budget.
· The last day for guests to make hotel reservations is at the 1-month mark. Call Wedding Group Reservations to see who has booked. Check to make sure everyone has made reservations.
· Confirm all final payment amounts for your vendors.
· Make arrangements for pets and plants.

30 days
· Full balance of estimated budget is due.
· $1000 of you deposit is applied to your estimated budget.
· Signed copies of the Banquet Event Orders are due.
· All vacant rooms in the room block will be released.
· Last day for any entertainment reductions or cancellations.
· Prepare your photography shot lists of photos you want of the wedding.
· Double check your floral choices.
· Confirm all reservations.
· Determine and assign and wedding day jobs to attendants or trusted people.
· Get final hair cut if needed.
· Start packing for wedding and honeymoon

4 days
· Final guest count for rehearsal dinner is due by 12:00pm.
· Remind attendants of rehearsal dinner time and details.
· Organise tipping envelopes.

72 hours
· A final guarantee is needed for all food and beverage wedding functions.
· Final guest count for wedding is due by 12:00pm
· Freeze moistened tea bags for puffy eyes.
· Drink lots of water

24 hours
· Attend wedding rehearsal and dinner.

Wedding Day
· Eat
· Allow time for hair and makeup appointments
· Don’t forget the rings and marriage licence.
· Have dress steamed.

4-6 weeks after wedding
· The final bill will be mailed to you.
· The additional $1000 deposit will be refunded to you if no extra charges have been incurred.

 

[pezaddict231]

Napa Room is beautiful and the food is really good at Cali Grill, but if you have some picky eaters in your group they may not like it. You can also see the Castle from Whitehall Patio.

I know what you mean, I like Ariel's except for those fish chandeliers. I did like Atlantic Dance Hall but DF didn't, so that was out. I personally love the Whitehall room and wish we could have used it but we have too many people. We're going to have our pre-reception there though.

 

[ChocoKat]

I think I'd like to go see Avenue Q. I don't like the fact that you can see the pupeteers and that they don't hide the fact that they're who are controling the pupets, but I've heard it's supposed to be really funny.

Ok, so here's some things that I wouldn't call updates... But I thought I'd put them in...

We started considering changing from the Whitehall room to the Napa room, I've been reading through the Napa vs White hall thread, and the view is just awesome, so I got a copy of the menus from Joe and we had a look through them. I didn't like them, but I gave them to DF to look through, as he is technically in charge of the food and drinks... He didn't mind the menus, but when it came down to it, he prefered to be able to pick everything on the menu and have a different location then to have a set menu and have that location...

That started us looking at all available reception spaces - outside the parks - I like ariels, but I don't like the fish on the ceiling, and I don't mind the Atlantic Dance hall, but there's something about it that makes me think "Town Hall" I think it's the stage... So we'll probably stick to a small ballroom like thing...

So we're back to the whitehall room. I think it's prettier inside anyway.

Our AU$ is pretty good at the moment, so we're thinking about booking Misty. Maybe paying a lump sum above the deposit just to get it out of the way.

I've also made a "To Do" list which I'll post in the next post, it's pretty long... So you'll all need to go through it and tell me what I've missed...

I'll be adding in things like Dress fitting and the like once I pick my dress, but because I haven't yet I don't know at what stage I'll need to book these in for...

I sooo wanted the Napa room, alas it is too small a venue, if we had less people I would book it in an instant, I love the Cali Grill!
I do have a lot of picky eaters on my in-law side, so that could be a problem there, but man what a view.

Still White Hall was beautiful and if you see my PJ the monorail passes right over the patio which I think is pretty cool AND you can see the castle's top too.

OMG see Avenue Q!!! Me and DF have seen it twice now (I have seen it 3x) and LOVE it. so funny. you won't stop laughing

Can't wait to see dress fitting pics! yay

I know right? I only have the soundtrack, got hooked after watching a clip on youtube, so I bought the whole album, I listen to it at random and it cracks me up. Great stuff, can't wait to actually see it on stage!

I can't wait for dress fitting pics either!!

 

[Chilly]

Excellent to do list

 

[Boardwalk_bride]

Love the to do list....your so organized!

I really like both rooms, but I think I would personally choose the Napa room. It just looks different from the average room. But, I do like the fact the Whitehall has a patio Too many good options at disney!

 

[BecBennett]

Love the to do list....your so organized!

I really like both rooms, but I think I would personally choose the Napa room. It just looks different from the average room. But, I do like the fact the Whitehall has a patio Too many good options at disney!

Just coz I've written the to do list doesn't mean I've done anything! Actually it was Df's idea, b/c he has no idea what's involved in planning a wedding, and I don't really either, so I scouted around all of the wedding to do lists, and used DFTW's timeline and came up with that... Now I've got to work on ticking things off... Maybe I'll give DF a page and tell him to take care of it...

I really like the Napa room too, but I really wanted to be able to say "first I want us to eat this, and then that followed by some of this..." I don't want someone to be saying to me "Ok, first you'll have this and then that and then we'll bring you some of this" That's what happens when you go to someone elses wedding, I shouldn't have to do it at mine. I'm a picky eater, and while I'm sure I could find a meal that I'd be more then happy with at the Cali grill, I don't like any of the menu's right through.

 

[MainStMandy]

Just coz I've written the to do list doesn't mean I've done anything! Actually it was Df's idea, b/c he has no idea what's involved in planning a wedding, and I don't really either, so I scouted around all of the wedding to do lists, and used DFTW's timeline and came up with that... Now I've got to work on ticking things off... Maybe I'll give DF a page and tell him to take care of it...

I really like the Napa room too, but I really wanted to be able to say "first I want us to eat this, and then that followed by some of this..." I don't want someone to be saying to me "Ok, first you'll have this and then that and then we'll bring you some of this" That's what happens when you go to someone elses wedding, I shouldn't have to do it at mine. I'm a picky eater, and while I'm sure I could find a meal that I'd be more then happy with at the Cali grill, I don't like any of the menu's right through.

Love your to do list!! I wish I was that organized.

I love Cali Grill but my group didn't when we went last time. They had a hard time finding something to eat I guess WHP is safer

 

[BecBennett]

I feel like I'm all dressed up and no where to go

Well that's not true, I'm at work until lunch time today, then I'm going to the races. It's Melbourne Cup day here, which is a horse race that "stops the nation" it's pretty true, come 3pm no work is done and everyone tunes in to watch a horse race.

So I'm all dressed up at work, wasting time until it's time to go... It's also my mum's birthday, so we're taking her to a nice lunch first, then onto the gambling!!

It should be a really nice day, and I'll post pics if I take any...

 

[BecBennett]

Bah! I wanted to book Misty yesterday and DF has asked me not to, because he doesn't know enough about it...

I'm really confused... and slightly annoyed... because I've been going through everything with him for months, and I must have been talking to a brick wall!! Now when I've told him I need his signature, his ears have perked up and he's not so sure

I asked him about a year ago, when we first got engaged, what the most important thing about the wedding was for him, he said food, and I told him mine was photography, so we agreed that we wouldn't skimp on either of them at all, both would be exactly what we want and no compromising... He's not too concerned about booking Misty, he understands I want her as my photographer and that's it, but what he doesn't understand is that what we would be paying for them is really quite reasonable, and he believes that paying for her, would mean that we couldn't afford a MK shoot, even though I've gone through the budget, and yes we could, we could with no problems...

I think he's just getting worried about booking anything, because he hasn't been paying enough attention to know what's going on, and what is included in wedding planning, so last night I dumped a heap of wedding magazines and planners on his lap and said "If you don't want to take my word for it, then read that!" and stormed off... I was a little angry because I've done budgets for us for years, for when we first moved in together, for when we bought our house, for both times we've been on international holidays, and every time I've dnoe them, he's just taken my word for it, but for some reason he just cant come to terms with the fact that I know we can afford this...

He has a motorbike in our garage worth the same as our wedding is going to cost, and he's worried that what I'm planning might be a bit extravagent for heavens sake!!! He doesn't even ride it!!!

Ok, rant over, I just don't get what's stopping him from making these decisions, when really in the scheme of things they're quite small decisions to make!

Ok, back to your regularly scheduled program...

 

[Chilly]

MEN! Sending you a hug

 

[ChocoKat]

Sounds normal, don't panic!
He is suffering from groomanitis. 3 on every 5 men contract this debilitating disease, it is the opposite of the Bridezilla virus that infects 4 out of 7 brides (2 out of 3 on the actual wedding date)*

*All diagnosis and statistics are made up. Please don't consult a doctor they will think you are nuts.

 

[MainStMandy]

Lol men...sometimes they just snap out of things and want to know whats going on. Df woke me at 4 this morning to ask who switches our songs during the processional. Sometimes we think they are listening....and obviously we are very wrong!

 

[malibustacey]

Men have SELECTIVE hearing .... they only listen to what they want to hear!