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[Jazzylolo]

Yay I totally was falling in love with all of the gold shoes I was finding so I'm glad you said that! I think it will look really nice with the dress

 

[Boardwalk_bride]

gold shoes look great! And ps, you are a much better photo-shopper than I am!

 

[PeytonSdiz]

Lol I am having issues today!! He likes that the bouquet matches his TIE!!!

Okay, good. LOL. I was getting a little worried!

 

[MainStMandy]

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[Sarah <3 Disney]

Yay for finding a fun, cheap dress! And I am liking the honeymoon time line. I want to stay at the Boardwalk so badly... but I am a poor, poor college student!

 

[PeytonSdiz]

A new dress. Fun!!

I can't remember, which dress are you wearing for you e-pics?

 

[Chilly]

I'm jumping on the bandwagon and saying gold shoes with the BM dress will look fab.

I think the pink and green go really well together and will look great in the WP, are you still going to change to green and blue in the evening?

Do you need to be near anywhere in particular on that first night? Could you afford the Poly on that night as well as you aren't staying as long now? Or perhaps go the opposite and stay in the Pop then the Poly will seem even better the next night!

 

[MainStMandy]

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[Shyvioletisme]

those pink shoes would go fabulous with many other things, but I think moving to gold shoes for Jazzy's dress is definitely the right choice. They will look so much better with the dress by complimenting it more than the pink ones would have!

 

[PeytonSdiz]

I am dying to see photos of this new dress. You should put it on and take a photo in it! And make sure you get one from the side or back so we can see the little train. I haven't bought any new clothes in a while so it's fun to live vicariously through other people. LOL!

 

[Jazzylolo]

What is and AP rate?

 

[Petals & Pixie Dust]

I'm jumping on the bandwagon...Gold shoes!

 

[DisneyGirl4188]

What is and AP rate?

Annual passholder rate.


Mandy, I agree with switching to gold shoes with Jazzy's dress. I would try and do two nights at the Poly (usually AP rates come out a few months in advance). It seems like such a pain to switch hotels three times. Plus, you may not get into your room until 3 and then you will have to check out at 11. That isn't too much time to enjoy, whereas if you have two nights it gives you more time to relax and enjoy.

 

[MainStMandy]

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[Boardwalk_bride]

That sounds like the reactions I get from my and DF's family as well! They really show no interest in any part of the wedding, since they are all stilled mad it is not in Ontario...whatever! As long as you like it...you have to live with the pictures, not them, so you do whatever you like (which you are anyway)!!

Does DF want to ask his brother because he feels obligated? Or just because he wants him to be included? DF has 2 brothers, but they are not close, and even though DF was a gm for his brother he didn't ask him to be one in our wedding party. But, he should do whatever will make him happy (or both of you happy)! Our bridal party is uneven, and I think some other disbrides had uneven ones as well.

 

[MainStMandy]

That sounds like the reactions I get from my and DF's family as well! They really show no interest in any part of the wedding, since they are all stilled mad it is not in Ontario...whatever! As long as you like it...you have to live with the pictures, not them, so you do whatever you like (which you are anyway)!!

Does DF want to ask his brother because he feels obligated? Or just because he wants him to be included? DF has 2 brothers, but they are not close, and even though DF was a gm for his brother he didn't ask him to be one in our wedding party. But, he should do whatever will make him happy (or both of you happy)! Our bridal party is uneven, and I think some other disbrides had uneven ones as well.

That's exactly what I said to him!! It doesn't matter to me if his brother is in it or not OR if the sides are uneven. All that matters to me is he's happy, and if he WANTS his brother in the wedding then he should ask him...but only if he wants to, not because he feels like he should.

 

[Chilly]

So here's a little update:
We went to Eric's parents house last night as they wanted to talk about where to stay for the wedding. After much persuausion we lost and they have decided to stay at a nearby Hampton Inn...and are trying to convince the rest of his family to do the same. It's not a huge deal I was just kind of hoping they would stay with us.

Are you mad you should want them far away

We also showed them some of our inspiration pics (bouquet, suit, etc.). They really had nothing to say until we showed them the cake...his mom laughed and asked if we were serious I don't think she really liked it. I also showed her pictures of my dress to which she said, It's nice. I know she doesn't have daughters but I guess I was hoping she'd say more than, it's nice. Eric says that's just how they are and not to take it personal. Oh well.

I think most parents just think of traditional weddings with big puffy dresses and white cakes, so its a shock when you show them something different. I'm sure on the day they'll be much better.

Eric is also debating whether he should ask his brother to be in the wedding. I think he really wants to do it but isn't sure how his brother will react. They aren't super close. Also, Eric (and his parents) dont' like that the bridal party would be uneven if he invites his brother...I don't care really but it was kind of a big deal to them. So I guess we'll wait and see what he decides to do. I love wedding planning!

I think if he wants to he should go for it, but then you shouldn't have another BM just to even up the numbers.

 

[DisneyDmbNut]

If they don't stay on property and the family doesn't, will you meet your night requirement?

I have no idea how this works for a land wedding, but I thought you had to have so many nights blocked or something to get a discount.

I am not really a fan of the animal print cake, but if it is what you want..then don't let their reaction change your mind. I am more for traditional cake, but it is your wedding..have what YOU want.

 

[dhay]

If they don't stay on property and the family doesn't, will you meet your night requirement?

I have no idea how this works for a land wedding, but I thought you had to have so many nights blocked or something to get a discount.

I am not really a fan of the animal print cake, but if it is what you want..then don't let their reaction change your mind. I am more for traditional cake, but it is your wedding..have what YOU want.

I agree with Betsy. I think it is the one element that clashes with everything else. You know me- I am all about not being matchy matchy, but I still think the elements need to complement each other. Just because you are at AK doesn't mean you need to have an AK inspired cake. However- if YOUR heart is set on it who gives a damn what they think and stand firm. I just don't want you to think you need to have an AK themed element to your wedding ince that is the location, you know what I mean?

And DH entire family stayed offsite. I know we didn't have a room nite minimum to meet but the fact that they stayed offsite didn't change the feel of the wedding. For us anyways. It came down to a cost element to them and maybe that is what it is coming down to for his family so that is one thing to consider.

I am sorry they laughed and weren;t considerate of your feelings but if you really want the cake have it. But if you are only doing it because you think you need to tie in the AK location then go with another cake that will complement your other elements a little better.

I think being married in a theme park is kinda neat enough

Good luck honey! Remember- you are marrying Eric- not his family but you will always need to cultivate a kind realtionship with them but you are marrying Eric.

 

[MainStMandy]

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