Courtenay and Brian's 10-14-12 Wishes Wedding WP and ADH

[belle2211]

Andrea, mint chocolate filling?? mmmmm! QUOTE]


Yup! In fact, when we get our anniversary cake in June, we are going to ask that it be the mint chocolate flavor instead of our original top layer of chocolate with bavarian (or was it boston?) cream.

 

[tinydancr06]

I just got all caught up on your PJ so I wanted to say hi! I love your colors and your engagement photos are all beautiful. Can't wait to see how the rest of your planning goes!

 

[CourtenayB]

You can do a funfetti type of cake. It's not exactly, but I asked my planner for funfetti and the bakery came back to her that they would take the vanilla cake and add sprinkles to it for the effect. I haven't had my planning session yet so I'm not sure what it tastes like.

Really? Good to know. Thanks for telling me. I bet it will be tasty. I know we mentioned that we wanted funfetti but Carol didn't make any suggestions or mention that they could. Maybe I will ask her about it. Thanks again. Let me know how your planning session goes! I bet you will have a wonderful time.

 

[CourtenayB]

I just got all caught up on your PJ so I wanted to say hi! I love your colors and your engagement photos are all beautiful. Can't wait to see how the rest of your planning goes!

Hi!! Thank you, it has been a lot of fun planning. Such excitement and so much going on. I am heading over to check out your PJ now.

Andrea, mint chocolate filling?? mmmmm! QUOTE]


Yup! In fact, when we get our anniversary cake in June, we are going to ask that it be the mint chocolate flavor instead of our original top layer of chocolate with bavarian (or was it boston?) cream.

Mmm that does sound good! I don't think my DF likes mint chocolate So we have to choose something else. We are thinking hazelnut.

Looks like your PS went great!! We have Laura too, and loved Charles! Can't wait for him to cook for us again!

Andrea, mint chocolate filling?? mmmmm! We had a layer of mousse with fresh strawberries when we had 4 layers, but when we reduced to 3, we took it out, so fresh fruit maybe?

Your colors sound really pretty together and I think the linens, napkins and chair covers will all look great!

I missed your e-pics somehow, they are so cute!! I love that you were able to get some with your doggie!! Your Save the Dates are great too!! Making great progress!

Hey Tric!! The PS was great, a total blast. Tons of info though. Isn't Charles awesome? He is an artist. Mmmm fresh strawberries sound yummy. Who knows what we will decide. All I know is Brian was SOOO sad when we couldn't get his groom's cake; I mean total depression at that moment. His little heart sank. I am thinking about getting it for him for some other time we are there but I don't know how that will work out. I must bring out my sneakiness. Thanks for all the kind words, I appreciate it. I have been by your PJ today and left my mark lol...don't kill me.

xoxo

 

[Ash8716]

Glad to hear that for the most part your planning session went well. The tasting is definitely awesome! We had the chicken francaises for dinner too and it was so good! I'm sorry you weren't happy with the cake tasting, I'm kind of surprised! We really loved the cake granted you are right there aren't a whole lot of flavors! There cakes are so expensive so you need to be happy! Funfetti would have been awesome, thats what my mom makes me every year for my bday! I can't wait to see all of the colors you chose put together, it sounds so pretty! Good luck with the cake, I hope you find something you will all be happy with! I can tell you that the day of the wedding the cake tasted awesome and everyone loved it!

 

[CourtenayB]

Glad to hear that for the most part your planning session went well. The tasting is definitely awesome! We had the chicken francaises for dinner too and it was so good! I'm sorry you weren't happy with the cake tasting, I'm kind of surprised! We really loved the cake granted you are right there aren't a whole lot of flavors! There cakes are so expensive so you need to be happy! Funfetti would have been awesome, thats what my mom makes me every year for my bday! I can't wait to see all of the colors you chose put together, it sounds so pretty! Good luck with the cake, I hope you find something you will all be happy with! I can tell you that the day of the wedding the cake tasted awesome and everyone loved it!

Hey Ash! I really appreciate you making me feel better. It's good to hear from someone who has had the cake on wedding day. And your cake was awesome! I know everything will turn out amazing; I have no doubt about that. I am sure I sounded like a true bridezilla in my cake post lol....but we were just so sad about B's cake and then not getting a whole lot of options from Disney. But they are working with us and no matter what we choose it will be amazing. Also, good to know the chicken francaise is delicious...I mean I really like it. Yum! I think we will keep it, maybe even the breading. Did you find that the breading was soggy or did it turn out fine? Aww, funfetti on your bday is so, well...fun! lol. How sweet of your momma. Maybe we will get them to stick some sprinkles in one of the cakes.

Thanks again Ashley. Oh, and as usual I am loving your updates and your wedding is so beautiful. I wish it would never end.

 

[2012DisneyWorldBride]

Awwww your story is very cute...And that ring is GORGEOUS!!!!!

Also the pic of you and your fiance is very cute too!!!

Im going to keep reading along...

 

[Ash8716]

Hey Ash! I really appreciate you making me feel better. It's good to hear from someone who has had the cake on wedding day. And your cake was awesome! I know everything will turn out amazing; I have no doubt about that. I am sure I sounded like a true bridezilla in my cake post lol....but we were just so sad about B's cake and then not getting a whole lot of options from Disney. But they are working with us and no matter what we choose it will be amazing. Also, good to know the chicken francaise is delicious...I mean I really like it. Yum! I think we will keep it, maybe even the breading. Did you find that the breading was soggy or did it turn out fine? Aww, funfetti on your bday is so, well...fun! lol. How sweet of your momma. Maybe we will get them to stick some sprinkles in one of the cakes.

Thanks again Ashley. Oh, and as usual I am loving your updates and your wedding is so beautiful. I wish it would never end.

Glad I could help!!! You don't sound like a bridezilla at all. Certain things bother certain people and we all have the right to get mad! Thats what these boards are for. I'm glad Disney is trying to work with you though, hopefully you can come up with something that you will be happy with! Disney really needs to start thinking outside of the box and stop sticking to all the same stuff though. I know they can pretty much make any food you want so I am sure they can come up with something!

The breading on the chicken was fine too me. But again the day went by so fast that I may not have noticed. I didn't hear any complaints. I just know it tasted really good!

Thanks for the wedding compliments. I so wish I could go back to that day!!

 

[Fay]

Hey Courtney,

Everything sounds fab, the food sounds lush! And that cake did sound amazing... omg my diet was loving the info on that one! haha Its a shame you cannot use an outside vendor but I'm sure your cake will still be FABULOUS!

We are also doing Large and small centre pieces! I think it makes the room look more interesting! Im such a geek! I cant wait to hear more!

Lots of Love

Happy Plannning!

Faye
xxx

 

[virtuous girl]

Everything sounds delicious from your planning session sorry about the cake situation.. I does stinks we have to use their bakery.. On a better note you are marrying the man of your dreams!!

 

[CourtenayB]

Everything sounds delicious from your planning session sorry about the cake situation.. I does stinks we have to use their bakery.. On a better note you are marrying the man of your dreams!!

That is a very good point! And in the end, that is all that matters.

 

[CourtenayB]

Ladies (and Gents, if you're reading) :

i need your help. I have decided that I will get a videographer...I just can't stand not having one. I think I'd seriously regret it. I can handle wishing I didn't spend the money but I can't handle not getting our Disney wedding on video.

Do any of you beauties have a suggeston for a videographer? Someone you liked? Heard good things about?

Thanks girls. I will be back with pictures and updates. xoxo. -Court-

 

[Icecoldpenguin]

Since you are not an in park wedding you can use a non disney videographer. I am using STVS for mine and I am very excited about it. I really like Stan as a person. I have heard that trinity used by Natalie Tonks was wonderful and I have heard some other people really loved theirs as well. STVS pricing is pretty awesome.

Teresa

 

[Sccrmnky2005]

I'm using Tim with Silver Bells. He's got great pricing. If you want his pricing you can email or message me and I will send it to you.

 

[CourtenayB]

Since you are not an in park wedding you can use a non disney videographer. I am using STVS for mine and I am very excited about it. I really like Stan as a person. I have heard that trinity used by Natalie Tonks was wonderful and I have heard some other people really loved theirs as well. STVS pricing is pretty awesome.

Teresa

I'm using Tim with Silver Bells. He's got great pricing. If you want his pricing you can email or message me and I will send it to you.

Thanks girls. I called the number for Tim but it went to some other place...I left a message so we'll see if he gets back with me. I have spoken with Stan too and he is really nice. But Tim's pricing looks more like what I can afford out of pocket. I really appreciate you guys helping me. You rock!

 

[CinderALLIE]

Joining in.

Love your invites. I think Sadie is adorable.

 

[CourtenayB]

Joining in.

Love your invites. I think Sadie is adorable.

Tee hee...I already like you! Anyone who says my little Sadie is adorable is a friend of mine. Thank you! I will try to post some more things soon.

 

[CourtenayB]

So, just an FYI, we decided to go with Tim from Silver Bells. He is such a doll! Did you guys know he created the Disney Wedding Department...or video dept for Disney weddings? This is what he told me. Amazing. He is really a nice guy, thanks for sending his info my way.

 

[CourtenayB]

Hello everyone! As promised (a million years ago) I am finally posting the pictures of the tasting we had March 2nd. I can barely remember anything at this point but I will try my best to give an accurate depiction. Also, we have bridal shower updates and some BEO info.

Be warned, this is a heavy post, with lots of things to say and lost of venting...and pictures!!!!!

This past Saturday I had my first bridal shower and it was really wonderful. My Aunt and Cousin hosted it (some say that is against the rules but I think it was sweet of them), and I had a great time. I cannot believe just how sweet and kind everyone was. I am SOOOO lucky to have these ladies in my life.

I was disappointed in a number of people who didn't show up- especially certain "friends" who live less than 15 miles away. But that happens and I guess we just have to accept it. I had girls flying in from Florida (I am in Georgia) and driving from cities/towns hours away just to be there and that is amazing and thoughtful. But for those who couldn't drive down the street (and had NO plans), well let's just say that I can narrow my guest list a little. I know I sound SO evil and mean, and really I am not, but I am opinionated and can be harsh sometimes...sorry girls, bare with me. I understand people have extenuating circumstances and sometimes you just can't make it, even if you're across the street, and I am totally okay with that, I really do understand...but these "friends" are those that really only hang around when they need you for something...like to show up to all their showers (which I did)... and give them gifts (which I did) and support them (which I did). But when you need them or want them around, they always seem to be busy and it's upsetting. And since this is the DISboards and we come here to talk and vent I just have to say all of this and say that these people are being cut from my life. I don't need or want "filler friends". Funny thing is, one of these people is the girl whose wedding I met Brian at. She was my roommate and she married Brian's roommate. So thank you for helping me meet the love of my life and now you are being cut, along with your sister and pretty much eveyone who lived in that apartment lol. This girl has caused me nothing but headaches and I have tried and tried to be a good friend but I can't handle her anymore.

To boot, only ONE person from Brian's family showed up and only two even RSVP'd (out of like 10)...that was his mom (and she is amazing, she is always there, what a sweetie- she may have a lot of opinions but she is a good woman). Not another person even called my Aunt to say "yes" or "no"...kinda weird. But his Aunt did say she wanted to throw another shower for us. I am indifferent to that idea....I am not going to ask my family and friends to travel again and I am not into the multiple shower idea but I know Brian wants to have it b/c none of his family showed up to the last one. This would be a couple's shower, so I will of course be gracious and be there. I just keep thinking why would I drive to his Aunt's house, an hour away (not really that far) b/c all but one person in his family who were invited to the last shower wouldn't come or were too busy or whatever and didn't even respond? It stresses me out. This wedding has made me hold some grudges. I am becoming a bridezilla. Let's be honest. And I always feel like it's a popularity contest and worry about who will be there and who won't (I'm crazy). Anyone else ever feel like that?

Ok enough complaining...I sound ungrateful and that's so not the case. People should just practice proper etiquette, that's all. The shower was amazing, we had a toilet paper bride contest where my mom and my future MIL got dressed by the bridesmaids...they both won! It was so funny. Food was amazing, I think I ate my weight in chicken salad cups, family and friends were beyond wonderful, and it was just an all around good time. My girlfriends from Florida who flew in were there too and that was very special. We have known each other for about 15 years and being able to spend time with them like old times was priceless. We went out after the shower and it was one of the best times I have had in my life. I love these girls so much. They are my best friends.

And without further ado, I give you pictures of the shower and the food from the tasting.

Let's start with the tasting:

Our billboard/sign at the Boardwalk Convention Center:

Appetizer of Crab Cakes and Spanikopita:

The best soup ever!!!! Lobster bisque with pancetta....sorry it's half gone I forgot to take a pic and it was just so yummy!:

Chicken Francaise with risotto (I think) and carrots...so good:

This was the mustard rubbed sirloin with roasted potatoes...ahhhmazing:

Mahi Mahi with creamed spinach...holy cannoli good- my parent's favorite dish:

Man was this dessert good. Cheescake and chocolate torte. I will eat many of these on my wedding night lol:

Bridal shower pics to follow in next post...

 

[MrsDuck]

I'm sorry some "friends" didn't show up-- I never understand people sometimes!

I know what you mean about worrying about who will be there and who won't. Sometimes I really upset myself but you need to remember that at the end of the day this is just about you and hubby!!

Love the food porn! YUM!

EDIT: love your bridal shower pics!