I forgot to mention before we went on to Nassau, Rufaro our Wedding Planner called. She said the captain thought the ceremony would need to be held inside. There were excessive winds (dont recall what she said) but she did say we could wait until 2pm to decide what we were going to do.
We got back to the ship and had to wait FOREVER to board!!! Come on dont these people realize I AM GETTING MARRIED IN A FEW HOURS!!!! They were letting a ton of late sleepers off the ship (it was probably around 11:30 or so then, maybe earlier). So after waiting patiently, we were finally allowed to board the ship.
We took our purchases to our cabin and then went to Beach Blanket (I think) for lunch. We sat our on the deck and watched as the cleaned the Secret Deck for our vow renewal.
We watched the flag whipping in the wind. I actually set my camera to take the quick succession of pics, not sure if this gives you an idea or not.
At this time Dale and I stood there and realized that there was NO way wed be having our much-anticipated ceremony on Deck 7. I so wanted the pretty white ribbons that I saw on Betsys thread. But it was time to be an adult and do what was best. In the end, I am so glad we had our ceremony inside, as it was SO HOT AND HUMID and WINDY. It even rained a little during a ceremony (the deck was wet when we went to take photos).
So we head back to our cabin and Rufaro calls to see if I am in. She is on her way up to take me out to deck 7 to see what I think. I was so happy that they even let me have a say. It was very windy when we went out, so we made the official decision. At that time, Rufaro was going to print revised invites to the few friends we had met on the DIS who were going to share in our special day.
I went up to the SPA for my hair appointment. Ive never gotten my hair done! I get it cut a few times a year, but I went to school to do hair, so I colored my own hair and permed my own hair for YEARS. Just a few years ago, I stopped coloring it and I love that its so healthy now. I am sorry but I do not remember the girl who did my hair but she did a beautiful job. I paid way too much money for a sparkling barrette that I may never wear again, but it looked so nice. Of course all the photos, and I dont think there is one of the back of my hair. Oh well. Trust me, it looked really pretty. So after my hair was all done up, I headed back to the room and waited for Dale to get ready and leave. I told him to go find somewhere cool to hang out until it was time for our Vow Renewal. Shortly thereafter, my friend Dawn arrived to help me make sure I was all zipped up ok and not falling out anywhere. Lol.
Dale proceeded to the Cadillac Lounge where our ceremony was going to be held. Two other friends we met online were there to share in our very special day. Karen (our other photographer) and Corinna our friend from across the pond. Karen took some shots with my camera and with hers.
This was how the set up the Lounge (so it didnt look so much like a lounge).
Our cake table and certificate from Disney Fairy Tale Weddings.
Where the ceremony will be held.
Our Sand Ceremony (before the ceremony).
I asked Rufaro to make sure that Dales flower was on right. She is such a sweetheart.
It was finally time to meet my hubby. He hadnt seen my gown at all, so I had to stay hidden until it was time. I dont have any shots of me walking down the aisle (the photographer took plenty, but we could only pick 25, and there were others I liked better). When I got to the front, Dale told me how pretty I looked and then he had to smell my flowers.
During the ceremony
During our vows, Dale got choked up. I was so touched and couldnt believe how much he loved me. I know, 25 years I should know this but when your husband is telling you how hell love you forever, just melted my heart all over again.
The KISS
(oh look, you can see my hair, lol).
Up next, our sand ceremony, the cake cutting, the toast, our first dance and then LOTS of photos around the ship!!!! (and I promise not to take long).
I know what you mean about the wind on a cruise ship. It doesn't look like it would be that windy until you are actually there. I like your pictures of things you don't normally get to see like the anchor and the big chain that holds the anchor. Very cool.
Now i can finally continue my report. So fans look for my continued report at the Magic Kingdom in a day or two.
Well hear we go. Patty subscribes to this great service called Tour Guide Mike's and he said today would be a green day at MK. That means it would be the best day of the week to visit. It was Alien green it was so empty. By 11:30 we had done all the major and some minor rides and attractions. But, i need to digress. In the past for free Disney Dinnig i have gone to the food court and picked up a box of donuts for 2 days of breakfast on the snack plan
. Not this time. What
? Dang. I settled for a real breakfast since i was going to have to pay for it. Back to MK. Since in the past we have watched the opening countdown and activities we decided to stand next to the entrance for the rope drop. When it dropped we booked. Right to Pirates
. But, alas me matey. It was closed.
Broke down
. Aint workin. Some point we thought we would try to reserve lunch at the Crystal resturaunt. We got in. Then got stuffed. In between time we gots lots of pics and autos from the characters in the resturaunt. We even met some fellow bikers. Boy we are a friendly group
That is so excited that you are coming "home" in May. When is your birthday?
