Kashmir104's Couture PJ (p.1) & TR (p.28): WP/CR~1/3/09* 5/6: Highlights Video p.30

[FSUDisneyGirl]

it's been great reading about your wedding! i think the couture weddings look so tasteful. i'm sure yours will be beautiful!

looking forward to read more!

 

[disneediva]

subscribing

 

[LuluLovesDisney]

beautiful invitations!

 

[mo1973]

Really enjoying hearing all the details. Maybe it's because it's past my bed time or maybe I just plain missed something- did you decide to go with the Marings for photography?

So cool- you guys are an adorable couple! Can't wait to hear more.

 

[Kashmir104]

Hi everyone,

I'm sorry I haven't written much in 2 months. Life has been crazy... really not so good crazy.

I recently interviewed for a position at my company's branch in the Bay Area of California... now I knew about eventually going back there since I left and this open position since the beginning of July. The reality that I might actually get it and will be able to FINALLY live with Eric on a permanent basis is exciting and wonderful (I miss him SOOO much!), however I'm devistated to have to leave my family. I really do love the East Coast.

As everyone knows, Eric's parents gave us a really hard time about our Disney engagement. Unfortunately, things have gotten worse with them. They have said so many hurtful things. I'm devistated, Eric's devistated, and so are my parents... of course this happens RIGHT when I start down a path of changing my life by going out there!

I haven't heard back about the job yet (my interview was on Tuesday, so I still have some time), but I figure it's God's will and everything happens for a reason.

I've been going through a really rough point right now, so I wanted to say that I love you all and still appreciate all of your comments on our wedding (even though I haven't responded individually to them.) Eric and I both decided that having our dream wedding is extremely important to us, so we are going to try our best and move forward as far as we can with all of this crap going on! I promise that once things settle down I will update you all on the details.

In the mean time, I will post a few pictures of Eric and my trip to Disneyland for our 1 year engagement anniversary. It was so special!!! We also bought into Disney Vacation Club! Our first piece of property together!!!!! Only fitting it would be Disney.

I hope you enjoy and again I'm sorry for being so stinky about updating!

Our engagement anniversary dinner... same spot and everything!

When we came back to our hotel room at the Grand Californian...

A gift from Eric to wear on our wedding day

Fun in the parks with friends

My friend Katie and I have been friends since kindergarten. She is one of my BM:

After buying a piece of Saratoga Springs Resort (yay DVC!) we had to celebrate with Minnie

 

[Dreamer24]

Courtney, I am so sorry to hear about all of the trouble you are having. Hold your head high. Things will work out. Keep planning that dream wedding!

 

[Glorydaz]

Courtney,

As much grief as his parents are giving you - what matters most is how Eric and you are dealing with this. In the end, it's the two of you who will be married and sharing and starting a life together. From what you've written and the photos, it is very certain that Eric loves you beyond belief and you him. And Courtney, that's it in a nutshell. It's a shame that his parents wish to treat Eric as a commodity - to actually hire a lawyer! absolutely horrible. People sometimes don't realize what they do to drive other people out of their lives. Hopefully his parents will wise up - quickly!

In the meantime, keep us up to date with all your plans - I just know your wedding will be everything you want!

Michelle

 

[yearbook50]

I'm really sorry to hear that. His parents seem very controlling and disrespectful of you.

Keep planning your wedding, your way. It will be magical and beautiful and a wonderful display of the love between yourself and Eric.

 

[jasonandlisa]

I'm sorry to hear that thing's with Eric's family are getting even worse. They're certainly not making this easy on you.

That ring he gave you is absolutely gorgeous!!

 

[miranda1979]

sending hugs to you. I hope everything works out for you and your DF.

 

[Lindsay22]

Lots of hugs for you! Don't worry about his parents, if they don't want to be involved in your life that is their loss. Your wedding will be stunning and I can't wait to hear more about it.

 

[hmgolden]

Oh my goodness! I can't believe his parents. I would have loved to have been a fly on the wall to see what your parents reaction was to that meeting. I would have been so insulted if I was them.

I hope that everything works out, and that his parents come to accept you as part of their family. Having a rift in the family won't be easy for anyone.

Good luck to you and Eric. I hope you hear about the job soon!

 

[Shyvioletisme]

oh my, I am SO sorry to hear how bad things are with Eric's parents. It is good to know that you two aren't letting this stop your plans in the least. Just keep your head up, know that you are a wonderful person and revel in yours and Eric's love for each other. Keep planning that wedding and marry the man you love. That's all you need.

btw, love the pics you posted...that ring he bought you to wear on the wedding day is gorgeous!!!

 

[D&R love Disney]

Courtney I'm so sorry how things are going with Eric's parents {{hug}}. Hopefully things will get better.

And a big WELCOME HOME fellow SSR owner!

Good luck on getting the job and keep us informed on how things are progressing!

 

[KQAN]

What an awful way to treat someone, I hope everything works out for you because if not, you could have years of trouble with his parents ahead of you. One question, can Eric intervene at all? After all it's his parents - has he confronted them about all this?

Another question/piece of unsolicited advice: is there a way you guys can work your finances so ultimately you will not be financially dependent on them, so they will not be able to wield any power? I know San Fran is the most expensive housing market in the country, but maybe you could come up with a long-term plan to not have to depend on his parents any longer, even if it means moving to a different area or a smaller apartment/house. Just a thought. Good luck with everything!

 

[RangerPooh]

Sorry to hear about all the problems that his family is causing you. It sounds like they are just looking for excuses at this point.

I realize that the bay area is incredibly expensive, DH and I use to live in the San Jose area and left due to the high cost. I don't know where you are interviewing for work, but if you are willing to commute there are options for more "afforable" (relatively speaking) communities, you just have to seek them out. DH use to work in the city and communted form all parts of the bay area so it can be done. Hopefully things will be resolved soon enough.

 

[HarbinsMom]

I honestly can't imagine what you're going through. As long as Eric is supporting you, you'll be okay. That's not to say it won't be easy, but together you can deal with it. I do hope things get better for you.

 

[calanniebu]

OMG! I don't have much advice but I wanted to send some happy thoughts and PD your way. It sounds like Eric supports you and that you are truly in this together! I think my jaw dropped when I heard his parents flew out for an intervention!

Good Luck with the job. I originally grew up in Northern CA and now live in New England, but if I ever had to move back I'd live in the Bay Area.

 

[B2B-2008]

Parents are a nightmare. I'm not on speaking terms with my DF step mum anymore because everything I do isn't good enough

Be strong as a couple and prove them wrong. This thought keeps me strong. Good luck

 

[mo1973]

I am so, so sorry to hear about this. Keep the faith and know lots of people are sending you both good thoughts!