Val & Dan's PJ- Wedding Canceled
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Mama of Indybride
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There are many fabulous things that have arrived on my doorstep since Val and I spent our time on E Bay Sunday!
She will have many fabulous things to show you when she updates her PJ next!
Aunt Nikki
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The engagement photo shoot sounds great...can't wait to see the pictures!
I hope you have a great time! Have fun with everything!!!
Love you!!!!
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I love the tacori collection from QVC!!! I think I found a pair of earings that I might order!! I love yours, they are sooooo pretty. Yay for sparkly jewelry. lol
Thats great that you guys will do an engagement photo shoot. That's really exciting!!! Cant' wait to see how the pics turn out. Have a great time in Disney and have fun planning!!
Thats great that you guys will do an engagement photo shoot. That's really exciting!!! Cant' wait to see how the pics turn out. Have a great time in Disney and have fun planning!!
sandysplayhouse
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Hey we got back last night and I was exhausted! I fell asleep right away and napped today! I'm having problems with my internet explorer on my lap top so it might take a couple days before I can get some pics up. We had a great time and I was so sad to leave.
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So nice that you are back home. Did you enjoy our lovely weather? It's been a particularly mild and nice summer, we're all enjoying it immensely. I hope you enjoyed your engagement shoot, can't wait to see some of your pictures and hear all about your experiences
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Mama of Indybride
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Yes, I went. The food was awesome! Everybody was so nice!
I don't want to steal Val's thunder, but here are a couple of pics to get the party started!
We are wearing our Disney Bride / Maid of Honor/ Mob shirts, but you can't see them very well. Left to Right, Val, Val's Mama (me!) DD, DSis...
The Happy Couple
On Big Thunder!
I now turn over Val's PJ to Val!
Isn't she cute?
I don't want to steal Val's thunder, but here are a couple of pics to get the party started!
We are wearing our Disney Bride / Maid of Honor/ Mob shirts, but you can't see them very well. Left to Right, Val, Val's Mama (me!) DD, DSis...
The Happy Couple
On Big Thunder!
I now turn over Val's PJ to Val!
Isn't she cute?
I'm still uploading pics into photobucket but I wanted to get started while I still remember things!!! Our flight left at 6:05 am! 
So, Dan and I woke up at 3:40 and were at my mom's house by 4:00. Luckily we live very close and I had taken care of everything the night before. So, we get here and drop our doggy off and by 4:30 we are on our way to the airport. No problems with security- Dan's name is on the watch list so sometimes that gives us some trouble. No reason, just because it's similiar to someone they need to be worried about. Anway- here are some pics in the plane on our way. We are all very tired and I don't look my best so bear with me!
And here is my Mom and sister behind us!
So, we get to the Grand Californian with no problems and check in. Of course our room isn't ready yet because it's like 8 in the morning. So, we head up to the Concierge's lounge and get some food. And coffee!! Here is my first Disney meal.
After grabbing our food we head to the monorail, the park had early entry which we missed but we still got there really early. Our first official ride is Buzz LightYear Astro Blasters. We ride a few rides and head back to the hotel because we are supposed to meet the DJ.
Well, the DJ had been there for like two hours and I tell him he should have called me and he wouldn't have had to wait. So, it was a very quick meeting. I got a good feeling from him. He was a little more quiet than I expected from a DJ but he definatly sounded like he knew what he was doing. He sounded like he can read a crowd well. After that we decide to go look at the Rose Court Garden because Dan and my sister hadn't seen it. It was so beautiful!! Even more amazing than I remember because the flowers were in bloom!! I'll be so dissappointed if the roses aren't in bloom for the wedding because we moved it up a couple weeks. But, I think they will be. Here's a pic-
And one of Me and Dan, I just wanted a couple pictures but it turned into a photo session!
So, after this we are on our way to the planning session! I need to upload more pics for this next part.
So, Dan and I woke up at 3:40 and were at my mom's house by 4:00. Luckily we live very close and I had taken care of everything the night before. So, we get here and drop our doggy off and by 4:30 we are on our way to the airport. No problems with security- Dan's name is on the watch list so sometimes that gives us some trouble. No reason, just because it's similiar to someone they need to be worried about. Anway- here are some pics in the plane on our way. We are all very tired and I don't look my best so bear with me!
And here is my Mom and sister behind us!
So, we get to the Grand Californian with no problems and check in. Of course our room isn't ready yet because it's like 8 in the morning. So, we head up to the Concierge's lounge and get some food. And coffee!! Here is my first Disney meal.
After grabbing our food we head to the monorail, the park had early entry which we missed but we still got there really early. Our first official ride is Buzz LightYear Astro Blasters. We ride a few rides and head back to the hotel because we are supposed to meet the DJ.
Well, the DJ had been there for like two hours and I tell him he should have called me and he wouldn't have had to wait. So, it was a very quick meeting. I got a good feeling from him. He was a little more quiet than I expected from a DJ but he definatly sounded like he knew what he was doing. He sounded like he can read a crowd well. After that we decide to go look at the Rose Court Garden because Dan and my sister hadn't seen it. It was so beautiful!! Even more amazing than I remember because the flowers were in bloom!! I'll be so dissappointed if the roses aren't in bloom for the wedding because we moved it up a couple weeks. But, I think they will be. Here's a pic-
And one of Me and Dan, I just wanted a couple pictures but it turned into a photo session!
So, after this we are on our way to the planning session! I need to upload more pics for this next part.
That is so great that you'll be able to get some engagement pictures done while you're at Disneyland. We did some when we were in Florida for our planning session too. I did them the day of my hair and makeup trail and it worked out perfect. My lady did my hair up with the veil and tiara then took it out and made it slightly different since she knew I was getting my engagement pictures done that way. She said she wanted to make sure it was a little different than what I was actually going to have for the wedding
I can't wait to hear about your trip once you get back, I know how exciting it can be when you finally get to do the planning!!!
Vanessa, I got my hair and make up done too before the photos! It's so convenient that way! Although, I think Dan would have preferred if I took it all off so it could be a surprise! He was amazed at the fake lashes!
Those are beautiful earrings!! I love them!!! They are so sparkley and shiny!!!
Thank you! They are very sparkly!
You know, after I read this post I freaked out because I didn't want the same pics. But, we went into DCA and got so many great pics that I'm so happy we did it! Since we can't go into the park in my dress- although in suits guys have it easier- we won't have any duplicates.
Thanks! We'll probably get to work on them tomorrow.
The trip was exciting and wonderful! I had a fabulous time!
The engagement photo shoot sounds great...can't wait to see the pictures!
I hope you have a great time! Have fun with everything!!!
Love you!!!!
Thank you! I'm glad to see you on here again! I miss you.
I love the tacori collection from QVC!!! I think I found a pair of earings that I might order!! I love yours, they are sooooo pretty. Yay for sparkly jewelry. lol
Thats great that you guys will do an engagement photo shoot. That's really exciting!!! Cant' wait to see how the pics turn out. Have a great time in Disney and have fun planning!!
My grandma LOVES QVC!! All our presents come from QVC! And now with these earrings I LOVE QVC.
So nice that you are back home. Did you enjoy our lovely weather? It's been a particularly mild and nice summer, we're all enjoying it immensely. I hope you enjoyed your engagement shoot, can't wait to see some of your pictures and hear all about your experiences
The weather was so beautiful! I had to wear a jacket or long sleeved shirt at night!
I'm a baby with cold or chilly weather! My photographer was so excited to be taking pictures there and that made it even more exciting! Woohoo! Glad you are back. Hope it was a wonderful time!
It was a fabulous time, thank you!
Okay, so we head from the RCG back to the Grand so we can have our planning session. The planning session was in one of the conference rooms right next to where our reception is going to be. Our planner wasn't there yet but there was a server who took us into the room and got us drinks. I had already had a LOT of coffee and coke so I opted to stick with water. The place settings were set up and we looked at the napkin folds. Of course Dan and I wanted different ones. I asked the servers about maybe alternating the one I liked with the one Dan liked. They said, of course we can do that.
Well, since our planner wasn't there yet the server let us peek at the Wisteria room and "patio" becuase Dan hadn't seen it yet. I say "patio" because it's really just a slab of cement but- it's where the bar is so it's going to be my favorite place!!!
After we get back into the room where the planning session is they bring out the bread that is served with pretty rose butters. The bread is made at Le Brea bakery in DTD which I LOVE! I'm very excited about the bread!
The planner finally gets their saying she was waiting for Beth the entertainment coordinator who was going to be late. So, she asks us what napkin fold we like and I mention having two different ones. That didn't go over too well. I think she said, "Well, we COULD do both. But, I think you should pick one or the other. I mean we could do both but I would pick one or the other" She said that a couple times when I finally decided to go with the fleur de le (or however you spell it) becuase that's the one Dan likes and everyone suggested higher ones. I said- it's just napkins, no one will remember. Then, they bring out the food!!! The salad we chose is a caprese salad with some greens on top. They pour the balsamic vinagrette at the table over the salad. It was sooooo good! The fresh mozzerella was so delicious and the tomatoes were nice and sweet. And big basil leaves! YUMMY!!!
Next came out the entrees. They had a four compartment plate with both entrees were are going to serve. Both were delicous!! Also the veggies were great! I LOVE veggies!
This is the steak and lobster tail! Very yummy. They served the steak medium with mashed potatoes which were delicious!! Definatly my meal for the reception.
This is the roasted lemon myer chicken and braised short ribs. The ribs were so tender! Just fell apart with your fork. I got these particularly for my sister- she's not a fan of seafood but I knew she'd love this meal. My mom is pretty sure this is the meal she is eating- she loved it! The chicken had great flavor as well. Up next... dessert!
I orignally wanted individual fondue but I had a creme brulee which reminded me how much I LOVE it. So, that's what we had the the pastry chef made heart shaped coconut macaroons to go with! It was so good but I could only eat 1/2 because I was getting so full. I regret that now.
Then we were served coffee which was great and I needed it! At this point it is like two in the afternoon!
Here is the cake we had to sample!! Oh- it was all so yummy!!! We then showed the cake decorator our Mickey Mad Hatter cake that I loved! She looked a little scared to be honest! Our wedding planner said she would try to track to contact Florida for some help. I figured that won't be too hard and didn't understand why everyone was making such a big deal about it.
So by now I am stuffed and exhausted! Of course, this is when the real planning begins! Dan is falling asleep next to me and everyone sort of comes and goes. When we get to linens I decide on floor length black table cloths with black chair covers. Beth, my entertainment director who is so nice, tells me of some napkins in silver that are two toned with black with will pull it all together. She then tells me we have to use the napkin fold I like because they aren't stiff enough. I found that funny after all the napkin talk earlier.
So, we get into having Mickey and Minnie the type of floral I want and $250 center pieces!! I couldn't believe it! For three glass tubes with water and flowers- we are having those on two tables and something else on the other three. I was so tired at this point, I was having trouble concentrating and had trouble caring what the centerpeices were to be honest. The session lasted about an hour and a half and I was so overloaded with info! I two weeks or so I should have my BEO and in a month or so I should have my floral BEO. Until then, I get all I want!!!
Well, since our planner wasn't there yet the server let us peek at the Wisteria room and "patio" becuase Dan hadn't seen it yet. I say "patio" because it's really just a slab of cement but- it's where the bar is so it's going to be my favorite place!!!
After we get back into the room where the planning session is they bring out the bread that is served with pretty rose butters. The bread is made at Le Brea bakery in DTD which I LOVE! I'm very excited about the bread! The planner finally gets their saying she was waiting for Beth the entertainment coordinator who was going to be late. So, she asks us what napkin fold we like and I mention having two different ones. That didn't go over too well. I think she said, "Well, we COULD do both. But, I think you should pick one or the other. I mean we could do both but I would pick one or the other" She said that a couple times when I finally decided to go with the fleur de le (or however you spell it) becuase that's the one Dan likes and everyone suggested higher ones. I said- it's just napkins, no one will remember. Then, they bring out the food!!! The salad we chose is a caprese salad with some greens on top. They pour the balsamic vinagrette at the table over the salad. It was sooooo good! The fresh mozzerella was so delicious and the tomatoes were nice and sweet. And big basil leaves! YUMMY!!!
Next came out the entrees. They had a four compartment plate with both entrees were are going to serve. Both were delicous!! Also the veggies were great! I LOVE veggies!
This is the steak and lobster tail! Very yummy. They served the steak medium with mashed potatoes which were delicious!! Definatly my meal for the reception.
This is the roasted lemon myer chicken and braised short ribs. The ribs were so tender! Just fell apart with your fork. I got these particularly for my sister- she's not a fan of seafood but I knew she'd love this meal. My mom is pretty sure this is the meal she is eating- she loved it! The chicken had great flavor as well. Up next... dessert!
I orignally wanted individual fondue but I had a creme brulee which reminded me how much I LOVE it. So, that's what we had the the pastry chef made heart shaped coconut macaroons to go with! It was so good but I could only eat 1/2 because I was getting so full. I regret that now.
Then we were served coffee which was great and I needed it! At this point it is like two in the afternoon!
Here is the cake we had to sample!! Oh- it was all so yummy!!! We then showed the cake decorator our Mickey Mad Hatter cake that I loved! She looked a little scared to be honest! Our wedding planner said she would try to track to contact Florida for some help. I figured that won't be too hard and didn't understand why everyone was making such a big deal about it.
So by now I am stuffed and exhausted! Of course, this is when the real planning begins! Dan is falling asleep next to me and everyone sort of comes and goes. When we get to linens I decide on floor length black table cloths with black chair covers. Beth, my entertainment director who is so nice, tells me of some napkins in silver that are two toned with black with will pull it all together. She then tells me we have to use the napkin fold I like because they aren't stiff enough. I found that funny after all the napkin talk earlier.
So, we get into having Mickey and Minnie the type of floral I want and $250 center pieces!! I couldn't believe it! For three glass tubes with water and flowers- we are having those on two tables and something else on the other three. I was so tired at this point, I was having trouble concentrating and had trouble caring what the centerpeices were to be honest. The session lasted about an hour and a half and I was so overloaded with info! I two weeks or so I should have my BEO and in a month or so I should have my floral BEO. Until then, I get all I want!!!
I forgot all about my favor let down!!!!! I wanted to do mickey rice crispy treats as my favors but apparently Disney does not offer favors other than chocolate. Not quite what I wanted. I think I'll ask my entertainment director for some favor ideas that they can do. She mentioned some sort of chocolate frame but... I don't know. I just don't want to worry about it the day of.
kingLouiethe1
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Do not overthink anything I say or anyone else says, its's a great way to drive yourself nuts, especially as the wedding edges nearer!
So glad to have you back Val, well on the board, you were actually closer when you were at Disneyland. I am so glad you had a good time. All your tasting and menu choices sound delicious! I should have come to see you, but you were on a whirlwind trip. Although I should have told you and the offer stands as your wedding draws nearer call me when your down here if you ever need anything, I'll PM with my number.
Can't wait until your engagement pix come back, DCA is a great place to take photos! I'm envisioning sunset shots with the ferris wheel in the background and shots in the San Francisco Palace of the Fine Arts now! I wonder if DF would go for it
Although I would probably have to buy my photographer park admission. . .Today my ticker says 9 months and 4 weeks, so this is definitely creeping up on us.
Mama of Indybride
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Yep, we did have to buy her a 1 day pass. Silly Wabbit! She hadn't been to Disney in EIGHT YEARS!!!
That would have been awesome to meet you!!! Maybe when we are down for the wedding...
I will just include myself in the invite!!
How far away is the courthouse from DLR? That is the one thing we forgot to ask...
That would have been awesome to meet you!!! Maybe when we are down for the wedding...
I will just include myself in the invite!!
How far away is the courthouse from DLR? That is the one thing we forgot to ask...
insoin
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Yes, I went. The food was awesome! Everybody was so nice!
Mamma...
Val is totally cute and she looks JUST LIKE YOU!
I'm wondering if you cried during your planning sessions?...
I'm a big crier and I couldn't keep enough kleenex around when we were there... and we had three 2 hour visits!...
PS... I'm crying NOW just remembering it!
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