Brides on a Mission: Week 3
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agoessli
If you have a costco or a sams club you are a member of or you know someone who is you can buy their flowers in bulk and assemble them yourself......My sister did this and they were gorgeous and a lot cheaper than a florist0 -
agoessli,
I saw that you wanted to work white, black and hunter green into your wedding, but were concerned the zebra print would be tacky. My fiance also felt the same about my brown and purple paisley pattern. We've worked it into the stationary, napkin rings, paper candle rings, and as the center tier of the wedding cake. Just an idea, but you could do the same. I also know some linen rental places offer zebra print. Maybe you could do the napkins with them? You'd get your print, but it wouldn't be overwhelming.
Hope that helps!:-D
Shannon
Hey Shannon,
Thanks for the ideas...we are working the zebra into the favors as well as into one or two tiers of our cake. I hadn't thought about napkin rings! That's a great idea. Our linens are going to be black, with white napkins and white ostrich feather centerpieces so I think if we just do that little bit of zebra...the rest of the black and white will kind of take that effect without it specifically being zebra...at least I hope so. :-) Thanks a BUNCH!0 -
IN LOVE WITH THESE BROWNIES....
They are Glenny's brownies and the are 100 calories, 7 grams of fiber and 5 grams of protein. My favorite flavor is the chocolate peanut butter. I can really control my cravings with these....one a night as a treat and I don't fall of the wagon......
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agoessli
If you have a costco or a sams club you are a member of or you know someone who is you can buy their flowers in bulk and assemble them yourself......My sister did this and they were gorgeous and a lot cheaper than a florist
I had never thought of a Sam's Club...that is an AWESOME idea! Thank you!0 -
Hi Brides,
What a great way to stay motivated!
1. Name: Sarah
2. Age: 31
3. City: Vero Beach
4. Occupation: Marine Biologist; Teacher; Student
5. Wedding date: 5.6.11
6. Fiancés name: Derek
7. How long you and your fiancé have been together: 1.5 yrs
8. Heaviest weight: 154
9. Goal weight and date: 129 ASAP!
10. Favorite type of exercise: running
11. Favorite healthy food: bananas0 -
Hey everybody! I am going to post tomorrow because that is my weigh in day. I have a question for you guys on flowers? Are you going with real flowers or fake flowers? We each have 6 attendants so I was initially thinking that one way to cut costs would be to go with fake flowers, but now I am not sure because I think real flowers are soooo pretty. Is it less expensive to just buy real flowers and arrange them yourself? I LOVE to do that kind of thing....I just feel lost on this! What are you guys doing for flowers?
I am going with real flowers, no question about it! We will be having a professional putting everything together.I think the biggest tips that I have read to keep costs down are: using seasonal flowers, smaller bunches vs huge bunches, using leaves/twigs/berries as fillers, re-use the flowers from the ceromony at the reception. I think we will be using candles and small flower arrangements for the centerpices....that will save too!
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Sorry if I'm posting so much today. We had a snow day, so I'm off of school and trying to catch up on the thread.:-)
Brides on a Mission: week 3 (Please copy and paste this into your profile)
1. Weight loss/inches lost: Next weigh-in isn't until the first week in February.
2. Highlight of the past week: (not weight, just something exciting that happened): A blazer jacket I purchased last summer, that I couldn't button at all, fit me perfectly yesterday. No gapping over the chest, either! Whoo hoo!
3. Lowlight of the past week (not weight, just something that you need support with): My best friend from CO won't be able to be my MOH in the wedding. Her work wouldn't give her the time off. I'm definately sad about this one and I cried a little last night about it. I haven' t seen her in eight years! It means I'll only have one gal on my side, as I only have two really close girlfriends. I can deal with that. It's just a real bummer she can't make it in. I miss her!!!
4. Show me your bling! What type of engagement ring do you have and who picked it out: My fiance talked about getting engaged for a while. I had a pretty design idea in my head, but I knew it was going to be a custom order. Dan, my fiance, was a real sweetheart about it. We went last February and design this together. The proposal didn't come until May... I was wondering if he was getting cold feet!*LOL* Here it is:
5. What has been the hardest part in wedding planning so far: Trying to create a balance between what I want and what the family wants. I want to make people happy, but it's MY wedding too.
6. Any wedding news updates: Booked the makeup artist and the salon that will do our nails and hair.
7. What is your guilty pleasure food: Sugar Free Mouse Pies. I've been experimenting with these. There's a great recipe on here for a Pumpkin Mouse pie that is simply delicious!
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/119593-craving-pumpkin-pie?hl=pumpkin+mousse&page=2#posts-1832604
8. How did you do with the week 2 challenge (adding more fruits and veggies to your diet): No problem. I made that Knorr Spinach Dip off of the back of their Vegetable Soup Packet. I love the stuff, plus it's low calorie. Then I cut up veggies and made a veggie tray. I had a little of it each day, plus a side salad at lunch.
9. Weekly wrap up: I got to the gym five out of the seven days, plus my clothes are fitting nicer. Great week!0 -
Hey everybody! I am going to post tomorrow because that is my weigh in day. I have a question for you guys on flowers? Are you going with real flowers or fake flowers? We each have 6 attendants so I was initially thinking that one way to cut costs would be to go with fake flowers, but now I am not sure because I think real flowers are soooo pretty. Is it less expensive to just buy real flowers and arrange them yourself? I LOVE to do that kind of thing....I just feel lost on this! What are you guys doing for flowers?
I am going with real flowers, no question about it! We will be having a professional putting everything together.I think the biggest tips that I have read to keep costs down are: using seasonal flowers, smaller bunches vs huge bunches, using leaves/twigs/berries as fillers, re-use the flowers from the ceromony at the reception. I think we will be using candles and small flower arrangements for the centerpices....that will save too!
Good luck!
That was our idea too! we are getting married outside during the fall. My bouquet and the girls will have some flowers, but also some non-flower components - ferns, wheat, berries, etc. For our centerpieces, the florist is using some pumpkins from my local farmer, and a lot more earthy tones. Works great for our fall wedding.
I had seen an idea about a summer wedding, and I thought it was natural and cute, but wouldn't work for us due to the time of year. Find a local farmer who has a flower garden, and the day or two before the wedding you and the bridesmaids/moms go out and pick your own bouquet. Would work especially well if you like the natural/wildflower look. May be easiest if your centerpieces are non-floral so you don't have to worry too much about anything else.
Last fall, since I knew I'd be getting married this fall, I kept an eye on the clearance for the fake flowers. I picked up a few bunches (will probably decorate gift table/sign in table/bathrooms with them) for an insanely cheap amount. If you buy something from Michael's, a lot of times there will be a coupon on your receipt for 40% an item the following week. May be tough to use since you'll be picking up a lot of cheaper items, but you may be able to save some money there.
And last but not least.... Martha Stewart Living has some really nice ideas in their wedding section that may help inspire you!
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since my wedding will be in a backyard I don't have to worry about flowers there...my centerpieces are the flowers you buy for bedding plants, we're stuffing a box full of them...so no flowers there...and my BM and I are carrying bouquets of flowers from Cosco, the ones you buy for $20...I'll have two bunches and the girls will have 1...the boys don't want to wear boutineers...flowers aren't my main focus...my centerpieces and party favors are...0
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We are buying our flowers from costco, the centerpieces at least. They are $19.99/piece. Message me if you'd like me to email you a picture.0
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You can get a tattoo whenever you want! You have come so far already! I just got a tattoo in September and I am still on my weight loss journey. I got married a year ago September- my tattoo was my anniversary gift from my Husband! Good luck and I am here if you have any questions about surviving the wedding planning!
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1. Name: WENDY
2. Age: 27
3. City: PHILLY
4. Occupation: NANNY/STUDENT
5. Wedding date: 10-29-11
6. Fiancés name: JAMES
7. How long you and your fiancé have been together: 6 YRS THIS SATURDAY
8. Heaviest weight: 280
9. Goal weight and date: 210
10. Favorite type of exercise: SWIMMING
11. Favorite healthy food RAW VEGGIES0 -
1. Weight loss/inches lost: I lost 0.2 pounds this week
2. Highlight of the past week: (not weight, just something exciting that happened): I had a great chat with my best friend, who moved away for school.
3. Lowlight of the past week (not weight, just something that you need support with): I am having a hard time motivating myself to work out.
4. Show me your bling! What type of engagement ring do you have and who picked it out: No ring, we decided to keep it simple since we already have a child and a house.
5. What has been the hardest part in wedding planning so far: Agreeing on an officiant. I would prefer a secular wedding and he would prefer a church wedding.
6. Any wedding news updates: Nothing to report.
7. What is your guilty pleasure food: Cheese for sure. I allow calories so I can have it.
8. How did you do with the week 2 challenge (adding more fruits and veggies to your diet): Great, I've been working really hard to eat more, and adding them to sandwiches and so on.
9. Weekly wrap up: It was a pretty good week. I really need to get more exercise, but I also need to stop beating myself up so much!0 -
Brides on a Mission: week 3
1. Weight loss/inches lost: last week 146.8...this week up .2 to 147.0 TOM is on her way... ugh...what to do!
2. Highlight of the past week: (not weight, just something exciting that happened):got to 145lbs was an orginal goal a long time ago for me....was so excited...and posted a success thread with pics...
and my best friend is gona take pics of my wedding as a gift ...she wanted to get into photography so i asked if she would do it she said yes....yay!
3. Lowlight of the past week (not weight, just something that you need support with): my son who is 3yrs is drivin me nuts-O! testing my patience....found out that my hubby is losing his job as early as april...his boss is losing his house and moving to florida where he has property and is leaving his 2 man company behind...(just my hubby n his boss work together doing drywall).... =( his boss is also a family friend...i was ballin my eye balls out when i found out! still unsure what were gona do ...hes already started looking for jobs... my hubby is our main source of income i can only work parttime rite now... also motivating my self to work out!
4. Show me your bling! What type of engagement ring do you have and who picked it out: i have one but getting a new one due to a long story involving my parents....so lets just say this engagment ring will be picked out by my finace instead of my parents....ill post pics as soon as i get it!
5. What has been the hardest part in wedding planning so far: findin a justice of the peace but luckily already found one for 150$ and she will customize to how we want the cermoney done! oh and planning with out our families knowing....so i cant ask for help im doing all this on my own with a lil imput form my hubby!
6. Any wedding news updates: wedding is planned hopefully stays that way (dont forget were eloping so there wasnt much to plan to begin with) ...just wanting to put this plan in process.. with money in the next week or so ..with dress n shoe shopping,...excited...now im anxious to just get married so excited....
7. What is your guilty pleasure food: Sweets anything... love chocolate
8. How did you do with the week 2 challenge (adding more fruits and veggies to your diet): SO SO....most of the week i ate veggies id say i did great!
9. Weekly wrap up: happy wedding is done now we just gotta set things in stone with money...n wait for the day to come...also hopefully my finace finds a job before he does have one anymore...stress is killin me and hopeing my son of a 3yr old straightens his additude out cuz im going crazy with him talking back n tellin me no..and not listenin to a word i tell him0 -
1. Weight loss/inches lost: 3 lbs
2. Highlight of the past week: (not weight, just something exciting that happened): We booked our photographer, dj, and picked out the tuxes and we also have our venue, caterer, and cake so...feeling good about the wedding!
3. Lowlight of the past week (not weight, just something that you need support with): Yesterday I ate poorly and too much, I am still really frustrated that I let myself slip, especially right before weigh in today. Boo
4. Show me your bling! What type of engagement ring do you have and who picked it out: I don't know how to add a photo here? I will add it to the pictures on my profile.
5. What has been the hardest part in wedding planning so far: Spending money. :-) I am lucky that my mom and dad really want to be able to take care of a lot of this for us, but I still feel guilty because, as is everyone, they are feeling the economy right now. :-/ I am a teacher and I recently accepted a full time nanny position this summer which will about double my income....hoping I can help out a lot then!
6. Any wedding news updates: Put a check by the venue, catering, cake, tuxes, dj, photographer, save the dates, and favors. :-)
7. What is your guilty pleasure food: Chocolate. I love cheese but it really bothers my stomach
8. How did you do with the week 2 challenge (adding more fruits and veggies to your diet): Good! I did a lot better about fitting in more veggies, although I still think I am below the amount the recommend.
9. Weekly wrap up: Well....2 weeks, 8lbs. I'll be honest and say I am starting to feel a little discouraged...I know I am doing pretty well but it seems like so so so far to go...I'm struggling to see the prize at the end of all this.0 -
1. Weight loss/inches lost: 3 lbs
2. Highlight of the past week: (not weight, just something exciting that happened): We booked our photographer, dj, and picked out the tuxes and we also have our venue, caterer, and cake so...feeling good about the wedding!
3. Lowlight of the past week (not weight, just something that you need support with): Yesterday I ate poorly and too much, I am still really frustrated that I let myself slip, especially right before weigh in today. Boo
4. Show me your bling! What type of engagement ring do you have and who picked it out: I don't know how to add a photo here? I will add it to the pictures on my profile.
5. What has been the hardest part in wedding planning so far: Spending money. :-) I am lucky that my mom and dad really want to be able to take care of a lot of this for us, but I still feel guilty because, as is everyone, they are feeling the economy right now. :-/ I am a teacher and I recently accepted a full time nanny position this summer which will about double my income....hoping I can help out a lot then!
6. Any wedding news updates: Put a check by the venue, catering, cake, tuxes, dj, photographer, save the dates, and favors. :-)
7. What is your guilty pleasure food: Chocolate. I love cheese but it really bothers my stomach
8. How did you do with the week 2 challenge (adding more fruits and veggies to your diet): Good! I did a lot better about fitting in more veggies, although I still think I am below the amount the recommend.
9. Weekly wrap up: Well....2 weeks, 8lbs. I'll be honest and say I am starting to feel a little discouraged...I know I am doing pretty well but it seems like so so so far to go...I'm struggling to see the prize at the end of all this.
AW but you're doing awesome...don't get discouraged...3lbs is fantastic. You're definitely on a mission to get your wedding planned...and everything seems to be going according to plan. Don't worry about yesterday's eating, don't ruin today by worrying about yesterday's problems. keep going, you're motivating us all!0 -
HI BRIDES!!!!!!
Brides on a Mission: week 3 (Please copy and paste this into your profile)
1. Weight loss/inches lost: SO I LOST MY FIRST POUND WOOHOOO~!!! TOOK ABOUT 3 WEEKS BUT THATS OK ILL TAKE IT. ALSO 1 INCH OF MY HIPS AND 1/2 INCH OF MY WAIST
2. Highlight of the past week: (not weight, just something exciting that happened): BOOKED MY REHERSAL DINNER AND PICK UP MY WEDDING DRESS IT FITS PERFECT BUT IM NOT GETTING IT SIZED UNTIL I LOSS 7 MORE POUNDS
3. Lowlight of the past week (not weight, just something that you need support with): PATRIOTS AWFUL LOSS TO THE JETS UGH PUSHED ME TO EAT A CALZONE!~!!
4. Show me your bling! What type of engagement ring do you have and who picked it out: TAKEN DURING MY ENGAGEMENT SHOOT.. CUPCAKE WAS MY PHOTOGRAPHERS IDEA HAHA I WONDER IF SHE KNEW MY WEAKNESS~~!!
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=37279051&id=24200543
5. What has been the hardest part in wedding planning so far: GETTING MY GUESTS CORRECT ADDRESSES WHO WOULD HAVE THOUGHT THAT WOULD BE A CHALLENGE!??!?!!
6. Any wedding news updates: JUST THAT I PICKED UP MY DRESS AND ITS BEAUTIFUL I LOVE IT. REHERSAL DINNER BOOKED, SAVE THE DATES ARE MAILED!!!!
7. What is your guilty pleasure food: ANY CAKE/CUPCAKE/BROWNIE/ICE CREAM COMBO!!!
8. How did you do with the week 2 challenge (adding more fruits and veggies to your diet): YES DOUBLE UP ON THE VEGGIES AT DINNER!!!!
9. Weekly wrap up: HOPING FOR ANOTHER POUND THIS WEEK!! goodluck0 -
HI BRIDES!!!!!!
Brides on a Mission: week 3 (Please copy and paste this into your profile)
1. Weight loss/inches lost: SO I LOST MY FIRST POUND WOOHOOO~!!! TOOK ABOUT 3 WEEKS BUT THATS OK ILL TAKE IT. ALSO 1 INCH OF MY HIPS AND 1/2 INCH OF MY WAIST
2. Highlight of the past week: (not weight, just something exciting that happened): BOOKED MY REHERSAL DINNER AND PICK UP MY WEDDING DRESS IT FITS PERFECT BUT IM NOT GETTING IT SIZED UNTIL I LOSS 7 MORE POUNDS
3. Lowlight of the past week (not weight, just something that you need support with): PATRIOTS AWFUL LOSS TO THE JETS UGH PUSHED ME TO EAT A CALZONE!~!!
4. Show me your bling! What type of engagement ring do you have and who picked it out: TAKEN DURING MY ENGAGEMENT SHOOT.. CUPCAKE WAS MY PHOTOGRAPHERS IDEA HAHA I WONDER IF SHE KNEW MY WEAKNESS~~!!
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=37279051&id=24200543
5. What has been the hardest part in wedding planning so far: GETTING MY GUESTS CORRECT ADDRESSES WHO WOULD HAVE THOUGHT THAT WOULD BE A CHALLENGE!??!?!!
6. Any wedding news updates: JUST THAT I PICKED UP MY DRESS AND ITS BEAUTIFUL I LOVE IT. REHERSAL DINNER BOOKED, SAVE THE DATES ARE MAILED!!!!
7. What is your guilty pleasure food: ANY CAKE/CUPCAKE/BROWNIE/ICE CREAM COMBO!!!
8. How did you do with the week 2 challenge (adding more fruits and veggies to your diet): YES DOUBLE UP ON THE VEGGIES AT DINNER!!!!
9. Weekly wrap up: HOPING FOR ANOTHER POUND THIS WEEK!! goodluck
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=37279014&id=24200543 thats my RING i think i dont know how to post a photo sorry.0 -
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1. Name: Alli
2. Age: 26
3. City: Buffalo
4. Occupation: Graduate Student
5. Wedding date: June 4th 2011
6. Fiancés name: Donnie
7. How long you and your fiancé have been together: 7+ years
8. Heaviest weight: 175
9. Goal weight and date: 140 by March 26th (the date of my wedding shower)
10. Favorite type of exercise: elliptical
11. Favorite healthy food: broccoli!
Brides on a Mission: week 3 (Please copy and paste this into your profile)
1. Weight loss/inches lost: 5lbs since Jan 1st (when I started MFP) and 20 lbs since August (when I was 175)
2. Highlight of the past week: (not weight, just something exciting that happened): we decided on a cake! delicious!
3. Lowlight of the past week (not weight, just something that you need support with): the semester started back up at school-last semester ever though!
4. Show me your bling! What type of engagement ring do you have and who picked it out: I don't have a pick handy but its a round cut 1carat solitaire. he picked it out and did a great job!
5. What has been the hardest part in wedding planning so far: trying to juggle planning with grad school work
6. Any wedding news updates: i set my first wedding dress fitting for March 8th!
7. What is your guilty pleasure food: chicken wings (im from Buffalo, NY!)
8. How did you do with the week 2 challenge (adding more fruits and veggies to your diet):
9. Weekly wrap up: this is a great group, so glad I found it!0 -
1. Name: Katie Warmenhoven
2. Age: 26
3. City: Federal Way, WA
4. Occupation: health care
5. Wedding date: August 27, 2011
6. Fiancés name: Jon
7. How long you and your fiancé have been together: almost 2 years
8. Heaviest weight: 178, CW 169
9. Goal weight and date: 135 by 6/18/11
10. Favorite type of exercise: kickboxing
11. Favorite healthy food: cashews and cranberries
Brides on a Mission: week 3
1. Weight loss/inches lost: 9 lbs since last June when I started Flat Belly Diet
2. Highlight of the past week: narrowed down father/daughter song and processional
3. Lowlight of the past week (not weight, just something that you need support with): found out i can't apply to my 2nd top nursing school because I won't be a licensed CNA in time for the app due date...wish me luck on my other apps
4. Show me your bling! What type of engagement ring do you have and who picked it out: we haven't picked one out yet but I want to get a 3 stone
5. What has been the hardest part in wedding planning so far: nothing yet, everything's been pretty easy
6. Any wedding news updates: I have 3 dress try on appts in the next month
7. What is your guilty pleasure food: dark chocolate
8. How did you do with the week 2 challenge (adding more fruits and veggies to your diet):
9. Weekly wrap up: this is a great group, so glad I found it!0 -
HI BRIDES!!!!!!
Brides on a Mission: week 3 (Please copy and paste this into your profile)
1. Weight loss/inches lost: SO I LOST MY FIRST POUND WOOHOOO~!!! TOOK ABOUT 3 WEEKS BUT THATS OK ILL TAKE IT. ALSO 1 INCH OF MY HIPS AND 1/2 INCH OF MY WAIST
2. Highlight of the past week: (not weight, just something exciting that happened): BOOKED MY REHERSAL DINNER AND PICK UP MY WEDDING DRESS IT FITS PERFECT BUT IM NOT GETTING IT SIZED UNTIL I LOSS 7 MORE POUNDS
3. Lowlight of the past week (not weight, just something that you need support with): PATRIOTS AWFUL LOSS TO THE JETS UGH PUSHED ME TO EAT A CALZONE!~!!
4. Show me your bling! What type of engagement ring do you have and who picked it out: TAKEN DURING MY ENGAGEMENT SHOOT.. CUPCAKE WAS MY PHOTOGRAPHERS IDEA HAHA I WONDER IF SHE KNEW MY WEAKNESS~~!!
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=37279051&id=24200543
5. What has been the hardest part in wedding planning so far: GETTING MY GUESTS CORRECT ADDRESSES WHO WOULD HAVE THOUGHT THAT WOULD BE A CHALLENGE!??!?!!
6. Any wedding news updates: JUST THAT I PICKED UP MY DRESS AND ITS BEAUTIFUL I LOVE IT. REHERSAL DINNER BOOKED, SAVE THE DATES ARE MAILED!!!!
7. What is your guilty pleasure food: ANY CAKE/CUPCAKE/BROWNIE/ICE CREAM COMBO!!!
8. How did you do with the week 2 challenge (adding more fruits and veggies to your diet): YES DOUBLE UP ON THE VEGGIES AT DINNER!!!!
9. Weekly wrap up: HOPING FOR ANOTHER POUND THIS WEEK!! goodluck
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I'm a little late this week with my update But here we go....
1. Weight loss/inches lost: -.6 lbs and I'll take it!! I would love to lose more but I'm aiming for between 1-2 lbs a week to be realistic and do something i can stick with!!
2. Highlight of the past week: (not weight, just something exciting that happened): Hmmm nothing too exciting happened that I can remember.
3. Lowlight of the past week (not weight, just something that you need support with): was feeling a little down on myself for not working out more but decided to focus on this week!! I have 1 workout in and plan to get another in today.
4. Show me your bling! What type of engagement ring do you have and who picked it out: Ah but I don't have one yet lol. We have looked but haven't settled on anything.
5. What has been the hardest part in wedding planning so far: N/A
6. Any wedding news updates: N/A
7. What is your guilty pleasure food: Chocolate or Pizza yummmm made some brownies and snuck a couple small ones!!
8. How did you do with the week 2 challenge (adding more fruits and veggies to your diet): I did pretty good! Haven't checked the site (crazy i know!) but I have been making a habit of brining them to work with me And incorporating into meals so I am having much more than before.
9. Weekly wrap up: All in All it was not a "Bad" week, but wasn't "Great". I feel like I am sticking with it but could always do better. I need to make workouts a consistent part of my healthy change!! And I would like to get my elliptical out of the cold garage and inside so I can use it without freezing my butt off (its MIchigan!!! so collllddd)
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aww man yah i dont know how to post photos on the topic posts... do you?0
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aww man yah i dont know how to post photos on the topic posts... do you?
go to photobucket, upload your picture there, then copy the IMG code (easy to find, it's like the url, there's a list) onto here, and then change the IMG part to img (lower case)0 -
5. What has been the hardest part in wedding planning so far: when we got engaged in 2009, so few children were in our lives we said 'no kids' for the wedding (this also ensured that his coworker's obnoxious kids weren't there). Since then, 7 babies have been born...all to close friends. Since the oldest will be 18 months, we're having trouble figuring out how to accommodate all the babies. Anyone been in this situation???
My fiance and I have decided to have an adult only reception. We're writing this on the response cards for the RSVPs. Basically, it will be ages 12 and up, which will save us from having to feed the little ones and/or provide a babysitter and games for them. I know it might effect how many attend, but we've taken the stance that the people that really want to be there to support us will find a babysitter on their own. We've already told immediate family members about this, reiterating the fact that our budget is limited as well as the venue seating space. We simply can't hold everyone if children come!
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6. Any wedding news updates: Everything is ready to go I think, got the order of service and hymns sorted
One thing that I'm finding to be the biggest challenge is picking out songs for the service and reception, as well as readings for the service. Any suggestions?
So far we have:
Ceremony
Debbie Gibson - For Better or For Worse (Processional), Sixpense None the Richer - Kiss Me (Recessional)
Reception
Pink - Let's Get the Party Started (Wedding Party Entrance)
Joe Scarbury - Believe it Or Not (Bride/Groom Entrance)
Stevie Wonder - Ribbon in the Sky (First Dance)
Moody Blues - The Voice (Father/Daughter Dance)
Pink Floyd - Money (Dollar Dance)
Barbara Streisand - If I Could (Mother/Son Dance)
We have NO readings whatsoever and I have no clue about those!:-P
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aww man yah i dont know how to post photos on the topic posts... do you?
go to photobucket, upload your picture there, then copy the IMG code (easy to find, it's like the url, there's a list) onto here, and then change the IMG part to img (lower case)
Thanks! I will post this from now on in the main post each week. :happy:0 -
Hey ladies!
So I have been really working on this weeks challange.
-Monday I did an extra 10 min on the eliptical after my C25K treadmill workout.
-Tuesday I went to my hot yoga class...it's somewhat hard to workout extra since it is such an intense 90min class and the end of class the room is dedicated to 'peace and stillness" aka no talking or moving; so I just sat there in peace and stillness taking 10 minutes to myself resting and relaxing. I know it wasn't burning calories but it was great!
-Today I did an extra 10 min on the bike (had some technical issues with one bike and had to swich to another! grr I hate when that happends!)
Hope everyone else is challenging them selfs! I am off to finish making a fab dinner of crock pot post roast with tons of veggies, garlic mashed taters, and asparagus with lemon and pepper...YUM!
Natalie
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Hi I'm new too! Hope it's not too late to join this group!
1. Name: Muna
2. Age: 25
3. City: Evanston, IL
4. Occupation: Grad student
5. Wedding date: August 27, 2011
6. Fiancés name: Irving
7. How long you and your fiancé have been together: 2 years 1 month
8. Heaviest weight: 145
9. Goal weight and date: 123 by June 2011
10. Favorite type of exercise: Running (more like jogging right now, trying to run faster)
11. Favorite healthy food: Any kind of fruit!
Brides on a Mission: week 3
1. Weight loss/inches lost: 3.2lbs since Jan 1, moving very slowly
2. Highlight of the past week: (not weight, just something exciting that happened): spent long weekend in NY and had so much fun
3. Lowlight of the past week (not weight, just something that you need support with): never ending pile of school work
4. Show me your bling! What type of engagement ring do you have and who picked it out:
I have 2 rings! 1 was a filler ring (the mickey mouse one) that he picked out for me (I helped too by hinting it thousand times that I like that ring
) and the 'real' ring we picked it out together
5. What has been the hardest part in wedding planning so far: juggling between school and wedding planning is definitely not easy. And also long distance planning doesn't work that well either.
6. Any wedding news updates: The fiancé is making our website now and hopefully it'll be done by the end of this month!
7. What is your guilty pleasure food: ice cream
8. How did you do with the week 2 challenge (adding more fruits and veggies to your diet):
9. Weekly wrap up: this group is fun! 0
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