This is from an Eli-Winston play session. Winston was stealing a ton of kisses from Eli, who decided to
Saturday, June 26, 2010
Just Gotta
This is from an Eli-Winston play session. Winston was stealing a ton of kisses from Eli, who decided to
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Expensive Wedding Cakes!
Go to www.bitchinbrides.com and click on 'video'. Come check out this hilarious video that addresses just how much more we will pay for a wedding cake.
Friday, September 5, 2008
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
MSN Article
Here is a story that was posted today on MSN, from The Knot. It would appear that there are a lot of post wedding woes about some of the decisions that brides make on their big day.
Enjoy!
http://http//lifestyle.msn.com/relationships/articletkt.aspx?cp-documentid=9707767>1=32023
Biggest Wedding Regrets
Brides reveal their 'shoulda, coulda, woulda' moments.
By Charli Penn
What bride doesn't want her wedding day to go exactly as she planned with a minimal amount of drama? The truth is you can plan your heart out, but things may not always work the way you hoped they would. We asked newly married brides to be up-front and honest about their biggest preparation regrets so others could learn from their mistakes. Here's what they had to say.
About Receptions
"I would not have combined a chocolate fountain at our wedding reception with six flower girls. Thank goodness for Shout Wipes -- they were the only thing that managed to save my dress."Tip: Even if you aren't having small children or messy foods at your reception, pack a bridal emergency kit. Items like aspirin, clear nail polish (for stocking runs), and a miniature sewing kit are musts. If you're worried you'll forget it, ask your maid of honor to be in charge of gathering the little things you might need.
"I would have ordered three times more shrimp. My brothers-in-law and a few of the other guests thought we were offering an all-you-can-eat shrimp buffet."Tip: After sitting through the ceremony and waiting for the wedding party to arrive, many guests will work up an appetite. Beautifully prepared appetizers may not always be the most filling. If you have big eaters on the guest list, you may want to add to your food budget or plan a meal with lots of options, especially if you're having an evening reception. At dinnertime, guests expect dinner-sized portions.
"I would have driven the route to the reception myself instead of just going by an online map. A lot of people got really lost on the way, and I'm still hearing about it to this day."Tip: If your ceremony and reception sites are not the same, include directions in the invitations. Don't rely on online resources because there can be glitches. If guests get lost and frustrated, it's likely to show in your photos. Map the route yourself and then have a family member on hand with a cell phone for anyone who's lost and may need clarification.
About Being the Bride
"I would have lost weight. After all, I had the time and the equipment."Tip: If you're gown shopping and you're not thrilled with the figure you see in the mirror, it's the perfect indication that you might want to begin a pre-wedding workout routine. While you don't have to lose weight to be a beautiful bride, it's important you feel comfortable and at your best that day. You'll love your pictures so much more if you're not obsessed with the little flaws. Most weddings are at least a year away, which gives you plenty of time to improve on body issues.
"I would have searched the dress shop on the Internet before putting down a deposit. When I went to the designer's website and found two stores in my area, I should have checked on them both. The Better Business Bureau would have shown me the complaints made against the one I chose."Tip: When you're spending major cash at a bridal salon, check references. Impulsive purchases very often don't work out well when it comes to wedding planning.
"I would have taken pictures of my bustle at my final dress fitting. When I was 'bustling up' before the reception, we couldn't quite figure out how to get it right."Tip: Arranging the bustle is indeed a not-so-easy task. Bring a member of your bridal party with you to the bridal salon when you go for your last fitting. She can learn precisely what needs to be done for the wedding.
"I would not have worn those ghastly fake eyelashes. They work on some people, but I'm not one of them."Tip: Try out new beauty products a few times before the wedding day. It's better to know how they work and what you can expect.
About the Wedding Party
"I wouldn't have worried about what everyone was wearing. Instead, I would have given the maids and moms a swatch of fabric and said, 'Don't clash with this.' I'm glad they chose their own dresses, but having to coordinate colors between three different designers was more stress than I needed."Tip: Always remember that when dealing with bridesmaid attire, being flexible comes with a price. Allowing the ladies to pick something that works for them won't always work for you. If you insist they have options, find a designer that offers multiple dress styles in the same color: You won't have nightmares about clashing colors, and they'll get a style in which they feel comfortable.
"I wouldn't have jumped so quickly to choose my bridal party. I would have taken more time and given it more thought since I hurt quite a few people in the process. I realize now that out of sheer excitement, I hastily selected the people who were closest to me at that time, neglecting the people that were with me for many years before."Tip: When it comes to picking your bridal party members, give it some time before you contact anyone. There may be conflicts between who you'd like to ask and who expects you to ask them. You'll want to identify those problems before you make any announcements. In most cases, it's inevitable that you'll have to do some damage control, but you'll most likely feel better if you ask after having thought long and hard about your choices.
About the Planning
"We wouldn't have done DIY invitations. The amount of money we saved just wasn't worth the time it took us to make them."Tip: It's important to understand the nature of the projects that you're taking on before you or your loved ones commit to something you ultimately just won't want to finish.
"I would have hired a day-of coordinator. It got irritating when people would ask questions like, 'Where should I put the extra programs?' after the ceremony."Tip: The one thing most brides don't get on their wedding day is a break. If you want to enjoy individual moments more and deal with questions and disasters less, hiring day-of help should be a high priority on your to-do list. The quality time you'll gain is well worth the fee.
© 2008 The Knot Inc. All rights reserved.
Enjoy!
http://http//lifestyle.msn.com/relationships/articletkt.aspx?cp-documentid=9707767>1=32023
Biggest Wedding Regrets
Brides reveal their 'shoulda, coulda, woulda' moments.
By Charli Penn
What bride doesn't want her wedding day to go exactly as she planned with a minimal amount of drama? The truth is you can plan your heart out, but things may not always work the way you hoped they would. We asked newly married brides to be up-front and honest about their biggest preparation regrets so others could learn from their mistakes. Here's what they had to say.
About Receptions
"I would not have combined a chocolate fountain at our wedding reception with six flower girls. Thank goodness for Shout Wipes -- they were the only thing that managed to save my dress."Tip: Even if you aren't having small children or messy foods at your reception, pack a bridal emergency kit. Items like aspirin, clear nail polish (for stocking runs), and a miniature sewing kit are musts. If you're worried you'll forget it, ask your maid of honor to be in charge of gathering the little things you might need.
"I would have ordered three times more shrimp. My brothers-in-law and a few of the other guests thought we were offering an all-you-can-eat shrimp buffet."Tip: After sitting through the ceremony and waiting for the wedding party to arrive, many guests will work up an appetite. Beautifully prepared appetizers may not always be the most filling. If you have big eaters on the guest list, you may want to add to your food budget or plan a meal with lots of options, especially if you're having an evening reception. At dinnertime, guests expect dinner-sized portions.
"I would have driven the route to the reception myself instead of just going by an online map. A lot of people got really lost on the way, and I'm still hearing about it to this day."Tip: If your ceremony and reception sites are not the same, include directions in the invitations. Don't rely on online resources because there can be glitches. If guests get lost and frustrated, it's likely to show in your photos. Map the route yourself and then have a family member on hand with a cell phone for anyone who's lost and may need clarification.
About Being the Bride
"I would have lost weight. After all, I had the time and the equipment."Tip: If you're gown shopping and you're not thrilled with the figure you see in the mirror, it's the perfect indication that you might want to begin a pre-wedding workout routine. While you don't have to lose weight to be a beautiful bride, it's important you feel comfortable and at your best that day. You'll love your pictures so much more if you're not obsessed with the little flaws. Most weddings are at least a year away, which gives you plenty of time to improve on body issues.
"I would have searched the dress shop on the Internet before putting down a deposit. When I went to the designer's website and found two stores in my area, I should have checked on them both. The Better Business Bureau would have shown me the complaints made against the one I chose."Tip: When you're spending major cash at a bridal salon, check references. Impulsive purchases very often don't work out well when it comes to wedding planning.
"I would have taken pictures of my bustle at my final dress fitting. When I was 'bustling up' before the reception, we couldn't quite figure out how to get it right."Tip: Arranging the bustle is indeed a not-so-easy task. Bring a member of your bridal party with you to the bridal salon when you go for your last fitting. She can learn precisely what needs to be done for the wedding.
"I would not have worn those ghastly fake eyelashes. They work on some people, but I'm not one of them."Tip: Try out new beauty products a few times before the wedding day. It's better to know how they work and what you can expect.
About the Wedding Party
"I wouldn't have worried about what everyone was wearing. Instead, I would have given the maids and moms a swatch of fabric and said, 'Don't clash with this.' I'm glad they chose their own dresses, but having to coordinate colors between three different designers was more stress than I needed."Tip: Always remember that when dealing with bridesmaid attire, being flexible comes with a price. Allowing the ladies to pick something that works for them won't always work for you. If you insist they have options, find a designer that offers multiple dress styles in the same color: You won't have nightmares about clashing colors, and they'll get a style in which they feel comfortable.
"I wouldn't have jumped so quickly to choose my bridal party. I would have taken more time and given it more thought since I hurt quite a few people in the process. I realize now that out of sheer excitement, I hastily selected the people who were closest to me at that time, neglecting the people that were with me for many years before."Tip: When it comes to picking your bridal party members, give it some time before you contact anyone. There may be conflicts between who you'd like to ask and who expects you to ask them. You'll want to identify those problems before you make any announcements. In most cases, it's inevitable that you'll have to do some damage control, but you'll most likely feel better if you ask after having thought long and hard about your choices.
About the Planning
"We wouldn't have done DIY invitations. The amount of money we saved just wasn't worth the time it took us to make them."Tip: It's important to understand the nature of the projects that you're taking on before you or your loved ones commit to something you ultimately just won't want to finish.
"I would have hired a day-of coordinator. It got irritating when people would ask questions like, 'Where should I put the extra programs?' after the ceremony."Tip: The one thing most brides don't get on their wedding day is a break. If you want to enjoy individual moments more and deal with questions and disasters less, hiring day-of help should be a high priority on your to-do list. The quality time you'll gain is well worth the fee.
© 2008 The Knot Inc. All rights reserved.
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
My New Car...
I was in Denver for work this week and since I arrived on a plane I obviously needed a car to get me around when I was in town for three days. Rent a a car, right? Of course not, I just bought one while I was out there and drove it around for a couple days. I had to take a flight home though, so, the car had to stay in Denver. I guess I'll just never be able to use it again. Well, maybe I will use it if I ever go back to Denver, but chances are that it will stay in the exact same spot where I left it when I was done using it. Sure, it was a really nice car and I did need it when I was there, but it did cost a lot of money. Now that I think about it, I probably could have rented a car out there and saved a lot of money. Not just a lot of money, but a LARGE amount of money. In fact, I bet that I could have rented a car for less than 1% of what it cost me to buy that car. However, if I rented a car then I would never have 'my new car' just sitting there taking up space waiting for me just in the event that I decide to go back to Denver.
That story sounds pretty dumb..............but I'm sure it would sound smart if I changed "car" to "wedding dress" and changed "trip to Denver" to "wedding".............or would it?
Evites should be the answer...
Can you please send me the number of the person who sets the standards for wedding invitations? Wedding invitations are ridiculous these days. The amount of paper that is used just to pass along the simplest information is unbelievable. You send a "save the date" card. Then you send a small package that has the actual invitation. Oh, and inside that small package is another envelope that the person has to send back to you letting you know if they will be coming. There also has to be separate cards inside the small package that invites guests to the ceremony and to the reception. Not to mention the separate invitations that need to be sent to people who need to attend the rehearsal dinner. Hmmmmm, there must be a better way. Thank goodness for the smart folks that created Evite. Why not just send all of your guests an Evite. Evites are free. Not only do you not have to pay for mountains of paper, you don't even have to buy stamps. I hate the post office. The best part about an Evite is that you (and your guests) can monitor the RSVP list. Wouldn't it help to know if that girl you want to hook up with is bringing a date. How about being able to tell how many single ladies will be in attendance. These are crucial facts that can determine your entire strategy for the evening. Should I pregame really hard and risk passing out early, or should i keep it under control so i can mingle with the young single lady guests? Will there be enough people there for it to go unnoticed if i sneak away with a bridesmaid? Is there going to be so many single guys there that I might as well not go because it will be a sword fight? Life is all about preparation and "knowing is half the battle."
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Stories to add?
If you or someone you know has a great story to add, I would love to hear it! Just send me an email recalling the event, and I will be sure to post it for everyone to enjoy. The stories can be aggravating, funny, ironic, or anything else that you want to share. Additionally, the stories can involve you or just someone you know. Lastly, if you prefer, I can keep all identities anonymous.
I look forward to reading all your great stories!
Email me at: KLeeGee@Gmail.com
I look forward to reading all your great stories!
Email me at: KLeeGee@Gmail.com
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