What a great movie. Not Matthew McConaughey's best look, but let's face it- he's always dreamy. And no one ever looked at M&M's the same way again. Or teal bridal gowns either, for that matter. But this post is clearly not about that movie. It's about helping you make the right choice of a wedding planner. And even if you choose not to hire one, you'll undoubtedly still have one. Wedding's don't happen without them. Even small, simple, courthouse weddings. The way I see it, there are three different kinds of wedding planners: professionals, trusted friends and family, and brides. And really, the choice that's right for you depends on your particular situation.
Frankly, I would never recommend that the bride do all the planning, tasting, booking, visiting, ordering, visioning, and worrying all by herself. I mean, think about it. Would you really want to handle all of that on your own? The only case I would consider this even feasible is in a small (under 30 person attendance) backyard/home setting. And if that's your goal, then I won't try to stop you. But I will tell you that when you're three weeks away from your big day and it suddenly dawns on your caterer that he did, in fact, have a prior booking for the night of your nuptials, you will most definitely need some help with last-minute stress-management.
If your wedding is particularly large, extravagant, or expensive, you may choose to hire a professional wedding planner. True wedding planners cost a hefty amount, but are often worth the expense, as they usually do all of the planning, ordering, and yelling for you. You tell them your personal style and sign-off on all the big decisions, and the pains of long hours of research and price-haggling are spared. This is always an excellent choice for those brides out there who tend to be easily stressed-out. (Trust me- the weeks leading up to your wedding are not the days that you want to be wound so tight that you're pulling your hair out. Frankly, no one likes a bald bride. Unless she's making a statement for her best friend who's struggling with cancer-that is a very beautiful thing.)
My personal choice for a wedding planner lied largely in my mother. I can not tell you how many countless hours she spent on helping me with every last detail (and every big or minute decision) that was involved in my planning process. As my wedding was mostly a DIY affair, she also functioned as my own personal Martha-Stewart-meets-Vera-Wang project consultant. She was absolutely wonderful. And I tend to think that this works across the board- people who love you and know everything about you (from your food preferences to your emotional breaking-point) work best. They're honest about what those designer dresses look like on you, they'd do anything short of committing murder to help you, they love to be your shoulder to cry on, and they know without a doubt that you absolutely hate those 'phoofy' flowers. You just can't get any better than that.
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
The Never-Ending List...
Unless you're one of those rare brides whose parents happen to be made of money, you've got another stresser coming... the guest list. Three little words (two really, if you leave out the 'the') that seem extremely innocent at first glance: just a simple list of people whom you love, care for, and hope can participate in your special day. Not so hard, right? Just write down the names of the people that you want with you on the most special day of your life. Easy... and yet anyone who's ever been in this position knows that the compilation of names on that piece of paper can multiply even faster than 'study group' snacks can disappear. (And that's fast. Super fast.)
The problem is simple: you are way more popular than you thought. No, really- I would never lie to you like that. Your thought progression will go something like this... At first, it's a simple list of close mutual friends and immediate family. Totally doable. And then it's your best friends from high school. Great. Those girls from your college suite. Sure. That group of people that he worked with. Maybe. The great-aunts and fourth cousins that have always been included in family events like this. Intimidating. Current coworkers, rec leagues, neighbors, and all of their dates. Completely ridiculous. This is never going to work.
And the simple truth of the matter is this: you simply can't invite everyone that you know. Yes, your great aunt Martha is probably going to be offended that she wasn't necessary to your ceremony. And yes, your husband may be a little upset at the fact that his junior-high tennis partner was dropped. But that's okay; he'll get over it. In today's world, brides typically have to choose between a 500 person attendance or the steak and champagne dinner. And sometimes it's a hard choice, but you want your wedding to be memorable and enjoyable for everyone involved. (For my husband and I, the sacrifice of our family and friends just wasn't worth a stunning reception hall or a Hummer limo getaway.)
Don't let this stress you out too much. Rule people out by categories: all coworkers (even bosses), all family that you haven't seen in the past five years, all Packers fans, etc. Make a decision together and stick with it. People will understand. (Except for perhaps that football prejudice... better hold off on that one.) Your guest list and your budget go hand-in-hand; everything from the cake cost to the party favor bill to the equipment rental fee is directly correlated to your number of guests. The only thing that those dreaded numbers won't effect is the fact that you'll be somebody's wife at the end of the day. But when it comes down to it, I guess that's all that really matters.
The problem is simple: you are way more popular than you thought. No, really- I would never lie to you like that. Your thought progression will go something like this... At first, it's a simple list of close mutual friends and immediate family. Totally doable. And then it's your best friends from high school. Great. Those girls from your college suite. Sure. That group of people that he worked with. Maybe. The great-aunts and fourth cousins that have always been included in family events like this. Intimidating. Current coworkers, rec leagues, neighbors, and all of their dates. Completely ridiculous. This is never going to work.
And the simple truth of the matter is this: you simply can't invite everyone that you know. Yes, your great aunt Martha is probably going to be offended that she wasn't necessary to your ceremony. And yes, your husband may be a little upset at the fact that his junior-high tennis partner was dropped. But that's okay; he'll get over it. In today's world, brides typically have to choose between a 500 person attendance or the steak and champagne dinner. And sometimes it's a hard choice, but you want your wedding to be memorable and enjoyable for everyone involved. (For my husband and I, the sacrifice of our family and friends just wasn't worth a stunning reception hall or a Hummer limo getaway.)
Don't let this stress you out too much. Rule people out by categories: all coworkers (even bosses), all family that you haven't seen in the past five years, all Packers fans, etc. Make a decision together and stick with it. People will understand. (Except for perhaps that football prejudice... better hold off on that one.) Your guest list and your budget go hand-in-hand; everything from the cake cost to the party favor bill to the equipment rental fee is directly correlated to your number of guests. The only thing that those dreaded numbers won't effect is the fact that you'll be somebody's wife at the end of the day. But when it comes down to it, I guess that's all that really matters.
Monday, August 10, 2009
And the bride wore...
White? Ivory? Champagne? Emerald green? Your call, really. I know that last option sounds strange, but a girl I know is determined to get married in a dress that looks just like Kiera's dress from Atonement. (And I think that's rockin' awesome.) After a brief two-week hiatus from this blog, I'm back in action. (Did you miss me?!?) I've been up to my ears in work and cleaning, and haven't had much spare time whatsoever. But never fear...
If you're so lucky as to have a rather short engagement, you'd better get crackin' on finding your dress; here's why: any bigger chain store (such as David's Bridal, Impression Bridal, Group USA, Alfred Angelo, etc.) will more than likely have to order your dream dress. (This is, of course, after you've tried it on in a four-sizes-too-big version to see what you'd look like. Never order a wedding dress that you haven't been able to visualize ON you. Bad idea.) At best, it will take 16-18 weeks to get your dress in. Yes... that's right. At least four months. After that four months, you'll then have to sit for primary and secondary alterations (and possibly even tertiary) in addition to bustle consultations. In short, the alteration process alone can take another three or four months in the 'busy season', so it's best to get your dress as soon as you possibly can. (Within reason, of course... if you haven't found the groom yet, don't buy the dress!)
Of course, if you're lucky enough to find your perfect dress off-the-rack, you're in good shape! This can be somewhat difficult if you're picky, but is definitely an option. There a few things to keep in mind when you're dress shopping; I'll go over a few of my most enlightening tips: 1) First and foremost, don't take twelve of your closest friends shopping with you. Take your mother and your maid of honor, or the friend you must trust to give you her honest opinion. Every woman you know will have a different opinion or a different favorite, and too many on-lookers will only confuse you. That's the last thing you need. 2) Remember that ultimately, the only opinion that really matters is yours. If you love a dress that no one else does, perhaps it's just because you have better style than they do. If you feel great about a certain dress, you won't be happy without it, and it's your day, so do it your way! 3) I think that ivory looks best on people with fair-toned skin. White tends to wash people out, and no one wants to look sick or ghostly on their wedding day. (Yes, brides have traditionally worn pure white to symbolize their chastity and purity, but let's be honest- most of us, in that respect, are really closer to a taupe color. Haha.) Chances are, no one will notice the color difference anyway! 4) Even if you're sure a certain dress is the one, try on a few more that interest you just to make sure. If you keep comparing them to the one you love and they pale in comparison, great! You've just found the best dress of your life.
No matter what, dress shopping is never easy. It's a bit stressful to have to choose an outfit several months in advance, and it can be tricky to find one that fits your personality and unique style. But don't settle for anything less than something that you feel like a princess in! When you're trying on dresses, picture yourself on your wedding day. (Envision the bouquet, put yourself in your venue, and smile at your groom.) It'll help you decide the dress you'll feel most gorgeous in on that day. You should, of course, try to stick within your budget, but don't sell yourself short on something that you 'simply can't get married without'!
Once you finally decide on the dress that sets the mood for your wedding-day look, consider your other 'bridal attire'. Do you want a tiara, a classicly-elegant blusher veil, or a longer veil that's more traditional? Will you be wearing heels or flats? (How tall is your groom? Haha!) Do you want petticoats under your dress, or do you like it better without? Are you one of those people who love the look of elbow-length gloves? The little details about your bridal 'look' are the ones that set you apart from other brides, so keep your personal style in mind with every detail of your planning for this particular aspect of your day. Keep it... well, keep it you.
If you're so lucky as to have a rather short engagement, you'd better get crackin' on finding your dress; here's why: any bigger chain store (such as David's Bridal, Impression Bridal, Group USA, Alfred Angelo, etc.) will more than likely have to order your dream dress. (This is, of course, after you've tried it on in a four-sizes-too-big version to see what you'd look like. Never order a wedding dress that you haven't been able to visualize ON you. Bad idea.) At best, it will take 16-18 weeks to get your dress in. Yes... that's right. At least four months. After that four months, you'll then have to sit for primary and secondary alterations (and possibly even tertiary) in addition to bustle consultations. In short, the alteration process alone can take another three or four months in the 'busy season', so it's best to get your dress as soon as you possibly can. (Within reason, of course... if you haven't found the groom yet, don't buy the dress!)
Of course, if you're lucky enough to find your perfect dress off-the-rack, you're in good shape! This can be somewhat difficult if you're picky, but is definitely an option. There a few things to keep in mind when you're dress shopping; I'll go over a few of my most enlightening tips: 1) First and foremost, don't take twelve of your closest friends shopping with you. Take your mother and your maid of honor, or the friend you must trust to give you her honest opinion. Every woman you know will have a different opinion or a different favorite, and too many on-lookers will only confuse you. That's the last thing you need. 2) Remember that ultimately, the only opinion that really matters is yours. If you love a dress that no one else does, perhaps it's just because you have better style than they do. If you feel great about a certain dress, you won't be happy without it, and it's your day, so do it your way! 3) I think that ivory looks best on people with fair-toned skin. White tends to wash people out, and no one wants to look sick or ghostly on their wedding day. (Yes, brides have traditionally worn pure white to symbolize their chastity and purity, but let's be honest- most of us, in that respect, are really closer to a taupe color. Haha.) Chances are, no one will notice the color difference anyway! 4) Even if you're sure a certain dress is the one, try on a few more that interest you just to make sure. If you keep comparing them to the one you love and they pale in comparison, great! You've just found the best dress of your life.
No matter what, dress shopping is never easy. It's a bit stressful to have to choose an outfit several months in advance, and it can be tricky to find one that fits your personality and unique style. But don't settle for anything less than something that you feel like a princess in! When you're trying on dresses, picture yourself on your wedding day. (Envision the bouquet, put yourself in your venue, and smile at your groom.) It'll help you decide the dress you'll feel most gorgeous in on that day. You should, of course, try to stick within your budget, but don't sell yourself short on something that you 'simply can't get married without'!
Once you finally decide on the dress that sets the mood for your wedding-day look, consider your other 'bridal attire'. Do you want a tiara, a classicly-elegant blusher veil, or a longer veil that's more traditional? Will you be wearing heels or flats? (How tall is your groom? Haha!) Do you want petticoats under your dress, or do you like it better without? Are you one of those people who love the look of elbow-length gloves? The little details about your bridal 'look' are the ones that set you apart from other brides, so keep your personal style in mind with every detail of your planning for this particular aspect of your day. Keep it... well, keep it you.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
The Most Helpful Tool Ever...
Okay... now that you have those intimidating first things done, the big fun starts! Yay! From here on out, you're either going to be up to your ears in wedding details, or purposefully stretching the planning out so that you can have some later. (Either way, it's exciting!) Your next big task: make a plan about planning. I know that sounds ridiculous (and I know that's what gets Joy in trouble in What Happens In Vegas), but things will go much more smoothly for you later if you map the process out now! (Sometimes, it's okay to 'plan to make plans'.) Sit down tonight or sometime this week and figure out your planning priorities: Do you absolutely have to have a designer dress? Can't live without a certain caterer? Have a friend in a band that books up really fast? Set the most important things first- what things are you going to plan your wedding around? The details and big items about your day that are most important to you are the ones that you should guarantee to be there- you have a picture in your head, and we (I mean... you) need to make it work!
If you've chosen a long engagement (more than 9-10 months), pace yourself. Don't plan everything now- your mid-section will be boring. (And no... I don't mean your personal midsection. I mean the middle portion of your engagement.) I have a friend who's getting married this fall that was engaged for about two-and-a-half years. (Personally, I admire her patience... I never could have done that! We'd have been too stressed, both physically and emotionally, to go through with it.) Anyways, we discussed planning and found that it was much better to have something to plan every month... otherwise you get all your planning done in the first few months, and then sit around waiting for a long time until your wedding. My advice- get your dress one month, pick your napkins and favors the next, look at wedding rings after that, follow up a few weeks after with the cake... have something to look foward to every month that you can do. (If you have a short engagement... way to go! Let's get moving!)
The greatest help you can possibly give yourself: get a membership (most are free) on a wedding website that has an interactive to-do list. (I chose theknot.com, simply because I found it so easy to navigate and super-helpful with every topic. Check it out!) This planning website is also where you'll set up your personal 'wedding website', keep track of your budget and guest list, and spend almost all of your work lunch-breaks (and likely a few hours during the day... don't tell your boss) from here on out! With a guided timeline, you're bound not to miss anything big. (And that kind of insurance is a huge relief.) In fact, I'm kinda shocked that you're still here reading this- leave. Go find a website. Sign-up. Tell them I sent you. :)
If you've chosen a long engagement (more than 9-10 months), pace yourself. Don't plan everything now- your mid-section will be boring. (And no... I don't mean your personal midsection. I mean the middle portion of your engagement.) I have a friend who's getting married this fall that was engaged for about two-and-a-half years. (Personally, I admire her patience... I never could have done that! We'd have been too stressed, both physically and emotionally, to go through with it.) Anyways, we discussed planning and found that it was much better to have something to plan every month... otherwise you get all your planning done in the first few months, and then sit around waiting for a long time until your wedding. My advice- get your dress one month, pick your napkins and favors the next, look at wedding rings after that, follow up a few weeks after with the cake... have something to look foward to every month that you can do. (If you have a short engagement... way to go! Let's get moving!)
The greatest help you can possibly give yourself: get a membership (most are free) on a wedding website that has an interactive to-do list. (I chose theknot.com, simply because I found it so easy to navigate and super-helpful with every topic. Check it out!) This planning website is also where you'll set up your personal 'wedding website', keep track of your budget and guest list, and spend almost all of your work lunch-breaks (and likely a few hours during the day... don't tell your boss) from here on out! With a guided timeline, you're bound not to miss anything big. (And that kind of insurance is a huge relief.) In fact, I'm kinda shocked that you're still here reading this- leave. Go find a website. Sign-up. Tell them I sent you. :)
Monday, July 27, 2009
First Things First...
When you think 'the big things' in wedding planning, what do you think of? The dress? The colors? The wedding party people? The cake? The hours that you're going to spend mulling over invitation wording and format? :) If you're like me, that's the exciting stuff- the stuff you're really looking forward to. Unfortunately, you've gotta tackle some pretty big (and not always fun) stuff before you get there. Sorry... that 'wedding planning notebook' that your best friend got you the week after you got engaged is going to have to wait; I know it's calling to you like uneaten chips-and-salsa call to my husband, but you'll have to suffer through it for a few more days. There are four main things that you should set down in stone before you do anything else: date and venue, budget, theme, and level of groom/parental involvement. (No... that last one is not a joke.)
Date and venue: I put these two things together because they often go hand-in-hand. You should consider the general time frame that you want your wedding to take place... Do you want to be done with school? Do you wanna be a June bride? Does the venue that you want look best at a certain time of the year? Will your family and loved ones be able to travel at that time? Are you sure you can wait more than six months? (I sure couldn't have!) In addition to all those sorts of questions, most venues book very quickly, and may only have certain dates available, so it's good to think of these two things as a pair. As far as your venue goes, you should pick something that has particular meaning to you or your personality: I got married in my church; my friends from college got married at a wildlife park; my personal favorite lately was a couple from my high school that got married in a gorgeous old theater... how cool is that?!? My point is: do something meaningful to you, and memorable to other people... I knew I would have my ceremony in my church, but for my reception I considered everything from an art/furniture gallery to an amazingly beautiful historic train station lobby. Sweet.
Next thing to tackle: budget. I know... yuck. But it's gotta be done, I'm afraid. Look at the bright side, when you've gotten it all sorted out, you'll know exactly how much you can spend on that little clutch that would make the perfect accessory for your big day. (Haha. Okay, so hopefully you're not that obsessed so early on. If you are, we need to have a talk.) Anyways, if you haven't previously discussed this, sit down with your fiance and one (or both) sets of your parents (but not both sets together... that would be awkward due to different abilities to finance) and talk 'moolah'. This is an intimidating discussion. My best tips- gauge which set of parents is more likely to be able to finance your affair, and go to them first. Then, if needed, sit down with the other couple. At any rate, finances will affect anything and everything about your big day, from the reception music and embossed napkins to your personal beauty routine.
Once you have your budget, it's time to sit down (with your groom) and determine what theme the two of you are hoping to create on your day together. Are you into the 50's era? Do you follow the modern chic trends? Will your theme be determined by your venue? (The couple at the old theater used a 20's theme- it was great!) By your colors? (This is a common way to do it, and alway looks lovely.) By your personalities? (Goofy and eclectic vs. classically elegant.) Whatever you choose to do, make it something that you both love, because this general theme will occupy all of your thoughts for the next several months- you think I'm kidding right now, but you'll see. Oh, you'll see.
Lastly, ask your groom up front how much input he'd like in decisions. Some grooms are totally and completely hands-off. (This is nice for you, but frustrating for his wedding-obsessed mother.) The only problem this can create is a lack of desire to help you with anything, which can (and will) get somewhat tiresome for you. Other grooms will want input on some things, such as the food, the dance playlist, or their tuxes, but won't care much about flowers or favors. (Until, of course, you pick a program-style that he's not a fan of. Then you'll realize that he actually does want to be consulted on most things.) You may occasionally find a groom that is excited about planning and wants to be involved from phase one... my best wishes to you. Good luck. Another thing to discuss with your future hubby (whoa... yay!) is how much input your parents will have. Most parents will stay out of the way of planning, but in the event of a particularly excited relative, the two of you will need to present a united front on how you feel. (This may be somewhat dependent on who is footing the bill... you're required to at least listen to all they have to say.) Don't forget that they're looking forward to this wedding as well. So get over your inner-Bridezilla. Remember that it's your man's day too... don't you want him to look back and say that it was a perfect day? I sure did. (And he does!)
Date and venue: I put these two things together because they often go hand-in-hand. You should consider the general time frame that you want your wedding to take place... Do you want to be done with school? Do you wanna be a June bride? Does the venue that you want look best at a certain time of the year? Will your family and loved ones be able to travel at that time? Are you sure you can wait more than six months? (I sure couldn't have!) In addition to all those sorts of questions, most venues book very quickly, and may only have certain dates available, so it's good to think of these two things as a pair. As far as your venue goes, you should pick something that has particular meaning to you or your personality: I got married in my church; my friends from college got married at a wildlife park; my personal favorite lately was a couple from my high school that got married in a gorgeous old theater... how cool is that?!? My point is: do something meaningful to you, and memorable to other people... I knew I would have my ceremony in my church, but for my reception I considered everything from an art/furniture gallery to an amazingly beautiful historic train station lobby. Sweet.
Next thing to tackle: budget. I know... yuck. But it's gotta be done, I'm afraid. Look at the bright side, when you've gotten it all sorted out, you'll know exactly how much you can spend on that little clutch that would make the perfect accessory for your big day. (Haha. Okay, so hopefully you're not that obsessed so early on. If you are, we need to have a talk.) Anyways, if you haven't previously discussed this, sit down with your fiance and one (or both) sets of your parents (but not both sets together... that would be awkward due to different abilities to finance) and talk 'moolah'. This is an intimidating discussion. My best tips- gauge which set of parents is more likely to be able to finance your affair, and go to them first. Then, if needed, sit down with the other couple. At any rate, finances will affect anything and everything about your big day, from the reception music and embossed napkins to your personal beauty routine.
Once you have your budget, it's time to sit down (with your groom) and determine what theme the two of you are hoping to create on your day together. Are you into the 50's era? Do you follow the modern chic trends? Will your theme be determined by your venue? (The couple at the old theater used a 20's theme- it was great!) By your colors? (This is a common way to do it, and alway looks lovely.) By your personalities? (Goofy and eclectic vs. classically elegant.) Whatever you choose to do, make it something that you both love, because this general theme will occupy all of your thoughts for the next several months- you think I'm kidding right now, but you'll see. Oh, you'll see.
Lastly, ask your groom up front how much input he'd like in decisions. Some grooms are totally and completely hands-off. (This is nice for you, but frustrating for his wedding-obsessed mother.) The only problem this can create is a lack of desire to help you with anything, which can (and will) get somewhat tiresome for you. Other grooms will want input on some things, such as the food, the dance playlist, or their tuxes, but won't care much about flowers or favors. (Until, of course, you pick a program-style that he's not a fan of. Then you'll realize that he actually does want to be consulted on most things.) You may occasionally find a groom that is excited about planning and wants to be involved from phase one... my best wishes to you. Good luck. Another thing to discuss with your future hubby (whoa... yay!) is how much input your parents will have. Most parents will stay out of the way of planning, but in the event of a particularly excited relative, the two of you will need to present a united front on how you feel. (This may be somewhat dependent on who is footing the bill... you're required to at least listen to all they have to say.) Don't forget that they're looking forward to this wedding as well. So get over your inner-Bridezilla. Remember that it's your man's day too... don't you want him to look back and say that it was a perfect day? I sure did. (And he does!)
Friday, July 24, 2009
Welcome to Reality...
I married my best friend about a month ago.
It was picture perfect. My best friends stood up with me, my Daddy walked me down the aisle, I had an altar full of candles and a church full of my favorite people, there were fun ribbons on everything that could be detailed, and I had such a good time that my smile muscles are still sore. Picture. Perfect. Okay, so Clinton took forever on the aisle runner, I got called by my sister's name at first, and the rings put up a fight to fit on our fingers... but those things make for a light and fun ceremony. All in all, I wouldn't have changed a thing. Well, I might've done some things differently if I'd been the only one that mattered.
But contrary to today's typical bride, I wanted my husband to look back on our day and know that everything about it was how he had wanted it too. Given, it makes for harder planning, but it does teach lessons about communication, patience, and compromise that most people wait until after the wedding to learn. Personally, I'd advise my route to anyone. (But then again... every person with either integrity or vanity would recommend their own way of doing things to anyone. I don't know what that really says about me. Take from that what you will. Haha.)
In short, my intent with this blog is to have a positive (and hopefully productive and instructive) outlet for my planning-withdrawal. (Which perhaps I'll do an entire post on eventually.) Put shortly, I'm writing my advice and thoughts in here so that I don't start planning all of your weddings and insisting that I do everything except wear the pretty white dress. I promise not to do any of that... if you promise to send me an invite... and read my stuff. :)
It was picture perfect. My best friends stood up with me, my Daddy walked me down the aisle, I had an altar full of candles and a church full of my favorite people, there were fun ribbons on everything that could be detailed, and I had such a good time that my smile muscles are still sore. Picture. Perfect. Okay, so Clinton took forever on the aisle runner, I got called by my sister's name at first, and the rings put up a fight to fit on our fingers... but those things make for a light and fun ceremony. All in all, I wouldn't have changed a thing. Well, I might've done some things differently if I'd been the only one that mattered.
But contrary to today's typical bride, I wanted my husband to look back on our day and know that everything about it was how he had wanted it too. Given, it makes for harder planning, but it does teach lessons about communication, patience, and compromise that most people wait until after the wedding to learn. Personally, I'd advise my route to anyone. (But then again... every person with either integrity or vanity would recommend their own way of doing things to anyone. I don't know what that really says about me. Take from that what you will. Haha.)
In short, my intent with this blog is to have a positive (and hopefully productive and instructive) outlet for my planning-withdrawal. (Which perhaps I'll do an entire post on eventually.) Put shortly, I'm writing my advice and thoughts in here so that I don't start planning all of your weddings and insisting that I do everything except wear the pretty white dress. I promise not to do any of that... if you promise to send me an invite... and read my stuff. :)
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