I thought about starting this post with some Tupac lyrics, but it turns out those were a little too intense for this G-Rated blog! Mr. SE and I have been undergoing some changes on the wedding front. To make a long story short- I had a total WPM two weeks ago. Don't know what a WPM is? A Wedding Planning Meltdown. To help aid in the confusion and mass pandemonium that will likely ensue, I've created a chart of sorts.
Things that are staying the same: still marrying Mr. SE @ the Cathedral on August 14, 2010
Things that are changing: reception venue, COMPLETE theme of wedding, budget
We're much like T30SB & The Candyman, in that this wedding symbolizes not only our love for one another, but we also want to spend time with close family and friends who we are blessed to have in our lives. Intimate, and personal- that's our goal for the big day.
That being said, our guest list right now is at 180. We've looked at all the normal RSVP rates, but ours is a little different. Yes, it's a destination for 90% of our guests. No, it's not too far (ie Caribbean). We have NO CLUE how many people are going to come. The majority of our guests are within a 4 hour car ride or a 2 hour plane trip. That's a whole different issue that I'll save for another post.
Miss SE's rule on budgets: just because you have it, doesn't mean you have to spend it. Can I also add another one of my favorite sayings regarding money? Yes, it's my blog. You can spend a lot of money and still look trashy (Kendra and Hank. Hello?). There it is- I said it.
Mr. SE and I have decided that while my parents are footing the bill for this fabulous wedding, we're not going to lose sight of the real reason this is all happening (we love each other). Because of this, I will here and now take a vow (to you, my faithful readers), that I will keep the important things (Mr. SE and our promises to each other) at the forefront of my planning. Thank you Liza for that one.
So now Mr. SE and I are embarking on a 359 day wedding planning adventure. We are (I am) going to keep an open mind about ideas, and we're going to stay focused on the prize (Mr and Mrs). I can't wait to be his wife, he makes me the happiest lady in the world! Keep reading as we'll start to reveal our new inspiration boards and style ideas (omigosh I know you can't wait. And I can't believe you're still reading at this point). Okay I'll add a picture because blog posts suck without them.
{sufficiently awkward. i love us}
11 Wonderful Comments:
can i just say that that picture is priceless! and im totally up for another lunch any day you want!
awesome awesomeness. I once married my best friend and no matter what our favors looked like or the fact that we didnt have a DJ, we had eachother. It was beautiful, but the box of left over wedding stuff is gone now, but we are still going strong and remember the most important things like seeing eachother for the first time, my parents, my flower girl walking reaaaallllly slow, snuggling after everyone was gone and it was just us....congratulations on finding that out early!!
awesome awesomeness. I once married my best friend and no matter what our favors looked like or the fact that we didnt have a DJ, we had eachother. It was beautiful, but the box of left over wedding stuff is gone now, but we are still going strong and remember the most important things like seeing eachother for the first time, my parents, my flower girl walking reaaaallllly slow, snuggling after everyone was gone and it was just us....congratulations on finding that out early!!
Yaay!! I totally know how you are feeling, and I came to the same conclusion recently myself. From the photos that I have seen, you and Mr. SE look carefree, fun, and fabulous...and that is how you guys should be on your wedding day! Good luck on your big Wedding Planning Adventure! And you know that I will be following you along the way! :)
great post!
Wedding planning is so stressful, and it can be so easy to get lost in the hustle and bustle of it all. Great job on staying focused!
you guys are too cute! Sounds like you two have good heads on your shoulders and know what is most important! :)
I look forward to following your planning progress as our weddings are just a few months apart. Thanks for sharing this blog with the world, it is very insightful and I wish you well "revamping" your wedding :)
Oh, you are so sweet! You are so lucky to come to these conclusions so far ahead in this whole process. You one smart cookie!
I am always awed and inspired by super-smart young women. I was such an idiot at 22! I'm still a Thirty-Something idiot, but I try to learn as fast as I can! It's never too late, right?
Your perspective is brilliant. I must continue to follow suit! :)
good luck with all the wedding planning!
you and SE seem totally in love and absolutely perfect together :)
love the pic!
all the planning is still too overwhelming for me so i have to say, my fiance and i are just enjoying being engaged. we know we will be paying for every single thing that goes into our wedding.
Awww this is a very sweet post! (I miss our gchats! This has been a long week away from you ladies & blogs! I feel like I am WAY behind in school!!)
Can't wait to get all of the details!
Such a great post! It's very easy to lose sight of the real reason for a wedding but you two seem like you're ready for the adventure that is planning a wedding :)
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