I’m writing from the edge of my sanity, here. Last night we had our final meeting with the Father, who had tried to talk us into having a mass, telling us the ceremony would be short and meaningless otherwise. When I replied about my Dad’s side probably not going up to receive a blessing, he bet me Mr. Kiwi’s salary (he works there) that they WOULD. Well, I know my family, and they WOULDN’T. Two weeks before the wedding- I don’t need him to change everything we’ve had planned for over a year!!
When I came home, I had an email from the church lady, saying she had no paperwork for me yet. Um. I sent it via snail mail- at her request. What do you do when the only person who controls your ceremony has no idea who you are, despite talking to me many times?
In our meeting last night, Mr. Kiwi and I realized we had forgotten the certificate for the marriage prep class. Mr. Kiwi didn’t tell me I needed to bring this- so I didn’t. Mr. Kiwi also confused the instructions of our letters of freedom- they have to be signed by someone in our family, either in front of a priest or a notary republic. Mr. Kiwi was under the impression the father would sign them and then give them back to us to sign. I didn’t think this was correct, but he DID talk to Father. He was wrong. 
So now I have to get my mom and aunt to a notary republic by Monday. Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee.
Anyway, two weeks out. Anyone have a tums?
Angel, letters of freedom are a typed sheet that you have someone close to you fill out and sign stating that you are free to marry the other person. Basically saying you’re not already married, and no one is forcing you. 
These have to be signed in front of a priest or in front of a notary.
Eeeeek sorry!!! Don’t worry though, I’m sure it will all work itself out soon!!!! Fingers crossed!!
Ah…cool thanks, Miss Kiwi
Oh Miss Kiwi, I SOOO feel your pain. With everything almost done, the one area where the most problems have risen from was from the ceremony! It got soo bad that I even broke down in front of one of the church ladies because I just couldn’t handle it.
Just keep reminding yourself, it’ll all be over before we know it!
I’m sorry you’re stressed hon! I don’t blame you for feeling frazzled that they’re trying to change things up so close to the big day.
Everything will work out!
Aren’t church people supposed to be nice?! The lady at my church is NASTY. She thought my date was a year earlier than it was and she called to give me the business about how she was going to open my date back up because I hadn’t gone through pre-cana, finished my payments, etc. It took me five minutes of terror before realizing what had happened. Of course, she didn’t apologize afterward, but rather offered another lecture on the benefits of being prepared. My wedding is not until next September, so I have a lot to look forward to!
Good luck and stick to your guns!
Awwww…Hang in there sweetie!!! Three weeks from now, you won’t have to be anything but blissfully happy!
Mrs. Kiwi, Los Angeles
Age and Occupation in 06: 27, Bookkeeper
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 27, P.E. Teach/Coach @ private schools in LA
Engagement Date: March 31, 2006
Wedding Date: November 3, 2007
Venue: Radisson Hotel
About Me: I'm a bookkeeper who failed high school algebra. I'm currently living in Los Angeles, literally a street over from where I grew up with Mr. Kiwi, my honey of three years. We have a jumbo mini-dachshund (seriously, he's huuuuge), and we're planning an autumn themed wedding on a shoestring, paid for by ourselves. The wedding date is my late grandma's birthday, I needed her there somehow, and that seemed like the best way for us. I can't believe I'm a Bee! I couldn't be more proud!
Ick…what’s with church venues being a pain lately. Sorry they’re adding stress.
The only one in my family who used Tums was my aunt ,and she bought them in bulk from Costco. Mind you she had four kids. Maybe I should put you in touch with her.
Question: what are letters of freedom?