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Mrs. Green Tea, Sacramento Age and Occupation: 30, Tea Analyst Fiance's Age and Occupation: 31, Coffee Critic Engagement Date: November 17, 2006 Wedding Date: August 23, 2008 Blogging Since: June 10, 2008 Venue: Vineyard on the Delta About Me: I'm just your average obsessive compulsive, arts & crafts loving, funky-on-the-inside/boring-on-the-outside girl, who dares to say 'Hey! I can make that!' Nerdy professional by day, goofy won-ton by night. The won-ton sometimes comes out during the day when I'm fed the dollar breakfast at Ikea. Since our engagement, wedding planning has put me on high alert for bargains and I've been pushing my nimble fingers through callous building experiments!
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My MOH and I left the after rehearsal party early for our appointments at Massage Envy. She had recommended it for a while and I thought it would help me get a good night of sleep before the wedding. It was my very first time getting a professional massage (I have a slight phobia of being touched by strangers), and I’m sad to say it probably was my last. My MOH enjoyed hers thoroughly as usual, but I never got myself to really relax at any point during the massage. Rather, it left me more tense and feeling like I got the crap beaten out of me. That feeling lasted all night (resulting in sleeplessness) and into the entire morning.

But as usual, the mister came to my rescue. He was staying at the hotel that night, but went out to pick up my favorite breakfast pastry items in the morning and dragged his brother along (to not risk seeing me) to drop them off. No one quite fully comprehends how the way to my heart is through my stomach quite like he does.

MOH approves (of breakfast, not of photo of her just waking up and still in jammies):

The Tea Party (Prelude): Got Beaten Up, Got to Work, and Got Ready :  wedding pictures sacramento Dscn416

My yummy cheese pastry & chocolate croissant:

The Tea Party (Prelude): Got Beaten Up, Got to Work, and Got Ready :  wedding pictures sacramento Dscn41601After breakfast I got right to work prepping flowers:

The Tea Party (Prelude): Got Beaten Up, Got to Work, and Got Ready :  wedding pictures sacramento Dscn41602Before finishing the flowers it was time to head to the salon for the hair and makeup appointment:

The Tea Party (Prelude): Got Beaten Up, Got to Work, and Got Ready :  wedding pictures sacramento 2008082The Tea Party (Prelude): Got Beaten Up, Got to Work, and Got Ready :  wedding pictures sacramento 200808201The Tea Party (Prelude): Got Beaten Up, Got to Work, and Got Ready :  wedding pictures sacramento 200808202Then back to the house to finish up the floral arrangements. My college buddies also came over to ‘help me out’:

The Tea Party (Prelude): Got Beaten Up, Got to Work, and Got Ready :  wedding pictures sacramento Dscn417Actually soon after this picture was taken the boys’ SOs made them put the game away and help me process the flowers. But I love that I will forever have this picture to hold over their heads.

*Images of me at the salon taken by my friend Rob (gamer in white shirt)

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16 Responses to “The Tea Party (Prelude): Got Beaten Up, Got to Work, and Got Ready”

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RenaissanceTrophyWife

hee hee! that last pic cracks me up! And you look gorgeous– can’t wait to see more!

 
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nada122 (message)  151 posts, Blushing bee

haha @ the last picture! boys will be boys!

were you doing your reception flowers or your bridal party flowers? I’m thinking about doing some DIY flowers and wasn’t sure if that was smart/easy? what was your experience?
Thanks!

 
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Miss Dumpling (message)  722 posts, Busy bee

Cheese danish……yummm.

 
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Mrs. Emerald (message)  1,062 posts, Bumble bee

mmm chocolate croissant… although that pic looks kinda funny, hehe

 
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Miss Bruschetta (message)  5,565 posts, Bee Keeper

I LOVE your updo! What were your inspiration photos to come up with it? And how long was your hair to pull it off?

 
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Mrs. Emerald (message)  1,062 posts, Bumble bee

By the way, when I used to work in a Spa many years ago, we always advised brides AGAINST getting a massage right before their wedding! I can’t remember the specifics as to WHY, but there was some chemical reason… its too bad your spa didn’t give you this warning =(

 
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Mrs. Tulip (message)  661 posts, Busy bee

Ha ha ha, I too love that last picture. What fun to have the boys (eventually) help you out! (Before our wedding, a Groomsman prepped our guest book, and I still get a smile when I think of how carefully he slaved over it and how proud he was of the final results.)

@Mrs. Emerald: Massage releases pent-up lactic acid (or something like that) from muscle knots into the body. Sometimes a really deep massage can actually leave you feeling a little sick. Maybe that was the reason?

 
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Mrs. Green Tea (message)  764 posts, Busy bee

@nada122: I only did simple arrangements for the cocktail tables, my own bouquet, the flower girl bouquet, and the hubs’ boutonniere. I also processed several dozens for roses to be passed out to guests at the reception. I am experienced in doing wedding flowers so I had no hesitation doing my own. I did make sure to limit the amount I had to do since I knew I’d be pressed for time. Many brides DIY their own flowers, though I highly recommend getting help and getting in some practice runs if you don’t have a lot of experience. The question of whether it’s easy really is very subjective. Some brides care little about how their flowers look and any thing bunched up together and wrapped in a ribbon will make them happy. If you’re one of those brides, absolutely go the DIY route. If you’re picky and haven’t done a lot of flower arranging before, it may be better to save yourself the frustration and hire a reasonable florist. Good luck, and if you have specific flower questions feel free to PM me.

@MagPie518: thanx! i did have an inspiration photo but i can’t seem to find it at the moment. if i’m able to dig it up from my other computer i’ll email you

@Mrs. Emerald: @Mrs. Tulip: dang you guys! now you tell me!

 
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katie

i LOVE your hair!

that’s all :-)

 
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Mrs. Avocado (message)  1,543 posts, Bumble bee

Your hair looks so beautiful. Makes me wish I would have gone pro with mine. Ah well. So excited to hear about the rest!

 
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Miss Champagne (message)  1,334 posts, Bumble bee

I love your hair! And now I must go get Panera..

 
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JanieLeigh (message)  581 posts, Busy bee

funny - that is exactly how my fiance helps me out!

 
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Mrs. Green Tea, Sacramento Age and Occupation: 30, Tea Analyst Fiance's Age and Occupation: 31, Coffee Critic Engagement Date: November 17, 2006 Wedding Date: August 23, 2008 Blogging Since: June 10, 2008 Venue: Vineyard on the Delta About Me: I'm just your average obsessive compulsive, arts & crafts loving, funky-on-the-inside/boring-on-the-outside girl, who dares to say 'Hey! I can make that!' Nerdy professional by day, goofy won-ton by night. The won-ton sometimes comes out during the day when I'm fed the dollar breakfast at Ikea. Since our engagement, wedding planning has put me on high alert for bargains and I've been pushing my nimble fingers through callous building experiments!

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