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Early on in wedding planning I found this photo on engageology (aka Kenziegirl).
I loved the idea of using “found” elements and reusing items. I thought it would be great how personal and handmade these could look. Little did I realize that most people BUY these corks like that. I thought that whoever made them just really liked that one type of wine…
Many people began collecting corks for us and at first I thought synthetic corks would be better for this project. As it turns out, the real corks are much easier to sand down and to play around with.
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But related, early this (suuuuuper cold) morning, eight months and four days after Mr. P proposed, we went back to The National Portrait Gallery for the first time… to the beautiful (warm, enclosed) Kogod Courtyard where the big event happened. This time, it was for another big event: the unveiling of the now iconic Shepard Fairey painting of Obama. Prominent DC art collectors, Heather and Tony Podesta, presented a gift of their Fairey Obama painting to the museum, and the accompanying brunch and unveiling was a great event.
(All images by Miss P, unless otherwise specified.)
The other evening, some of the Chicago Bees ventured out in the freezing temps to get together for a fun dinner-and-a-movie date!
Our waiter was a big fat FAIL at taking our picture all together, so we did the awkward “pass the camera back and forth” thing.
It was Mrs. Jasmine and Mrs. Emerald on one side of the table…
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I having slight anxiety regarding the dress I purchased and I thought that the boards may calm my nerves with some input.
How does one handle the “how much did you spend” question?
I spent way more than I ever considered spending on a dress and I guess that I am having a slightly guilty conscience based on the fact that it will be worn for one day. I’ve had several “How much did you spend?” comments from another bride-to-be and randomly, my boss, and I feel really uncomfortable telling anyone those details. How do you answer them?? And why are people so rude to ask?? Maybe I feel more guilty than I should if I am ashamed to tell people what I spent.
Also, does anyone else stress over the fact that you have purchased something that you aren’t going to be able see again for 6-8 months until it arrives? What if I don’t even like it anymore?! Eek. I am freaking myself out… I am also guessing that some of this anxiety has to do with the fact that no one has seen it, other than my mom. Generally I get the opinion of my friends for things like this. But I sort of splurged and didn’t want them persuading me one way or another.
Anyone else?
enhagen
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Dear enhagen,
Financial matters are no one else’s business. When people ask you how much it cost, you can say, “Oh, I’d rather not discuss that/money/finances.” People are always going to make their own interpretations about what that means and you can just leave them to their fun.
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This is the final part in our series that Mr. Canary has been graciously writing about our Italian honeymoon. Mrs. Canary promises not to be a bad blogger and finish up the rest of the wedding recaps ASAP!
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Days 9-11: Siena
It didn’t take long after arriving in Siena to understand what people mean when they describe the city’s “cool”. It is not a large city by any means, but substantial enough to field one of the most beautiful epicenters in the entire country—the main square, Il Campo, bowed in the middle and shaped like a clamshell—a sizeable collection of art and architecture destinations, and an easygoing, assured vibe that makes Florence, its longtime rival, seem hectic and tourist-saturated by comparison. (One of our guidebooks even goes so far as to recommend visitors to Tuscany to stay in Siena and do Florence and its treasure trove of attractions as a day trip—which, all told, is a great idea.)
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MyPublisher is always having deals and promotions. There’s a $10 off $50+ voucher right now (VAL10) and recently, I made use of the ’buy one get one free’ to produce a quick, affordable album for my cousin and his family while they no doubt wait to receive their pro pics. While there is certainly legitimate value in the very expensive pro-albums as far as image quality and the thickness and durability of their pages, places like MyPublisher offer a great alternative for the poor-bride’s album. Just don’t mark it up with greasy fingerprints! We used one for our wedding guestbook and had the guests sign the pages, and I was pretty happy with how it turned out.
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1. Prelude, 2. Tea Ceremony, 3. Getting Ready, 4. The Kids, 5. Wedding Party, 6. Down the Aisle 7. Ceremony, 8. Group Shots, 9. Couple Shots
There are times in your life, kids, when instead of the question of, “Why?” you should ask, “Why not?”
I am all in a tizzy, Hive! Last week, I attended a financial seminar taught by a well-known financial expert. I was so excited to attend, and boy, it was no disappointment.
As we all know, money is a top point of contention among couples, and if you and your spouse-to-be don’t agree on how to manage your finances… well, you better get on the same page—quick! Money can be such a hot point for arguments—how to spend, how to save, what major purchases are smart, what major purchases are poorly chosen. I think many of us have had the talk where we had to explain to our fiances how much a visit to the salon could really cost sometimes. “No, Dear, highlights and a cut for $20 only exists where you are best buds with the proprietor.” “Um, yeah, sometimes shoes cost more than $10.”
You get the picture. Joining finances with your hubs inevitably requires openness and flexibility in an area where many people are reluctant to have full disclosure. Exchanging FICO scores can be a big relationship moment! 
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Thanks so much for all your kind words on my hair and makeup! As promised, here is a list of all the products that Joyce used on me. I know I can’t recreate the exact look, but I can try and I did love all these colors on me.
I’ve bolded the items that I’m going to purchase, put a star next to items I already own, and put some commentary in italics. I’m particularly excited about the blush because I’d been wanting to try something other than NARS’ Orgasm! 
I love NYC, the “City” (not the new MTV show… well ok yeah, that too). I grew up in small town NJ, about 25 min outside Manhattan. Although I didn’t venture in that much growing up, that all changed when I started attending grad school in the city. I quickly fell in love with the different neighborhoods, the hustle and bustle of the people and OH MAN, the food!!! Food holds a special place in my heart.
And so does Mr. Latte, of course. I love NYC even more because it brings back so many wonderful memories of Mr. Latte and my relationship. We had our first “dates” in the city… watching broadway shows, walking for hours in Central Park and eating at awesome restaurants (see? FOOD! yum).
So when we started thinking of potential venues for our wedding, we toyed with the idea of having it in Boston (where I live) or in the Bay Area (where Mr. Latte lives). And OH the possibilities those two locations would bring! Picture this: a New England wedding on the banks of the Atlantic, with a striped lighthouse and white Adirondack chairs. OR how about this: saying our vows in a small vineyard tucked away in Napa Valley, where the wine runs like water. Sigh. But in my mind, it was NYC all the way.
Mr. P’s proposal was extremely well-planned, thoughtful, and full of meaning (not to mention a few challenges)! I had planned on taking a girlfriend, Abby, to a very special 30th birthday dinner that Tuesday. Panicked after hearing our phone conversation a week earlier, Mr. P had to step in, as he had plans of his own! Somehow he convinced Abby to cancel the dinner (apparently calling and emailing her for almost a week). So, Abby reluctantly wrote me a last minute email saying that she couldn’t make it (for vaguely work-related reasons).
That evening Mr. P surprised me by picking me up from work, citing that he wanted to walk me home that balmy evening.
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This contest is now closed! Congratulations to the winner, flbeachbride!
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Hop on over to the boards for a chance to win a copy of Real Simple Weddings 2009!
Real Simple is one of my favorite magazines, so I can’t wait to read through this special wedding edition!
Spread all over the place that is.
In the past year or so I’ve lived in Baltimore MD, Tucson AZ, Miami FL, Columbia MD and now Lancaster UK. As you can imagine I’ve come to know and adore so many people from so many places!
This brings up a tough point, because there are so many dear friends I’d love to invite, but I’m not sure if A) I can fit them all or B) if they can all come. There are many people in my life that I was once close to but have since lost touch with.
I don’t want to not invite people because they live far away, especially because I’d really love to see them. Nor do I want them to feel obligated to buy a gift for us just because they’re invited. Is there a way to invite them so they feel included, but not obligated? We’re already inviting 85, when our set guest count is 80, so I don’t want to push that envelope too far.
What would you do if you were me?
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