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Many people wonder how Mr. Peep got into the olive oil industry, and the truth is that he has only been making olive oil for about a year and a half. Before that, he spent almost ten years in the wine industry. In fact, when we first started dating, Mr. Peep worked for a small winery in Napa Valley running their sparkling wine program. (Do you see where this is going?)
He’s been in the wine industry for so long that we have quite the collection of wine. Here’s a portion of it.
For the past couple of months I have been taking better care of myself and have been trying to prioritize my health and skincare (e.g. cutting out nasty habits like eating junk food and falling asleep with make-up on, increasing my workouts to every other day, and finally starting to take vitamins daily). I have been so busy worrying about myself (how vain!) that I forgot about poor, little ol’ Mr. G!
Mr. G is an accountant, and as every accountant out there knows, it is currently “busy season”. (That wonderful time of year from late January to May when Mr. G works ridiculous hours and I’m lucky if I see him at all during the week.) The high work stress, wedding worries, and everything else, has taken its toll on Mr. G. He has less motivation to work out and has gained about 5 pounds (darn those company provided meals!). His skin has paid a price and he has been suffering from mini-breakouts and stress zits. The list goes on.
Now that we are about 4 months from the big day, I want Mr. G to feel healthy and look his best, too. Plus, I feel bad that he is working SO hard and his health pays the price. We have had a few conversations about how he can make some improvements. His main issue is weight loss, and he wants to lose 15 pounds by June. Here is the plan we’ve come up with thus far.
Diet
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The first veil I ever tried on was around $275. But it was a long, cascading veil, right? Wrong. It only went to my elbows. $275 for a piece of tulle on a comb that barely hit my elbows?! I started to panic at that moment about whether or not I really needed to do this whole getting married thing. Should I be expected to pay so much for something so little just because “wedding” is attached to it?!
Since I’m not the beading/crystal/lace type of bride, I knew that my veil needed to be simple at best, because simple would match my dress perfectly… as well as my personality.
I told my mom that I had found some veils on Etsy that would only run around $30. A deal! Fantastic. She seemed slightly skeptical, but she’s not yet smitten with Etsy the way that I am.
And, of course, as I looked through them all, I was completely overwhelmed with the options, especially the different veils that “cascaded”, and were “2-tiered”, and this, that, and the other. How is a girl to choose?! I flagged a few that I liked and kept on going back to the pictures until I knew I had a favorite. Bella Bridal Veils on Etsy had a simple 1-tier veil with a pencil edge that they would do in diamond white. Best of all, they know how we brides are with decisions, and allow you to return your veil within 10 days if it’s not quite right.
Source: Etsy
I have already warned my bridesmaids that I want them to wear headpieces. I am currently obsessed with them. Check out these GORGEOUS pictures of bridesmaids with headpieces from the amazing photographer Leo Patrone.
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I’m totally backwards, I know. When I went for my dress fitting, the lady told me that I wouldn’t need a bra. The corset type dress would hold me in well. I’ve never NOT worn a bra, so I was skeptical. I’m not top heavy by any means, but I do have ladies that cannot (in my opinion) go braless. I trusted them, though, went to my alterations and the lady basically told me my boobs would not be held in by this dress alone. I needed a bra. UGH, I knew it!!!
See, plus-sized ladies are expected to have plus-sized boobs in the bridal world. Well, let’s just say I’m nowhere NEAR expectations, so it looked like you could literally fit a purse and a six pack of beer in my bust. It was sad. So, needless to say, they are taking my dress in a LOT in that area.
The problem that you guys probably already know is, you need your bra so they can properly fit you in the dress. Well, the bridal shop is taking a chance, estimating what I would need taken out for me to fit in my dress. *sigh* I will find out next Friday if they did things right or even close to right.
In the meantime, I had to find a bra.
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It has been well over a month since I wrote about how my sweet tooth was getting in the way of my fitness goals. I am very happy to say that I have successfully swapped my sweets! You all had such good advice for healthier snacking alternatives, which has been a huge help. In the beginning, I made yogurt, honey and banana shakes to calm my sweet cravings. For the last few weeks, I have been eating strawberry & mango fruit pops from Trader Joes and Whole Foods. They are all natural, super sweet, and full of vitamin C! I have only eaten ice cream once since I vowed to swap, but I don’t feel like I am avoiding it, or even missing it. 
My fitness plan is going really well, although I have missed exercising for a total of two weeks, first for a cold, and now for a nasty sinus infection and cough. I know it is not a great idea to work out while I feel like I have the plague, but it is so hard to sit so many days out. (Jessie516 is unfortunately in the same boat. I think we may have even caught the same bug, as we are both in Ann Arbor!)
When I am not suffering from the plague, I have been working out at home. Budget constraints have pushed me to cancel my YMCA membership, but I have found some good DVDs and enjoy working out at home.
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Today’s wiki is all about the after party! Lots of brides and grooms are opting to keep the party going all night long by extending an invitation to their guests to join them at an after party. Mr. Penguin and I are always down for a wedding after-party… once I kick off my heels, I’m ready for party, round 2! I love being able to witness the bride and groom let loose among their friends and family at the end of the day. Often times, this is when I’ve really noticed the newlywed couple breathe a sigh of relief as they loosen their ties, let down their hair, and really CELEBRATE!
How do you spread the word about your after party, and how do you encourage people to come? What is the invitation etiquette surrounding wedding after parties? What are some unique locations and ideas for a great after party? Share your tips for a successful wedding after-party in the wiki:
If you’re unsure how you can contribute to the wiki, take a peek at this wiki article on how to edit a wiki. Check it out and share your expertise! Or, if you’re shy, just leave your tips in the comments, and we can add them to the wiki for you!
I chose to write about commitment-phobes because I used to be one. I haven’t had any commitment issues with Mr. D - but he is the exception, not the rule.
Prior to meeting Mr. D I had been in a 4-year on and off relationship that had really done a doozy on me. We started dating when I was 17, and he wasn’t much older. He was the first person I had met that maintained my interest and excitement - it was the first time I had ever experienced a “spark”. However, instead of giving each other room to grow, we became afraid of the changes we experienced. We lacked trust and understanding, and our relationship had more contempt than could be considered remotely healthy. When things were good I was happy, and when things were bad, they were so very, very bad. I feel sick to my stomach writing about these things now.
I think I stayed for a few reasons, one being that I had never known anyone so intimately. I thought I had chosen this relationship and that was it—I had made my decision and I loved that person. I stayed because I had sacrificed a lot to be in that relationship: my college choices, and my relationships with friends and family to name a few. Looking back, I found another reason I stayed. By committing myself fully to a relationship I knew ultimately had little to no future, I didn’t have to face the world and open myself up to someone new, someone who would be a better match.
I was a commit-phobe in a serious relationship.
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Have you all heard Ingrid Michaelson’s cover of Elvis Presley’s classic song “Can’t Help Falling In Love”? Swoon!
I recant all my previous assertions! Now this would be the perfect first dance song.
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, 10. Jump Shots 11. House Shots
Cocktail hour began for the guests while we were away taking pictures:
Reader 041809’s wedding plans have changed and she’s got a non-refundable 3 night stay at the Sofitel Moorea for sale. She is offering the hotel at a discounted rate. Check-in is on April 20, 2009, and check-out is on April 23, 2009. The room type is a Superior Beach Bungalow with 1 King Bed. She paid $350 per night and is looking to sell it for $175 per night, or best offer.
Have a wedding item for sale? Post it with pictures in the Weddingbee classifieds and you might see it featured on the blog!
Other great items for sale:
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Ahhh, the 2-month mark. And as I write this, I am exactly 3 months from the wedding - eeeep!
This week has been a breeze. I actually feel kind of guilty about how easy it’s been. I’m in a great routine of working out 3 times a week, looking forward to it, and feeling amazing afterward. I’ve been feeling so much strength in the diet department - and even when I slip up, I forgive and move on, making sure to even it out by eating lighter the next day, or toss in some extra cardio. I’ve been giving myself a bit more leeway on the weekends, which keeps me from feeling deprived, but honestly, I’m pulled more toward healthy options and have less interest in the naughty stuff. Best of all? I’m slimmer, straighter, and stronger than I’ve been since grad school!
I gots ta keep it real, though. If it weren’t for my personal trainer, I wouldn’t be nearly as successful. I might even be heavier, due to the stress I’m under lately. I simply lack the motivation, skill, knowledge and tools to keep myself going, make my workouts pack as much punch, and keep variety involved so I’m not bored. Plus, she’s the ultimate accountability buddy. If I don’t show, if I don’t push myself, I’m wasting her time as well as mine.
I know trainers are a huge expense… but there are lots of ways to work one into your life, regardless of your budget.
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Source: Oak Park Convention & Visitor’s Bureau
We ended up visiting the Club last May and were so warmly welcomed.
… came into my life (recognize the song?)
Dear Mr. Cheese -
I can’t count the number of times that you’ve said to me, “I just want to make you happy,” or asked me, “Does it make you happy?” You’re a very sweet man.
And me, I’m often hard to understand and I know this. So, while this list may seem rather arrogant at first blush, it’s intended to be helpful and give you some insight into how I work. Think of it as insider information.
I love you,
Your Cheesy chick
Twenty things you can do that make me happy:
Ah yes, the vows.
From the beginning, I knew I wanted Mr Breezy and I to say our vows to each other in our own words. (Mr Breezy wanted it too - he just didn’t know it.)
So you’d think a year would be enough time to think about it, right? I mean, I don’t know about you, but I’d seen plenty of wedding movies where the bride and groom were hastily writing their vows moments before the ceremony and I couldn’t help going, “Pffffffttttt!!!!!!!! COME ON, people. What, this day happened as a complete surprise to you, hence you couldn’t prepare? How pathetic!”
Well, guess what we were doing the night before?
Although we have our reasons for it, which will become a funny memory one day, it taught me something very important: you are ready when you are ready. And when it comes to your wedding vows, in the end, it’s not ‘when’ that matters, but ‘what’.
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