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Well, we’re now less than two months out and I have to say, we’re down to a less-than-fun to-do list.
I’ve been doing things like getting the event insurance our venue requires (I used WedSafe, if anyone’s interested!) and making sure all of our groomsmen actually made it into Men’s Wearhouse to get measured for their tuxes.
Every time I turn around, I feel like we need more paperwork done or more legwork ironed out, and I’m getting burned out on the tasks that aren’t any fun.
I feel like this lady
When we were in the early stages of planning, I got to do things like try on dresses and look for beautiful inspiration pictures and that part was a lot more fun. I feel like most of the wedding tasks left to do are headaches that need to be dealt with or things that I’m just plain not that interested in (coordinating rental delivery times with freight elevator availability, anyone?).
Does anyone else feel (or did you feel) this way at wedding crunch time? What did you to to counteract it?
Star, I’ve totally embraced delegating…and the mister, my mom and sister have been HUGE helps with tasks and to-do list items. Plus, I’m keeping track of things I want to run by my DOC — another sanity-saver!
Yeah…I’m with you Star! I am counting down the days at this point, and pretty much over it right now!
awww…..i’m sorry you’re feeling so overwhelmed. i still have a year, so i’m on the “inspiration boards and pretty dresses stage.” i do know how it feels to have to do things you don’t want to. perhaps you can delegate some things? if not, i find it’s always best to just “do it now.” make a list and conquer and divide. and set a reward for every milestone you achieve (ie: 5 boring tasks = mani/pedi, no?). good luck!
Love the picture, Star. I haven’t gotten close enough to my date to take care of those pesky little details, but I’m sure when the day gets close, I’ll be feeling the same way! I second Miss Bruschetta– delegate!! 
Good luck!
Um, yes! There is nothing fun left to do (perhaps with the exception of my next dress fitting)….
I still need to finalize our ceremony, work on the band play list, purchase gifts for people, and get our marriage license. Plus a ton of annoying little details.
Next up? Chase people down for RSVPs. Doesn’t that sound fun!!!
Good luck Star! Try to make fun goals to meet and reward yourself when you do it That always makes the work a little easier
I totally know how you feel! We’re on about that timeline, too, and it’s getting harder and harder to be excited about any of the tasks that remain. Yuck! Eyes on the prize, eyes on the prize - that’s what I’m telling myself! Maybe a little more delegation, a little letting go of the things that don’t really matter and some time for you - whether it’s a workout or a bath or time to read a book that’s not about weddings!
Good luck!
Man, I am so not looking forward to this aspect of wedding planning. =P Thankfully I’m doing a lot of DIY and I’m looking at getting a non-traditional venue…so I don’t have to do too much coordination (I just show up and bring everything with me!), but still.
What timing! I was thinking exactly the same thing this morning! I have 6 weeks to go…my honey and I are trying to be efficient at getting things crossed off the list and then making time to do fun things together, just the two of us. Not exactly wedding related, but reminds us why we are doing this!
I definitely felt that way when our wedding got closer. It seemed like all the fun and creative things were done, like choosing a color scheme and buying a dress. However, I kept trying to remind myself that the actual wedding was getting closer, so I should be excited about that, despite the stress.
Yes- I feel your pain. I’ve been so busy I haven’t really been able to spend the quality time I normally do with the man. He is more than helpful, but he has his own list and has been off his feet for 3 weeks due to a broke ankle.
I have the fun job of keeping everyone’s lists together and tasked out. I decided that by prioritizing the major peices of the wedding that the things lowest on the totem pole come last and if they don’t happen, they don’t happen.
I’ve also took some bee’s advice and allocated a night for just me and him, no wedding stuff. This weekend will be three weeks! Everyone keeps asking me if I’m excited. Yes, I am- but dang I still have a lot to do!
Best wishes to all those busy bees!
haha! This is so how I felt when it started getting closer. All the fun stuff was done and now it was all the details… UGH. Good luck!
Glad to know I’m not the only one. And I’m not usually a procrastinator but there are some things that you can ONLY do once you get closer. Ugh, i hate it. I like the idea of a reward tho.
Just wait until after the wedding and the real world hits and you have a gazillion thank you notes to write!
Nail on the head! I kinda want to go try on dresses to remember the fun planning days. I feel like everything on my to do list is giving me a dirty look because it’s not done and we’re 6 weeks till go time!
@Miss Mascara: Also, just counting down the days - 8 MORE!
Ugh, I was starting to feel like this, but then I knocked out a few of the dreaded tasks and I started to feel better. The key is to do the things that HAVE to get done first (like writing the ceremony, duh!), and then you’ll have time to do the projects you WANT to do. Good luck! I hope it gets better for you soon.
Good to know, when I get to that stage I’ll definetly deligate to my fi for all that stuff!
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Mrs. Star, New York City Age and Occupation: 22, Actress Fiance's Age and Occupation: 24, Casting Assistant Wedding Date: October 2009 Venue: Ceremony: The Kraine Theatre, Reception: Midtown Loft & Terrace About Me: I’m a professional actress who’s always had New York City in her blood and I'm finally getting the chance to make a home in Manhattan with my fiancé, my dog, and my big dreams! I love polka dots, craft projects, Dunkin’ Donuts’ iced coffee, and anything sparkly. I’m having a blast planning our elegant/dramatic/New York City/acting-themed/largely-DIY wedding and am thrilled to be the youngest current Miss Blogger!
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