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I decided to get some extra mileage out of our save the dates and have Mariah at Demarco Designs make a poster for the photo booth. I think it turned out pretty darn cute! 
I do not want to see Mr. Strawberry before the wedding. I don’t want to have a little moment between us before I walk down the aisle. I realize it is a very sweet moment captured on film and all, but I want the first time I see him to be when I walk down the aisle. Every single one of my vendors and now my parents are trying to convince me otherwise. I realize that it is a whole lot more convenient for everyone involved. But dear god, this is something that is actually important to me. I DON’T WANT TO DO IT.
I don’t want to be the bitchy bride that makes everyone wait at the reception while Mr. Strawberry and I take pictures, so we are getting as many out of the way as possible beforehand with the rest of the bridal party and then we are also taking day after pictures. For brides who didn’t see their groom till they walked down the aisle, how did you accomplish making everything flow as smoothly as possible? I’m at the end of my rope!! 
As a wedding planner, I understand the importance of eating on the big day. I want to make sure that we all stay energized and don’t pass out at the altar. I found this cute idea off of the Mathew Mead website for a fun snack.
I’m slowing crossing things of my list. Emphasis on the words SLOWLY. My table numbers/menu cards are almost done. This past weekend, I made craft central my own bed, hence the pictures.
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Took a little trip to the ribbon store yesterday. Picked up a nice chocolate brown satin ribbon for each of my bridesmaid’s bouquets.
My bachelorette party was this past weekend and it was a fairly subdued affair. We began with dinner at Mamma’s Kitchen in Belltown and then proceeded to Hotel Vintage Park for wine tasting and girl talk.
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Most people who are obsessed with weddings and perhaps a few who aren’t, are pretty familiar with the custom stamp phenomenon. Most people put a picture of their engagement pic or a motif that goes along with their wedding. Knottie Kshiz decided to ask both sets of parents for a few of their wedding pics. All the invitations that went to her family and friends has a stamp with a picture of her parents from their wedding day and for her fiancee, vice versa. I thought this was such a thoughtful touch and a wonderful surprise! Check out zazzle.com or stamps.com to do your own!
Got our engagement pics back recently and was quite pleased. Normally, Mr. Strawberry and I are not so photographic. Double chins and wonky eye seem to find their way into most of our pictures. However, Yvonne did such a wonderful job directing us, we had tons of great pics to chose from! She has an amazing eye and you’d never know that these were taken at the Seattle Public Library! (Okay, maybe the books were a dead giveaway.)
They being the groomsmen. And that my friends, is where I draw the line. I was fine with the cow costume and unitard for the engagement party. A little annoyed, but fine.
Now if they had mullets and “pedophile staches” (as they like to call them) to begin with, then that would be one thing. Mr. Strawberry and I would have known what we were getting ourselves into. But growing them out SPECIFICALLY for the wedding–irks me.
I’m not one of those girls that is constantly saying “This is MY day”. I just don’t feel that way. It’s about Mr. Strawberry and I, our family and friends. But the boys want to be the center of attention and have our wedding photos circulated around the web–their mullets and staches front and center. Over my dead body.
I’ve come up with a brilliant idea to foil their “brilliant idea”. I’m going to let them grow their hair out. I’m going to support it. And then, I’m going to roofie them and shave their heads.
I’m kicking myself that I never learned to sew. If I had, I’m certain I could create the ultimate ring pillow without breaking the bank. The pillows at Wedding Tulle would certainly have been my inspiration. Made from materials like felt and suede, these little squares are far from boring.
Last night’s premarital counseling session with the pastor did not go well. In fact, it went very, very badly. It’s probably a big no-no to dislike a man of god, but I do. He’s sexist. He’s not objective and quite frankly, I don’t think he likes me!
A little back story for you–I’ve been going to the same church since we moved to Seattle, the same year I entered my junior year of high school. Our pastor lived across the street from us and I was fairly close with him. Unfortunately, he died of MS a few years ago. Enter new pastor. He is not what you’d call warm and fuzzy.
Last night was our fourth meeting and again, we went over the answers to the little compatibility test we took. Yet again, he felt that I have taken on too much in my life and that my stress level is affecting my relationship. He wants me to quit my radio job. NOT GONNA HAPPEN. I made that clear last time. Evidently, he is very worried about my decisions. Mr. Strawberry isn’t–but he is.
I just got this in the mail and I am extremely jealous that I didn’t think of it first. I had to call the bride asap to find out where she got it. Evidently–invites galore! And they had other ticket themed save the dates that were just as cute.
Upon reading Miss Butterscotch’s post concerning far traveling guests, I realized that I am in the exact opposite boat. RSVP’s are pouring in from people that my parents and I were certain would not be coming. And when I say certain, I mean, “We won’t be able to make it to your wedding” actually passed their lips. So, with a handful of those type of guests, I’m starting to get a little worried about the capacity of our venue. That and the fact that Mr. Strawberry did not get me his list in its entirety until the majority of invites had gone out. Oy vey. I’m going straight to hell, but when my coworker told me that she would probably be in Vegas and would not be able to attend the wedding….I was doing cartwheels inside. I’m evil. If anyone else would like to car pool with me to hell, perhaps we can save on gas?
My rsvp’s are being held hostage. Not by one person, but many. They simply refuse to send them back. They are being passed around and tacked up on fridges–never to be seen by me again. I’m sure they are scared and just want to come home. I blame my invitation lady. They are too cute–people can’t help themselves. I’ve received many a phone call from guests saying, yes, they will be in attendance, but that they will be keeping all components of the invitation.
I hope so. I just ordered my wedding day bracelet from Creme-De-Luxe. My mother is convinced that I need pearl earrings to match..but I love the chandeliers too much to trade them out.
Creme-De-Luxe is absolutely fabulous if you are looking for custom made jewelery at a reasonable price. You can choose the type of pearl, color of pearl, type of clasp and many other details. It is perfect for bridesmaid jewelery!
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Mrs. Strawberry, Seattle Age and Occupation: 25, Radio DJ, Advertising Sales, Day of Wedding Coordinator Fiance's Age and Occupation: 26, Engineer Engagement Date: 07/04/2006 Wedding Date: September 1, 2007 Venue: Lake Union Cafe, Seattle About Me: I'm a Navy brat that has lived all over the world. I love reality shows that are in poor taste, going to new restaurants, and trying to be crafty. Emphasis on trying!
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