Wedding Blog

Sorry people. I’ve been feeling under the weather lately. We think we have a slight problem that involves bed bugs. Gross, I know. I have NO IDEA where they came from, but can you picture me trying to go to bed in the dark and constantly slapping myself in random places? I’m so paranoid and I feel so violated! I have a slight fever now.…

Angel Sanchez Evening and Bridal Sale
What: Tulle gowns were $3,400, now $200; lace cocktail gowns were $3,740, now $500.
Why: Whether you’re always a bridesmaid, occasionally a bride, or sporadically a mistress. When: Thurs., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 526 Seventh Ave., b/t 38th & 39th Sts., 9th flr. (212-921-9827).

(via dailycandy)

I know that you guys are NYC based, but I’m trying to plan a wedding in Dallas. I’d like to hire a string quartet or trio for the ceremony, but the pricing seems to range from $450 to over $1500. I’m not musically inclined, so how do I know that I’m hiring the right people? What kind of questions should I ask? ~Kendra

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All I can say is WOW!

My last entry on giving me something to write about opened up a family sized soup can of whoop ass for me! To hear so many brides stuck on so many things makes me sad. We know what we have to do but where do we start!? Why isn’t wedding planning made easy for us like a one stop shop?

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Sometimes when I’m on a roll, I’m on a roll. I can easily write 3-4 entries in one day and then I’ll have writer’s block for a week. So to help me and give me something to do… is there something you ladies want me to research?

Cupcakes do seem to be the latest fad in wedding cakes. I personally love the idea. It’s cute, it’s sweet, and it’s deliciOso! Here are some that I found listed for you NJ/NY brides.

(image via cupcakecafe)

Babycakes
Billy’s Bakery
Buttercup Bake Shop
Cupcake Caboose
Cupcake Cafe
Magnolia Bakery (Citysearch info)
Soho Cupcake Company
Sugar Sweet Sunshine Bakery

Here’s also something I came upon in my research. Cupcakes that look like sushi!

Debbie Does Cakes -…

Ever since the hubs brought a book home on this little island I have been hooked. This would definitely be my first choice but we shall see.

::: M A U R I T I U S :::
Population: 1.3 million
Language: English (official) / Creole / French (Official) / Hindi / Urdu / Hakka / Bhojpuri
Currency: Mauritian Rupee
Capital: Port Louis
Things To Do: Botanical Garden / Swimming / Snorkeling / Hiking / Shopping…

Red Envelope
Used to be $38 now $11.99

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Ever since I researched decorative paper for my envelope liners and my cylinder centerpieces I have become addicted to pretty paper. I don’t know what it is. I don’t know, I just love pretty pattern paper. Say it really fast! PRETTY-PATTERN-PAPER-PRETTY-PATTERN-PAPER!

Old Navy currently has some really pretty gift wrapping paper. I don’t remember, but I think I got these 3 rolls for 10 bucks.

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A few weeks ago I saw this movie and I really liked it. The movie takes place in PHILLY! Woohoo!

It’s about two sisters, one’s a back stabbing ho, who have nothing in common but their shoe size but they eventually learn to understand one another after meeting their grandmother. At the end of the movie the older sister gets married at this small Jamaican restaurant…

Miss Lily & Miss Bluebell: I tried to help…slim pickings I must say. I think your best bet offline is going to antique stores or maybe even a store that sells Moroccan goods. There has to be one in NY.

Hyacinth House - Only 5 are available - $3.00 each (Since it’s an Antique store these are also used)

Ideal Favors - $8.00 for 3

Amazon - $32.00…

Here’s another place I researched that we’re not going to. Such is life.

::: C O O K I S L A N D S :::
Population: 18,000
Language: Maori / English
Currency: New Zealand Dollar
No of Islands: 15
Capital: Rarotonga
Things To Do: Hiking / Snorkeling / Diving / Shopping at local markets / Lagoon cruise / Visiting a local church (recommended by tourists) / Biking / Fishing
Time: 5 hours behind EST
Weather: Summer: December - April / Winter:…

Yesterday while Mr. Ladybug was taking a nap, I caught the middle of Diary of a Mad Black Woman. It’s about this woman, Helen, who married a wealthy lawyer, Charles, and after 18 years he threw her out of the house in front of his mistress. I don’t know if he was wealthy after they got married or before, but she wasn’t a gold digger.…

We decided that this trip would be WAY over our budget. Maybe some day.

I have decided that once our kids graduate from college and get decent jobs, they will be forced by moi to chip in and send the hubs and I here. This is the only reason I’m thinking of having children. I keed! Sike, no I’m not.

Future Child: But mom I’m too little!
Me:…