tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post8586674286409998661..comments2023-11-05T03:37:33.926-08:00Comments on chapters of our life: ponderingAnniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17773608422571911723noreply@blogger.comBlogger52125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-57292524283056298082009-09-02T04:41:55.343-07:002009-09-02T04:41:55.343-07:00Hi! I'm Anne but all of my friends/family cal...Hi! I'm Anne but all of my friends/family call me Annie so your blog intrigued me, of course! I hear ya on the wedding thing. My husband and I did just go down to the courthouse and there's always been a part of me that wished I'd had my dream wedding. But I look at my husband and I look at our two daughters and I remember that it was the marriage I wanted...not the wedding. The wedding is ONE day, but the marriage, that's the guts of it and it's forever. We had NO money, I didn't even get to wear white and we went to Denny's afterward...but we're a very happily married couple and when it's all said and done, that's what matters.<br /><br />I sincerely hope that no matter what kind of wedding you have, that you and B will have a happy marriage.<br /><br />Hope you don't mind my dropping by every now and again :) Us Annie's have to stick together, ya know!Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01414639461601100709noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-29551080374193552072009-08-16T11:42:05.683-07:002009-08-16T11:42:05.683-07:00I can TOTALLY relate. We are in the midst of plann...I can TOTALLY relate. We are in the midst of planning our wedding which we are paying for ourselves and my fiance was out of work for 4 months at the beginning of the year so needless to say it's been tough. If it were up to my fiance we would have been to the courthouse already but I've always wanted a "wedding".<br /><br />Ours won't be huge, probably less than 100 and living in the DC area it's hard b/c it's SOOO expensive. We are scrimping and saving and will probably have to keep paying it off after the wedding but for me personally it's worth it. Everyone is different and you have to do what you are comfortable with. There are definitely ways to save money though and I think smaller weddings are definitely very sweet and romantic. One tip...don't invite anyone to your wedding you wouldn't have over to your house for dinner.<br /><br />I wish you all the best!Shannonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04356655617475615318noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-24436476237196658712009-08-14T09:27:50.820-07:002009-08-14T09:27:50.820-07:00i think big weddings are such a waste of money!! m...i think big weddings are such a waste of money!! my husband & i got married on the beach (alone) and it was wonderful!!!!alyssahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06476460682555317038noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-11054962912136433222009-08-14T09:11:08.302-07:002009-08-14T09:11:08.302-07:00HEY! totally so sorry I missed this yesterday!
I...HEY! totally so sorry I missed this yesterday! <br /><br />I am so sorry. The only thing that matters is the two of you. Its your day! your love, your commitment, your moment together. weddings can be so stressful, don't worry at all. you are such and amazing person, and you two love each other so much, it will be such a special moment regardless of how you two go about it! <br /><br />Have a great weekend!Iva Messyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10569911896394751235noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-28217711127409348002009-08-14T07:22:17.727-07:002009-08-14T07:22:17.727-07:00Just do whatever makes you happy!!! You don't...Just do whatever makes you happy!!! You don't have to have a huge wedding in order to have the beautiful white dress. My cousin- in- law got married in a court house and had a big white dress because she wanted one. Don't feel confined to traditional standards, do what YOU want! My husband and I were engaged for a year and a half before we got marred. So enjoy being engaged to each other, it's something very special that only happens for a short period of time in your life (and how fun is it to say "fiance"?) why not make the most of it? <br /><br />Try not to stress about it, everything will come together in due time and you will look back and remember that day as one of the best days of your life!Nikki Cogghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10235333639924549478noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-83308545659576019692009-08-13T15:10:40.734-07:002009-08-13T15:10:40.734-07:00oh pretty girl!! Do NOT worry! It is not so much a...oh pretty girl!! Do NOT worry! It is not so much about "the big day" but all the even BIGGER days that follow!! xoxoIn This Wonderful Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06467383580516146911noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-81117085048490930522009-08-13T14:02:41.047-07:002009-08-13T14:02:41.047-07:00well i'm not one for bg weddings but that'...well i'm not one for bg weddings but that's just me. dave and i have decided that if and when we get married it's off to vegas baby. i think for you, you have to do what's true to your heart. so what if you can't spend a million trillion dollars on a wedding. it comes down to your love for each other and expressing that love to one another, not your guests. i think whatever you plan, you will look and feel amazing.bananas.https://www.blogger.com/profile/07374187632135297641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-81294946118644412142009-08-13T10:44:43.285-07:002009-08-13T10:44:43.285-07:00Thanks for stopping by my blog and the nice commen...Thanks for stopping by my blog and the nice comment! <br /><br />I have some advice for you....<br /><br />You will not be missing out on anything if you don't have a "big traditional wedding." Well, who am I to say anything, because we didn't have one either, but on that day..."traditional" goes out the window. It is about the two of you. It's so easy to get wrapped up into the wedding planning and wishing and hoping you were having that big wedding. I am guilty of it. We had planned our wedding in Cabo for over a year and then had to cancel two weeks before due to the swine flu. I planned our Vegas wedding in about 2 months and it was the best day of my entire life. No, it wasn't exactly what I had envisioned, it was better. <br /><br />The only thing that matters is that you have each other and the people that matter most by your side. Believe me...I know how you feel. I had people telling me ALL the time that what matters most is that we have each other and I got sick of it. I wanted my wedding, damnit! haha. Believe me, I promise on everything I believe and stand for...it's not worth it! The day goes by SO quick!! <br /><br />What ever you two chose to do will be fantastic because you will be married. Smile and enjoy being engaged! <br /><br />If you need ANY help planning, let me know. I pretty much planned two weddings and know where to find some great deals.Michelehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05916294797083405229noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-54784199206857486992009-08-13T10:43:13.561-07:002009-08-13T10:43:13.561-07:00Hi love!
OMG I am SO SO SO SORRY I missed this yes...Hi love!<br />OMG I am SO SO SO SORRY I missed this yesterday...blogger said I wasn't following anyone and my sidebar wasn't updating so I didn't even know you posted! ANYWAYS...<br /><br />So much good advice up here that I will just say, you have to do what is right for you...and the only two people that matter, on this day, are you and B. <br /><br />I used to be an events planner and it is insane...treasure the small things, as I know you do everyday, thats why I adore you so much!<br /><br />I'm so glad we have the blog world! We are here for you hun!! XOElizabeth Mariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09516899159408733646noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-14247613348933618312009-08-13T07:00:15.682-07:002009-08-13T07:00:15.682-07:00Just share it with the people you hold close to yo...Just share it with the people you hold close to your heart! :)LWLHhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13975262231105253072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-1813971427895299502009-08-13T06:38:40.594-07:002009-08-13T06:38:40.594-07:00The most important part of our wedding is to do wh...The most important part of our wedding is to do what you want. If the dress is important to you, then save for that (and remember, it doesn't have to be expensive).<br /><br />If it is exactly what you want, you will have no regrets!sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05425575820685604604noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-45939617387177495302009-08-13T06:19:34.982-07:002009-08-13T06:19:34.982-07:00Girl, you have to do what's best for you and y...Girl, you have to do what's best for you and your future hubby. Not everyone is about big weddings. But I know whatever you two decide will be perfect for ya'll :)Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08257352882657911252noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-27185469100181828482009-08-13T01:18:44.888-07:002009-08-13T01:18:44.888-07:00girl my wedding was an simple as simple could be. ...girl my wedding was an simple as simple could be. married by his dad in their living room with just our family. long story behind it, but in the end, it was the perfect wedding...you'll find what works for you! and i'm sure it will still be fabulous!Aliciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08661482257470326487noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-63507726924012233092009-08-13T00:31:27.631-07:002009-08-13T00:31:27.631-07:00yay!!! ya know, no matter how long it takes to pla...yay!!! ya know, no matter how long it takes to plan and even when its frustating itll be beautiful.Chelsea Talks Smackhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17998747129805795801noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-68809672504990229332009-08-12T23:19:42.954-07:002009-08-12T23:19:42.954-07:00We had a very small wedding, mainly because we fou...We had a very small wedding, mainly because we found out we were moving to Germany and had to plan the wedding in three months. I was really sad at first that we weren't going to have a large wedding at the venue I wanted. But on our wedding day, I knew it was the best decision. We also paid for the entire wedding ourselves and I am so glad that we did. We had the wedding in my parents backyard and it was a blast. I think the small personal weddings with family and close family friends mean so much more.Jon and Stephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18175998334329244279noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-55930248235376684542009-08-12T19:02:48.832-07:002009-08-12T19:02:48.832-07:00Honestly Annie, if I had to do it over again I wou...Honestly Annie, if I had to do it over again I wouldn't have the big wedding. <br /><br />My brother and sister in law got married in her sister's backyard and it was one of my favorite weddings ever. It was very personal and fun. <br /><br />My wedding was great but since we went the big wedding route we spent time greeting guests we had never even met before.Maryellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09904547540948811952noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-42197307144016531032009-08-12T18:50:35.065-07:002009-08-12T18:50:35.065-07:00I totally understand the longing the have the trad...I totally understand the longing the have the traditional fairy tale wedding even when you know it's impossible. I guess the goal should be to decide what's the most important thing you want at your wedding (dress, flowers, party, pictures). Then you budget for that and save on the rest. But there are SO many things out there for brides to be, free honeymoons, free pictures, etc. So start entering your name into them, it can't hurt :)Katiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18304629016742737804noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-58225206348879649962009-08-12T15:54:50.970-07:002009-08-12T15:54:50.970-07:00FYI - something BIG is happening at Sunshinemeg to...FYI - something BIG is happening at Sunshinemeg tomorrow!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-24018276648586307232009-08-12T15:38:22.231-07:002009-08-12T15:38:22.231-07:00I think Blogger is being weird lately . . . It'...I think Blogger is being weird lately . . . It's not showing me on my Dashboard who I am following and my counter wasn't there this morning. So annoying!! Oh and I LOVE me some berries too!! So yummy and refreshing, not to mention good for you!<br /><br />About the wedding thing. Mike and I got SO stressed and fed up with our parents that we almost went to the court house and said screw it! I don't think you have to have a BIG wedding for it be really nice and classy and special. There are so many things you can do and it be very nice. I have seen some small ceremonies with just a few family members and everything was still just as beautiful as a large wedding. So don't feel bad about that! Actually, someone I know just got married at his parents home and it was only a few family members. I should send you the pics some time if you would like to see. It was very nice!<br /><br />I LOVE LOVE LOVE planning parties and all - and I can find ways to do things and make it look so nice, without spending a fortune. I think candles are a great decoration and you can go to the dollar store and rack up on those! ya know . . . what are your colors you like? Or have you even thought about that yet? ha ha<br /><br />I'm sure you have looked at weddings and stuff on-line, but if you want to see the pics of the couple I was talking about, LMK and send me your e-mail and I'll send them to you! =) It will all work out and be PERFECT and so special!!<br /><br />btw - there's always Vegas! ha ha! That's what Kelly Rippa & her cutie of a husband did! =)Lindseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14965271074438631791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-72225987759450438012009-08-12T14:38:30.310-07:002009-08-12T14:38:30.310-07:00Yep..yep...i sure do sweetie ♥ Me and the hubs had...Yep..yep...i sure do sweetie ♥ Me and the hubs had the HUGE wedding ALL planned out, cake ordered, dress, tux, you name it. Then...we got news he had to deploy :( Uhhhh the wedding got called off. But...we still wanted to get married, so we snuck off to Cali with his bestie in tow and got married ;)- No family members knew, it was just our little secret. We spent the entire weekend there and enjoyed being by ourselves together having fun. Came home and a few months later we had a huge reception/wedding with family & friends. All that matters is that you two love each other and all the other stuff {invitations, flowers, food} don't really matter. You'll find a way to make it special...i just know!!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15838750575644224801noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-8322992586323020412009-08-12T14:35:06.572-07:002009-08-12T14:35:06.572-07:00i had a big wedding, but i think that small weddin...i had a big wedding, but i think that small weddings are the most romantic :)Jen McCradyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11004454280152861006noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-12171815695135614902009-08-12T14:04:32.450-07:002009-08-12T14:04:32.450-07:00I will most likely be in the same boat as you when...I will most likely be in the same boat as you when I get married. My plan (as of now) is to have a smaller, intimate wedding (just family and very close friends) on a beach somewhere and then have a casual reception in our home town once we get back from our honeymoon. That way everyone can share in your special day w/o spending a fortune!Carolinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15647927180840698404noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-21987057149456245302009-08-12T14:04:26.067-07:002009-08-12T14:04:26.067-07:00We are hoping to do a ceremony at a church with a ...We are hoping to do a ceremony at a church with a cocktail reception afterward (heavy appetizers instead of a plated meal) and a dance. We plan to keep the traditional elements that are importantant to us and skip the rest.<br /><br />A wedding absolutely does not have to be expensive to be meaningful and fun. You could do a backyard wedding that cost $1,000 for your closest family and friends and people would still have a blast and it would be memorable. You could do a morning wedding followed by brunch, a late evening wedding with a dinner at a restaurant afterward, etc. Or you could skip it all and just elope!<br /><br />The most important thing is that you do whatever is most comfortable and memorable for the two of you!<br /><br />And whatever you decide will be GREAT, because it will be yours :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-21901293683446580742009-08-12T13:17:23.145-07:002009-08-12T13:17:23.145-07:00it's kind of funny, I felt the same. ..like wa...it's kind of funny, I felt the same. ..like wanted the big wedding but not all the stress and anxiety that came with it. My husband and I were actually planning a wedding and just said fuck it and went to Vegas and did it without telling anyone. Everyone was mad at us but really it was so special. Just the two of us. No one else to get in the way, no worries ...just he and I looking into each others eyes. It was magical. I was sad for a while that I didn't get the "big day" ...but really, I would have been a basket case instead of calm and happy and alone with my one and only. You'll figure it out ;)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15540367324651819913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6586545115478426313.post-91167950066225608152009-08-12T13:02:44.388-07:002009-08-12T13:02:44.388-07:00i'm about 6 weeks out from a big traditional w...i'm about 6 weeks out from a big traditional wedding and a tiny non-traditional wedding sounds like a GREAT idea about now :) hahaAnniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10428456704595224729noreply@blogger.com