Firstly, I apologize for not posting more often. I planned to post more then once a month but time has been disappearing... I swear I made the 6 months to go post like 2 days ago haha. Everyone said time would fly once we hit the 1 year mark but this is madness. At least we are on track.
So on to details... need to be quick here! Next thing we know we'll blink and I'll be walking down the aisle. *butterflies in my tummy*
1) So I spoke with our officiant, Reverend Charles Sathmary, and we are very excited to meet with him. He is very accommodating to our requests and seems to have some very creative additions that we can consider for the ceremony.
2) The girls have ordered their dresses:
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| Hayley and Katie will be wearing this dress |
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| Hayley Gillis |
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| Katie Rasmussen |
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| Samantha and Diana will be wearing this dress |
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| Diana Mao |
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| Samantha Northrup |
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| Brittni and Nancy will be wearing this one |
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| Brittni Gorecki |
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| Nancy Cai |
3) CAKE!!! mmmmmmmMMmmmmmmmMmm
I have scheduled appointments for Saturday, March 17th to do some yummy taste tests:
We want a cupcake cake to display on the candy buffet table. We think this will be a fun addition since dinner includes dessert. Guests can help themselves to a cupcake during the evening. We plan to have a small cake at the top so Brandon and I can do the traditional cutting of the cake.
4) Finally, we are trying to decide if we want to have a Jack & Jill (aka Stag & Doe) to try and help pay for some of the wedding/honeymoon. We are in the beginning stages of the planning and are trying to decide on a venue to host it. Any ideas welcome! Most guests are between Scarborough and Hamilton so something convenient for all would be ideal. We also are looking for any items that could be donated for silent auction, door prizes, etc. I was able to contact the advertising agency where I interned and got some fun movie SWAG which will be great door prizes or additions to other items. Any ideas or suggestions are more then welcome.
I think that is all for now. Hopefully I will post again before the 4 month mark... OH NO I BLINKED... phew... still March 3rd!
Hi Lizzy - good blogpost....love the dresses. I will ask UG to ask his company for a door prize or silent auction. UG and I would be happy to donate something for the cause. I will ask my girlfriend Linda about Hamilton/Burlington area space to hold your Stag and Doe as she is a property manager and knows a lot of people.
ReplyDeleteI bought my very vintage style shoes for the wedding, just have to get a dress, so I am on my way also.
If you need help organizing the Stag and Doe I am a good party planner.....lol Luv AJ
For the Stag and Doe, the best best best advice I can give you is as follows:
ReplyDelete- the Legion is a great price venue, either in Hamilton or Burlington. Good sized space. Drinks are cheap. You can serve your own food.
- Go to downtown Hamilton, Burlington and Oakville for donations of prizes with a letter stating how you and Brandon love the place etc. I got a LOT of donations from places like Joe Dogs and Fox and the Fiddle because I personalized my request.
- Go to the Duty Free for the big alcohol item for the twonie toss. It will still be about $80 but far less than what you would originally pay for it.
You dresses are lovely!! And I am so excited for you!!! So close :)