Brett and I wrote our ceremony from start to finish. We had many long and meaningful conversations about marriage, love, and our future. Finally, with less than a week left, we completed the ceremony for Miss. Whitney to read. A few late nights for the 3 of us to read through and edit (first read through took us 1.5 hours!), after all was done, the hard work paid off!
Yes, Brett and I saw each other for the first time on our wedding day on a stair case leading down to Post Ally. There were torn posters behind us—very Urban and fun! (more…)
Today, I woke up in Hotel Andra’s King size bed next to my sister and Matron of Honor Renee. I was lucky enough to be joined by my bridesmaids Heather and Gloria, and we chatted and lounged for about an hour. I felt so lucky to start my day surrounded by these 3 fantastic ladies!
Today my sister Renee gave me a nice grey box with a light pink bow. Inside was the cutest dress for my rehearsal!!! Not only do I love it, but I can check that task off my list. Renee rocks! Yep, she loves me!
We’re ready to learn “The art of the Strip Tease” at DanceWorks Studio
Today we got the video back from the bachelorette “strip tease” class. It was really great, and I sent it out to all the ladies who attended along with my sister-in-law Debi and my Sister Darlene. And no… you men out there don’t get a copy, so don’t email me asking! 🙂
A special thank you to all the lovely ladies who were able to celebrate with me this weekend at the shower and bachelorette parties. I had a fantastic time! All of your friendship, love and support means the world to me!
I look forward to sharing our wedding day with you all in 39 (!!) days!
As many of you know, this Friday, my lovely Matron of Honor and Bridesmaids hosted a Bridal Shower for me!
It all started at 6:30 May 25th where I was welcomed many of my fabulous friends and family. Renee’s house was cozy and festive, and the display of Asian inspired dishes was adorable. Sushi, herbed chicken, salad with mandarin oranges, and Asian pear slaw were just a few of the dishes that delighted the tummies of all the ladies there! Debi and Rachael ventured into sushi, and thought it wasn’t half bad. Rylie and Ashlyn still are pondering it I think!
Lemon Drops and Sake were the drinks of choice. We had to have the neighbor do a “lemon” run because they were so popular!
Ashlyn & Jen are “official judges”
Games included the group splitting into two and designing fashionable wedding dress attire for the girls out of toilet paper. Ashlyn and I got to be the Judges… too tough to choose!
Bling Bling Baby!!
Rylies dress was romantic and full of toliet paper rosettes. She was patient and very excited about her “bling”. After she was so generous to share her bling with me. I wore it on my pinky finger for the rest of the evening!
Whitney & Ashlyn catch the bouquets
Of course, you can’t have a pretend wedding without a bouquet toss! Rylie and Tyler stood at the top of the stairs and threw their bouquets down. Whitney and Ashlyn were the lucky winners!
Also, a Mad Libs story was made about our engagement story. Once my Mom and Samia got together… they made quite a team! Impossible to beat not only their selection of words, but Samia put all her heart and drama into reading the story! Their prize to take home was a cute chopstick box and a Starbucks gift card!
Aren’t these beautiful?
Heather’s mom Faye made little slices of chocolate heaven. They were simply delicious and quite a beautiful creation!
I was fortunate enough to get plenty of lovely gifts. The packaging was all in pinks and oranges! These ladies know how much I love attention to detail! Just looking at all the lovely tissue paper and cards—made my day! Many were packed full of heartfelt messages, which I’ve been pulling out to read over and over again!
The gift goodies included sexy and romantic lingerie, serving platters, my SHUN Knife, lip gloss goodies, crystal candle holders, a digital photo frame preloaded with photos of Brett and I, a cake plate with a “shoe” server, table runner, and cash/gift cards. What a fun variety of things to play with!
Thank you to all the wonderful ladies who shared the evening with me. I couldn’t have asked for better friendships and family. I love you all!
