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        <pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 03:21:05 +0000</pubDate>
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        <title>Long Hair styles for the wedding!</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418745/long-hair-styles-for-the-wedding</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2009 22:45:16 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>myoctwedding09</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[Since you guys were so helpful with me deciding on the makeup artist, I need help with wedding hair stylist in Sacramento.  1.  I have long straight hair - haif way down from shoulder and waist..not sure if I'm getting the length right. 2.  Decided not to do UP hair styles 3.  Want the hair to stay down, long, curly with the tiarra and veil on the top of the head.  Anyone really good with long hair styles???]]>
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        <title>Wedding Websites</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418729/wedding-websites</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 00:25:12 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>mayzie021</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[I'm confused about these and hoping someone can answer my questions.  I noticed that several of the ladies here have created more than one website for their wedding details.  If all the details are posted on here - don't most of the guests know what to expect before they come to the wedding?   I'm looking at STD's and several request an email address for the website - how do you determine which website you use and how much information you give your wedding guests?  Please help with this confusion...thank you.]]>
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        <title>how did you?</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418741/how-did-you</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2009 13:03:29 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>nutmegmjk</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[How did you find some of your vendors like the make-up artists and hair stylists?&nbsp; The area that we're getting married in is not a big area so there are no helpful websites that I've found and I don't think there's anyone on this board that's nearby (Sonora area).&nbsp; Did you just look in the yellow pages?&nbsp; Any other sources?&nbsp; Thanks.]]>
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        <title>Early gift etiquette...</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418751/early-gift-etiquette</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2009 12:36:59 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>jasmine0108</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[We got our first gift today!! Pretty exciting.A Cuisinart mixer...What is the etiquette when receiving a gift before the wedding? Or wedding day is Oct 3rd. Do we send a thank you now?? Or right after the wedding?(I'm also posting this on the etiquette board) Thanks LADIES! Almost a month away! Holy Moly!!]]>
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        <title>Last chance...</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418753/last-chance</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:18:25 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>aflores4</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[On 7 thank you bags and sign....  Pics below, e-mail me if you are interested: tiggerluv_ttu at yahoo.  [IMG]<a href="http://i26.tinypic.com/mv5fnb.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://i26.tinypic.com/mv5fnb.jpg</a>[/IMG]  [IMG]<a href="http://i28.tinypic.com/kb84d5.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://i28.tinypic.com/kb84d5.jpg</a>[/IMG]  [IMG]<a href="http://i29.tinypic.com/23tmwxk.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://i29.tinypic.com/23tmwxk.jpg</a>[/IMG]]]>
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        <title>Confession Friday</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418746/confession-friday</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2009 07:10:15 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>anglyn</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[I am so glad its friday!]]>
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        <title>East Coast Girl Getting Married in Cali! Help!</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418705/east-coast-girl-getting-married-in-cali-help</link>
        <pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2009 07:20:11 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>Tango19</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[Help is really needed!   I'm from New England but would like to get married in California since I don't have a lot of family and all of my fiance's family lives in and around Hayward.   Can you please recommend a reception and/or ceremony site around there!? I wouldn't want anything further than 1.5 hours away. I'm guessig no more than 80 guests and the cheaper the better. By the way...does that area have a name that would make it easier for me to call it by?   Also, I'm thinking of setting the date in the month of February...what's the whether like over there during that time?]]>
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        <title>Reception Music</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418749/reception-music</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:10:22 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>legaleagles</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[I'm going over the long long list of songs from the DJ and I don't even know where to start. What are some of the must play songs (fast or slow) you are having during your reception? THere are just too many to chose from. ]]>
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        <title>OOT Welcome Bags</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418735/oot-welcome-bags</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 17:07:16 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>MillerGirl26</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[What kind of regional things are you putting in your OOT bags? I'm thinking maybe Napa wine, Ghiradelli chocolate, Sourdough bread? lol. Help please :)]]>
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        <title>36 days</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418744/36-days</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2009 20:34:02 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>Lilleybug</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[EEK!!!]]>
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        <title>Wedding invitation counter/ticker?</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418748/wedding-invitation-counter-ticker</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2009 09:47:52 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>sm23</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[Where do I find one of those? You know, the ones that say in your siggy how many invitations you sent out, how many no's, yes's and unknowns? Thanks!]]>
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        <title>Free things Friday</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418747/free-things-friday</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2009 08:46:43 +0000</pubDate>
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        <dc:creator>*connie*</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[I have a bunch of invite samples from Card Girl, Paper Source, Mercurio Printing, etc. If you're looking for invite design ideas - really, anything paper related - send me your address and I will drop them in the mail to you.&nbsp; There are lots of beautiful invites, response cards, etc. that are great for inspiring your own design.You can email me at keys 2 imagination (at) hotmail dot com - take out the spaces and change (at) to @ and dot to .Good luck with the wedding planning!Connie]]>
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        <title>Ceremony at Lighthouse Point in Santa Cruz</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418692/ceremony-at-lighthouse-point-in-santa-cruz</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2009 14:49:47 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>apple_green</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[Hey ladies,I've been a lurker here for a long time, but now that we're planning more I'm going to try to start participating...For a long time I've wanted to have our ceremony at Lighthouse Point in Santa Cruz (on West Cliff Dr.). The city web site says that a maximum of 50 chairs can be used, but we're probably going to have approx. 65/70 people.I'm wondering if anyone knows just how strict this requirement is? I'm going to call and ask, but I wanted to see if anyone has personal experience. I really doubt that there's going to be a park ranger there counting chairs, right?Any other suggestions of similar ocean view ceremony spots?Thanks so much!]]>
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        <title>Giving Tip to Makeup Artist?</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418740/giving-tip-to-makeup-artist</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:40:50 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>myoctwedding09</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[I just booked a makeup artist for the wedding day.&nbsp; I know I tip at the hair salon but for the makeup artist...not sure...Do I tip after the service, if so what %?&nbsp; Thanks.]]>
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        <title>Sac. brides...bridal makeup help?</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418733/sac-brides-bridal-makeup-help</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:24:55 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>myoctwedding09</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[I have 3 bridal makeup artists to choose from..  1.  Shana Beals   <a href="http://www.makeupandskinbyshana.com" rel="nofollow">www.makeupandskinbyshana.com</a>  2.  Jennifer Gilchrist   <a href="http://www.jennifergilchrist.com" rel="nofollow">www.jennifergilchrist.com</a> 3.  Chiara Bella (Morgan)  <a href="http://www.chiarabella.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.chiarabella.com</a>  Any suggestions?  Thanks everyone!]]>
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        <title>FS: BNWT Victorias Bridal wedding dress</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418742/fs-bnwt-victorias-bridal-wedding-dress</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2009 16:33:46 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>jess727</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[Hi ladies, I am among the many brides who bought their dress early and then changed her mind.&nbsp; I have an extra dress, and it could be what you are looking for! &nbsp;Victoria's Bridal Style 2616ST Brand new never worn or altered.&nbsp;  Dress Size 4, Pictures and more info in Bio under FOR SALE. &nbsp;If interested (open to negotiating), email me at jess727 at gmail dot com Thanks for looking!PS. I'm in Elk Grove...]]>
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        <title>Travel Agent</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418734/travel-agent</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 14:00:08 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>Milliechel67</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[Does anyone have&nbsp;a travel agent&nbsp;they'd recommend?&nbsp; Thanks!]]>
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        <title>DIY design help</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418725/diy-design-help</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:38:27 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>**Mutley**</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[I think I am on DIY overload.&nbsp; We are having long banquet tables.&nbsp; There will be 4 flower centerpieces alternating with red lanterns.&nbsp; Each table is going to have a song that signals when they go to the buffet.&nbsp; This is a sample.&nbsp; That the runner fabric below it.&nbsp; [IMG]<a href="http://i30.tinypic.com/2llk8zt.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://i30.tinypic.com/2llk8zt.jpg</a>[/IMG]Do you think it needs to be backed by some color?&nbsp; ]]>
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        <title>NWR: Job Sites?</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418730/nwr-job-sites</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 00:38:31 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>nilaniluv</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[I am currently looking for a job and I have been scouring craigslist and sending out my resume to multiple postings.  Are there any sites that you would recommend or have used in the past that were particularly useful for the bay area? Anything that you feel helped you land your job in the tough economy? I feel like all of these sites are just full of spam and its starting to get frustrating.   If it's helpful...I am specifically looking into Education or just a basic office job I really don't care what the pay is either.   I hope this doesn't go against the rules, I just really need some more places to look and you gals seem to help me with everything! if it does goes against the rules then I apologize and you can delete it at any time.   Thanks!]]>
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        <title>Getting stressed..no No&#39;s yet</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418693/getting-stressed-no-nos-yet</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2009 16:55:05 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>hmschults</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[Well I guess its official..me and FI had our first fight about the wedding, number of people coming and money. I am wondering do the people not coming usually wait longer to send in the RSVP's? so far all yes's but we have not even gotten half back yet...Thanks!!]]>
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        <title>Negotiate Site Fee for Wineries?</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418708/negotiate-site-fee-for-wineries</link>
        <pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2009 06:15:04 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>lachinita07</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[Hi everyone!   I am probably going to get married in Sonoma Valley, California, and I was wondering how appropriate or inappropriate it was to try to negotiate the site fee?   Thanks!]]>
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        <title>Sunscreen...</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418726/sunscreen</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:48:33 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>aflores4</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[What do you use??  We are going to Hawaii soon, and everytime I go to the store I get overwhelmed with the choices.  Any reccommendations??  Thanks ladies!!]]>
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        <title>BYO alcohol venues??</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418732/byo-alcohol-venues</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 11:26:40 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>jackelbride</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[I'm still helping my friend located venues! Please recommend the BYO alcohol venues that you know about... any where in Northern California &amp; Tahoe.Liquor cost tends to blow small budgets!]]>
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        <title>Entrance Songs</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418644/entrance-songs</link>
        <pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2009 17:23:20 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>jackelbride</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[FI (drunk) started crying on the way home last night while listening to &quot;Book of Love&quot; by Peter Gabriel... so now that's our BM processional song.Now I'm stuck on our reception entrance song. What are you using? What did you consider using?]]>
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        <title>Good Things Wednesday</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418731/good-things-wednesday</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 07:43:41 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>anglyn</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[What good things are going on in your lives?]]>
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        <title>Dropping a Bridesmaid?</title>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2009 22:51:28 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>knina</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[Well in my case 2. I have two cousins that I asked to be in our wedding in Feb of 2007 right after we had got engaged. I only asked them because I had no other females that I was close to at the time and at one point in my life I was close to each of my cousins. So now that its getting closer to the wedding I relize that I don't ever talk to either of them other than maybe once a year and maybe an occasional text message. I have females that I'm closer to now that I would rather in the wedding. I don't want people I never talk to in the wedding! Also I went camping in june with family and one of them was there, total disaster! FI and I can't even stand her, if she wasn't family I would never talk to her again! Anyways, what do I do, how do I say it, or e-mail it ect? I need your help ladies.]]>
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        <title>Sogno and Frasinetti</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418727/sogno-and-frasinetti</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2009 21:49:54 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>MissKitty0220</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[Hi everyone. I'm pretty new to the knot and wedding planning. We don't really have a date right now but I kind of wanted to start looking at stuff to see what we're up against as far as cost.Has anyone seen or know anything about these two wineries? Any suggestions for other wineries? Thanks!]]>
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        <title>Menus?</title>
        <link>https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/418719/menus</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2009 10:53:11 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>Yellen</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[Hi Ladies,I am less than 2 weeks from my wedding and I have programs and placecards completed.&nbsp; I may have some time to do menus.&nbsp; Did you do them?&nbsp; Is it worth the effort?&nbsp; At this point, I could go either way!]]>
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        <title>I feel like....</title>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:44:18 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>mmort06</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[everyone is getting married so soon but me! Im going to be&nbsp;lonely when you guys are all over at the nest!]]>
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        <title>NEED HELP with wedding venue</title>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:10:30 +0000</pubDate>
        <category>California-Northern</category>
        <dc:creator>angelawu</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[This might not be that relevant since most people here are not married yet... but just in case, if you are someone who got married at the Berkeley Rose Garden, or know someone who did, PLEASE contact me! My wedding is in May 2010, and I am set on having my wedding there, for sentimental reasons, but I can't figure out how the logistics are gonna work - there's no bridal suite, everything is open, so the entrance of the wedding party, etc will have to be figured out creatively... I would really love advice on how it's been done before! Thanks so much, my email is angelawu1@gmail.com. ]]>
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