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Random Thoughts of the Day- ummmmm yeah...

so is it actually the week of my wedding?  It seems so surreal!!  This is going to be a complete stream-of-consciousness post, so sorry in advance if it doesn't make sense.  LOL!  And I may need to do this daily leading up to the wedding just to get it all out of me! 

I have been going over a wedding checklist from bridalguide.com, and I found a few things I forgot to do (so I handled them this weekend!).  I posted them below, just in case it helps anyone who is concentrating on their final details - SPECIAL shout out to the JUNE 25th BRIDES!!  :)

- arrange for transportation to/from airport for honeymoon (I just booked an airport shuttle for us on Saturday)
- schedule return of groom's tux (we went to tux place yesterday and confirmed)
- give final headcount to the caterer (doing that TODAY)
- start packing for honeymoon (I started a little bit, but did a lot more this weekend)
- confirm hairstylist schedule (mine is flying in from ATL, so I confirmed everything with her yesterday)

Ladies, I CANNOT BELIEVE it's almost here!  When I think about how helpful, welcoming, fun, exciting, and important this board has been for me I just start tearing up!  Cry 

FI and I moved about 85% of my stuff into his place on Saturday, so I'm sitting in my apartment looking at the bare walls and empty rooms.  FI surprised me and gave me the ENTIRE master bedroom closet (we were supposed to split it 50/50) so I now have a huge walk-in closet to myself!  He is a great man! 

Family/friends are calling all the time now and I have people starting to come into town on Wednesday night. 

My VP called me on Friday and said he wants to pay for our family/friends and us to go out to dinner sometime this weekend (up to 20 people) and he will PAY FOR IT.  Yay!!!  God is good!

FI and I prayed together this morning and asked God to continue to align our hearts and minds as we enter into this most important week.  We asked for traveling mercies for our friends/families and the strength to hold fast to what we know is right since there will be so many outside influences in town.  Not saying any of our friends/family are bad people or have bad intentions, but we are very focused on putting God first and don't want to get pulled off track or distracted when friends from "back in the day" are in town. 

We met with our wedding coordinator yesterday and gave her the last of the stuff she is bringing to the wedding/rehearsal for us.  She is so AWESOME!  We didn't even have to ask her anything, she just basically broke it all down and told us everything she has done already and she has it completely under control.  She is supposed to be just a day-of coordinator but she has been working on our behalf for months now, so she will be getting a great tip!!

I went to the nail salon my mom and I have an appointment at to view their Bio Sculpture nail poish colors (I'm getting the no-chip nails) and I found one I will love for the wedding - it's called Pink Foundation and it's a pretty, sheer pink. 

OK I think those are all of my random thoughts for now....I may need to come spill more later - LOL! 
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Re: Random Thoughts of the Day- ummmmm yeah...

  • msapril0730msapril0730 member
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    edited December 2011
    Can't believe your ticker says 5 days! I pray your week goes as smooth as possible! I'm so excited for all the 6/25 ladies!!
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  • cincy2011cincy2011 member
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    edited December 2011
    Thanks Ms April!  Yeah the ticker really shocked me today too!  :)  Thanks for your prayers!
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  • tyboydtyboyd member
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    edited December 2011
    YAY CINCY!!! I'm SOOOOO happy for you and D!

    IDK if you've done this, but these are some things that I forgot to do or whatever:

    - Make sure SOMEONE knows how to bustle the dress if it has a bustle
    - Make sure the DJ has the names of the WP and announces them or someone in place to do that
    - We had a salad bar... make sure that the butter for the bread is NOT on the salad bar table... because the bread WON'T be on the salad bar table! lol
    - Make sure the salt and pepper will ALREADY be on the tables and not brought out AFTER the food
    - Make sure your hostesses/ushers know EXACTLY what you need for them to do, regarding the escort cards and guest control
  • FabbiegirlFabbiegirl member
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    edited December 2011
    Girl, enjoy this time and this feeling.  I love to read things like this.  Congrats to you.
  • edited December 2011
    OMG -

    Cincy this is crazy.com that you have 5 days left. It seems as though you have everything aligned pretty well and that's fabulous!

    Everything is going to work out in God's favor girl!

    You have to send us pics or at least tell your photographer to post a blog ASAP so we can all stalk it

    lolol

    xoxoxo

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  • edited December 2011
    Congrats and good luck this week!  Enjoy every moment!
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  • edited December 2011
    Congrats again girl!  Love, Love, Love that you are so focused on the MARRIAGE!  Continue to keep God first and you can't go wrong.  So happy and excited for you.  Can't wait for the pics and recap!
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  • edited December 2011
    So excited for you.  The most important thing is to remember to just relax and ENJOY your day.  Your getting married girl!!!! woot woot!
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  • DancerppfDancerppf member
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    edited December 2011
    I'm taking notes. Great advice Tyboyd!

    I pray you have the least amount of stress possible!
  • cincy2011cincy2011 member
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/cultural-wedding-boards_african-american-weddings_random-thoughts-of-day-ummmmm-yeah?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Cultural Wedding BoardsForum:400Discussion:57741c0b-ccaa-4f79-b0db-55c1f7825039Post:43ca06f2-8737-47ca-a934-8c7afeee4a6e">Re: Random Thoughts of the Day- ummmmm yeah...</a>:
    [QUOTE]YAY CINCY!!! I'm SOOOOO happy for you and D! IDK if you've done this, but these are some things that I forgot to do or whatever: - Make sure SOMEONE knows how to bustle the dress if it has a bustle - Make sure the DJ has the names of the WP and announces them or someone in place to do that - We had a salad bar... make sure that the butter for the bread is NOT on the salad bar table... because the bread WON'T be on the salad bar table! lol - Make sure the salt and pepper will ALREADY be on the tables and not brought out AFTER the food - Make sure your hostesses/ushers know EXACTLY what you need for them to do, regarding the escort cards and guest control
    Posted by tyboyd[/QUOTE]

    Thanks Ty!  Your list is great!  FI just sent out the email to the hostesses and ushers last time telling them what to do, so that's one checked off!  :)
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  • cincy2011cincy2011 member
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/cultural-wedding-boards_african-american-weddings_random-thoughts-of-day-ummmmm-yeah?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Cultural Wedding BoardsForum:400Discussion:57741c0b-ccaa-4f79-b0db-55c1f7825039Post:277903b2-607a-418a-b4a9-dd5fec39a2c9">Re: Random Thoughts of the Day- ummmmm yeah...</a>:
    [QUOTE]Girl, enjoy this time and this feeling.  I love to read things like this.  Congrats to you.
    Posted by Fabbiegirl[/QUOTE]

    Thanks girl!!  :)  I am truly trying to enjoy it and not allow myself to get stressed out!
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  • cincy2011cincy2011 member
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/cultural-wedding-boards_african-american-weddings_random-thoughts-of-day-ummmmm-yeah?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Cultural Wedding BoardsForum:400Discussion:57741c0b-ccaa-4f79-b0db-55c1f7825039Post:02dabc4b-2cba-4f7f-ae2f-3473de4213eb">Re: Random Thoughts of the Day- ummmmm yeah...</a>:
    [QUOTE]OMG - Cincy this is crazy.com that you have 5 days left. It seems as though you have everything aligned pretty well and that's fabulous! Everything is going to work out in God's favor girl! You have to send us pics or at least tell your photographer to post a blog ASAP so we can all stalk it lolol xoxoxo
    Posted by A&M_Abyss[/QUOTE]

    A&M!  I know, it is too crazy that I'm down the wire.  Everything is coming together (even though it's raining now and it's supposed to rain all week <img src="http://cdn.cl9.vanillaforums.com/downloaded/ver1.0/content/scripts/tinymce/plugins/emotions/images/smiley-frown.gif" border="0" alt="Frown" title="Frown" />) but I can't worry about that - like you said, HE has control and it will work out as it's supposed to!!

    I will definitely post pics for you all!  Thanks for all of the sharing you do on this site, you gave me more inspiration/ideas than I can count! 
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  • cincy2011cincy2011 member
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    edited December 2011
    THANKS to all you ladies for your congrats and prayers - this is such a huge deal for me, and like a PP said - it's about the MARRIAGE, even though the wedding will be fun and incredible and all of that good stuff. 

    I am definitely trying to keep in mind what the true meaning of June 25th is, and that is to fulfill God's will for both me and FI's lives. 
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  • edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/cultural-wedding-boards_african-american-weddings_random-thoughts-of-day-ummmmm-yeah?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Cultural%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:400Discussion:57741c0b-ccaa-4f79-b0db-55c1f7825039Post:6087d564-f1df-480c-889a-28d8e63c338d">Random Thoughts of the Day- ummmmm yeah...</a>:
    [QUOTE]FI and I prayed together this morning and asked God to continue to align our hearts and minds 
    Posted by cincy2011[/QUOTE]
    THIS HERE GAVE ME CHILLS.<div>
    </div><div>I'm happy for you chica!!!!!</div>
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  • TNMurrayTNMurray member
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    edited December 2011
    I remember when I used to think your wedding was waaay before mine, one day I looked at your ticker  and was getting a little nervous because your wedding was fast approaching and then I looked at my ticker and was like "Oh sh*t our weddings are only a week apart"
  • edited December 2011
    Awwww Cincy! I'm SOOO Incredibly Happy for you! You make me want to make you my "virtual" "Love Mentor"...

    http://www.essence.com/2011/06/15/8-things-you-can-do-today-to-find-mr-right-paul-carrick-brunson-relationship-advice#get_a_love_mentor
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  • edited December 2011
    Cant wait til I get to this point! Cincy, im very happy for you! Take it all in and savor these next few days before and during the wedding!  Love to hear of a God fearing couple! Best wishes:)
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  • edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/cultural-wedding-boards_african-american-weddings_random-thoughts-of-day-ummmmm-yeah?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Cultural Wedding BoardsForum:400Discussion:57741c0b-ccaa-4f79-b0db-55c1f7825039Post:e15ce359-cb66-48a9-a4b3-adef28db2904">Re: Random Thoughts of the Day- ummmmm yeah...</a>:
    [QUOTE]Cant wait til I get to this point! Cincy, im very happy for you! Take it all in and savor these next few days before and during the wedding!  <strong>Love to hear of a God fearing couple! Best wishes:)
    </strong>Posted by japonica334[/QUOTE]
    This! Congrats and I pray all the best on you and your FI during your wedding and the marriage after, Lord I'm tearing up. I love this. SO glad that I came on this board and got to know you ladies and that YOU'RE GETTING MARRIED LOL. YAY! Have a blast!!!
  • hatroopeshatroopes member
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    edited December 2011
    Congrats on all the checks! Can't wait for your recap and pics :)
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  • BrideBling82BrideBling82 member
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    edited December 2011
    I hope I'm as grounded as you when I make it to this point. I already feel the stress and I'm weeks away. So glad you posted this....Marriage is a lifetime and the Wedding is just one day. I wish you a relaxing week and a beautiful wedding. Like all the ladies said...please post pictures :)
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  • edited December 2011
    YAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Date Twin!!! I so can't believe that it is our wedding week! Thanks so much for the random thoughts and the list of things to remember that may be last min! Praying that all of our unions are blessed and happy!!
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  • edited December 2011
    Cincy, you ROCK, girl. Your FI too. I have always admired your relationship based on the snippets you've shared with me. I am ecstatic and will be praying right along with you. I know your wedding will be amazing, second only to this amazingly anointed union that God is blessing you with on Saturday!
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  • edited December 2011
    Cincy, Girl I feel the excitement boiling over here....I'm sooooo happy for you and your FI. I just "LOVE, LOVE, LOVE" from day one how you'll focused on the marriage and I know God is going to bless you'll union. Have a "FABULOUS" time and enjoy the moment!!!
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