I cant believe today has come. Four and half years of being with Mitch and finally I am just a few days away from calling him my husband. (Beware this may get long, I am on percocet for my emergency root canal yesterday so I am a little wooozy!)
It hasnt always been easy (we were together 6 months when my mom died and I didnt stop crying for weeks, I moved in to his apartment while he was OOT not giving him a single warning just him getting home and me being like "HI I moved in", to his career and constant traveling.) Thru it all we have both remained fiercly committed, honest, and strong.
When we got engaged 18 months ago, I thought I had all the time in the world. Luckily, I instantly took to wedding planning and got right on it. People were critical with how far in advance I did things but these last couple weeks, I am glad I did. I have been so calm and relaxed. I have been able to do things as they come up since I dont have anything else going on. (Like the root canal yesterday, trying to move the RD up a little bit since its getting darker, earlier, working on my sisters schedule to get our nails done.)
I joined the TK to ask a simple question...before I knew it, I was hooked. You ladies (past and present) have been an incredible resource for help, laughs, and good times together.
Mitch was gone for the last 6 months of wedding planning. It made things very difficult but we are stronger than ever. His career will keep him gone atleast 6 months every year! Treasure your times with FI. It sucks when he is gone!!
If I can give some advice to ladies just starting the planning process...do everything early when you can! Our venue was booked over a year and every other major vendor was booked a year out. You can secure better rates and have a better group to pick from. Take your time, interview a lot of different vendors. I didnt do this and I picked 3 photogs that I wound up not using. We lost a lot of money that would come in handy now. All in all, I am happy with my vendors now and cant wait to see what they all do. Ladies, this day is about you and your fi. Do not get away from that! You are going to have people pulling you in 85 directions. Do what makes you 2 happy. In the end thats all that reallly matters.
Just a few shot outs:
Gabi- I wish you all the best on Saturday. You are by far the sweetest person I have ever met. I am so happy for you and Danny and i cant wait to see how it all comes together.
Lynette- Thank you for everything! It meant the world to me that you helped me with my dress. I am so happy that you are going to share my day with me!
Dee- I remember when you first joined this board...I was excited that our dates were the same, our venues were right across the street. I know your day will be amazing and I cant wait to see it all come together.
Natalie- I cant even begin to tell you how big of a help you have been! You have saved me from freaking out about the day of. Your help is invaluable. You are such an awesome person for offering to help and putting up with my ADD! Love you!
Jenifer- I wish we wouldve met sooner when I was in PSL! Who knows, I may be back there sooner rather than later. Your wedding was amazing and I couldnt be happier for you!
To the rest of you: Im sorry I cant remember all your names right now (percocet remember!?!?!?) everyone on here has been so helpful. Use this board as a resource but stay away from DRAMA! If another board attacks over here, let them be. Obviously they have too much time on their hands! You are here to plan a wedding!!
10-10-10 weekend ladies- Danielle, Gabi, Janet, Jen, Shannon, and Lisa- May all of your days be amazing! I cant wait to see pics from each and everyone of you! We finally made it so enjoy!
To my married knotties: Jen, Danielle, Jaime, Court, Adri, Lacey, Christina--Your support, advice and insight has helped me immensly! I hope you all are enjoying married life and I cant wait to join you on the other side!!!
I am still not sure what the emergency fund at the end is but I will be sure to let you know if I figure it out! OK I think thats it....time to go back to sleep and enjoy my last day of freedom! I love all of you ladies and I will see you on the flip side!!