50 days until the wedding....
It's been super rainy here and we are sick of it! Cold and rainy makes it hard to get up in the morning!
Everything is going great with us! It's been 2 weeks since I posted, and still nothing much has changed!
RSVPs are slowing down-so send them in!!! Also-the wedding block prices will end May 17th-so get your room ASAP if you want one.
We have our appointment with the pastor in 2 weeks and that will help us finalize plans such as what the day of the wedding will look like and allow us to work on our programs.
We are working on the loose ends now: paying off all the vendors (only the flowers left!) buying ceremony decor, and gifts for attendants.
Blake's side of the family is having a shower a week from Saturday. We are super excited to spend time with them and celebrate :)
My work is throwing me a shower next Wednesday which will be a lot of fun as well!
Sorry for the boring posts-just not too much going on right now!
**Meagan**
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Bridal Shower Weekend :)
64 days to go....
I can't believe that my bridal shower has come and gone. It was the most beautiful day and celebration I could have ever asked for. It was such a special time to see my friends and family. Even my sister flew up :) Pictures to come soon!
I wish I had lots to update but it's been a slower time the last few weeks. RSVPs are coming in so we have been working on those! Also, we are working on putting away the wonderful gifts we received. Which, of course, entails thank you cards! Which is where we have been working hard!
All but one bridesmaids dress is in, so a trip to Lake Geneva to pick them up with be happening soon.
Sorry for the boring, nothing super new post! Lots should be picking up soon. Please be praying for my Uncle-he has been on and off life support.
Yay for Friday tomorrow!
**Meagan**
I can't believe that my bridal shower has come and gone. It was the most beautiful day and celebration I could have ever asked for. It was such a special time to see my friends and family. Even my sister flew up :) Pictures to come soon!
I wish I had lots to update but it's been a slower time the last few weeks. RSVPs are coming in so we have been working on those! Also, we are working on putting away the wonderful gifts we received. Which, of course, entails thank you cards! Which is where we have been working hard!
All but one bridesmaids dress is in, so a trip to Lake Geneva to pick them up with be happening soon.
Sorry for the boring, nothing super new post! Lots should be picking up soon. Please be praying for my Uncle-he has been on and off life support.
Yay for Friday tomorrow!
**Meagan**
Saturday, April 2, 2011
My dreams have turned to good!
76 days left!!!!!
For the last year, I've had terrible wedding dreams: my stepdad pushing me down the aisle, me wearing blue jeans, forgetting to do my hair and make-up. One after another...but last night it was a GREAT dream. Everything turned out great :) So glad I got to wake up that way!
Dinner has been picked. It will remain a surprise :) It won't be anything wedding cliche- no chicken marsala or cream of mushroom soup!
The next step is the cake. We know the flavor and what we want, we just have to pick the design- super easy right? NOT! I was all ready on Wednesday to pick one out of a book but the options were endless!
One more week until my first shower, I can hardly believe it. We are excited to celebrate with our friends and family. My sister is even flying in!
Blake has been busy working and shopping for ceremony decorations. We have to meet with our insurance guy and sign those papers. And picking out bridesmaid shoes NEEDS to get done, who knew it would be so hard!
Unfortunately, my weekend has been hit by a cold. I'm going to balance some rest into my weekend so I can get better for my shower next week. Wedding stuff might slow down the next week, Blake will be helping me out a little today :)
Have a GREAT weekend!
**Meagan**
For the last year, I've had terrible wedding dreams: my stepdad pushing me down the aisle, me wearing blue jeans, forgetting to do my hair and make-up. One after another...but last night it was a GREAT dream. Everything turned out great :) So glad I got to wake up that way!
Dinner has been picked. It will remain a surprise :) It won't be anything wedding cliche- no chicken marsala or cream of mushroom soup!
The next step is the cake. We know the flavor and what we want, we just have to pick the design- super easy right? NOT! I was all ready on Wednesday to pick one out of a book but the options were endless!
One more week until my first shower, I can hardly believe it. We are excited to celebrate with our friends and family. My sister is even flying in!
Blake has been busy working and shopping for ceremony decorations. We have to meet with our insurance guy and sign those papers. And picking out bridesmaid shoes NEEDS to get done, who knew it would be so hard!
Unfortunately, my weekend has been hit by a cold. I'm going to balance some rest into my weekend so I can get better for my shower next week. Wedding stuff might slow down the next week, Blake will be helping me out a little today :)
Have a GREAT weekend!
**Meagan**
Saturday, March 26, 2011
Week Long Summary....
83 Days.....
So the 3rd dress fitting has come and gone. It's fitting every day a little better-not sure if it's my talented seamstress or my 5K training. I will give both credit :) Next visit: April 16th. That should be it before the final!!!!
The tasting was fun-lots of good food. For everyone that knows Blake and I will expect dinner to be...chicken! We love chicken and neither of us eats Steak...so it was an easy choice. We will be pondering it a week and having a final decision SOON!
Invites = DONE. I just finished up the finishing touches and now contemplating a nap. The details jobs are tiresome!
Wedding stuff will be put on hold for the weekend: lesson planning and grading will take over. Hoping to get a fast 2.5 mile run in a couple of more times before the week sneaks up on us. The "ex-tree" room is painted! The bed is back in, now for a little more furniture moving and it will be where we hoped it would be! My mom will be glad to get her stool back :)
Still working on a song list and life insurance. Two weeks from today is Shower #1 and I bought a cute dress yesterday!
Here's to a great weekend!
**Meagan**
So the 3rd dress fitting has come and gone. It's fitting every day a little better-not sure if it's my talented seamstress or my 5K training. I will give both credit :) Next visit: April 16th. That should be it before the final!!!!
The tasting was fun-lots of good food. For everyone that knows Blake and I will expect dinner to be...chicken! We love chicken and neither of us eats Steak...so it was an easy choice. We will be pondering it a week and having a final decision SOON!
Invites = DONE. I just finished up the finishing touches and now contemplating a nap. The details jobs are tiresome!
Wedding stuff will be put on hold for the weekend: lesson planning and grading will take over. Hoping to get a fast 2.5 mile run in a couple of more times before the week sneaks up on us. The "ex-tree" room is painted! The bed is back in, now for a little more furniture moving and it will be where we hoped it would be! My mom will be glad to get her stool back :)
Still working on a song list and life insurance. Two weeks from today is Shower #1 and I bought a cute dress yesterday!
Here's to a great weekend!
**Meagan**
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Checking off the list!
86 Days and Counting....
A mid-week update!
We bought stamps and that was a little hectic-We needed 28 cent stamps for the RSVP cards and they only print polar bears! Oh well :)
Tuxedos are ready to go! We went with Jos A Bank- Men's Wearhouse was a nightmare and I would never recommend going there!
Invites are being done today! We are so excited :)
**Meagan**
A mid-week update!
We bought stamps and that was a little hectic-We needed 28 cent stamps for the RSVP cards and they only print polar bears! Oh well :)
Tuxedos are ready to go! We went with Jos A Bank- Men's Wearhouse was a nightmare and I would never recommend going there!
Invites are being done today! We are so excited :)
**Meagan**
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Saturday, March 19, 2011
Day 1 of Spring Break
Day 1 of spring break....90 days until the wedding...starting to feel the crunch time coming!
Nothing incredibly new this past week. This week we have a lot to look ahead to!
Today, we bought new bedroom furniture. I love it! Here is a link to check it out!
http://bigfurniturewebsite.com/item.aspx?itemid=-467968677&itemnum=B130Q
Blake also primed the "tree room" and it is already 100x brighter. I will post a picture soon. The next step it painting! After the room is put back together, and the bedroom furniture is delievered, we will have accomplished everything we wanted to in the first year of being home owners! It will be ready for us to start our life together!
Monday: I'm going to buy stamps for the invites to get those ready to be sent out!
Tuesday: We have an appointment at Men's Wearhouse to get the ball rolling with men's wear.
Wednesday: I'm hoping to have all the invitiations together to send to all our guests!
Friday: I have my THIRD dress fitting-I know many of you are wondering why so many fittings. Well, it is VERY detailed and we have done it step by step. Right now it is being dropped a 1/2 inch more, and she is hemming the satin. On Friday, we will see how that fits, then hem the lace and fix the sleeves if needed!
Saturday: We are tasting the food options at The Concorde and picking our meal. We are looking forward to this!
In the meantime, I'm still hunting accessories for the bridesmaids and myself. We've been working on life insurance which is crazy! And we are starting to put a song list together-any suggestions?
Tomorrow is a HIGE rivarly game for Blake and I- U of A and UT. Hook 'Em Horns :)
**Meagan**
Nothing incredibly new this past week. This week we have a lot to look ahead to!
Today, we bought new bedroom furniture. I love it! Here is a link to check it out!
http://bigfurniturewebsite.com/item.aspx?itemid=-467968677&itemnum=B130Q
Blake also primed the "tree room" and it is already 100x brighter. I will post a picture soon. The next step it painting! After the room is put back together, and the bedroom furniture is delievered, we will have accomplished everything we wanted to in the first year of being home owners! It will be ready for us to start our life together!
Monday: I'm going to buy stamps for the invites to get those ready to be sent out!
Tuesday: We have an appointment at Men's Wearhouse to get the ball rolling with men's wear.
Wednesday: I'm hoping to have all the invitiations together to send to all our guests!
Friday: I have my THIRD dress fitting-I know many of you are wondering why so many fittings. Well, it is VERY detailed and we have done it step by step. Right now it is being dropped a 1/2 inch more, and she is hemming the satin. On Friday, we will see how that fits, then hem the lace and fix the sleeves if needed!
Saturday: We are tasting the food options at The Concorde and picking our meal. We are looking forward to this!
In the meantime, I'm still hunting accessories for the bridesmaids and myself. We've been working on life insurance which is crazy! And we are starting to put a song list together-any suggestions?
Tomorrow is a HIGE rivarly game for Blake and I- U of A and UT. Hook 'Em Horns :)
**Meagan**
Sunday, March 13, 2011
Trying to stay updated!
96 days YAY!
2nd dress fitting = success! The dress is fitting better already (no more itchy armpits!) I go back again in two weeks. Then the satin will have been hemmed. The next step will be hemming the lace! I can't wait for the satin to be hemmed because it is a super heavy dress and that will lighten it up!
We are working on painting our guest bedroom known as the "tree room" because of the big tree mural around the entire room. It's a very dark color so we are lightening it up with a more neutral "sandy" color. It is blue taped and ready to go. It will be Blake's project for the week!
One more week until spring break for me. Then I will be busting out all the invites for the wedding to be ready to be mailed! Hopefully by then the "tree room" will be ready to be put together and I can spend some time in the townhouse getting it geared up for life together!
Hope you had a great weekend and weren't struggling with the 1 less hour like me!
Make sure to read the next post down about the hotel!!
**Meagan**
2nd dress fitting = success! The dress is fitting better already (no more itchy armpits!) I go back again in two weeks. Then the satin will have been hemmed. The next step will be hemming the lace! I can't wait for the satin to be hemmed because it is a super heavy dress and that will lighten it up!
We are working on painting our guest bedroom known as the "tree room" because of the big tree mural around the entire room. It's a very dark color so we are lightening it up with a more neutral "sandy" color. It is blue taped and ready to go. It will be Blake's project for the week!
One more week until spring break for me. Then I will be busting out all the invites for the wedding to be ready to be mailed! Hopefully by then the "tree room" will be ready to be put together and I can spend some time in the townhouse getting it geared up for life together!
Hope you had a great weekend and weren't struggling with the 1 less hour like me!
Make sure to read the next post down about the hotel!!
**Meagan**
Friday, March 11, 2011
Book Your Room!!
http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/groups/personalized/C/CHIDPHX-FDW-20110617/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG
Alright everyone. In an attempt to make it easier to book your hotel room, here is our personalized web page for our hotel. There is TONS to do right there including an outdoor mall, bowling, golf, plethora of restaurants (including Chipotle), and much more. Plus its right down the road from the wedding and reception. You MUST BOOK BY MAY 18TH! Feel free to ask us or the contact on the website any questions you have. Thanks... http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/groups/personalized/C/CHIDPHX-FDW-20110617/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG
http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/groups/personalized/C/CHIDPHX-FDW-20110617/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG
Perhaps one more link just to be safe? http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/groups/personalized/C/CHIDPHX-FDW-20110617/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG
Seriously... book it now so you aren't scrambling for a place to stay at the last minute. And you can always cancel the room with no fee.
Alright everyone. In an attempt to make it easier to book your hotel room, here is our personalized web page for our hotel. There is TONS to do right there including an outdoor mall, bowling, golf, plethora of restaurants (including Chipotle), and much more. Plus its right down the road from the wedding and reception. You MUST BOOK BY MAY 18TH! Feel free to ask us or the contact on the website any questions you have. Thanks... http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/groups/personalized/C/CHIDPHX-FDW-20110617/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG
http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/groups/personalized/C/CHIDPHX-FDW-20110617/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG
Perhaps one more link just to be safe? http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/groups/personalized/C/CHIDPHX-FDW-20110617/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG
Seriously... book it now so you aren't scrambling for a place to stay at the last minute. And you can always cancel the room with no fee.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Last day in triple digits!
Today is day 100 until the wedding...tomorrow will be 99 :)
Loved getting messages from people who received the invites for shower #1.
Next dress fitting on Saturday already...then maybe a wedding free weekend and lots of painting instead!
**Meagan**
Loved getting messages from people who received the invites for shower #1.
Next dress fitting on Saturday already...then maybe a wedding free weekend and lots of painting instead!
**Meagan**
Saturday, March 5, 2011
An eventful weekend!
104 days to go.....It will be weird when it hits the double digits!
Unexpectantly, I bought a vail! I LOVE it :) It wasn't part of the agenda, but I'm working on not being so structured ha!
I also survived my first dress fitting! What was too tight last time was too big this time-apparently my gym membership is working! I have to go back next week because it has to be dropped (it was scratching my armpits-ouch!) So once it is dropped, the length will change, so they will hem it then.
We picked up our invitations and I really love them! I want to send them out already! However, we are working on sending out our first shower invitations. They are beautiful and I have my favorite person in the world to thank-Juli.
On that note, I should tell you about how special Juli is to me. Juli was my sister's kindergarten teacher. My first memory of her is when my sister missed the apple picking field trip and the nice person that she is, put apples in my locker to bring home to her. When I opened my locker (3rd grade) I found tons of apples!
Then in high school, I took a community service class. I was then paired up with Juli and her classroom! Needless to say, we have been friends since. She has been a mentor, friend, and inspiration in more then one way. The fact that she took on my shower makes me feel that I only owe her more. She has continuously give me more then I can ask for and I cannot thank her enough for all of it! I love ya Juli and I am so thankful for you and your family.
Now for the next steps:
3/26 we are tasting food for the reception-yay Chicken :)
We are working on Blake's wear for the wedding and decor! Anxious to see it all together!
Thanks for everyone's support through all the chaos-we love you ALL!
**Meagan**
Unexpectantly, I bought a vail! I LOVE it :) It wasn't part of the agenda, but I'm working on not being so structured ha!
I also survived my first dress fitting! What was too tight last time was too big this time-apparently my gym membership is working! I have to go back next week because it has to be dropped (it was scratching my armpits-ouch!) So once it is dropped, the length will change, so they will hem it then.
We picked up our invitations and I really love them! I want to send them out already! However, we are working on sending out our first shower invitations. They are beautiful and I have my favorite person in the world to thank-Juli.
On that note, I should tell you about how special Juli is to me. Juli was my sister's kindergarten teacher. My first memory of her is when my sister missed the apple picking field trip and the nice person that she is, put apples in my locker to bring home to her. When I opened my locker (3rd grade) I found tons of apples!
Then in high school, I took a community service class. I was then paired up with Juli and her classroom! Needless to say, we have been friends since. She has been a mentor, friend, and inspiration in more then one way. The fact that she took on my shower makes me feel that I only owe her more. She has continuously give me more then I can ask for and I cannot thank her enough for all of it! I love ya Juli and I am so thankful for you and your family.
Now for the next steps:
3/26 we are tasting food for the reception-yay Chicken :)
We are working on Blake's wear for the wedding and decor! Anxious to see it all together!
Thanks for everyone's support through all the chaos-we love you ALL!
**Meagan**
Monday, February 28, 2011
How Quickly Life Changes....
109 Days to Go...
We can hardly believe it! We are getting more anxious everyday!
HONEYMOON: Booked and ready to go! We are going Pompano Beach in Florida. We are going Sunday to Sunday-I think Blake is more excited for the beach then the wedding!
INVITATIONS: Ordered...we are anxiously waiting for them to come in!
SHOWERS: In the process :) Meagan's family is scheduled for 4/6/11 and Blake's family is 5/7/11.
Dress fittings scheduled, tasting scheduled....it's getting close!
We are finalizing men's wear, ceremony decor, bridesmaids accessories, and song lists! It's crazy how things have picked up!
Don't forget to reserve your hotel room :)
**Meagan**
We can hardly believe it! We are getting more anxious everyday!
HONEYMOON: Booked and ready to go! We are going Pompano Beach in Florida. We are going Sunday to Sunday-I think Blake is more excited for the beach then the wedding!
INVITATIONS: Ordered...we are anxiously waiting for them to come in!
SHOWERS: In the process :) Meagan's family is scheduled for 4/6/11 and Blake's family is 5/7/11.
Dress fittings scheduled, tasting scheduled....it's getting close!
We are finalizing men's wear, ceremony decor, bridesmaids accessories, and song lists! It's crazy how things have picked up!
Don't forget to reserve your hotel room :)
**Meagan**
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Lots of Good Things going on!
I know, I'm terrible at updating the blog. Who knew what I was getting into :) But it is a fun way to keep everyone updated! Over the holidays A LOT was done...here we go:
FLOWERS! whoohoo!!! This is where I originally thought would be no big deal to me because I know nothing about flowers. But this was awesome! I love my bouquet and everyone else's! They are going to be beautiful. The best part is that we can WAY under budget so my centerpieces are going to be AMAZING! I can't wait for everyone to see them. The clue: They include LED lights hmmmmm
DRESSES! All dresses are ordered! My alterations are scheduled! We are on the right track.
ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS: All in and ready to view. We love them!
VIDEOGRAPHER: Paid for and all ready for the big day!
SHOWERS: Schedules and ready to go. Super excited to see all my family and friends :)
REHEARSAL DINNER: Thank you Bob and Renee for hosting! We are excited to celebrate our last night single together with everyone.
TASTING: Scheduled for February: now to decide what we want to taste....
And the next few things: men's wear, invitations, honey moon
Also: If you haven't reserved your hotel room, you will need to do so ASAP. Let me know if you need information from me. If they tell you it's full, let me know that too. We aren't super thrilled with our hotel.....
**Meagan**
FLOWERS! whoohoo!!! This is where I originally thought would be no big deal to me because I know nothing about flowers. But this was awesome! I love my bouquet and everyone else's! They are going to be beautiful. The best part is that we can WAY under budget so my centerpieces are going to be AMAZING! I can't wait for everyone to see them. The clue: They include LED lights hmmmmm
DRESSES! All dresses are ordered! My alterations are scheduled! We are on the right track.
ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS: All in and ready to view. We love them!
VIDEOGRAPHER: Paid for and all ready for the big day!
SHOWERS: Schedules and ready to go. Super excited to see all my family and friends :)
REHEARSAL DINNER: Thank you Bob and Renee for hosting! We are excited to celebrate our last night single together with everyone.
TASTING: Scheduled for February: now to decide what we want to taste....
And the next few things: men's wear, invitations, honey moon
Also: If you haven't reserved your hotel room, you will need to do so ASAP. Let me know if you need information from me. If they tell you it's full, let me know that too. We aren't super thrilled with our hotel.....
**Meagan**
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