As most of you know at this point, we plan to have party/receptions in our hometowns so we can celebrate with friends and families who were unable to make it to Mexico for the wedding. We wanted to give an update on the party in (near) Lyndon which is going to be on Saturday, July 18. We will be having it at Rockwood State Park near Morrison, IL which is about 8-10 miles from my parents' home in Lyndon. We have booked the large Lake View Pavilion that over looks Lake Carlton. We thought it would be nice to keep the event outdoors but close to home where there would be a covered area in case the weather isn't great and keep the mess away from mom and dad's :). The pavilion has plenty of space and has a playground near it for those who want to bring their kids. Plus the park has plenty of amenities, including fishing, camping, hiking, etc. We will have food and drink for the guests. As we have more details we will be sure to update this blog. Let us know if you have any questions.
So, yesterday I ordered Dress #2! Hopefully it fits and flatters and all that good stuff. I already have my dress for the beach wedding, but I wanted something a tad more casual for the receptions back home. For the beach wedding dress, I got an incredible deal and the dress fits like a glove. No alterations needed unless I gain or lose a bunch of weight. I also got a great deal on the more casual dress, and it's exactly what I had in mind when I pictured what I would ideally wear at the other parties. I completely lucked out, too, because when I went back to the website today it was out of stock and the price had gone up! Phew! Glad I didn't sit that one out - I may have snagged the last one!
Next on the list is to get the rest of the save the date cards out. We've gotta push on our families a bit to get those lists finalized and get the needed addresses. We are also going to try to get our parents together to meet prior to the wedding. Hopefully we can find a weekend sometime soon for them to both visit to get to know each other over dinner!
Next on the list is to get the rest of the save the date cards out. We've gotta push on our families a bit to get those lists finalized and get the needed addresses. We are also going to try to get our parents together to meet prior to the wedding. Hopefully we can find a weekend sometime soon for them to both visit to get to know each other over dinner!
Wow! Still quite a bit of time, but we are sure getting closer. I think a short engagement does that. :) We're both working out more, trying to get in shape for all that time we'll be spending on the beach! I was inspired by crazy workout girl at the gym yesterday, she was doing some nutso ab stuff - maybe someday I'll be capable of that again... I'm also trying to decide what to do about my pale-ness. I might splurge and get myself one of those fancy air brushed on tans from a hoity toity salon, but we'll see.
Overall, we're in really good shape with the planning. We're starting to think about the hometown parties a bit more, including getting in touch with some caterers near Heath's parents' place.
Overall, we're in really good shape with the planning. We're starting to think about the hometown parties a bit more, including getting in touch with some caterers near Heath's parents' place.
- As Mindy commented on my last post, yes I did get a dress. I got it for a SUPER BARGAIN and it is my safety net dress. I love it, but am going to keep my eyes open in case anything else comes along. I wanted to have something lovely to fall back on just in case school and life get so hectic that I lose track of time and don't have anything!
- We've sent out a few save the date cards with our Christmas cards. We've been utterly lazy in getting those in the mail, but now that finals are over, I'm able to devote a bit more time to domestic-y tasks like that!
- Only a few RSVPs are outstanding. We've gotten at least verbal answers from most of the people on our list. We were a little disappointed that some people, including family members, were unable to get the cards back to us. I mean, it's pre-addressed and stamped, folks!
- Christmas is coming, which means busy busy busy. We'll be traveling a lot, as usual, but are looking forward to seeing our families for the holidays!
The due date for RSVPs is tomorrow! We're doing pretty good so far, but there are a few stragglers out there. Thanks to those of you who have sent in your cards. For those of you we haven't heard from yet, shoot us an email and/or drop the card in the mail soon, so we can wrap up this part of the planning.
Save the date cards for the "hometown" receptions will go in the mail shortly!
Save the date cards for the "hometown" receptions will go in the mail shortly!
Lyndon, IL (or thereabouts) - Saturday, July 18
Grand Rapids, MI - Saturday, August 15
Details will be provided as we near the dates.
Grand Rapids, MI - Saturday, August 15
Details will be provided as we near the dates.
Looks like the overwhelming majority (72%) of the avalanche of votes (11 total! woot!), think a long dress is the best bet. I have to agree. The dresses I've tried on so far have all been long. Some had trains, but I'd like to stay away from that, at least from a super long train. Hopefully I can find something cute!
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