Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Engagement Announcement
After going back and forth about putting these in the paper, we have decided to go for it. Ours ran (in color!) in the Maine Sunday Telegram this week. A lot of people saw it so we received tons of calls and emails. We were really pleased with how it turned out.
So for all the northern Maine people we've also decided to put it in the Star Herald in Presque Isle. It should be running next Wednesday (November 7th) so be on the lookout! Unfortunately there is no online access so I won't know if it runs or not. If someone wants to save us a copy that would be great!
We're also going to run it in the Bridgton News since that's the local paper for both the Lake Region area (where I grew up) and Fryeburg (where Pat went to high school). I know that a lot of my friend's parents still read it so hopefully someone we know will see it!
It's fun announcing the engagement officially, even though we've actually been engaged for almost six months already!
So for all the northern Maine people we've also decided to put it in the Star Herald in Presque Isle. It should be running next Wednesday (November 7th) so be on the lookout! Unfortunately there is no online access so I won't know if it runs or not. If someone wants to save us a copy that would be great!
We're also going to run it in the Bridgton News since that's the local paper for both the Lake Region area (where I grew up) and Fryeburg (where Pat went to high school). I know that a lot of my friend's parents still read it so hopefully someone we know will see it!
It's fun announcing the engagement officially, even though we've actually been engaged for almost six months already!
Thursday, October 25, 2007
How to choose a DJ?
I met with one DJ on Saturday and Pat and I both met with another on Tuesday. They're both highly recommended and have been in the business for a long time, so they really know their stuff and know music. I am sure that we'll be happy with either one...the questions is, which one? I have no idea how to narrow this down.
Most people will say, well if they're exactly the same - base it on price. Well, their price is the same as well. Then you could think about negotiating with them (something I'm not good at) but they don't have a lot of motivation to do that. The fact of the matter is that they're both so popular there's no way that they won't be booked for next September 27th!
As sad as it is, it's boiling down to the one on Tuesday brought us truffles. We can't really base our decision on truffles...can we?
Most people will say, well if they're exactly the same - base it on price. Well, their price is the same as well. Then you could think about negotiating with them (something I'm not good at) but they don't have a lot of motivation to do that. The fact of the matter is that they're both so popular there's no way that they won't be booked for next September 27th!
As sad as it is, it's boiling down to the one on Tuesday brought us truffles. We can't really base our decision on truffles...can we?
Friday, October 19, 2007
October 19th update!
Hey everyone - I've really kicked the wedding planning into high gear lately. We've booked our photographer and I have meetings with two DJs coming up. One on Saturday and I'll actually get to see his set up and the other is Tuesday.
I've blocked off hotel rooms at a hotel that's very convenient to the turnpike and both the ceremony and reception locations. I only blocked off 15 rooms because I have no idea how many people might need them. However, they assured me I could call and check on the block and add more if I needed to. They were great to work with!
When I booked the rooms I also booked a suite for the weekend for myself. I'll stay there Friday night with any bridesmaids that want to stay with me. We'll get ready there Saturday and then Pat and I will stay there Saturday night.
I've also bought some decorations from a September 2007 bride - it's always good to find a bargain!
So things are great! We're going to see both sets of parents tonight, which I'm really looking forward to! I can't wait to see my parent's yard all done up for Halloween! Have a great weekend everybody!
I've blocked off hotel rooms at a hotel that's very convenient to the turnpike and both the ceremony and reception locations. I only blocked off 15 rooms because I have no idea how many people might need them. However, they assured me I could call and check on the block and add more if I needed to. They were great to work with!
When I booked the rooms I also booked a suite for the weekend for myself. I'll stay there Friday night with any bridesmaids that want to stay with me. We'll get ready there Saturday and then Pat and I will stay there Saturday night.
I've also bought some decorations from a September 2007 bride - it's always good to find a bargain!
So things are great! We're going to see both sets of parents tonight, which I'm really looking forward to! I can't wait to see my parent's yard all done up for Halloween! Have a great weekend everybody!
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Photographer Booked!
Ok, not technically booked yet. But we really liked Rachel & Angela so we've decided to go with them. I'm thankful that I contacted them back when I did because their prices have more than doubled! I guess their new business is really taking off, which is excellent.
The next task is a DJ and I think we're going to go with Jeff Rockwell. I've heard great things about him. I would LOVE to have these two big items taken care of! Then it's just the smaller things...flowers, cake, decorations etc.
Here are some teaser pictures of our reception location, Martindale Country Club:
The next task is a DJ and I think we're going to go with Jeff Rockwell. I've heard great things about him. I would LOVE to have these two big items taken care of! Then it's just the smaller things...flowers, cake, decorations etc.
Here are some teaser pictures of our reception location, Martindale Country Club:
Tuesday, October 9, 2007
October already????
We passed our "-1" year anniversary on 9/27. It seems so exciting now that in less than a year we'll be getting married. I never wanted a long engagement, so the wait hasn't been the easiest for me! However, I did always want a fall wedding, which is why the engagement has been long. Now after getting deeper and deeper into the planning I am so glad we've given ourselves all this time to prepare.
Tonight we have our first meeting with a potential photographer team! I am really excited to meet with them, they've been so responsive with quick emails and I love the look of their website. (www.lifesimplyhappens.com) Some of their images are just amazing.
Pat saw some of his family yesterday and he told me that people actually check this blog - I had no idea! So I'll try and be better at writing here - I can always come up with something to write about! However, I don't want to give away all of the surprises of the day!!!
Tonight we have our first meeting with a potential photographer team! I am really excited to meet with them, they've been so responsive with quick emails and I love the look of their website. (www.lifesimplyhappens.com) Some of their images are just amazing.
Pat saw some of his family yesterday and he told me that people actually check this blog - I had no idea! So I'll try and be better at writing here - I can always come up with something to write about! However, I don't want to give away all of the surprises of the day!!!
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