The Date Has Been Set

The planning has begun, and we've set a wedding date, Saturday, October 18, 2008. These past two weeks have involved a lot but I'm having so much fun with all of the planning. This past weekend my Mom, good friend Stacey and I hit the bridal shops and I swear I tried on about 40 dresses. Wow, is all I can say. It was an experience in its own, but I loved every stinking minute of it. Now I have to narrow down my top picks. It was a riot, everything from the 40 hook push up bras they provided (can I get some help with this thing please?), to getting lost in the dress while trying to get it off and get the next one on, to coming out for a "what do you think of this one" as we laughed our butts off at some not so pretty moments. At one point I realized I was working up quite the sweat when I decided to utilize the complimentary body spray in the dressing room on my underarms. The pure stinging sensation I proceeded to have for about the next 10 minutes was just another addition to the crazy day it was. We broke for lunch and fueled up for the next shop. All in all it was a great day and now I must make a decision and pick the dress I will look so forward to wear for the next 6 and 1/2 months on the most special day. Oh yeah, I just realized that the 18th of Oct. is Sweetest Day too....awwwww!!!!!!

In addition to the dress, we have been so blessed with some of the connections we have been able to utilize. The church, reception site, suggested photographers and florists, just to name a few. It's one thing to get a good recommendation on something but another when things just seem to fall into place. A big shout out to my fam for all of their help and support so far.

I'll keep you posted on the going ons and hope that this finds everyone well.