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Congrat's Paulie's girl! Danielle told me how excited she is for you and how awesome everything was!

I am totally freaking about EVERYTHING! I no longer can sleep...i am always tired bc i feel like i have so much to do ..totally anxious!

AND... i had my first fitting, and the really expensive necklace i bought for my dress DOES NOT MATCH!

I am off today and tomorrow and my goal is to get programs and menus done!

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WOW!!! Ladies we are on a roll!!
Glad to hear people are getting their fittings and also the appointments with vendors.

We are in that stage too. Here is my TO DO Recap!

THINGS DONE

Church
Reception Hall
Favors purchased
DoC
BP gifts purchased
Limo Bus
Guys Limo
Flowers
Guest List and 'B' List
Videographer
Photographer
save the dates (already sent)
Invitations assembled
My dress ordered
MOB dress
Bridesmaids dresses ordered
Rehersal Dinner Location
Block hotel rooms
Card Box Completed
DJ Booked
Honeymoon Booked
Hair Trial
Veil / Headpiece (something borrowed)
DOJ (something old / new)
Calligraphy for Invites
Flower girl gift
Jr. Bridesmaid gift
Invitations sent out
Find Unity Candle
Flower Girl dress
Shower 8/09
Shower thank you's sent
Centerpieces
Tuxes for FH and GM's
MOG gown
Tags for Flip Flops
FH Wedding band
DOC final appointment 9/30
Photographer final done
Shoes for ceremony and pics
Shoes Dyed
Alterations set for 10/21 (final fitting)
All Favors are Boxed
Favor Tags printed
Must-Take photo list
Dog Sitter for Honeymoon
Prepare day-of timeline (to distribute)
Reception Hall (menu appointment) 9/25
Parent Gifts
Reader Gifts
Rehersal Dinner Invites
Get marriage license
Favors all wrapped and tagged
Flip Flops together
Flip Flop Basket complete
Favor Appointment w RH 10/24
Cake picked out
Menu picked out


TO DO -

Place cards - print / create
Print & assemble table numbers
OOT boxes assembled
Water bottles / Lables
Assemble BP gifts
Menus
Programs
Grooms Cake
Plan Bach-party
Day Of 'track suit'
Prepare tip envelopes
Head Count and Menu to RD Resturant

APPOINTMENTS NEEDED
DJ
Videographer
Church

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Posted by Jonas9281

I am totally freaking about EVERYTHING! I no longer can sleep...i am always tired bc i feel like i have so much to do ..totally anxious!

AND... i had my first fitting, and the really expensive necklace i bought for my dress DOES NOT MATCH!

I am off today and tomorrow and my goal is to get programs and menus done!

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dont worry...we're the end of november...so still time left to get things done

as far as the necklace...if u really cant wear it...did u try to return/exchange it? maybe u can wear it for another occassion. if u really think u need something see if u can borrow from someone like your mom, gma, sister, friend.

we met with the rh to go over menus and i cant even start them yet because they havent sent me back the approved menu!

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Thanks Marigrace!! Everything has really gotten nuts and I totally agree on not sleeping...my dream that I remember last night was a list of TO-Do's...soo annoying!

I don' t know why but these programs are driving me crazy...I just can't seem to do it how I want it! I found a company online that will do exactly what I want for about 2500 and its nothing special belive me...I just think 2500 is nuts just crazy for programs.

I'm so sorry about your necklace..thats so upsetting and disappointing!! If you love it and can wear it to another special event keep it but if not..ebay might be a good place for it...if it can't be returned.

I took engagement pictures on saturday..it was rainy...aka frizzy so I'm a little upset but I'll see after I see the pictures...church mtg. tomorrow...2nd dress fitting on thursday...always something now a days!

So glad everyone seems to be doing well!!

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snowcutie...we're going to Miami Oct. 10-13th when are you going?? I think you mentioined on the other thread I'm sorry!

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Hey girls...

IM stressing too. Cant sleep any more. Any im having problem with my programs as well. I went and met with some lady we agreed apon what I wanted done. I sent her the wording and I picked out the format, and now ive heard nothing. I really dont want to go through all that, if she doesnt get back to me im just not going to do one. Doesnt she want my business, God....

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i dont even know where to go for help!

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Posted by PauliesGirl

snowcutie...we're going to Miami Oct. 10-13th when are you going?? I think you mentioined on the other thread I'm sorry!

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the end of oct...we're getting there friday the 24th supppper early like 8am

any ideas where ure going while ure there? so far i think we want to go to wet willies cuz its a step outside our condo. we're looking for a trendy place with good music to dance to (like current stuff/hip hop...stuff with a good beat hahaha).

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Posted by PauliesGirl

i dont even know where to go for help!

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what are u looking to do with the programs???

i cant find anything i like. i want a booklet but i dont want to punch holes for the ribbon....so i have no idea how to 'bind it'. and i need it to be a booklet cuz we're having a full mass so i want to write out all the parts and the responses

if i cant figure anything out this weekend with the girls...im just going to go with the standard booklet with the punches and ribbon (like bluegreen)

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I riginaly wanted a thick cardstock with letterpress but the price was just nuts so im starting over lol.

about south beach..i just dont knwo but I will fill you in when i get home...I've never been there and im not sure what the girls have planned.

nov. brides are officially stressed out lol...im 1 month away!

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Posted by PauliesGirl

I riginaly wanted a thick cardstock with letterpress but the price was just nuts so im starting over lol.

about south beach..i just dont knwo but I will fill you in when i get home...I've never been there and im not sure what the girls have planned.

nov. brides are officially stressed out lol...im 1 month away!

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i letterpressed my invites at this place...they were super affordable for letterpress (the cheapest i could find). maybe they can do it???

www.mercuriobrothers.com

none of us have ever been to sobe either...definately let me know how it goes!

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We are using cardstock and having it printed at Kinko's.

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Posted by FutureMrs.T

I had my food tasting at Giorgio's last night! SOOOO YUMMY!!!!! They said they will call us back next week to start going over all the final details.

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I didn't think they did a taste testing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I am so excited!!!!!! How does it work? Do you taste EVERYTHING on the menu???

YAY!!

Are you using La Bonne in Port Jeff for the cake?? Have you had your appt? We are going on Sunday.

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I had to do a search to find this thread!!!!! Don't even know how far back it was!!!

Just wanted to say I've joined all of you....... FH and I got our marriage license yesterday!!!!!!!!!!!

It was surreal!! FH said I was smiling the whole time!

For Queens girls, something that the Kew Gardens courthouse doesn't tell you, even when you call on the phone, is that for the Marriage Bureau, DON'T wait on line in front of the courthouse on the Queens Blvd side. Go around the back to where they have a sign that says 'Summons Line.' FH and I got there early, waited in front, and were directed by security to go around the back. By the time we got there, the line was long!

Checking things off my list feels great!!!


~*~ Things Done ~*~

Ceremony Site/Reception Hall
Photographer
Videographer
DJ
My dress hanging in my closet!
DIY Save-the-Date magnets
Guest List finalized
Blocked hotel rooms
MOH dresses ordered/picked up
MOB & MOG dresses ordered/picked up
Hair & Makeup trials
Hairstylist booked
Makeup artist booked
Rabbi – called, need to iron out details
DIY CPs – bought all items
DIY monograms
BP gifts for groomsmen
Jewish items for ceremony (kiddush cup, tallis)
Invitations ordered/delivered
Veil ordered (pick up 8/8) & hair pins
Earrings & bracelet
Cake Topper
Glass to break & bag – personalization done
Napkins
Shoes
Design calligraphy monogram & set up all envelopes
Called Rabbi – asked Q’s – will work through email to set up appt/details
Ordered Ketubah
1st dress fitting & bustle style chosen
Post office – weigh 1 full envelope, buy stamps for outer & response envelopes
Stamp response envelopes
Number all response cards & number guest list with addresses to match
Invitations – computer calligraphy of inner & outer envelopes
Invitations – stuffed, stamped & sealed
Invitations – mailed on Sept 2 (Middle Village PO - hand cancel)
Florist – contract & deposit
Ordered yarmulkes w/ names & wedding date – picked up
Veil picked up 8/10
Dress – pick up on 8/15
Slippers for reception – ordered on 8/15 – picked up on 9/14
FH & GMs tuxes – chose color/style
Menu & Linen meeting at Fox Hollow – 8/21
Rabbi – re: ketubah personalization
Rabbi – met on 8-26-08 – discussed ceremony details, ketubah, items for ceremony
Ketubah personalization done
Engagement Photos – Sept 7
LOVE letters for cake table (DIY)
MOH dress alterations – done 9/14 to be picked up when called
Favor Tags & Donation Wording (DIY)
Menus (DIY) – print & trim
Video 2nd payment - PAID
basket for yarmulkes
Ribbon for Cake Knife & Server
Engraving on Cake Knife & Server & Toasting Flutes – Things Remembered
Marriage License!! (go to courthouse on Oct 1)


~*~ Work In Progress ~*~

DIY Aisle Runner - finish big C initial, heart design scattered
DIY CPs – create photo frames – finished songs, need to complete photos
BP gifts for MOH/bridesmaid
BP - gift bags & wrapping for GM gifts
Create MUSIC LISTS - almost done!!
Meet w/ DJ to finalize – have PLAY / DO NOT PLAY lists & intros = OCTOBER 11


~*~ Still Have Left To Do ~*~

call for nail appt for Sat, Nov 1
frame for ketubah (ketubah dimensions = 19.5x27.5) – AC Moore or Michaels
Candy Thank-you’s & wrap up w/ tags & ribbon
Make Donations
Charles’s Ring (he has mine – came as set)
Meet w/ Video to finalize
Bridal accessories (bag)
Programs (DIY)
Escort Cards (DIY) – LAYOUT DONE - DO SEATING CHART, THEN ENTER TABLE #S & PRINT
Card Box?? (maybe DIY)
Prepare tip envelopes & have ready for wedding day

Pack & label ceremony items box (tallis, ketubah, kiddush cup, programs, yarmulkes, aisle runner, etc)
Pack & label reception items box (CP pieces & photo, cake knife & server, toasting flutes, candy favors, menus, etc)
Gather essentials: rings, dress, veil, undergarments, shoes, slippers, hairpins, bracelet, earrings, etc.
Pack BP gifts
Pack overnight bag with essentials for wedding day/overnight/clothes next day

Plan/Book Honeymoon (for summer ’09)

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cc- congrats on getting your license!!! it was a wonderful feeling!!!

i have not done much this past week- there is really not much to do until all of my meetings with the vendors- can't print menu or programs until then.

but it really is getting close now!!!

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yesterday I received the most RSVPs I've ever gotten in 1 day so far...9 envelopes! 4 from people who had already told me they were coming/not coming; 2 from 'expected' relatives, 2 from relatives we had hoped would make it but weren't sure (they're coming!), and one TOTALLY unexpected yes...it's a good thing though.

just wanted to share...i'm sure today i'll get none...

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All i have to say is

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I can't believe we can say its NEXT MONTH!!! I get a knot in my stomach thinking of allteh stuff left to do!

RSVPS are SLOWLY coming in and more no's than expected

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my fh is headed to ac tonight for his b party for the weekend

we have our marriage license...and figured out everything with the florist. im still waiting on the menu to be finalized.

things i have to do that i keep forgetting...make a hair appt for highlights, confirm the tux color, go over details with our travel agent and drop off the payment...make apts with photo, video, dj.

then projects....menus, programs, escort cards, random signs for things, guest book stuff, order random stuff for decor around the place, order the stuff for the favors (and the favors)...and the oot boxes. sooo much left to do! and im not even listing it all

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Posted by cherish83

I can't believe we can say its NEXT MONTH!!! I get a knot in my stomach thinking of allteh stuff left to do!

RSVPS are SLOWLY coming in and more no's than expected

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Us too we sent out more invites b/c of the unexpected no's its crazy.

But we met with RH last night and finalized all the details!!!!

I had my first fitting with my dress and all i have to do is take up the hem. And i got my bracelet!!! ITs gorgeous and it goes perfect with my earings its all so exciting. ITs really all coming along.. Cant wait...