I have a stomach ache!!!

cassie7304 Posted: Jan 08, 2003 03:00 PM

I have a stomach ache!!!

I just got engaged this Christmas. I was excited because we decided on the date almost immediately, the place is done, and I know who is doing my make up. After reading all your posts - I have a stomach ache. I thought I was ahead of the game only to learn I have ALOT to do.... Does anyone have a time line, books they like, software, anything to help me organize??? Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Latina511 Posted: Jan 08, 2003 03:02 PM

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Congratulatins on your !!

Welcome!! You have lots of time but the girls here just like to get things done.

Where did you book?

Happy_Bride Posted: Jan 08, 2003 03:02 PM

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Congrats and welcome!

Wacky has a really good spreadsheet to help stay organized!

nylisa Posted: Jan 08, 2003 03:03 PM

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Congrats!! Us 04 Brides have our own thread. You should join us. We have all helped and are continuing to help each other.

Misty Posted: Jan 08, 2003 03:04 PM

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Start with giving us a list of what you have to do.....we can help from there.

Don't panic! And welcome.

OctBride03 Posted: Jan 08, 2003 03:05 PM

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Congratulations and welcome!! Don't panic, things can get overwhelming, but this board is GREAT! You will feel a lot better soon enough!!!

You are getting married in '04? Don't worry, everything will get on track!!!

There is a thread for '04 brides, check it out!

Good luck planning!

sept20yay! Posted: Jan 08, 2003 03:05 PM

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There is a book that I keep all my contracts and notes in---- It is a yellow binder that is sold in Barnes and Noble in the Wedding Section, called The Ultimate Wedding Planner and Organizer....

Also, get a checklist off of the knot.... It gives you the 18 month and down countdown.... but things really kick into gear at a years time. Next up for you, is the music and the photographer....

cassie7304 Posted: Jan 08, 2003 03:07 PM

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My godparents were nice enough to offer their house in the Hamptons. It's not as posh as it sounds, but has beautiful grounds. Their daughter got married there and it was amazing! White chairs, little bistro tables, Tents... I can't wait!

eroxgirl Posted: Jan 08, 2003 03:09 PM

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I bumped Wacky's spreadsheet for you... I downloaded it yesterday - works for me!

OctBride03 Posted: Jan 08, 2003 03:10 PM

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How nice of them! The hamptons is GORGEOUS!

Sounds like it will be beautiful!

BillysBride Posted: Jan 08, 2003 03:22 PM

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Welcome Cassie!! I'm also getting married in July 2004 there are a couple of us already. Check out the 04 Brides thread, if you haven't already.
Get ready to become addicted, we all do.
Congrats on your

karen32 Posted: Jan 08, 2003 03:44 PM

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Welcome to the fun world of wedding planning!! Congrats on your engagement!!!!

Best of Luck!!

112903 Posted: Jan 08, 2003 10:45 PM

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Congrats and welcome to the board!!!!

LnP2003 Posted: Jan 08, 2003 10:48 PM

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cassie... i have what i think (& a lot of other people have shared my thoughts) is probably one of the better wedding planners. it's in the car right now... i know - i'm a big help - but if you go to a bookstore & look in the wedding planner section, it's a big pink book with a bride on the front cover with her FG.... the book is totally great!

LisaAnne Posted: Jan 08, 2003 10:52 PM

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Welcome Cassie. Nothing a little Maloxx wont slove about your tummy. There are alot of us here trying to plan in a few months. Our wisdom will get you through this.

LisaAnne Posted: Jan 08, 2003 10:53 PM

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Never mind ignore me. I am so off on the date. 04 duhh. I tired. But we are here to help.

MISHY Posted: Jan 08, 2003 10:55 PM

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I was at the same point you were last year, I had my hall booked, then I booked my DJ (I knew who I wanted), Everything else will come. I just booked my flowers monday. You will be fine, your best bet is to sugn up on the knot and they tell you what should be done at certain times and it was very helpful... Good Luck

susans Posted: Jan 09, 2003 11:43 AM

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When I started planning a year ago I made it a RULE to only do ONE major thing a month.
So the first month was the site, 2nd month the photographer, then band, florist, invites, etc.

And each month I'd do a few 'smaller' things
design the program, pick out jewelry, etc.

It's the best way to plan and I spent 11 months feeling not even the slightest bit too overwhelmed.
You have enough time that you don't have to put too much on your plate all at once. Do it slow and enjoy it.

Ronnie&Theresa Posted: Jan 09, 2003 11:45 AM

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I am getting Married Dec 2004...

IF you have a stomach ace. I should be puking..

I have only the hall.. I want to get thru the 'E' party and then start planning........

susans Posted: Jan 09, 2003 11:45 AM

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P.S.
I got everything done WAY ahead of schedule this way and I've pretty much spent the last 2 months doing nothing.

Now I'm doing all the little detials that HAVE to be put off until the end (placecards, programs, welcome baskets) but it was really nice to have that long break where I felt like I didn't have to think about much at all if I didn't want to.

(contrary to popular belief, you don't need an entire year to plan a wedding. I was actually bored until this month and my wedding is in 2 weeks)