Breathe In Breathe Out

Awhile back Mom and I bought Groupons for Zumba. We went to a class and it was great to try it out...but it just wasn't for us. We never could get to where we really both wanted to go back and kept putting it off. But because we had 4 more visits we finally made it back. When we got there we saw that there was a yoga class at the same time, so we decided to give it a try and we loved it!!!!!

Since then we have been two other times and it is just really great. We love the instructor and the class. Anyway, due to all the normal and abnormal wedding stress and wedding drama...this has been just what I needed. I am very happy that I allowed myself to be introduced to yoga!

40!

Yes 40.

40 as in 40 days til we tie the knot!!!!

Ever since James' Mom was in town for the shower I feel like not much has really gone on with wedding planning other than sitting and waiting hoping RSVPs will roll in. Knowing how many people we are entertaining is a huge part of it for me. From the beginning I was envisioning a wedding with 80 guests...no such luck...now I am just hoping we don't break 150!!! But, we have a lot of people we love and a lot of people that love us!!!!!

Even though the planning as been kind of at a stand still there is still a lot left to do.

I have a few more purchases that I need to make but they are either something I was holding off til after Labor Day or things that I need a more solid head count with.

What I am most nervous about is making it come together as a whole and a lot of that has to do with decorations and finishing touches. I am a visual person and not being about to see the tent and chairs set up...really isn't helping me :-)

I am working on the music list and that seems to be going pretty smooth.

We still have alcohol to purchase...that is still more based on RSVPs so that will be purchased soon.

Welcome bags...based on RSVPs

And basically TRIAL RUNs!!!! All the girly stuff and that is just waiting on time. Our schedule has been so crazy lately.  The last two weekends we have been doing stuff for my Dad and Lucia who just got married and before that was my shower. Basically, every weekend there has been something...but as the day approaches we are getting things done.

Guess next stop....Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties!!!!!

The Flour Shop

Concerning our Wedding Cake, we had gone back and forth with using Publix or seeking out another Bakery. Through word of mouth we had heard great things about The Flour Shop in Brentwood. So, after going to Publix a few times and getting the information we needed to compare, we decided to visit The Flour Shop. My friend & wedding consultant Pam Hall took me over to see the place since it is close to her shop. I decided I would bring Mom back here and we would see what we thought. On Friday the 10th I called to see when I would need to order my cake by. When I found out they already had 2 wedding cakes scheduled on the 29th and would only do 3...I decided we needed to go do our research there ASAP. 

So, on Saturday James, Mom and I went to check everything out. The owner Iris is a complete character...very interesting to say the least. We looked at all the pictures and ended up finding something different from what I thought I wanted...but something both James and I really liked. We did a tasting and made some decisions and that was that!

Wedding Cake: Check!

Dress Fitting

Today I was scheduled to take my dress in for last minute alterations and to get the dress bustled. I was super nervous about going alone and Mom was out of town. So, Mary Katherine met me there where I would have someone to help me.

I was a little nervous about everything but it went smoothly. I will be picking up my dress Sept 5th!!!

A Perfect Shower!!!

On Saturday My Friend Cheryl threw me an amazing Bridal Shower. I knew it would be great because she really knows how to throw a party. The food was amazing and the atmosphere was perfect!!!

 

 I think everyone had a wonderful time!

Back Row: Melanie, Liz, Eva, Allison, Tracy, Pam, Mary, Lucia, Mary Katherine, 

Kim, Kelsey, Kari, Karen, Kelley & Patsy

Front Row: Patti, Cheryl, Linda (Mom), ME, Pam, & Ana