Sabrina's Adventures

My TO DO List (update)

With only 2 days left until the Wedding; I have a few things to finish up before Saturday. Here's my TO DO list:

Thursday
1) Go to Hobby Lobby to pick up some more flowers
2) Go to Target for some luggage locks and tags
3) Go to Wilkens Research to participate in an EPB Fixed Rate group meeting

Friday
3) Take Diesel to get his vaccinations at Pet Smart
4) Get mine and Ashley's nails done
5) Pick up tuxedos from MW Tux
6) Meet preacher at church to take all my things so I don't have everything to carry on Saturday
7) Rehearsal Dinner

Saturday Morning
7) Get my hair done
8) Pick up 3 roses for lost loved ones

I think that's it....I have everything packed up to take to the church on Friday, so I think I'm finally ready!!!! Just hope the weather cooperates with us....

15 MORE DAYS!

I can't believe there is only 15 more days until the Wedding. Everything is pretty much taken care of and just waiting for the day to come now. Here's a list of things left to do:

Sunday, I'm meeting a photographer at the Choo-Choo to get my pictures taken
Next Weds., Shane and I finish up our last pre-marital class
Next Thursday, Shane and I go get our marriage license
Next Friday, Shane and his friends will go out
Next Saturday, My friends and I will go out
Week of the Wedding, Mom and I will go have beauty stuff done(ie: waxing, nails, toes), pick up Tuxes.

I don't think that is too bad of a list left to do. I'm very much looking forward for all the days to come.

My Bouquet

Nita (Shane's stepmom) and I spent about 5 hours on Friday trying to come up just the "perfect" bouquet for me. We had to end up at Hobby Lobby for more flowers also.

Here's the final product....I absolutely love it!!!

Wedding Details

Just 22 more days until we say, "I do". I never thought this day would come; it's been a long year and I'm so glad it's almost here.

Shane and I went to our first of two pre-marital classes on Weds. It was interesting and I really enjoyed it and I don't think Shane will admit that he enjoyed it too; but I think he really did. We go back on the 20th and will then get our Marriage license with a big discount.

Next week on the 14th, we meet with the preacher and the Wedding planner at the church to go over all the last details of the Wedding. Also, next Sunday, I will be going to the Choo-Choo to have pictures made of me in my dress. I think it will be so pretty in their garden area.

All we have left to do is get our Marriage license, pick up some attendant gifts and we are good to go. Now just to wait........

Oh yea, today, I will be going over to my future mother-in-law's to finish up my bouquets and I start my teeth whitening regiman today...lol

I have a feeling 22 days are going to fly right by.....

Hard Times w/ Shoes

We have been having a very hard time finding my bridesmaid's shoes for the Wedding. I thought the dresses were chocolate brown; however, that's not the case. I finally ended up going to David's Bridal with the dress and matching it and it's called Truffle. I bought a swatch of it and off we went for looking for shoes again.

I found some really nice pink sandal heels at Shoe Carnival and they were 50% off, then buy one, get one 50%, so we got both pair for only $20. Yesterday, we also went to have the dresses fitted for alterations and the pink shoes didn't go well with the dress at all. Back to Shoe Carnival for a return.

Next, we went to Belk and they were having a huge shoe sale. We finally found some dark brown sandal heels and ended up getting them. They match the dresses really good.

I didn't think finding shoes would be this hard, but it was and very frustrating. Just 33 days left to the Wedding and I think everything is done but finishing up the centerpieces for the reception tables and finishing up the favors.

At least, I hope that's all I have left to do....

Shower

Saturday, I had another bridal shower at The Tea Cottage.

There were a total of 23 people there and we had a blast!!!! The food at The Tea Cottage was absolutely wonderful. The menu consisted of Chicken Salad Croissants, Strawberry Pretzel Salad, Fruit Tray, Veggie Tray, Peach Tea(WONDERFUL!!) and Pettifors.

Spending time with my family and friends that I haven't seen in a while was a lot of fun and I really enjoyed my day.

I received the following gifts:

Fiesta Dishes - yellow and blue
TV Trays
Toaster
Organic Bed Sheets
Several Wedding Picture Frames
8 Target Gift Cards
and Cash, which is always nice

I think we have 1 more shower on Shane's side of the family and then our Rehearsal Dinner and the WEDDING!!!!!

Just 47 more days!!

66 More Days

66 more days until my Wedding....I'm so excited!! Next week, the invitations get mailed and just buying some last minute things and everything will be done. I still need to get some favors and the Wedding party's gifts and all will be done.

My mom still has to get her dress but I think we are going to go to the JcPenny Outlet down in Atlanta to look for that. Mom is on her way to Boston and New York next week, but we still have plenty of time to shop for her dress.

I can't believe how the days seem to be going so slow, even though I know the time is passing faster than I think. I know come Monday, it will be exactly 2 months until the Wedding, it just seems like August 30th will never come to me.

I know once that day is here, I'll be like, "Oh no, I'm not ready"...lol No, I'm pretty much ready to say, "I do" and get on with the Honeymoon.

Shower at Work

This afternoon, we had our first Wedding Shower. It was really nice and we got our luggage set (shown below), cd alarm clock and money for our honeymoon fund.

We really enjoyed it and appreciated everything my work did for us.

Next shower, July 12th.

Watching My Weight, AGAIN!!

Even though my wedding dress fit(a little snug); I still could stand to lose 20 lbs before the Wedding. I could stand to lose more than that; but for the wedding, 20 lbs will work. Don't want to have my dress altered.

Mom and I started Weight Watchers two weeks ago and so far, I've lost 7.2 lbs. 13 lbs. to go in two months....I know I can do it...Wish me luck!!!

Fitting of the Tux

Saturday, I went to pick out which tuxes and then the guys were fitted for them. I was a bit disappointed because they didn't have the same shade of pink that matches my bridemaid's dresses, but we got it figured out and I can't wait.

Just about 90 more days until the Wedding. Everything is done and now it's just time to begin having some showers!!!!

Let the fun begin!!!

DIY Invitations

Being the crafty person that I am, I was going to hand make my Wedding Invitations. I bought all the supplies and had my plan all drawn up and then decided I really didn't want to put that much time in making invitations when I have so much other stuff to do; so I went with Do-it-yourself(DIY) Invitations. It also helped with our AC Moore store went out of business and had them on sale($3.50/box).

This morning, I got up when Shane went to work and got ready and went to the 7:30 Mass with my mom. After Mass, we went to breakfast and then came home. I decided that now was a good time to start/finish my invitations.

They were easy to print; however, putting them together is another story. I think I have a total of 7 completed. I do have the reply cards and envelopes together and in the main envelope and I put address labels on the reply envelopes to make things a little easy on my guests.

I have another 2 months before I mail the invites so I know I'll be finished in plenty of time.

Caterer is finished and thing only thing left to purchase are favors and pew bows.

Let's Meet The Caterer

There are only 120 days left until our Wedding, exactly 4 months from yesterday. I never thought it would get here....I know 4 months is still a while, but it is going by rather quickly.

Friday, Shane and I meet with the Caterer at Panera Bread. I can't wait...oh, that reminds me I need to print a picture of the groom's cake we want. I mean, Shane wants.

Anyway, I'm really starting to get excited about this...I finally bought my garter belt this past weekend in Kentucky. It matches my dress to a T. Only thing left for us to buy is favors and corsages/boutineres. (not sure of the spelling but spellcheck didn't catch it-so I'm good)

Well, I will definitely keep you updated on the Wedding and what's going on.

Next, BRIDAL SHOWERS!!!!

Fit or No Fit??

My goal this year was to loose 30 lbs before my Wedding in August. Well, I started Weight Watchers and I've lost 60 lbs on it a couple of years ago; but I had gained about 20 lbs back. To be honest, I haven't been doing well on WW this time...I just can't get motivated to stick to the diet.

For some reason, every time I go to exercise, I gain weight. I've been doing water aerobics 3x week for the past 2 months and it isn't helping me loose any pounds. I can tell a difference in my waist line but not in how much I weigh. My arms are getting muscular and I don't want to look like a man in my Wedding Dress.

I've lost 8 lbs in 2 months and that is not good according to my dieting standards. Today, for fun, I decided to try on my Wedding Dress. I thought to myself that if it was too tight that would get me motivated since I only have 5 more months until the BIG DAY.

Well, I tried it on and Mom was able to zip it with no problems and it actually felt good around my waist. I still need to loose 10 or 20 lbs in 5 months...I mean it's only 4 lbs a month for the 20.

Wish me luck on my diet and I think I'm really going to try really hard to loose this weight.

Puerto Rico, Here We Come

Shane and I booked our Honeymoon today. We are going to San Juan, Puerto Rico.

We are going to be staying at the Condada Resort and Casino.

We are staying in the Ocean Vista room and the place is just absolutely beautiful. I can't wait to be there and just enjoy the atmosphere. We'll be leaving that Sunday after the wedding and coming home the next Saturday.

Included in our package is a tour of the Bacardi Rum Distillery. My favorite liquor.....in my favorite drink, Pina Colado.

Don't be too jealous when you check out the resort....I'll be sure to think of you while I'm there..haha

Surprise Wedding Poll

Okay, this may come as a HUGE surprise to people that know me; but my mom and I were talking about Shane and I get married out of town. We discussed Las Vegas and Hawaii. I'm big on family and getting married out of town can be a bit expensive unless you are just super rich; which none of my family is.

So, I turn to you to ask.

My Crown

Along with my wedding dress; I'll be wearing a tiara. David's has a beautiful line of tiaras that come with a not so beautiful price tag. Since I'm a huge ebay shopper; I turned online to find my tiara.

My mom bought my wedding dress; so I don't feel like she should have to buy my accessories also. I found my shoes on ebay at a GREAT price and just this week, I found my tiara....only thing left as far as accessories is my veil. Below is the pics of my tiara and my shoes I found.

1st Bridal Show

Sunday, I went to my first Bridal Show at the Chattanooga Convention Center. It was really fun and the food was wonderful. I ate probably a combined total of 1 piece of wedding cakes; made up from about 5 sample pieces. There were a lot of vendors there with some beautiful ideas for your wedding.

They had two different fashion shows and one was from David's Bridal and my dress was in the show. It really is beautiful. After Hours formal wear had a cash booth there that you stood in and caught coupons. I did it and won another free tuxedo for my wedding party. Shane gets his tux free and then we get another one free; so I'll use that for my nephew, Jason who is giving me away. So, we will just have to rent Logan one.

I got a lot of little samples from the show and came home with a bag full of things. The first 100 brides to be in the door won a free gift for the groom. I was kind of disappointed that the bride didn't get a gift; but when I saw what it was, I laughed. It was a book for Shane called, "The Idiots Guide to Being a Groom". hahahaha

I had fun and Shane laughed at the book also and even read a few pages.

Invitations Part II

I finally finished the design of my invitations and have a sample printed. I really like them and that's just one less thing I have to worry about it next year.

I'm getting really excited about the entire wedding event and more so, the
Honeymoon. We want to go to Sandals in Montego Bay, Jamaica. They sent me a brochure and it's just Heaven....and I mean pure Heaven.

Well, just 357 more days until we say, "I Do!"

Invitations

Today, I decided to make some sample invitations with the supplies that I have and the outcome wasn't what I really wanted.

I just made one sample and I really don't know how to attach the vellum paper to the background paper; so if anyone has any idea how this works, please let me know.

I know the wedding is still a year away; but this is exactly why I like to plan things early. In case things don't go the way I want.

I may go to Kinkos and see if they can do all the printing for me on my supplies.

For now, I won't stress over it; but it does bother me that they didn't turn out like I wanted.

Contests

When I registered at David's Bridal; I can only assume that they pass your information around to different businesses to help you with your wedding. I have had several calls from After Hours Formalwear for the tuxedos. I explained that my wedding is still over a year away and I'm not interested in worrying about the tuxedos quite yet.

I think they must also put your name in contests to win things because yesterday I received a call from someone at Mary Kay stating I had won a free makeover and a bag full of goodies. So, tomorrow at 6:00 pm; my mom and I will go get my free makeover and learn all about the correct makeup for my skin color, face shape, skin type, etc, etc, etc.

I'm excited about it because I rarely wear makeup; however, I love getting made up by a professional.

I love winning things too!!! When I come up, I'll take a picture and post it of my free makeover so that you can see how it turned out.

Maid of Honor/Bridesmaid Dress

If you know me, you know I love eBay. I love shopping on it and I can normally find a great deal. Well, with my wedding, I turned to eBay again.

I got a great deal on my invitation paper and an even better deal on my Maid of Honor/Bridesmaid dresses. My colors are going to be chocolate brown and pink. I'm only having my Maid of Honor, Mariel and then one bridesmaid, which is Ashley. I just needed two dresses alike and in the right size. Well, I found them on eBay and they are absolutely beautiful.

The description didn't say they were from David's Bridal; but when I got them, they were!!!!

Did I say how much I love these dresses?

Wedding Web Page

We have an "official" Wedding Web page and the link is on my side bar; however, you can click here to view the page.

Please check it out periodically for updates and the latest news. The picture of Shane and I that is on the Web page is from my 20th High School Reunion and will be changed as soon as we have an engagement picture taken.

Updates

Even though my wedding is a year away; I've been busy planning. I designed my own invitations and got a great deal on eBay. I was able to get exactly what I designed and can't wait to actually make them.

I found my bridesmaid dressed on eBay and got an EXCELLENT deal on two of them. I'm only have my maid of honor(Mariel) and then a bridesmaid(Ashley).

The tuxes will be rented so I really don't have to worry about them anytime soon. I have someone that is going to make my cakes; so that is taken care of also.

All I have left is where the wedding will take place and the reception. I get my dress out of layaway in a month.

Oh, I do have the flower girl dress and my headpiece and veil left to get. Shane's stepmother is doing my flowers so that's all set to.

Now, just if August 30, 2008 was near.

Overwhelming Day

This morning, mom and I went to yard sales and then went to Panera Bread to eat. While at Panera's, which just happens to be by David's Bridal, we decided to just go in and "window" shop.

Seeing as this is my first and only wedding; I didn't know you couldn't just walk in and try on dresses. You have to register and then you have to meet with a consultant, pick out 3 gowns and then try them on.

The trying them on part was very OVERWHELMING. I mean here I was in a standard size dressing room with 3 wedding gowns and myself in it. First one I tried on was a little big(always a good feeling) and was pretty but didn't talk to me. The second one I tried on fit just right(well a little big in the breast area) and definitely said, "Buy me, I'm the one". I went ahead and tried on the third one to make sure and then tried on the second one again.

The trying on of four dresses and then parading out in front of everyone and what felt like 50 floor length mirrors was a bit much. Of course, then they made you up with your headpiece and veils. By the time we left there, I was so relieved to have made it out alive.

Needless to say, I have my wedding dress picked out and in layaway. I absolutely love it and I love my mom for being by my side. She's the best!!!

Invitation Ideas

I haven't really blogged much this week because I really don't have much to talk about.

The wedding is still over a year away, so it's not like I can give you much details about it. It's still too early to be planning; but don't get me wrong, I have ideas; just too early to make them happen.

I do have a question/request for anyone and everyone who reads my blog.

I want my wedding invitations to be different, unique, wild, etc. For example, if you get married on the beach; a unique invitation is doing your invitation as a message in a bottle. Things like that are what I'm looking for.

Since I'm not getting married on the beach, I want something different. I searched the web and I did find a really cute idea. You make your invitation to look like a movie ticket. Cute, but I'm sure done before.

If anyone has a great imagination; I would welcome your thoughts. Thanks in advance.

Date

We have set a date for the wedding. It will be August 30, 2008. I have picked out a dress; however, due to the fact of Shane occasionally reads my blog; I can't give you any details on it.

More details to follow.

I just realized, next year is a leap year!!! And we are definitely making a BIG leap.

The Proposal

As you may know, we just got back from our family vacation from Orlando, FL. We got back around 4:30 am Monday morning and of course, all immediately slept.

Later that evening after everyone was gone and it was just me and Shane; he brought out the ring. He then preceded to tell me that he carried it in his pocket to every place we went in Florida waiting for the perfect time to propose.

His plan was to propose while we dined with Shamu; however, it was so hot and everyone was so tired from all the walking, I decided against dinner with Shamu. Chance #1 ruined.

Next, we were going to a Pirates Dinner Adventure Theater and he planned on proposing there also. We were running late so he didn't get a chance to talk with anyone beforehand. Chance #2 ruined.

So, after he told me all this; he got jumped down on one knee and asked me to marry him. Of course, I said yes. He then said, "The reason I'm still down here is because that hurt like heck and I can't get up!".....hahaha

And that's how Shane proposed to me.

A Picture is Worth A Thousand Words....

Yes, that is an engagement ring and yes, Shane and I are engaged. We didn't set a date yet because it's not something we are going to rush into; but we will keep you informed when a date gets set.