My mother rocks. She's been great in helping to get things going, making calls to various churches in Washington to get rates and information.
We decided to be wed at the local Episcopalian church, Church of the Mediator, by a lovely lady named Rev. (Dr.) Denni Moss. It's a small church, and they're happy to let us do a rehearsal the night before, have Troy play the Wedding March on their piano, use one of their halls for the reception, and serve beer and wine. It doesn't seem like a stuffy, religiously conservative church, which was important. It's perfect for us!
By random chance last night, Brandon and I found ourselves watching "My Best Friend's Wedding" on television, throughout which Brandon made snide comments. However, we both ended up identifying with Cameron Diaz's character when she said (I'm paraphrasing), "I've been all over the world. I want to be with my husband on our honeymoon, and I don't care where that is. That's what makes it a honeymoon!" This led us to conclude that Savannah, GA - a place we've been before and loved, has an easygoing air, access to a beach, delicious food, and is far-removed from hustle and bustle - would be a great choice for our honeymoon. It's no Cabo or Paris, but it's us.
In keeping with the simplicity of everything, we've decided to start a Honeymoon Fund on (hold onto your hats, as this name is brain-explodingly adorable) Honeyfund.com. You can check it out here. We are planning to drive down to Savannah for four nights and five days and stay at our favorite bed and breakfast. It will just be nice to recouperate after all of the festivities. We both felt that we have everything we need to live a normal married life, given that we've been living in sin for about four years already. We wanted to make the registry simple for us, easy for our guests, and fun.
In other news, Hayley has officially agreed to be my Maid of Honor and (drumroll, please) OUR CAKE BAKER! She is an amazing baker but is very nervous about the process. I keep saying that as long as Brandon and I are married at the end of the day, that's what's important. If the cake melts or falls over or isn't flawless, nobody is going to cry. We want Hayley to be creative and have fun with it - and we SO, SO appreciate her willingness to take on such a huge task in addition to her Maid of Honor title. She's the best sister in the world.
Wish us luck as we continue the process into the next layer of all the small details that into planning a big celebration. Will write again soon!
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
A Week After the Engagement...
I have made the solemn promise, both inwardly and out loud to many people, that I will not become a Bridezilla. For one thing, Brandon and I don't have the budget to support any diva-like behavior from me. For another, nobody likes a rotten bride.
Nevertheless, given my let's-get-this-going nature, I have started full-force planning our wedding. That's right: and we got engaged last week. I just can't stand the idea of leaving things to the last minute, so I'd rather get as much out of the way now as I possibly can. Plus, if you're early in the process and generally relaxed about the outcome, it can be pretty fun.
The deets so far are as follows:
Planning on an August 1st, 2009 wedding.
It will be held in Washington, GA.
We're planning to have the ceremony (and possibly the reception) in one of the non-Baptist churches in town.
Maid of Honor: Hayley Colvard (who has yet to be asked whether she will accept this honor, but being my sister, she may have no choice)
Bridesmaid: Katie Jones
Hoping to have bro Troy Colvard play the piano/organ/whatever, if he's willing. I've been thinking a Kenny G-like sax solo may be in order, but Troy may disagree.
Wedding colors: Burgundy and Light Yellow
Fair warning: This will be a very casual affair. Those expecting a country club wedding filled with champagne fountains and ice sculptures will be disappointed. We are barbecue-eating, liquor-and-beer-drinking, craft-making, Wal-Mart-shopping folks. No, I won't be duct-taping the dress, but neither of us have any intention of making this wedding the bane of anyone's existence. This is meant to be a fun celebration of our love and commitment, and that's how we hope to keep it!
Brandon and I chose our wedding colors over the weekend, when Katie came to visit. She's been an amazing help, and a huge reason we've started the planning process so soon. Katie lives in the A-T-L most of the time, and we'll be planning everything from New York. Katie and my mom have been instrumental in giving ideas and offering help wherever needed.
Naturally, since my best friend was visiting and probably won't be back up here until May, we had to go dress shopping. And let's be frank: that's the most fun of this whole process, minus, perhaps, the cocktail and cake tasting. While Brandon was at work, Katie and I headed to David's Bridal today to test the waters... and we left with the perfect dress! I know, I know. I'm hasty. But it's beautiful! I'll leave the design to the imagination, but I think it's wonderful.
More details to follow in the coming months. While it's unreasonable to think that this wedding won't bring its share of stress, it's Brandon's and my goal to make it as simple a process as can be hoped for. Wish us luck!
Nevertheless, given my let's-get-this-going nature, I have started full-force planning our wedding. That's right: and we got engaged last week. I just can't stand the idea of leaving things to the last minute, so I'd rather get as much out of the way now as I possibly can. Plus, if you're early in the process and generally relaxed about the outcome, it can be pretty fun.
The deets so far are as follows:
Planning on an August 1st, 2009 wedding.
It will be held in Washington, GA.
We're planning to have the ceremony (and possibly the reception) in one of the non-Baptist churches in town.
Maid of Honor: Hayley Colvard (who has yet to be asked whether she will accept this honor, but being my sister, she may have no choice)
Bridesmaid: Katie Jones
Hoping to have bro Troy Colvard play the piano/organ/whatever, if he's willing. I've been thinking a Kenny G-like sax solo may be in order, but Troy may disagree.
Wedding colors: Burgundy and Light Yellow
Fair warning: This will be a very casual affair. Those expecting a country club wedding filled with champagne fountains and ice sculptures will be disappointed. We are barbecue-eating, liquor-and-beer-drinking, craft-making, Wal-Mart-shopping folks. No, I won't be duct-taping the dress, but neither of us have any intention of making this wedding the bane of anyone's existence. This is meant to be a fun celebration of our love and commitment, and that's how we hope to keep it!
Brandon and I chose our wedding colors over the weekend, when Katie came to visit. She's been an amazing help, and a huge reason we've started the planning process so soon. Katie lives in the A-T-L most of the time, and we'll be planning everything from New York. Katie and my mom have been instrumental in giving ideas and offering help wherever needed.
Naturally, since my best friend was visiting and probably won't be back up here until May, we had to go dress shopping. And let's be frank: that's the most fun of this whole process, minus, perhaps, the cocktail and cake tasting. While Brandon was at work, Katie and I headed to David's Bridal today to test the waters... and we left with the perfect dress! I know, I know. I'm hasty. But it's beautiful! I'll leave the design to the imagination, but I think it's wonderful.
More details to follow in the coming months. While it's unreasonable to think that this wedding won't bring its share of stress, it's Brandon's and my goal to make it as simple a process as can be hoped for. Wish us luck!
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