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Wedding Plans & Honeymoons
Jan. 26th, 2010 09:28 pmThe wedding planning has begun. Eegads! I've started looking at articles/websites for ideas on backyard and at-home weddings. So far, the plan is to - as you can read - at the homestead.
I've already learned some important things from the websites I've perused so far. Definitely going to have to contact the rental company we used a few Thanksgivings ago. Also, I've got to stop at the recommended landscapers to start things from that side. If money permits, I'm thinking of putting in the shrubs in the back and only "decorating" the front area where the actual ceremony/reception will occur. Although I would consider the far back yard IF we could quickly block out the view of the neighbors and whatnot as it is fairly level there as well. The latter plan would require the removal of some trees, cleanup of leaves/twigs, and fresh plantings; whereas the prior would include tree trimming, cleanup of leaves/twigs, etc, and fresh plantings. Both areas are relatively level, but there is more to cover up and/or hide in the back... but the front area is pretty much over the septic tank. Opinions?
Anybody out there ever been to a morning wedding with a light brunch/lunch buffet? Was it nice? Anybody out there ever been to a really casual wedding? What was it like?
Really, I don't know where to go with this other than start at the beginning.
The honeymoon on the other hand. Planning that has been super easy. If you are a fan of theatre and of Wil the Shake... you would LOVE what I've got set up so far. Now. If there is any way I can get a bunch of cases of mead to sip from between the wedding and honeymoon. The first is happening in the beginning of June, the second is scheduled for the beginning of October. Why? It is easier to take time off of work that way -- and -- it is going to be easier to finance (theoretically) when planned as separate events.
So... Any advice on how to stay sane this year?
Oh. So. As an established couple that's been together eight years and bought a house together... Would it be acceptable to request cash to help pay for the event? We don't need/want to go the whole traditional registry route and I have been liking gift cards less and less as time goes on (it locks you into buying something at a specific store, etc). HELP!
I've already learned some important things from the websites I've perused so far. Definitely going to have to contact the rental company we used a few Thanksgivings ago. Also, I've got to stop at the recommended landscapers to start things from that side. If money permits, I'm thinking of putting in the shrubs in the back and only "decorating" the front area where the actual ceremony/reception will occur. Although I would consider the far back yard IF we could quickly block out the view of the neighbors and whatnot as it is fairly level there as well. The latter plan would require the removal of some trees, cleanup of leaves/twigs, and fresh plantings; whereas the prior would include tree trimming, cleanup of leaves/twigs, etc, and fresh plantings. Both areas are relatively level, but there is more to cover up and/or hide in the back... but the front area is pretty much over the septic tank. Opinions?
Anybody out there ever been to a morning wedding with a light brunch/lunch buffet? Was it nice? Anybody out there ever been to a really casual wedding? What was it like?
Really, I don't know where to go with this other than start at the beginning.
The honeymoon on the other hand. Planning that has been super easy. If you are a fan of theatre and of Wil the Shake... you would LOVE what I've got set up so far. Now. If there is any way I can get a bunch of cases of mead to sip from between the wedding and honeymoon. The first is happening in the beginning of June, the second is scheduled for the beginning of October. Why? It is easier to take time off of work that way -- and -- it is going to be easier to finance (theoretically) when planned as separate events.
So... Any advice on how to stay sane this year?
Oh. So. As an established couple that's been together eight years and bought a house together... Would it be acceptable to request cash to help pay for the event? We don't need/want to go the whole traditional registry route and I have been liking gift cards less and less as time goes on (it locks you into buying something at a specific store, etc). HELP!
