Activity for Valerie

After yesterday's meltdown, I thought I was going to settle for a dress I saw that looked very good on me, but I didn't love. Well today, with FH in tow, I found THE dress! It was so funny, cause I had seen another dress that I totally liked (with a...

I was dress shopping this evening with my mom and sister. I try on the one I had my eye on when I came in the store and was shocked that it looked REALLY good on me. I mean, it fit very nicely, felt really light, and was overall beautiful. I thought...

I feel like I got a lot done today! Really it was just scheduling vendor appointments and sending out inquiries. I have a full week coming up! I have appointments with 2 coordinators, 1 photographer, and 2 cake tastings. I also emailed a florist who...

So I am 6 months out and haven't found a dress. Sure, I haven't looked much but I just am not getting any enjoyment out of this whole experience, which makes me NOT want to shop for one. So I am thinking of taking one of a few actions, and would...

I haven't picked my colors yet. I was drawn to purples/blues and other pastel shades, but when my groom saw a tux with a very nice light gold vest and tie, he REALLY liked it. I don't think that light gold/champagne color would go with the things I...

I went to a bridal show today with FH, mom, and 2 bridesmaids... You should have seen those girls run wild *shakes head* I really think they are 100 times more excited about everything than I am, haha! My mom even won a floral arrangement and gift...

Huzzah! One wedding thing down, a MILLION to go! We put the deposit on the venue today and I am finally ready to start planning. I guess 6 months before the wedding is a good time to start, right? I better find a dress quick (that is my next HUGE...

I almost did a faceplant today at work.... tripped over some cords and landed on my knees at a staff meeting. Luckily, we have nurses on our staff, and they got me set up with ice packs and a pillow in a few minutes. But man, do my knees hurt! I can...

A neighbor a couple of houses down from me had a bunch of junk out by her trash cans, and I saw 3 nice, simple, wicker baskets just sitting there. Now, everyone knows stuff on the curb means it is for free, right? So now I have potential flower girl...

I LOVE coffee! I seriously want it all the time. It is my first thought when I wake up. Even when FH is cuddling me, I'm thinking, "How can I get out of this without waking him up so I can start the coffee pot?"

So FH had an idea for us to do a "his and hers" style blog about planning our wedding, since there is usually nothing from the groom's point of view. We've spent the last few days trying to think of a clever name, but haven't come up with anything....

I got the call from the last person I was waiting to hear from, so now I have a wedding party! 1 Matron of Honor (sister), and 3 Bridesmaids (sister, SIL, and good friend). Whew, I feel a huge load off my shoulders! Maybe I'll do a newsletter like...

I'm FINALLY feeling good about starting to wedding plan. I don't know why it is giving me so much anxiety, but today was the first time I actually got excited about a wedding-related thing working out. I think I have my venue (just need to go make...

I am trying to figure out how to tell vendors about my vision for my wedding and it is hard to put into words. I know I'm not a diva/glam bride, or a Martha Stewart-perfect bride. I am non-traditional but conservative. Simple but classy. I want a DIY...

Since I didn't win the contest for a free wedding (booo), I think I need a "pick-me-up" purchase. Nothing like a little retail therapy to keep you on the positive side! I want to buy something wedding related since I have to start planning from...