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Wembly
Dedicated August 2014

Getting Married in August? Anyone else feel like they need more time?

Wembly, on February 11, 2014 at 1:30 AM Posted in Community Conversations 0 21

I am getting married the first weekend in August. Yes it is approximately 5.5 months away and yes I am fairly organized but I feel like I need more time! Does anyone else feel this way? My maids and friends keep telling me I have lots of time but my head is swimming with all my "to do's". I have been in weddings before and have seen the last minute rushes and the brides breaking down which I have been trying to avoid by being ahead of schedule, however, I feel like I either need more help or more time! Only one of my 7 bridesmaids has bought their dress which has me a little stressed as the stores keep saying mid February is the deadline. I'm trying to be relaxed but am actually feeling very panicked now. Is this normal or am I losing it?

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Latest activity by Wembly, on February 13, 2014 at 6:59 PM
  • Laudie
    Master October 2013
    Laudie ·
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    I think this is completely normal! Just continue using the WW checklist to help guide you on your timeline and everything should work out!

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  • Barbara
    Master September 2014
    Barbara ·
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    Yes! I am getting married about a month after you, and time seems to have gone in over-drive!!

    We probably do have plenty of time, though-- just FEELS like we don't!

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  • Jenn
    Expert August 2014
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    Need more time to work my ass off hahahaha

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  • Me and Mr. B
    VIP August 2014
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    I really just want the day to be here. I only have a few things left to do. Meet with the DJ is the biggie on my list right now, weather has been preventing that. My photographer is flaky but I like her. I only need tuxes but I know what style and colors, need BM dresses but that is it.

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  • OregonEmily
    Master August 2014
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    Right now I feel like I have a lot of time. But when I see how much everyone else has done, I start getting nervous. I have most all of my big stuff done; just need to obsess over all of the little details.

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  • Jae
    Master June 2014
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    Guys, it goes by fast... just sayin!

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  • Traci
    Devoted August 2014
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    I am worried about the little things. I am going through the dress stage right now. my FH wardrobe almost complete, Maids have their orders and are supposed to be ordering their dresses asap, I have make up on order and I meet with my wedding planner next month. I feel like i am always missing something and I am having issues with finding my I DO dress. Also bought my first swim suit have 2 more to go. i am like you I keep being told that I have time but in my mind i feel like i am running out of time. I want to book flights now but FH is like wait we have time

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  • Mrs. Captain America
    VIP June 2014
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    I feel ya, I have less than 4 months now and I'm getting anxious. All I can say is follow checklists!

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  • Arik
    Devoted August 2014
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    Oooo wedding weekend twins and a date twin!!! We still have a ton to do...but more so paying and then smaller things like favors, wedding bags for the out of town guests and figuring out what gifts we are going to give our wedding party and parents...You are not alone though, I feel like there is still a lot to do. Time will be here before we know it!

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  • Storm <3 Kosman
    Master August 2014
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    I'm doing well, but I'm keeping things very simple.

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  • Wembly
    Dedicated August 2014
    Wembly ·
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    I am glad I'm not the only one. I have most everything done, (all the big stuff) but fretting about centre pieces as my "vision" is going to cost too much and I am doing these things myself. So back to the drawing board. I think I am trying to make sure everything is done so that I don't have to delegate too much to my bridesmaids. I just feel my head spinning when I look at the calendar. What gets done gets done....I have to remind myself it isn't about centre pieces..it's about the marriage, everything else is gravy.

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  • Cheryl
    Savvy August 2014
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    I think I'm on track so I'm not freaking out...yet.

    It's quote normal though so just keep up with your checklist Smiley smile

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  • heidi
    Super August 2014
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    That checklist is a life saver. Lol

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  • Rubicole
    VIP August 2014
    Rubicole ·
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    Hey Date Twin!!

    I'm getting nervous too; not much "down time" now. I'm making the invitations and other paper products myself (cut the paper, draw the design, add the layers, etc). I'm in the middle of paper-cutting, and need to find a printer.

    MOH, and mom's dresses are in the cross-hairs

    DJ and Cupcakes are to be booked within the next week or so.

    Don't forget!! There's a whole month's worth of To-Do's in August, but we don't have August to do them! So, just assume you're always a month behind like me! LOL No pressure :-/

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  • Amanda
    Beginner August 2014
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    Oooohhh I am soooo glad I am not the only one feeling like it's closing in!!! I know...lots of time but for this DIY bride i'm terrified to have the attitude of lots of time. The checklist seems a little off before it would allow me to check something off now there is no check box...it says I need to create my website but I have!

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  • Wembly
    Dedicated August 2014
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    Eeek Rubicoke! I do feel that way. I have designed the invites but then panicked today because I realized I have to make pockets for the inserts. Then thinking about envelopes and where to get nice ones....anyone have any thoughts? I am in Canada so maybe Michaels?

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  • Amanda
    Beginner August 2014
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    I have made mine as well Smiley smile I just have the the reply cards to do. Look online you can get some great ones for a better price than you would at michaels and I do believe they only have kits to print on...http://www.cardsandpockets.com/weddingpocketinvitations.aspx?gclid=CM3nm5qUyLwCFeg-MgodukwAbA

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  • The Farrells
    Just Said Yes August 2014
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    I'm feeling the same way but I think I'm just ready for it to all be over. LOL. Still haven't chosen invites. I like the pocket ones too

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  • Wembly
    Dedicated August 2014
    Wembly ·
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    I get that too...let it be over!

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  • Macksgirl
    Master August 2014
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    Don't worry girl- everything will get done and your wedding will be beautiful! I deff know the feeling though, 5 months is a long time, but not in the wedding world! Just follow your weddingwire checklist. I always look at it and it makes me feel better! Smiley smile

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