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12/22/2008
Wedding cake buffet table
Wedding cake buffet table
  
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Where R U Placing Your Wedding Cake?







I kind of thought this was unique to have the wedding cake displayed at the Buffet table. That way it will be seen in one area instead of having a separate area for the wedding cake. Initially, I was thinking about setting up the wedding cake table in front of our sweetheart table.

Anyway, where are you displaying your wedding cake? Do you think it's a good idea to display it on the buffet table?

UPDATE12/25/08: No cake will be displayed at the buffet table. Thanks for you help ladies!
12/22/2008
Our Silver candlelabra
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Candelabra Buffet
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R U having one? This Will B On The Buffet Table







Love, love, love this beauty! I bought silver candlesticks and square mirror from the $Dollar store!

Pic# 2 Not as dark, but I love the concept!
12/20/2008
White Fox Fur Muff & Handwrmer Muff
my dress
White Fox Fur Muff & Handwrmer Muff
Mink Cape White Fox Trim
White Mink Cape-FoxTrim
Plus Size Cashmere Cape-Charcoal Gray
Mink Stole-Natural Grey Mink Stole
my dressWhite Fox Fur Muff & Handwrmer MuffBlue Ask a Question Help VOTE! Which Cape Do You Like Best?Mink Cape White Fox TrimWhite Mink Cape-FoxTrimPlus Size Cashmere Cape-Charcoal GrayMink Stole-Natural Grey Mink Stole
  
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Help VOTE! Which Cape Do You Like Best?







I saw these at Madison Avenue and I'm completely in love with these? May is so unpredictable. We don't know what the weather is going to be like. Mostly overcast, rainy, sunshine. Heck, when we got married 9 1/2 years ago it SNOWED!

Here is a picture of my look alike dress....

Anyway, which one do you like better? I'm going to see if I can find one simular to the best votes. Madison Avenue is quite costly... so I'd rather find a faux fur or have one made, which may be more affordable.

Here is the link if your interested:
http://www.madisonavemall.com/default.asp
12/19/2008
drama
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What should I do? Drama with ole wicked Stepmother!








What should I do ladies...I don't like, do, or associate with drama in my life, but do I really have a choice? I'm talking about 1 1/2 hours distance beween us.

She WAS married to my dad over 35 years ago and they divorce a couple years later, because she had cheated on dad. During their marriage, they had my brother, who is now deceased for 3 years now.

My dad was married twice after their divorce. He's lost both wives to weird deaths, one lukemia and the other one unknown. After the death of this last wife 4 years ago, he somehow hooked back up with Irene (my stepmother)..I don't know...lonely?



She's not attractive at all and he calls her SEAHORSE (LOL), anyway...On the serious side, he moved Irene into his new home 3 years ago, because of my brothers death (I think)? Ever since she's been under his roof, she's been a total JACK ASS to me, my husband and kids. She makes sure that every visit is an unpleasurable one, by hiding remotes to t.v.'s, jimmy riggin equipment to not work, keeping the air conditioner running all night long at 68 degrees (freezing), preparing breakfast for just him and her...Not even asking (us) or my kids if thier hungry or want anything, not even asking (us) if we would like to run to the store for etc...The list goes on and on...It's even at the point that my 3 children don't want to visit...We only go over there 2 x's a year! His birthday and superbowl! It's not like we're just hanging out every weekend, mouth...Believe me, her folks be there! They can stay the night, eat, or even move in her ghetto nephew to live with them for a year!

If she so happens to rush and answer the phone first, she claims dad's outside, busy, my calls are blocked.

YESTERDAY LAST STRAW?: Dad came by to drop off the Xmas gifts for the children, before going up North to Reno for the holidays (2 weeks). Irene did not come in! SHE DIDN'T WAVE, SHE DIDN'T CRACK HER WINDOW TO SAY, MERRY XMAS, OR NOTHING!

I was hurt, by her ugliness! My husband is also furious about what just taken place. My hubby asked dad, "Hey, she didn't come in..She's out in the cold?" My dad laughed it off, "She's in the car listening to her music and smoking a cigarette." He made up excuses for her! Is that a reason to not wave, express holiday cheer? I have never disrespected Irene, or call her out of character, or rolled my eyes!

My dad has prostate cancer and is having surgery January 29th and I wanted to help him out during this time, but he made it clear yesterday, that he'll be coming down a week before the surgery to spend time with (us) and the kids. Sounds like he doesn't want me to come to his house?

My question is....Our reception! Should she and her family be invited to the wedding? Honestly, I feel really uncomfortable about her attitude and don't know how to address this issue? Should I confront her about her ugliness? Should I confront dad on this? Should I act like this never happened? Keep in mind, dad is an alcoholic....He mostly don't remember, or chooses not to...
12/19/2008
champagnecandles
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Going Down!
What R U Planning On Your Wedding Nite?







Here are a few ideas up my sleeve on the wedding/anniversary night. Since we'll have a kitchenette in our suite, all this will be chilled and awaiting for our arrival!

Chocolate covered Strawberries
Marshmallows
champagne
honey
whipped cream
candles




12/18/2008
Candle holders 002
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DIY Wedding
Candle Holders... Another Blinging Up Deal for $2.00!








I was lucky to find these at Goodwill for $1.00 each! I added some bling rhinestones... I really love these and their are 14 inches tall. These will go on the buffet table.
12/18/2008
Chris Basket Ball 002
Chris Basket Ball 002
Christain setting it up
Proud me at game
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Inspiration Board
NWR, So proud...here's my baby boy!


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Look how tall he is? 5'10", born at 8 lbs. 5 oz.. 14 years ago.

Wow, I just really looked at him recently, I mean really looked at him and he's really growing up! A month ago, he made the high school basketball team as guard and three point shooter! They've won 4 out of 6 games and came in 2nd place on Saturday at the Championships! His coach is bumping him up to JV next week! That's why I haven't been blogging daily...LOL Yes, that's my homemade shirt with the #15 on the back to represent him at the games.




Baller




Watch out NBA! He's going to take care of momma...even though he thinks he's to oldto kiss me in the picture. After knowing that I care so deeply about his future, he appreciates me yelling out there for him and his team, then he cuddles with me and kisses me goodnight.

Ohhhhhh,were's the kleenex!
12/17/2008
Hurricane Cylinders 022
Party Shakers Tiffany Boxes
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Before Blinging
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DIY Wedding
Found Cylinders and Hurricanes for .99-$2.00!







Went by the Goodwill ladies...you know me! The Budget Queen grabbed them and had to add some bling to them. I didn't want to do to much to them, because the Tiffany created boxes will sit on top of them as centerpieces. I didn't want to take away from the boxes to much. But hey, for less than $2.00? I love it!

Pic #1 Tiffany created boxes that will go on top of cylinders and hurricanes for height.
12/14/2008
We're-So-ExcitedLogo
We're-So-ExcitedLogo
  
Answer 2 Our Reception Programs
After all votes...We're going with this!







Thanks ladies for all your input on the schedule order of reception programs. There were good choices, so were going to do them this way and why?

Mingle-Greet
Renewal of Vows
First Dance of 10 years, Momma Dance
Word Search
Blessing of Food
Buffet Dinner-(please assist your children)
Anniversary Toast (Champagne or Sparkling Cider)
Cake Cutting (while being served, start with Anniversary Blessing)
Anniversary Blessing from Guests
(less than2 minutes each)
Lucky Bouquet
Garter Surprise
Open Dancing until 9:00 p.m.

1. 1st dance immediately after the vows, so that we'll have the attention of the guests. I hate it when there is plates clapping and noises in background.

2. Buffet Dinner Please Assist your children! Yes, that's right...I hate it when kids be unsupervised and pile so much food on their plates and don't even eat it!

3. Cake Cutting so our pictures will take place right before speeches and blessings from guests, that way the cake can be sliced while thier doing speeches.

4. Open dancing after activities, dance their legs off!


12/13/2008
Silver Glitter Letters 006
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DIY Wedding
Bling...Bling...The Wording Is Completed!







Wooden letters to bling! Very simple and quick. Added silver glitter and let the dry over night. Whola!

Notes:
Welcome word will be at the entrance with the Crystal Tree and boxes.

The others will be on the buffet table with the table runners and silver glitter wine glasses.

rodrhonda4ever

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10 Year Anniversary (Renewal of Wedding Vows)
Elks Lodge Vallejo, CA
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10 Year Anniversary~May 1st! A budget of $2,000.00 for 70 guests! Look at my magic and ways of saving? Theme is Tiffany & Co. Colors: Tiffany Aqua, Platinum, diamond white. Renewing Vows, reception~dinner~dance on 23rd. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ NOW: PLANNING 15 YEAR ANNIVERSARY/RENEWALS 5/2014 NEW BLOG AT: Ourrenewalsagain at WBC and my website: www.WeddingBellTalk.com
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