This is ssap8412's Purple Wedding!

Hello Ladies!!
I can not believe it has been almost a month since my last blog post...It feels like just yesterday that I found my dress, and was writing to all of you with excitement. It's been a busy month, with wedding planning, house hunting, and Christmas shopping, I don't think I came up for air until now...haha jk. With the holidays around the corner, I will soon have some time off work, to catch up, and organize myself again.

I had originally planned to have the following completed by the end of the year:
1. Decor
2. Flowers
3. Transportation
**sigh** 1 out of 3 isn't bad.. I just booked my Decor on Thursday. I'm extremely happy with the choices we made. We decided on a champagne colored table linen, and deep plum chair covers, with matching napkins and glass/gold beaded charger plates (included in the package) FH came along with me. I Thank God, he was there, because I really did want his opinion. And when the Decor consultant began to show me all of the chair covers, and linen options, I was overwhelmed. Decisions Decisions...So when that happened, I looked up at FH and he smiles, and eases my mind, and heart, so I can think clearly again...I'm so lucky to have him by my side. When all is said and done, I know our Wedding will be beautiful, because it's "Our Day" and that's all that matters, but as a Bride you still always want everything to flow, and look beautiful. You know? As Brides I think we worry about the little details, we put so much time and effort into the little things, that we want to make sure it's all perfect... *smiling*

So Flowers and Transportation have not yet been booked.
Transportation mainly because I have not yet found the right vendor, who has the Coach Bus I'm looking for..(My Bridal party all together, is 14 people, I want us to be comfortable the day of the Wedding, not squished together..lol) and.....I can be honest here, and admit that I am being super picky with my florist!! Flowers mean a lot to me, so I'm still searching for the right Florist, that will create beautiful arrangements and centrepieces, but yet still stay with in my budget...(FH does not agree with spending money on flowers, or too much on it because they die..) But I think Flowers make the room and are a great way to set the tone or mood, of the event.

So I guess both will have to wait until January...I can't believe in 2 weeks, I will actually be able to say "I'M GETTING MARRIED THIS YEAR!!" crazy..how fast time is flying by.

Thanks for Reading :)
xoxo

Hello Ladies,
I can officially say I FOUND MY DRESS! And it feels great, I had a second appointment on Monday at one of the Bridal Salons I had already been to once before, but had no luck. I really believe the reason why I didn't find my dress the first time is because I felt rushed and confused. It was a Saturday morning and the place was packed with Brides to Be. With all the girls, and commotion it just didn't feel right. So my Mother and I took an afternoon off work, and went back.

This time I was the only Bride to Be there and it felt great, I really did get that one on one time with my consultant. She listened to what I was looking for, and flipped through the pages and pages of dress ideas I brought in. It was the Third dress she brought into my room, that became MY dress. I tried it on, and I didn't want to take it off. She felt like a dream come true. The dress is all lace, trumpet style, has a very romantic, glamorous feel to it. The second I looked into the mirror, I knew it was the one. And when she put the veil on me, I started to cry. My mother started to cry and she could not stop playing with my train. Love Love Love. I was so excited, I kept dancing around in it.

Some changes will need to be made, because the dress itself had everything I wanted in terms of silhouette, lace, buttons in the back, material. But the bodice was not sweetheart, (and I really want sweetheart) so my consultant told me that's not a problem at all, they can alter the top, to make it what I want! So the dress has officially been ordered, and now I have to wait for it to come in. I want to go back again and again to try her on.
The day after I found it, I went back with my future mother in law. I really wanted her to see it too. She having two boys will never have the experience of dress shopping for a Bride, so I thought it would be a really special time for us. Going back to try it on again just confirmed my love for it. My mother in law to be, cried too! She said my Fiancé is going to love it, and that I looked like a dream! :):):) So happy!
I'm not going to post any pictures of me in the dress, just in case FH gets nosey. lol But I'm posting pictures of the dress that are on-line, (BUT I don't think it even does it justice) Also keep in mind the on-line pictures are different from what I'm getting, the bodice will be changed, and the belt will be different..(no bow in the back for me) My dress will have a blingy belt..but sewn in. I can't wait to see how it all turns out! I love sharing this experience with all of you...
The month of November is almost gone, and my wedding do-list is far from over, but I can truly say with all my heart, and with a big smile on my face...that my biggest to do and stress so far of finding my dress is OVER!!
Thanks for reading. :)
xoxo

To-Do List....
It's Nine months till the Wedding... (making lists helps me get things done, and plus crossing them off, makes me feel like I'm getting somewhere and accomplishing something.)

This Month:
1. Book Florist
2. Book Decor
3. Book Venue for Bridal Shower
4. Search/Purchase Wedding Bands
5. Sign Up for Marriage Classes
6. Research Wedding Invitations
7. Research bomboniere (party favors)
8. and....the most important FIND MY DRESS!!!!!! (feeling the pressure)

(Not to mention, START CHRISTMAS SHOPPING, the sooner I'm done this, the sooner I can get back to planning. :)

Okay, I probably shouldn't do this..BUT I work better under pressure. So I'm giving myself a deadline...I need to find my dress by the end of November. I keep stressing about it, and I know it is supposed to be an exciting time, and trying on dresses is supposed to be a lot of fun. But I've tried on ALOT of dresses now, and still have not found the ONE. I'm going back to one of the Bridal Salons I previously went too, they have a lot of selection, they were very helpful and carry most of the designers I love, so I feel as though, I'm destined to find it there...
I'm posting some of my favourites dresses, something about each of them catches my eye. They each have elements that I love....lace, bling, tulle, fun, romantic and whimsical. I know I'm going to have to start narrowing it down. I'm trying to figure out, I'm trying to discover what silhouette I like, but it is very hard. I can be sexy, and sweet, I can be fun and elegant....I want my dress to be a little bit of all of thee above...
Does that make sense? Is that so much to ask for? lol (maybe)

So to all my WBC Ladies..I want your opinions. I want to hear what you have to say....Please help. :) I posted alot of dresses...
Thanks in advance for all your help, be honest. None of the dresses I'm posting are "my dress"....well not yet. lol I will be going into the Bridal Salon in the next week..to try them all on.
Thanks for reading
Sabrina

Hello Lovely WBC Ladies!
I'm hoping one of you can help me, or maybe more than one. I've been noticing alot of Bride to Be Blog profiles, with different backgrounds? Images, as well personalized profiles with different coloured writing...How do they do it? I've tried to figure it out myself, but I thought I'd ask around and see if anyone had the answer, or any advice.
I absolutely love it! :)
Thank you!

I feel so blessed to have them in my life, they give me so much support, guidance and love. They are always here for me, for the big things and small. But most of all...they always have my best interest at heart, and also watch my back. Because of these woman, I am who I am today. They individually have touched my life in so many ways, and collectively they are my wonderful Bridesmaids, family, and life long friends. I thought they needed some recognition on my blog, because they are so important to me.

My Bridesmaids: (In order how they appear in the photograph)

My Sister-in-Law Antonella: My brother and I are 11 years apart, so my Sister-in-law Antonella has been in my life, for as long as I can remember. She has watched me grow, and has always been there for me. Growing up I always looked up to her, and I still do. She is an amazing wife and mother. She is the most honest person I know, and when I need an honest opinion, she will be the one to give it to me. She's also my hairdresser, so she will be doing my hair the day of my wedding...thank god for that. :)

My Best Friend and Maid Of Honor Vicky: Vicky, is my everything. I've always said to my Fiance Alex, that Vicky and him are the Loves of my Life. She is my sister, from another mister. lol She has always been there for me, she knows me better than myself, and has a heart of gold. I knew from the moment Alex proposed that she would be my MOH. She is the most amazing friend a girl could ever ask for. She is beautiful inside and out, and I am so honoured to have her by my side.

My Cousin Jessica: Jessica and I are a year apart, we have been a part of eachother's lives, since she was born, we have been inseparable ever since, she lives in walking distance from me, so we spend a lot of nights going for walks, talking and talking.The conversations never end. She makes me laugh more than anyone else I know. She will make my smile no matter what the situation. She makes light of any bad situation, and I look to her to bring me up, when I'm feeling down, she will always be there to listen.

My Great Friend Nicole: Nicole and I have been friends since Highschool, we went to University together, and have been close ever since. Nicole's boyfriend and Alex are very close friends, (Alex introduced them) so we are often together. She's my Teacher. She is the voice of reason, and also the go-to girl for any advice about Weddings. Like myself, Nicole loves weddings. She is creative and full of great ideas.

My Future Sister-in-Law Cristina: Cristina is my sissy from another missy.lol We always say that two brothers fell in love with two woman, who were seperated at birth. We are so similar, it's crazy. Cristina is the happiest girl I know, there is never a silent moment when we are together. The chatter never ends (the boys love it. lol)
I can always count on her optimism, support and guidance. I'm so happy that in less than a year, I can officially call her my sister, even though from the moment we met, we have been attached at the hip. She always knows how to make me smile, reminding me of silly in-side jokes that have happened.

My adorable Niece Bianca: My niece Bianca is Six years old, almost Seven. When Alex and I first started dating, she was just born. He has been part of her life, for as long as she can remember. She already looks at him, like he's her uncle. She looks up to him, and when I watch them play, or I see how she looks at him, my heart melts. I love it. Bianca makes me smile, and I love her more than words can say...I've given Biance the choice as to whether or not she wants to be a flower girl, or junior bridesmaid. She has not decided yet. She likes the idea of looking like me, (the bride to be) But also like her Mommy (Antonella.) So we shall see. I don't think she's too old to be my flower girl! But it's up to her.

Just talking about all of them individually makes me smile, and cry. I'm a very lucky girl.

Like most girls, I've been dreaming about my wedding day since I was a little girl. I never dreamed that I would be this confused about everything. I've been engaged for almost four months, and for the most part the planning is coming along, slowly yet surely. BUT...the one part that keeps hanging over my head... is that I have not found my dress yet. I keep hearing that "my dress is the most important, and you plan your wedding around your dress".. that it is "the most important and photographed outfit I will ever wear" and it's scaring me to death!!
I don't want to make the wrong decision, I always pictured myself in one silhouette, and now looking at all the options, I'm torn. Mermaid, Fit and Flare, Ballgown..Trumpet...and the list goes on, as you all know.
I went to a few bridal salons, and tried on about ten dresses or so. And even though my Mom loved every single one. I didn't get that feeling...I didn't fall in love with any. Does that "Say yes to the Dress" feeling really happen? Am I supposed to know when it's the ONE?
Maybe sometimes...that feeling doesn't happpen. Or am I just being pessimistic?
How do you know, its the one? One of the Bridal salons I went too, the sales lady actually said to me..."well,at the end of the day, your just going to have to pick one!" I was discouraged and left the salon immediately. Do I have to settle? I don't want too... :( *tear.
I've looked online at so many designers, and different dresses, and the more and more I look the more confused I get.
Thanks for listening...

I always new that my wedding colours would be shades of purple, it's been my favourite colour since I was a little girl. Over the years my favourite shade of purple has changed. I used to really love lilac, lavendar shades of purple, but now the more plum, eggplant shades of purple stand out to me more.
I love these dresses, by Enzoani! The dresses to me, are elegant, fun and classy...all in one! :)
My MOH will be the only one in a longer gown! I want her to stand out!!

The other girls will be in shorter dresses..
I love all three of the dresses, that I posted for the bridesmaids. The girls love them too! But we haven't made a decision yet. So I'd like to hear from all of My WBC Brides...what do you think? What option for Bridemaid dresses do you like better? Also keep in mind that the black belt you see in each of the pictures, or black detail, comes in a lighter tone of ivory or champagne belts. So we might be looking into that as well..because that's my colour scheme... :)

Thanks for your help ladies!!

We love Summer! So a Summer Wedding, just seemed right for us. Believe it or not, in 2012...Alex and I will be celebrating along with 9 other couples we know who are getting married. We had to take a lot into consideration when booking our wedding date, with church and hall. We did this because we wanted to, not because other couples asked us. Each couple is important to us, some family, some friends, and we want to be part of their special day, as much as we want them to be a part of ours. So we decided on August 4th 2012, all signs pointed to yes. The Hall we loved had the date available, and my Church had the time of ceremony we preferred. So all the puzzle pieces fit together.
But then we realized it was a long weekend, what do we do now? We, like any other couple...love our long weekends, especially in the Summer. But did that mean we shouldn't pick that as our Date? We didn't think so. The way we see it, people have an extra day now to recuperate from all the FUN!! August 4th...fit perfectly for us, and Our Summer wedding, will be a long weekend party! :)
Just in case though, because we know people do make summer plans, cottages, trips etc. We sent out Save the Dates. So people know about our Wedding date with enough notice. :)

Thanks for reading. :)

So after almost seven years, Alex and I had discussed obviously getting married. But I never saw it coming...

Alex is my Fisherman! Because of him, I spend most spring, summer and some Fall weekends, up north on his Boat. I love being out on the water. He fishes for 90% of the day, and I read, relax , and tan for most of it. We make a great team. lol

So....Alex has a weekend planned for us, we are going up north to one of our favourite spots, Honey Harbour. Honey Harbour has become one of our second homes, we love it there, and its where we shared alot of special moments together.

Nothing out of the ordinary, because we go there alot in the summer. So this Spring, it's Bass Opener...and Alex has it planned for us to stay the weekend. I am usually his Bass opener partner, so I really truly didn't think anything of it. We get up there on the Friday night, and we are staying until Sunday. I didn't realize it at the time, but looking back now, I can't imagine how nervous he must of been on the drive up, for almost 2 and half hours.
We get to the cottage, where we are staying for the weekend, unload the truck and boat, and then I'm ready to go in and relax. He suggests we go out on the water, (I guess I almost ruined it for myself, because I said..."but Bass opener does not start until tomorrow, can't we wait until morning" ) He insisted we go for a boat ride. I was surprised he wanted to go out, but agreed anyway. We went to one of our usual spots, where the water is calm, noone else is ever around, and scenery is stunning.
He stops the boat, gets up and goes to the front of the boat where his tackle and trolling motor is. (He had to remind himself what his usual fishing routine was lol) I sat there in my seat, as usual, watching him set up, getting ready to cast. I noticed he was looking for something. So I asked him "what are you looking for baby?" and he said..."I can't find a certain lure I want to use?, Can you help me?, Maybe its in the bag behind you?" So I turn around, and start looking in a bag of lures he brought up with him. Then he says "I found it!" pulling it out of his tackle box.
I turn around, and he's on the top deck of the boat...on one knee, he told me, he couldn't wait until tomorrow, that he has been wanting to ask me an important question for the longest time. And in that moment, I was in such shock...I don't even remember my initial reaction. But when he asked me to marry him, and be his wife, I had my face in my hands, and I was shaking. I don't even remember if I actually said Yes! It was the best moment ever. Perfect..is the best way I could describe it.
Looking back now, I was jumping up and down, I should of been more careful that the ring didn't go flying into the water. But It didn't occur to me then. We sat there, in the middle of the bay, on the boat for a long time, talking, looking at the ring. Both of us in disbelief, of what just happend. Even writing about it now, gives me goosebumps.

The joke now...is that the "best lure, caught the best fish" He says I'm his greatest catch. And that's exactly how I feel about him. He's my dream come true. I can't wait to marry him!

So that's my proposal story...and I'll never forget it.