It's been a little cold in this blog this summer, but like the temp outside, things are finally going to heat up for a while...
We're making progress with the reception site. We're still planning on Shinto, and - now that we have the guest list under control at around 80 - they're going to come in right on target. That includes food, drinks, and rentals - woot. We're still in the process of finding a church in the area. I'm thinking of becoming Catholic again.
What? I dig stained glass.
Seriously though, there has to be something around here with a classic church look that doesn't cost a small fortune. Do you know how out-of-place prerecorded Liturgical Latin sounds at a Non-Denominational church?
So I'm a music snob. Sue me.
Okay, but moving on... the Frugal Fabulous Groom and I are slowly, but surely, checking things off the list. Recently, we were able to tentatively secure the talents of a friend of his who is somewhat of a shutterbug. He's not a professional, but he's done photography for a few of his other friends' weddings in the past year, and they've all been quite happy with the results. He's promised to send us some of his work so we can talk. Admittedly, as much as I obsess over a pretty picture (I'm very visual), I'm sort of not picky when it comes to photos. I appreciate artistic vision in all its forms. And I'm excited to see what his particular form is. :)
I've made some headway on the dress. My mother and I are going shopping this week (after I get my hair done, of course) to see what we can find, but after being out a few times already and doing a lot of research online I'm finding a lot of promising options. My current love is just a touch above my price range, but it's hard to find glamour for $700. I may not mind spending the extra hundred bucks, if nothing else turns up. Looky! --->
Really, you should see the whole thing in person; it's to die for.
On a more vain note: for the first time in my life, I've been working out regularly without fail. I'm going on 7 weeks. I've never been over-weight, but there are certainly areas I would love to see with a little less shape to them, if you know what I mean. And, let me tell you: 20 minutes a day, 4-5 days a week will perform miracles. I've lost about 6 pounds, and my pouch is finally flattening out after 11 years. Snap.
