The Big List for the Big Day

You're going to love the way you look.

We're down to the last 2 months before the big day! We're looking forward to sharing this special day with all of you. We sincerely appreciate you taking time out of your busy lives to come celebrate with us. A special thank you to those that are coming in from out of town.

We're working hard to check off the last few boxes on the list: photographer, Rick's suit, hair and makeup, seating charts, playlist for the DJ, finishing the centerpieces, writing our vows, making decisions about the actual ceremony, etc. The list has never seemed longer.

Rick wanted a linen suit. When he first brought it up all I could picture was Ricardo Montalban from Fantasy Island. He found the perfect linen suit at Men's Warehouse and we had a lot of fun picking out the tie and shirt in our wedding colors. The alterations were done in a week and Rick picked it up Friday night. I think most of you have seen the photo he posted on Facebook.

A close friend of Rick's family has generously given us the wonderful gift of being our officiate. We really wanted our ceremony and reception to be personal and reflect who we are and this makes it extra special.

We have completed our playlist for the DJ. Probably one of the most eclectic lists I've ever seen. We split it up into two categories: cocktail hour/dinner music and music for dancing. This was really hard because we started off with a lot of songs we just love, but had to cut them because you just can't dance to them.

I found a place in Rye that does wedding hair and makeup. I will be up the last weekend of August and hope to have a dry run with the salon.

When my Dads were here from Hawaii I wanted to show them the necklace I chose to go with my dress. I had chosen pearls in our wedding colors, but was disappointed to find that the length wasn't what I expected and that it couldn't be altered. Dad 2 has a fabulous eye and spotted an aqua chalcedony necklace at Na Hoku that was perfect. They were able to custom order the length I wanted and they had earrings to match. The picture doesn't do this lovely set justice.

On that note, with all the boxes we've checked off and planning we've done, we wouldn't be maintaining our sanity without help from our friends and family. Thank you.

Under Pressure

Wow folks, it has been a busy few weeks, wedding-wise.

Today I accomplished what seemed like an impossible task: securing the services of a top-quality DJ who was not only free for October 1st, but who also provides karaoke services. Andy and I are both very relieved to scratch this one off the to-do list, but we still have a lot to do, and not a lot of time left before the big day.

On her last visit here, Andy perfected her vision of our DIY centerpieces, and I paid close attention so that when the gigantic boxes of flowers, sand, seashells, and other assorted supplies finally stop arriving at my apartment, I will be able to assemble the rest and give her a much-needed break from wedding stuff. Here's a picture of the prototype, I think it came out looking amazing. I'm only sorry the photo is not of better quality (I took it in dark lighting so it would be more obvious that they were illuminated from within by LED lights):

I have ordered my wedding band, and have received my wedding shoes this week as well. I am very excited that things are coming together, but there are still a lot of little, tiny details that we are going to have to deal with. One thing at a time, I guess...

Red, White, & Lobstah

Happy 4th of July!

Rick and I attended Craig and Leah's absolutely beautiful wedding last weekend and I was convinced that we should have a karaoke machine at our wedding. I initially put my foot down, but Lura convinced me it would be fun. And fun is what we want to have, so there will be karaoke.

Rick has gone by the Ashworth recently and tells me that the renovation of the boardwalk area in front of the hotel is close to complete. The view is beautiful, so I really hope that is all done by October.

For those of you coming from out of town, be sure to check out our page on places to stay in Hampton Beach. Of course, the Ashworth has a block of rooms available for our guests too. It's a lovely and historic hotel and worth the splurge.

Don't hesitate to contact me or Rick if you have any questions.