Tuesday, June 2, 2009

The Bells will soon be a ringin...

And by bells I mean WEDDING BELLS! I have been trying to avoid the all-too-annoying, yet inevitable, wedding countdown. I gave in this morning to produce the number of 53. That's it! FIFTY-THREE DAYS till the big day!! (and for those of you who don't want to do the math, the big day is July 25th).

I have now learned how MUCH there is to do. I feel like planning a wedding is a full-time job! It makes me just as tired as one, that's for sure. Here is what has been checked off the list:
  • The dress! I scored that one within the first week of being engaged, thanks to Abella Bridal in the Riverwoods.
  • Bridesmaids dresses -- another major score. I love sales, I love Banana Republic, I love those dresses.
  • The colors -- which came easily after finding those dresses. Burnt orange/coral, light yellow, sage green, and guys in brown suits. A wonderful pallet I'd say.
  • Reception center, a la Alpine Art Center
  • Flowers! I am excited for what Laura Giddens, my sister's wonderful, creative, and talented friend will create.
  • Invitations, which are soon to be completed by the talented Andrew Garlock at 2nd Street Print Designs
  • Addresses -- a slow processs. I think I have most of them (and, faithful readers, if I haven't asked you for your address and you'd like an announcement, add a comment with your address or send it to me at CamilleMcLaws@gmail.com... I'd love to send one to you!)
  • REGISTERING! What a task. We have officially finished at Bed, Bath, & Beyond and Macy's. Whew.
  • Engagements pictures. A big THANK YOU to Jon Tehero is in order. I will post more of those later.
  • Table centerpieces -- another great score at Tai Pan Trading Company, a store where I could spend way too much time and money.
So that seems like a great list, right? It makes me feel like I have been so productive. And then I look at the next list, of things that I still have yet to do...
  • Actually pick out, address, and send the invitations
  • Wedding shoes?
  • Hair piece -- veil? flower? neither?
  • Music for reception
  • Party favors
  • Plan food for both the Alpine and Spokane receptions
  • Meet with cake ladies for both receptions
  • Decorations?
  • Wedding video (you know, the traditional corny photo montage... sigh...)
  • A custom wedding sign-in book made by yours truly
  • Bridals - July 3rd with Photography by McKenzie
  • Find an apartment in San Antonio
  • Get a new job in San Antonio
Whew. So I think that is it, but probably not. There is probably more. We really are having fun with this.... I swear!

Well, this picture explains it all.

8 comments:

becca said...

ooh. i hope i get one!

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Amanda said...

Looks like plans are coming along smoothly! Have fun with it!

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Jaimee said...

You look and sound so happy, Camille! This makes me so unbelievably happy. :)

Candace said...

Cute post, Camille! I am so freaking happy for you--I'm all smiles looking at your pics together. I'll text you my address. Love you!

kendra and jeffrey said...

you guys are precious. seriously.

rach said...

you're so on top of things! i bet it will be a really fun wedding.

Marcella said...

Fun post! I'm happy to see that CRAZY picture I love! :) We are pumped for the wedding! I think you are doing a GREAT job I just love everything you've picked...especially the guy. I guess that's kind of important.

Sean said...

CAMILLE!!! I'm so happy for you! you are in for such a good adventure, take it from someone who knows (not me). I hope to see you soon! congrats!!!!