Sorry for the lack of updates lately! It seems as though we hit a dry patch in planning where the big things were done and it was too early for the little things. Well...with a little over 3 months to go, it is starting to feel like crunch time. Greg and I have so much to do and very little time together because of work and school schedules, not to mention the long distance relationship we are constantly battling.
We've officially bought all the paper and ink for the invitations. Now we just need to find a good day to sit and watch them print. We keep hoping to do them together, but it's hard to find mutual days off. We also bought stuff for the favors that we will eventually have to assemble, but we have some time for that.
Coming up at the beginning of May, we have appointments with Windows and with our bakery to go over final details. I'm pretty sure we'll have to meet with the photographer again soon, and definitely the DJ.
May 13 I go for my first dress fitting!! I have most of my accessories ready to go, but I better buy my Spanx before then! The BM dresses are also due to come in the next 2-3 weeks.
We had our last meeting with Deacon Rich last weekend, and only have to meet with him again to go over planning the ceremony. I'm still waiting to here from the organist about music, but hopefully that happens soon so we can get the programs going. We also have to finalize decisions about readers for the ceremony.
My MOH is planning a shower for July, and my MIL is planning a shower for June!! So exciting! This past Sunday was exactly 1 year since Greg proposed, and this year has flown! I can only imagine how fast the next few months will be! Only 108 days to go!!
Oh my, and I almost forgot! One of the most exciting things we've done...we hired a videographer! He is an Otterbein student as well, and he did my co-workers wedding on New Year's Eve and did a fabulous job! We are so excited to have our big day on video! =)
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Thursday, March 24, 2011
First Time Aunt and Uncle / Spring Break Festivites
Greg and I had an amazing week! This is the first time, in the longest time, we got to spend 7 consecutive days together! It all started last Thursday when our nephew was born, and we went to Virginia for a long weekend. Kevin and Selby are now the proud parents of one of the most adorable red heads we know, Jack! We had a great visit with all of them!
During the week Greg was in Columbus with me because he's on spring break! We got soo much done! First off we bought our wedding bands! Super excited about this one! It was one of those "you'll know when it's the one" kind of things. Our good friend, Kyle, works at Jared's and helped us pick both our rings. Very nice knowing we were working with a friend.
We did a few other odd and end things. We decided on the paper for the invitations and how we will print them. Lots of work, but I've had lots of offers for help. And we looked at excursions to do on the cruise. I also applied for my very first passport. This could have been horrible, but the women helping us was so nice, and told us that within the year I can have my name changed on it for free! So nice! Before, they made you pay to have a name change if it wasn't expired. And lastly, we looked at some bigger apartments in the same complex I'm in now. So...probably definitely getting a two bedroom now! (Just so everyone can visit of course...or maybe so we don't kill each other in my 569sq ft. apartment.)
Definitely could not have asked for a better week! Spending all that time with Greg was so nice, and makes us sad to have to wait 141 more days to say "We Do." And I wanted to wait until 2012...yeah right!
Aunt Christine & Uncle Greg <3
During the week Greg was in Columbus with me because he's on spring break! We got soo much done! First off we bought our wedding bands! Super excited about this one! It was one of those "you'll know when it's the one" kind of things. Our good friend, Kyle, works at Jared's and helped us pick both our rings. Very nice knowing we were working with a friend.
We did a few other odd and end things. We decided on the paper for the invitations and how we will print them. Lots of work, but I've had lots of offers for help. And we looked at excursions to do on the cruise. I also applied for my very first passport. This could have been horrible, but the women helping us was so nice, and told us that within the year I can have my name changed on it for free! So nice! Before, they made you pay to have a name change if it wasn't expired. And lastly, we looked at some bigger apartments in the same complex I'm in now. So...probably definitely getting a two bedroom now! (Just so everyone can visit of course...or maybe so we don't kill each other in my 569sq ft. apartment.)
Definitely could not have asked for a better week! Spending all that time with Greg was so nice, and makes us sad to have to wait 141 more days to say "We Do." And I wanted to wait until 2012...yeah right!
Aunt Christine & Uncle Greg <3
Friday, March 4, 2011
Honeymoon!!
Today we officially booked our honeymoon!! Or...Greg did. I'm leaving most of this up to him. We used Nancy's travel agent...or cruise agent. And she was very helpful. I've never been on a cruise so was nervous at first, but think this will be a very fun week!
We leave Saturday for Orlando, and the cruise leaves from Port Canaveral on Sunday, August 14! We will be sailing for 7 nights and making stops in: CoCoCay, St. Thomas, and St. Martin!! (I have provided pictures of each location in this order!) We will be traveling on Freedom of the Seas through Royal Caribbean! Too exciting! And very relieving to have yet another huge decision checked off the list!
My MOH has also started a lot of planning for a shower in Cleveland! I don't know a lot of details yet, but I know it will be a wonderful day! 5 months to go, and everything is getting so close and so REAL! 161 Days! <3
We leave Saturday for Orlando, and the cruise leaves from Port Canaveral on Sunday, August 14! We will be sailing for 7 nights and making stops in: CoCoCay, St. Thomas, and St. Martin!! (I have provided pictures of each location in this order!) We will be traveling on Freedom of the Seas through Royal Caribbean! Too exciting! And very relieving to have yet another huge decision checked off the list!
My MOH has also started a lot of planning for a shower in Cleveland! I don't know a lot of details yet, but I know it will be a wonderful day! 5 months to go, and everything is getting so close and so REAL! 161 Days! <3
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Checking Things Off!!
Happy Valentine's Day!!
It is day 178 until the wedding!! I can't believe how close it is getting! We have been engaged for 10 months, and only have 6 to go. I've been joking with friends lately that I should have eloped...it would be so much less stressful! But, that's not true. I don't wish we had eloped. A friend at work said...You plan the wedding around the memories you want to create. When the day comes it will be perfect, and you will realize all the stress and worry will be for nothing. This was actually very helpful. I really don't think I've been wedding crazed in quite some time, but last week I was thinking about assembling the invites and panicked at what a time consuming job this will end up being. Fortunately, I have a great fiance and amazing MOH who have offered their assistance! =)
I've gotten a lot of little odds and ends marked off my list as well! The guest book, unity candle, and favor boxes have been ordered! I've also ordered shoes and earrings! And maybe a few other things...but there has to be some element of surprise for our guests on the big day! But it is always a relief to cross things off no matter how big or small.
We have also talked about the honeymoon over and over and OVER again. I think we've finally decided but are waiting to book for a little while and wanting to possibly consult a travel agent...I'll share details when this is final.
I can't just talk about the wedding though, I need to update you on the marriage. Greg and I had a last minute meeting with Deacon Rich last week simply because we were going to be in town and needed to settle our nerves a little. He is always extremely helpful! In the past few weeks we have been taking a lot of advice from the book, "The Five Love Languages." And we have made an effort to see each other more...it seems we are always trying for that. And we've sat down and talked finances and budget for pre wedding and post wedding. We meet with Deacon Rich again this coming weekend for a progress check.
Oh, and I have to mention this too! I was on our registry to edit a few things, and there was 1 gift bought already!! I was so surprised and excited. So, whoever you are, if you're reading this...Thank You!! Let it be recorded, our first wedding gift is a corningware casserole dish with carrier! Too exciting!!
<3
C&G
It is day 178 until the wedding!! I can't believe how close it is getting! We have been engaged for 10 months, and only have 6 to go. I've been joking with friends lately that I should have eloped...it would be so much less stressful! But, that's not true. I don't wish we had eloped. A friend at work said...You plan the wedding around the memories you want to create. When the day comes it will be perfect, and you will realize all the stress and worry will be for nothing. This was actually very helpful. I really don't think I've been wedding crazed in quite some time, but last week I was thinking about assembling the invites and panicked at what a time consuming job this will end up being. Fortunately, I have a great fiance and amazing MOH who have offered their assistance! =)
I've gotten a lot of little odds and ends marked off my list as well! The guest book, unity candle, and favor boxes have been ordered! I've also ordered shoes and earrings! And maybe a few other things...but there has to be some element of surprise for our guests on the big day! But it is always a relief to cross things off no matter how big or small.
We have also talked about the honeymoon over and over and OVER again. I think we've finally decided but are waiting to book for a little while and wanting to possibly consult a travel agent...I'll share details when this is final.
I can't just talk about the wedding though, I need to update you on the marriage. Greg and I had a last minute meeting with Deacon Rich last week simply because we were going to be in town and needed to settle our nerves a little. He is always extremely helpful! In the past few weeks we have been taking a lot of advice from the book, "The Five Love Languages." And we have made an effort to see each other more...it seems we are always trying for that. And we've sat down and talked finances and budget for pre wedding and post wedding. We meet with Deacon Rich again this coming weekend for a progress check.
Oh, and I have to mention this too! I was on our registry to edit a few things, and there was 1 gift bought already!! I was so surprised and excited. So, whoever you are, if you're reading this...Thank You!! Let it be recorded, our first wedding gift is a corningware casserole dish with carrier! Too exciting!!
<3
C&G
Monday, January 24, 2011
Friday, January 21, 2011
Delayed Updates
It's been a while since I've had a lot to update on wedding plans. And last weekend we got a lot done...and I neglected to blog about it. Last Friday Greg and I went to Men's Wearhouse and picked out tuxes. No bow ties...to Greg's disappointment. Greg will wear a white vest with small silver details in a diamond pattern, and a matching tie that is more of a stripe pattern. The groomsmen and fathers will wear the same patterns only in all black. Everything is black and white except the flowers...green, pink, and purple!
Saturday we met with Deacon Rich. We learn so much with each visit, and we grow so much between each visit. I've mentioned before that we have been reading books on marriage, and Deacon Rich suggested "The 5 Languages of Love." So, we bought it, and Greg is reading it first! =)
Also, on Saturday I went with Brigitte, Hannah, and Mom to see my dress for the first time! I got to try it on, and it's just as beautiful as I remember! And this one is MINE...not just a sample! No hints (Greg reads this), but I can't wait to wear it on August 12! I asked Greg what he is picturing, and he thinks my dress will look like..."Silky with some sort of empire waist, and it's not going to have a lot of puffs and frills on the bottom, no nonsense. Not a lot of beading either."
I had to get that in writing to look back on 6 months from now, and 50 years from now! We'll see...
Also on Saturday night, we got to babysit Daniel and Finn! And we asked the Fitzgerald family to carry the gifts up during mass. They are very excited! We think we've choosen readers, but they have yet to be informed. =)
On Sunday, we skipped the bridal show, and just spent time with each other. We were very glad to have the weekend together...3 whole days is a treat! Greg mastered the art of building a fire in the wood burner, with assistance from Dad. And we had "ted-corn" as Greg refers to it because he loves when Dad makes popcorn on the stove. Overall it was a very relaxing weekend.
This week, Grandpa Klesta passed away. He was sick and in pain, but it's always hard. He's in a better place now. I was asked to do the second reading at mass which was a honor, and I have a very lovely plant to remember him. Greg was not able to be here, due to school and weather it just wasn't possible. He was very upset about it, but I told him I may need him now, but I also need him forever so he's not allowed to drive 3 hours in the snow.
Looking forward to another relaxing weekend with my family, and hopefully many more updates over the next 6 months!
203 days! <3
Saturday we met with Deacon Rich. We learn so much with each visit, and we grow so much between each visit. I've mentioned before that we have been reading books on marriage, and Deacon Rich suggested "The 5 Languages of Love." So, we bought it, and Greg is reading it first! =)
Also, on Saturday I went with Brigitte, Hannah, and Mom to see my dress for the first time! I got to try it on, and it's just as beautiful as I remember! And this one is MINE...not just a sample! No hints (Greg reads this), but I can't wait to wear it on August 12! I asked Greg what he is picturing, and he thinks my dress will look like..."Silky with some sort of empire waist, and it's not going to have a lot of puffs and frills on the bottom, no nonsense. Not a lot of beading either."
I had to get that in writing to look back on 6 months from now, and 50 years from now! We'll see...
Also on Saturday night, we got to babysit Daniel and Finn! And we asked the Fitzgerald family to carry the gifts up during mass. They are very excited! We think we've choosen readers, but they have yet to be informed. =)
On Sunday, we skipped the bridal show, and just spent time with each other. We were very glad to have the weekend together...3 whole days is a treat! Greg mastered the art of building a fire in the wood burner, with assistance from Dad. And we had "ted-corn" as Greg refers to it because he loves when Dad makes popcorn on the stove. Overall it was a very relaxing weekend.
This week, Grandpa Klesta passed away. He was sick and in pain, but it's always hard. He's in a better place now. I was asked to do the second reading at mass which was a honor, and I have a very lovely plant to remember him. Greg was not able to be here, due to school and weather it just wasn't possible. He was very upset about it, but I told him I may need him now, but I also need him forever so he's not allowed to drive 3 hours in the snow.
Looking forward to another relaxing weekend with my family, and hopefully many more updates over the next 6 months!
203 days! <3
Monday, January 10, 2011
7 Months
7 Months to go!! 214 days to be exact!
Some new wedding news...
* We are having the cake topper made! (which I already blogged about)
* I got all the stuff to make table numbers and placecards!
* Sample invites have been printed and put together...just have to get to Kinkos!
* This weekend we see Deacon Rich, hopefully pick out tuxes, and I go for my dress inspection!!!
* Greg and I are also going to the bridal show at the IX center on Sunday!
And I have to say I am soo happy to be sharing this with Greg! I can't imagine sharing this day with anyone else. =)
Some new wedding news...
* We are having the cake topper made! (which I already blogged about)
* I got all the stuff to make table numbers and placecards!
* Sample invites have been printed and put together...just have to get to Kinkos!
* This weekend we see Deacon Rich, hopefully pick out tuxes, and I go for my dress inspection!!!
* Greg and I are also going to the bridal show at the IX center on Sunday!
And I have to say I am soo happy to be sharing this with Greg! I can't imagine sharing this day with anyone else. =)
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