My Wedding...So Far

 

About a month ago, the BF and I got engaged. It's something that I've been wanting for a LONG time. We've been together going on 8 years and I felt it was about that time to take a walk down the aisle. So I'm super excited that it's actually going to happen. But I must confess...I'm so overwhelmed with everything that actually goes into getting married. I purchased one of those planners and there are just so many things you have to think about. Luckily, I have my mom and my sis-in-law (who I text constantly with wedding questions). We've set a date for September 21, 2012. This is my dad's birthday. I feel it's a great way to remember him and honor him since he won't be there in person (but I'm positive he'll be there in spirit). I've been told that I'm way ahead of schedule, but here's what I've accomplished so far...

- Set the date (the most import part). 

- Reserve the ceremony location - a church in Washington, D.C.

- Reserve the reception location

- Buy a dress

- Get a wedding planner

That's what I have so far. For all of you folks who have already gotten married, I'm open to any and all advice! If you have idea, tips, or tricks, please feel free to share.

Apologies & Advice

First and foremost, I want to apologize to all for being a really bad blogger lately. I do have tons of things to post but I've have a very busy past couple of days. But there's a good reason why. I promise. Do you wanna know what that good reason is??? Ok, I'll let you. It's because I got ENGAGED!!!!!! Yep, that's right, the good ol' BF finally popped the question after almost eight years of being together. I am more than excited and I've jumped right into planning everything. We're going for a Septemeber wedding in 2012. And this is where they "advice" part of this blog post comes in. Anything I can do myself to make this wedding as inexpensive as possible, I'm going to do. I've started with invitations. Below is my first try and some invitations and I wanted every one's opinion on what you guys think. Our colors are going to be red and orange (a fall theme). So, good, bad, any tips, ways to spruce it up. Anything. Please tell me what you think. Can't wait to hear every one's thoughts!