Honeymoon and Completing To-Do List

I mentioned planning/booking our honeymoon in one of my previous entries. It’s now booked and paid for. We started out with me wanting to go to Hawaii and Bobby Barbados. After some discussion Barbados was left as a last resort. So we’re going to Hawaii!! It will be the first visit for both of us and we’re so excited. Right now we could both use the rest and relaxation.

Though we’ve completed a few more items on our to-do list there are still over 100 items left to be done. I’d been feeling ok and on schedule until the last couple weeks. Now with less than 100 days till the wedding I’m starting to feel pressured to get all the final items done.
Though some men may try to be involved in the planning process 90% of the tasks fall on the bride and can take a toll at times. In most case if it were left up to the groom they’d simplify things by just going to the justice of the peace. Of course that’s fine if both parties agree on it but if not, women prepare yourselves for the tasks ahead. It’s exciting and nerve wrecking at the same time.

Till next time….

Our Registry and Guest Lists

Bobby and I went to Macy’s and started our wedding registry. I felt like he was rushing me but the woman who assisted us was very helpful and gave Bobby the scanner. This made him feel as though he was in control. To my surprise, he didn’t complain too much but when it was time to go he was clearly ready.

We covered most of what I had in mind along with a couple items he suggested. I knew I could go online at another time and update where needed, which I did later. I also registered for a few items at Bed Bath and Beyond. There’s also a great alternative to the traditional registries with honeymoon wishes. It’s a great way to give guests options and the opportunity to help make your honeymoon experience more enjoyable.

My sister/matron of honor has been harassing me for my bridal shower guest list. I know she just wants it now so I’m not trying to figure out when the shower will be but right now I’m finalizing the wedding list. I’ve had to put more names on the “b” list to try and get down to a more reasonable number but will still be over the limit we’d agreed even with responses of those unable to attend. The more I go over the lists the more appealing eloping or a destination wedding becomes. But I’m forced to do what I have to and hope people understand. My advice to future brides, start out with only immediate family and gradually add extended family and friends from there. I read an article that pretty much advised the same things I’ve been doing but just doesn’t make it any easier. I plan to send the invitations out in batches, pulling from the “b” list after I’ve received enough “no” responses that allow room for additional guests. Again, hoping those we can’t invite will understand and plan to share memorable moments and pictures at http://www.forblackweddings.com.

Till next time….