If you've stopped by here, really...anytime, in the last 365 days, you probably caught on to the fact that this was the year I got married. The process is an exciting, crazy, fun, overwhelming and extremely joyous experience. At least I feel lucky enough to have felt all of those emotions upon getting engaged and suddenly finding myself faced with this "momentous occasion."
But as
I've said before, these days weddings can really be anything your heart desires. And for the event planner in me - this was pure heaven! I could not have had more fun dreaming up such a special experience with the man I chose to spend the rest of my life with. Not to mention playing with
dresses,
shoes,
decor,
food,
paper,
photography and everything in between!
So when looking back through the reams and reams of inspiration, the post below is probably my favorite moment in the whole process. When it had all come together, we were about to take off and anticipation was at its peak. It's a feeling I hope to hold onto for a very long time.
Best of Wedding Wednesday 2010It seems a bride's work, or more accurately, a bride's brainstorming is never done. Even while I'm packing my bags for Mexico I'm still thinking of fun little details to incorporate into the big day.
As it has all come together, I've realized that although the wedding details are amazingly fun, what we're really planning is a moment of private commitment and collective joy. It's a special time to bring your nearest and dearest closest to you, turn to the person you love most in the entire world and devote your heart and every lasting friendship to him (or her!). It's an occasion to toast and cheer. It's the moment when you choose your family. Oh, and you get to put on a seriously rockin' dress. Does it get any better than that!?
Well, I'll let you know in a couple of weeks! Thank you to all of my readers for your suggestions, input, advice and support. It means the world. I promise to share all when I return :)
*EWow, it really was quite a ride that we won't soon forget. As an extra special treat for you, my unbelievably patient readers, here is the
very first sneak-peak image of our wedding, shot by the adored
Jose Villa!
The rest of the wedding will be revealed at a very special wedding blog
very soon. You can also check out our engagement photo session with Jose
here. The man does amazing things with a camera!
Finally, I want to say a massive thank you to every reader. Your thoughtful comments, emails, advice and support meant the world. You were such a huge inspiration and often a huge help to me throughout the planning process and it made the whole experience that much more enjoyable.
So from the bottom of my heart, thank you. Now it's time to start planning the 1-year anniversary celebration! ;)
*Mrs. E
