Thursday, March 18, 2010

Wedding Planning: The Calm Before the Storm

Right after we were engaged, we were forced to quickly find a venue, pick a date, find a dress, and start our gift registry. Since then, things have slowed down.  When going over the checklist there is still plenty to do, but we've covered many of the important pieces and stress level is way down.

We're only about three months away from the big day, and I feel like our life isn't totally consumed by the wedding. It’s actually kind of nice.  As I type this, however, my brain fills with phone calls and confirmations I need to make--but is this relaxing feeling normal?  Is this the calm before the storm? Whatever it is, I'm enjoying it.

Hannah is a full-time student, and as the school year is ending she's getting busier and busier. Somehow, she manages to balance church, me, school, and wedding so gracefully, and I can't thank her enough for putting the ceremony and reception together for us!

I'm sure things won't be this relaxed for long, and now is a great chance to get ahead on a couple of items.  What are some jobs that can be taken care of during the 3-4 month mark that will make things go smoother down the road?

3 comments:

  1. I did all the little things like get my garter, the flower girl basket, ring barer pillow, research things to do on the honeymoon, etc. :)
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  2. Agree with Shannon - get all the little details out of the way - favor boxes, hotel bags, guest book etc. There should be time to relax and just enjoy being engaged. Take a break and don't do anything wedding related for one day - go on a nice date or get a massage. Then get back to your check list! I'm excited to see how it all comes together :)
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  3. Shannon, Always great to hear form you! I'll be sure to run that by Hannah. I've been trying to take care of some details and get a head start but its just so fun doing nothin.

    And After Yes. Love your post today, go check it out guys. and really I think I've taken one too many of those breaks already.
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