Butterbean's Blog (featuring Dallas vendors)

sounds great. May I just suggest that you don't skimp on the photography. That is the reason for the wedding. Just kidding. I would at least have them make one album for you. You can copy that of print out some from the disks. And can I get the lowdown on the ebay flower makers. I dont want fresh bouquets cuz if there is one wilted flower I will go balistic! I like your ideas though. Very pretty.

So very glad you started a blog, now you could just add things to it as you accomplish your tasks. Of course, no need to say that we would like to see pics of step by step accomplishments. I'm thinking of doing the same. I will start my blog in October as that'll put me at my 1 year countdown to my wedding and I'll post all the things that I've accomplished as they get done as well, just like MrsKeepUp kept us glued to the pages of her blog.

You're getting married in October now?

Hi Butter,

Why don't you take a cue from our outdoor wedding and have your guys in tan suites and monochromatic shirts with ties in one of your wedding colors. Only my groom wore a white shirt with tie. They looked very handsome.

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Your suits could even be a lighter tan or beige than those. We went to Men's Wharehouse and put the ensemble together ourselves. The sales assistant wasn't much help. He was like, "Oh, that looks pretty good." LOL! My husband also bought the shirt and tie in the light coral colors for himself to wear later on because they looked so good together.

Keep an eye on what the men are selecting. You don't want them looking a hot mess! :oD Sometimes they have no clue whatsoever.

Yes Diva T. We're getting married on October 31st, 2009 in New York. Remember my post that FH had me sign a contract to reduce the time because he didn't see the point in waiting too long? Originally, it was going to be the summer of 2010 because I'm so very busy. But I'm committed to keeping my clients very happy and planning my wedding at the same time. I put a freeze on new clients for a while so that I don't feel too overwhelmed.

Don't worry Butterbean, I have a list of DIY Projects that seems to keep growing day by day. It's a great thing that I've got time and am so anal about keeping a schedule. I will post everything so that you could see my progress.

Wow ...a Halloween Wedding! :) Did you stay with your color theme ..the pink and gold? I also THINK I remember your dress being pink with burgundy ...or atleast one of the dress ...I just remember that one cause it was my favorite :)

It is a great dress, isn't it? We've committed to the October 31st date, but come to think of it, now that you mention it, it is Halloween isn't it? I'm going to speak with FH now. I can't be married on Halloween!!! Nice looking out Diva T.

ooooooooooooooooohhhhh Wow! You didn't know October 31st is Halloween? That's interesting ...anywho after you guys talk it over and work another contract ...let us know what you come up with.

Your Day Your Way No matter what Holiday :)

Ok, I had to disturb FH as he's watching the Olympics. Anywhoo, we talked about it and the man was clueless as to when Halloween was too. Christians can't get married on halloween!!! Until Diva T mentioned it, I was also clueless.

We have now opted for October 17th, 2009. I called the banquet hall hosting our reception, and the only available date they had in October was the 17th and they were very accomodating in changing the date for us. PHEW!!! Dodging a great bullet!!! Wow, it's very stressful being on the other side isn't it? I am the picture of calm when I'm planning a wedding for any client, but thinking of my own wedding and my heart starts to race!!! Ok, I think what I need is a great big glass of Margarita. I'm back to being calm now and am proceeding with this wedding planning. Wow, thanks so much T.

Girl, I bit off more than I can chew by having this wedding a lot sooner than anticipated. I'm so swanped with the other weddings that I've already been contracted to do, most of the time, I don't know if I'm coming or going. That's why I've decided to put a freeze on any new business. I cannot handled new business and plan my wedding at the same time. I spend so much time in the air and in hotels that by the time I get home, I'm even happy when the elevator doesn't work (LMAO).

OK, I'm back in control now. Oh and the contract between FH and I was a joke. It was when I told him that I couldn't see us being married any sooner than summer of 2010 and he was saying that he didn't see waiting for that long. After arranging to fit myself in the schedule, I decided to compromise. We went back and forth with each other so much and when he suggested October 31st, I just say fine, ok Papi. I didn't even look at a calendar. Next thing I know this man was making me sign a contract not to break my word (HAHAHAHAHAHA!!!) Now that I'm on full planning mode, believe me, I'll be paying just as close attention to everything as though I were my own client!!!

[quote="Ginoue"]Girl, I bit off more than I can chew by having this wedding a lot sooner than anticipated. I'm so swanped with the other weddings that I've already been contracted to do, most of the time, I don't know if I'm coming or going. That's why I've decided to put a freeze on any new business. I cannot handled new business and plan my wedding at the same time. I spend so much time in the air and in hotels that by the time I get home, I'm even happy when the elevator doesn't work (LMAO).

OK, I'm back in control now. Oh and the contract between FH and I was a joke. It was when I told him that I couldn't see us being married any sooner than summer of 2010 and he was saying that he didn't see waiting for that long. After arranging to fit myself in the schedule, I decided to compromise. We went back and forth with each other so much and when he suggested October 31st, I just say fine, ok Papi. I didn't even look at a calendar. Next thing I know this man was making me sign a contract not to break my word (HAHAHAHAHAHA!!!) Now that I'm on full planning mode, believe me, I'll be paying just as close attention to everything as though I were my own client!!!
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wow G...you have a full plate and a half..remember YOUR DAY is the most important one so don't stress yourself out too much...they may have to wheel you into your own ceremony in a straight jacket! :(

I plan on strutting myself down the aisle like the true Diva that I am. From Mid June, 2009, my plate will officially have been cleared of any business and my concentration will be on my own wedding full force. Thanks for looking out though sisters. Believe me, I will not be wheeled anywhere. I've been looking forward to marrying this man for a while now and nothing will stand in my way!!! WHOHOOOOOO!!!

Thats the Spirit Ms. G

I'm so very excited Sen, even FH has cought the planning bug and always asking "so what is on our planning calendar this month?" and I keep on saying "nothing, we haven't got anything to start planning for just yet!" and him saying "Ok Mommy, I'm here for you". He's so sweet, I hope he doesn't get on my nerves though. I love by baby, but if he gets on my nerves, I have a lot of mundane things all set up just to keep him busy.

I guess just as you didn't know Halloween is October 31st EVERY YEAR ...I didn't know Christians couldn't get married on Halloween ...it's just another day ...from what I thought. Oh well, learned something else new! LOL

My pastor told me that christians couldn't get married on Halloween as it's the devil's day. According to him, it's the one day that the devil has to really cause serious havoc. Hence the reason why christians should not dress or celebrate halloween. I don't know Diva, but that's what my pastor said. I never pay much attention to halloween because we never celebrated it, so it's not a date that has much importance to me.

How ya'll gonna straight hijack Butterbean's Blog. Butterbean I apologize for the behaviors of our sista's (Rhony & Soontobe does me apologizing for something I didn't do get me out the corner?)

Ginoue you got to start your own blog so we can all follow along with what's new with your planning.

Butterbean although the pics aren't posted here, I love the dresses you picked for your BM's. Especially the color. I'm anxiously awaiting your day so I can finally see how it all comes together. I love how everything you've selected. It's all very unique but I'll admit, I was looking forward to having a colored wedding dress like you posted when you first joined the sisterhood. I think it was Gwen Stefani's dress you posted. I still love the final choice though.

Can you post your pics of your choices so far here in your blog as well? Future raised the bar with posting pics in her blog so we now got standards to live up to..LOL

I guess I'll remain permanently in the corner for my bad behavior.

Butterbean, I'm ever so sorry for my behavior. Lord do I feel ashamed of myself. At the request of my sister Pamcrow, I will now start my blog. I was going to start in October, but I'll do so now, so my sisters could follow my train of thought along with me and also give much needed and welcomed adive.

Again, so sorry to highjack your Blog sister.

[quote="Ginoue"]My pastor told me that christians couldn't get married on Halloween as it's the devil's day. According to him, it's the one day that the devil has to really cause serious havoc. Hence the reason why christians should not dress or celebrate halloween. I don't know Diva, but that's what my pastor said. I never pay much attention to halloween because we never celebrated it, so it's not a date that has much importance to me.
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I struggle with the Halloween thing as a Christian b/c I love to wear a little costume to work etc. It is hard with all holidays being over commercialized. I am a Christmas fanatic and some people think that is pagan withthe trees and Santas.
Sorry Butterbean back to your wedding planning.

[quote="pamcrow"].... I love how everything you've selected. It's all very unique but I'll admit, I was looking forward to having a colored wedding dress like you posted when you first joined the sisterhood. I think it was Gwen Stefani's dress you posted. I still love the final choice though.

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What I meant to say was I love everything you've chosen so far and that I had been looking forward to you picking a colored dress like the Gwen Stefani's dress you posted. I do like the short style you ultimately chose though.

Ok Butterbean sister, I've officially started my blog. I apologize once more for highjacking your blog. BACK TO YOUR DETAILS NOW. AGAIN, I'M EVER SO SORRY SISTER.

Try this site http://www.bargainweddinggowns.com/extravagant.html

I've always loved this dress by Barijay in green. It's modest, but I really like it.

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Butterbean cut it out girl. Your venue is gorgeous. I would never believe it was a rec center.

Which of the cakes that you'd decide on? Just curious!!!

You're on the ball sister

Butterbean I just checked out the websites of your photographers and they have some nice shots, especially the Dale person. The Sharon lady touched my heart by mentioning she does work with NICU. So touching.

Your sister is absolutely gorgeous and her shape is very much like mine.

Wonderful, wonderful dress!!!

Those "just in case it rains pics" are hot!

Almost makes you wish it does rain. You can always find a sprinkler and make believe. LOL

Your ideas are nice Butterbean. I like the bridesmaid dress. And the rain pics a very nice but remember black peoples hair and rain does not mix Lol so be very careful.

[quote="sensationablyhappy"]Your ideas are nice Butterbean. I like the bridesmaid dress. And the rain pics a very nice but remember black peoples hair and rain does not mix Lol so be very careful.
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Sen, I am LMAO,
Girl, I wasnt blessed with good hair like my sister. She can wash and wear anyday, BUT ME, I have to have a relaxer faithfully eeeevery 6 weeks. So needless to say, I am praying that it dont rain on our day.

Butterbean I love your ideas. are you doing an outside wedding? I'm sure you said it already, butI probably missed it somewhere in your blog. Sorry

Ok Butterbean we have a problem, there's no way you can wear that gorgeous dress with anything else than heels. Remember you trying to show them legs off..lol. What about laying down a wood board underneath the aisle runner so you can strut yourself down the aisle without sinking. There's always the option of a wedge heel but admittedly, a wedge heel doesn't have the same effect on dress as a stiletto.

Pam, I swear, you and I are of the same mind most of the time. I was just about to advise Butterbean of the same with the wooden board.

Butterbean sister, now that I saw the sandals, how can you wear anything else with your killer dress?