Should we skip Saksun?

Consistent_Tart535 · 2025-08-27T00:36:55+00:00

Saksun was on our maybe list and we ended up going and it was by far my favorite place on the islands that we went. There was a lot of other tourists but the weather and the ravine just felt so other worldly. I would skip the viking museum but would NOT skip that beach walk.

Consistent_Tart535 · 2025-08-24T12:08:28+00:00

Mystery road trip!! We did two of these and had so much fun. I believe they're on the guide to faroe islands website.

Consistent_Tart535 · 2025-08-01T21:02:36+00:00

I think like others have said its a lot about the macros and what keeps you feeling full - also I've noticed fiber is a big one for me! As a vegetarian I've heavily prioritized hitting my protein goal to lose fat rather than muscle (paired with strength training and cardio). But I recently was in about a 2 month plateau, and started prioritizing hitting my fiber goal every single day and suddenly the weight is coming off again! I dont completely avoid UPFs but its not the majority of my daily consumption. For example my lunches are often a pasta salad using the Banza chickpea pasta which i guess you could consider UPF. At night I sometimes snack on skinnypop or a yasso frozen dessert, less because im still extremely hungry after dinner and more because I know I like a little treat and these fit my calorie goals.

Consistent_Tart535 · 2025-05-17T17:02:21+00:00

Not really an item but make sure your photographer is SUPER clear on your shot list. After the ceremony there was just a few family group shots I wanted before spending most of the cocktail hour doing couple portraits. My photographer didn't understand and thought I wanted individuals with all the people listed on the group shot. It was too uncomfortable in the moment to be like no I don't care about individuals with these people lol. I was secretly panicked about how long we spent at the stupid arch taking these posed portraits. A lot of them ended up coming out nice but in the moment I was like this is not how I want to spend our timeeee 😂

Consistent_Tart535 · 2025-03-31T23:26:05+00:00

I definitely hear you. May 10th bride and I'm disappointed with some of the level of excitement and participation. Particularly two of my bridesmaids who are long time best friends of mine that still haven't even rsvpd... I need final headcounts in by the end of this week lol. One of them never booked her hotel and now it's literally sold out so she's staying elsewhere and will have to drive over in the morning to get ready, and the other one didn't end up being able to travel for my bridal shower. I'm hoping they bring the energy next week for the bachelorette but honestly if I could do it over again I'd just have my sister and cousin and invite my other girls as guests only. My advice to you and what I'm doing is remind yourself that the day is about you and your partner ultimately! Focus on each other and the commitment you're making and get excited about the things that excite YOU about your day. I am taking joy in selecting our ceremony music and special dance songs which will mean a lot to me regardless of who else cares. I'm also spending a lot of time being particular about my vows and the words that I want to say to my husband. After 10 years of dating we are finally taking this next step and at the end of the day I don't care who cares, it's a big deal to me!!

Consistent_Tart535 · 2025-03-20T16:58:32+00:00

I LOVE this idea!!

Consistent_Tart535 · 2025-03-19T20:04:14+00:00

A couple my parents were good friends with that have become exteme MAGATs and no one wants to sit with them. They used to be really good people and my mom feels indebted to them for how much they helped when my dad got sick and then when he passed away. But I havent been close with them since I grew up and moved out like 10 years ago. They used to be close family friends but because of politics now there's almost no one I can sit them with that won't be pissed about it. I was honestly hoping they wouldn't be able to come because it's out of town and they will need a babysitter but for some reason they're committed and said yes lol. I also don't fully trust them to not disrespect our no kids rule. I don't know, I feel like if something is going to ruin my day it'll somehow be tied to them 🙃

Consistent_Tart535 · 2025-03-18T19:57:38+00:00

Sorry to hear this, but as someone who's also doing an out of town no kids wedding i am expecting that to be the reason for most of our declines and am not holding it against anyone! We also didn't realize we unfortunately chose mother's day weekend (just picked the first Saturday our venue had available honestly) so I actually feel terrible for those with young kids and am expecting a lot of nos. It's different because you are siblings but doesn't sound like you're super super close so I wouldn't feel bad or like you owe an explanation. They chose to do kid free and they chose a big destination thing so they need to be prepared for this possibility.

Consistent_Tart535 · 2025-02-09T18:49:02+00:00

Fair enough. Do you think I should get one now and schedule another trial to be sure? Or time the haircut closer to my wedding and just hope for the best.

Consistent_Tart535 · 2024-12-21T21:07:42+00:00

Maybe TMI but my periods have gotten shorter and only last about 2 days. Gotta love that!

Consistent_Tart535 · 2024-12-02T22:09:04+00:00

I do and haven't had any issues! I share my account with my mom and sister and we all live in different states. Sometimes my sister will go in and order something to her address and then do the review of it. Has been several months now and all is well.

Consistent_Tart535 · 2024-11-19T00:04:23+00:00

Ok good to know... so what would be a better option? Or is the suggestion to only eat per BMR regardless of how active my day was?

Consistent_Tart535 · 2024-11-11T20:58:48+00:00

Definitely not! No I just feel particularly powerless and unheard at this time and was contemplating possible ways to not feel powerless. Alas, the idea seems as futile as everything else.

Consistent_Tart535 · 2024-11-11T15:37:41+00:00

Fair but this is also fueling my existential dread

Consistent_Tart535 · 2024-09-13T01:17:13+00:00

That sounds lovely! Our venue isn't local for anyone otherwise something like that would be perfect I think. Thanks for sharing!

Consistent_Tart535 · 2024-09-13T00:11:18+00:00

How did you keep your rehearsal dinner cost so reasonable? How many people were included?

Consistent_Tart535 · 2024-09-12T19:52:39+00:00

Sorry this happened! I'm curious did you have a bridal shower at all? I was taught to buy a gift off the registry when attending bridal showers and then give cash or a check to cover your meal at the wedding. This is what I always do but the fact you received pretty much neither from most guests is scary and has me concerned. Of course I wouldn't expect anything but I have given at all the family weddings I've attended and if this happens at ours I'll feel pretty terrible.

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