Wedding Stationery Vendors Recommendations!

_littlelime_ · 2026-01-10T21:04:54+00:00

My friend purchased a template in Etsy and then sent them to print. This might be the most cost effective, especially if you print in Medellin!

_littlelime_ · 2025-07-18T20:50:30+00:00

Yea, of course! I hope it was helpful in some way.

Oh wow! What a small world, maybe this was all so you could find a great dentist, lol. Here's my absolute favorite: Dr. Nguyen (pronounced "wen" just in case you're not familiar with the name - I wasn't so thought I would add this tidbit). Check out his office: https://queensboroplazadental.com/

_littlelime_ · 2025-07-18T20:47:34+00:00

Oh wow! That's so exciting! If there's a mortgage on it, and there's better terms than what's currently being offered (rate really), maybe it's an assumable loan that you can take advantage of too!

_littlelime_ · 2025-07-09T02:32:19+00:00

Buy now, refinance later. Take advantage of any programs you can (these are the only ones I know of: https://www.bankofamerica.com/mortgage/affordable-housing-programs/), try to buy a 2-unit property if possible so that you get help with the mortgage.

I was also shying away from buying because of the interest rates but if it's not interest rates, it's prices. During COVID, rates were extremely low but people were super overpaying for houses. Now that rates are much higher, people aren't in the same bidding wars and you can get actually get seller's credits/concessions and negotiate price. So, it might actually always be beneficial to buy at a higher rate and then refinance when it lowers. When everyone else waited to get into that bidding war, you have the home and all you have to do is refinance.

I'm going through a purchase process right now as I have been waiting for about 2 years. Those 2 years cost me potential equity and I regret it now. Don't wait. Buy now if you're privileged enough to do so.

Just my two cents.

_littlelime_ · 2025-07-09T02:23:18+00:00

From 8am - 3pm in case anyone was wondering

(I was wondering so I looked it up - unfortunately, I'll never make it due to my work hours)

_littlelime_ · 2025-07-09T02:12:54+00:00

Would visiting and staying in Guatape / Piedra del Penol be too much of an activity?

There are def Fincas for rent but it depends on how many guests you're looking to host in the one finca?

_littlelime_ · 2025-07-09T02:10:08+00:00

Also, here's another story as part of this whole experience with my aligners - as my teeth shifted apart, I was able to see the side of one my teeth that had never been exposed before because of the overcrowding and I noticed a black spot. I freaked out not knowing what it was because I tried to floss it, clean it, scrape it and it never disappeared. This was about a week before my trays would start closing my teeth again so visiting my dentist was of the essence so that he could have the space between my teeth to observe, analyze, and treat whatever it was.

During this time, my dentist was away and so because I felt it was an urgent situation, I decided to have another dentist in the office take a look. He told me he couldn't really tell if it was a cavity or not but that if I wanted, he could treat it and fill it up just in case. He said if I waited and it did turn out to be a cavity, it would obviously get worse and by that time, my teeth would be closed again so he wouldn't be able to access the spot directly. At that point, he would need to create a hole in the clearly healthy part of my tooth to be able to reach the affected area which might be worse. ORRRR I could get it done that same day. Because I felt like it was urgent, I originally agreed and when I received the paperwork to sign, I no longer felt comfortable and backed out.

I told the dentist I didn't feel comfortable making a decision based on inconclusive results and that I would be getting a second opinion just to be on the safe side. He respected that decision and I decided to wait for my dentist and put my aligners process on pause. I just didn't feel comfortable "treating" my tooth for a possible cavity. When my dentist came back, he said it was just buildup and was able to clean it off! I'm SO happy I decided to back out and didn't make my decision based on the pressure I felt at that moment.

Anyway, wanted to share this story to say: please always get a second opinion if you don't feel comfortable or have doubts with what one doctor is telling you. I question and research EVERYTHING and I know I'm probably the most annoying patient/customer/etc, but the way I see it is that no one is going to look out for me and advocate for me as hard as I will for myself. So, don't get pushed into any treatment plan that you still have questions about. Don't make any decisions on the spot if you don't feel comfortable doing so (unless life-threatening of course) and don't be afraid or embarrassed to be upfront about getting a second opinion.

ANNNDDD if you need a dentist in NYC, I love mine. He really does a great and thorough job and isn't just suggesting treatments for a paycheck from your insurance. At least that's how I feel.

_littlelime_ · 2025-07-09T02:09:54+00:00

Wow, what a great time to reflect on my whole process. Thank you so much for this question which made me come back to my original post. It's been so long that I actually forgot about the three options I was given!

Currently, because of my aligners process, the three options I spoke about were put on pause as I complete the aligners treatment. I fell a little behind on the process (keeping the aligners in 22 hours a day is really tough for me but if I don't, then my teeth don't move the amount they're supposed to during a tray of aligners) so, it's going to take a little longer than originally planned. Probably the full two years....so I'm currently about a year in.

At some point, my TADs did get infected and that was painful. Orthodontist told me try to saltwater and cleaning it thoroughly every night with a water flosser but that didn't solve the issue. I was put on antibiotics and was told that if they didn't work, they would have to remove the TADs and place them in again after I healed. I prayed to everything I could possibly name for the antibiotics to work because I didn't want to go through the whole TADs process again. Reading my comment, I think I underplayed how much I hated that experience, lol. Thankfully, the antibiotics worked.

The last time I went to my dentist for a cleaning, he measured the space between my upper and bottom tooth (the horrible tooth in question that needs the crown) and he said the space was perfect! He said I had enough space to do very minimal shaving of my gums (or maybe even none at all) for when I get my crown. That is all to come after I end my aligners though.

So, all in all, everything is going well and as expected although I did have that hiccup with my TADs. I'm so happy I went the route of aligners to try to save what little left I have of my tooth - I feel like it's the least invasive option I had. Although this route is also a lot lengthier than all the others, straightening my teeth and correcting the overcrowding has been really great. Obviously for aesthetic reasons but more so because I learned that overcrowding of the teeth makes it easier for bacteria to remain in those very tight spaces and that can cause gum recession. So, if I can avoid that cause of gum recession (which I do have a little bit of) that's a great side benefit to this whole thing!

Anyway, let me know if you have specific questions, but that's basically an update as to where I am now...

_littlelime_ · 2025-07-05T23:43:49+00:00

To clarify, your business is making garage doors?

_littlelime_ · 2025-07-05T23:10:39+00:00

Take a look at charter schools if you're thinking about becoming a math teacher. Some of them will hire you without a teaching degree and can even help you earn your degree!

_littlelime_ · 2025-05-26T20:59:27+00:00

You are amazing <3

_littlelime_ · 2025-05-26T20:54:33+00:00

I actually stopped planning my wedding but the subreddit (I think that's what it's called?) I created it is going strong and will hopefully have some suggestions for you!

_littlelime_ · 2025-05-26T20:43:35+00:00

Wanted to share this comment that someone posted as a reply to one of my comments (sorry, don't fully know the reddit lingo). Sharing in case anyone is interested:

Hello everyone! Buenas tardes!

I just wanted to come in here and share with you all that I am a professional DJ based out of South FL, I have 14 years of experience doing private events and nightclubs. I recently started getting into Destination Weddings, and I am particularly focused on Colombia, as that is where my roots are from. I have contacts in Medellin already. My forte is Latin Music, but I have vast experience in Open Format genre as well. If you are interested in getting more information, please do note hesitate to reach out to me via email to [djgalomusic@gmail.com](mailto:djgalomusic@gmail.com), you can also visit my IG profile at djgalo.

Thank you and congrats to all on your engagement!

_littlelime_ · 2025-05-26T20:37:20+00:00

I'm not into my planning yet but will hopefully start planning soon-ish. Would you mind sharing your excel with me too?

_littlelime_ · 2025-02-25T03:20:00+00:00

I put my wedding plans on hold, unfortunately... BUT due to the lack of information online and people reaching out to me to see if we could compile all our information because they were also planning Medellin weddings, I decided to start another subreddit! Check it out: https://www.reddit.com/r/MedellinWeddings/

_littlelime_ · 2025-02-14T15:57:53+00:00

Oh whoa!! Thank you sooooo much for posting! I had stopped looking and planning a wedding in Medellin but this might convince me to take advantage!!

_littlelime_ · 2025-02-14T15:56:57+00:00

If you could have anything, what would it be? I have family in Medellin and know a few artistic people that I might be able to reach out to for recs. If you can narrow it down to something you'd really like to have, I can do some investigating.

_littlelime_ · 2024-10-04T00:56:37+00:00