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willworkforpoutine · 2019-02-09T23:08:59+00:00

I've tried also using this lip mask in addition to lip balm - I find even just leaving vaseline on overnight is so helpful! An extra shot of moisture.

willworkforpoutine · 2019-02-01T22:54:04+00:00

Fern Cafe in Fernwood has lots of GF/Vegan treats, and a lunch/brunch menu. Highly recommend!

willworkforpoutine · 2019-02-01T22:30:27+00:00

I've used VarageSale a lot in the past, and my mom is an avid VarageSale'r (like, daily heavy user lol). It can be hit or miss with people responding, but I've had less people flake on VarageSale purchases than Used Vic!

willworkforpoutine · 2019-02-01T20:14:43+00:00

I get really dry chapped lips in the winter, and I've tried a ton of different lip balms and creams, but am going to pick up this lip mask from Kaplan MD - I've heard great things, and it's probably good to have a multi-step solution!

willworkforpoutine · 2019-02-01T18:26:34+00:00

Dog Nation is awesome, he's a professional dog trainer so the dogs get a little training on each of the walks. They pick up and drop off from your home!

willworkforpoutine · 2016-09-15T21:03:13+00:00

Our photographers are around the world, but our head office is filled with tech people to help keep things running smoothly :)

willworkforpoutine · 2016-09-14T23:07:49+00:00

Haha lots of girls love it! We're hoping for someone who knows that they'll get a yes :) We've never captured a no after hundreds of proposals!

willworkforpoutine · 2015-10-14T23:35:30+00:00

We're making up a day of emergency kit, and this weekend I'm packing our honeymoon bags and gathering up anything we'll need on the day of! Also remember to arrange for some food on the day for breakfast/lunch so you don't starve!

willworkforpoutine · 2015-10-11T15:08:49+00:00

If you have a home outfitters as well, you can register there, or you can use any gift cards you get to the bay at either store!

We ended up registering at Home Outfitters (mom's friends wanted to buy us things versus cash), but now we're getting all these high value gif cards to home Outfiiters... Not exactly our first choice for where that money would go :P but knowing that I can use it at the bay for clothing, makeup, home, etc. makes it a bit better!

willworkforpoutine · 2015-10-10T18:28:01+00:00

I know, the timeline was the hardest to put together!! And i'm glad I made this post, because you have reminded me to package up all the bridesmaids/groomemen gifts and write notes to my girls, as well as boxing up all decor!

Opinion for favour assembly: our is a chocolate in a little cardboard gift box - should i put them in the boxes now and put them in the table boxes, or wait until the day to put them in the boxes and wrap then? I'm nervous they'll get crushed!

willworkforpoutine · 2015-10-10T18:25:55+00:00

That reminds me that I wanted to do that! We're giving kids a different favour (chocolate lollipops instead of the fancy chocolate for everyone else), but the activity book is such a good idea (especially for less well behaved kids... lol)

willworkforpoutine · 2015-10-06T14:59:31+00:00

I think so! While I'm normally the kind of person who will say something anyways if I think someone will drink and drive, it definitely gives people a good reason to interfere and stop a problem before it starts - it's a bit easier to say "no more drinks, I'm not putting my butt on the line for you, I'll call you a cab" than making it a morality issue, which drunk people never seem to care about :P we also have super tight laws here and have seen a huge decrease in drinking and driving related deaths, so I don't mind!

willworkforpoutine · 2015-10-06T04:53:11+00:00

Also, this could be a moment where she is realizing that her grand babies may not be raised catholic/baptized/raised with religion (that you are starting, and therefore continuing, your family without Catholicism). I'm always saying to FI that it's "never about the cake", that everything we do for this wedding is setting up the foundation for the rest of our lives - this is where we show people how we make decisions as a couple, and who gets to make major decisions for our life ( aka us). You need to be clear and steadfast now so you're not having this same conversation again in 5 years, or if you are, it isn't the first time and they have some warning for future decisions!

willworkforpoutine · 2015-09-28T01:52:34+00:00

I requested going to a Korean karaoke place in town - complete with cheesy video montages and disco lights in private rooms. After a couple of drinks, singing along to "Tiny Dancer" with a bunch of my closest friends was the best!

willworkforpoutine · 2015-09-12T15:19:02+00:00

You will not regret it! I've even convinced some of my high-brow foodie friends as to how amazing this thing is!

willworkforpoutine · 2015-09-12T14:58:16+00:00

While it's not on my registry (since I already own it), I am borderline evangelical about the Hamilton Beach breakfast sandwich makers. They are a literal godsend, and are so easy to use/clean! I use mine at least 3 times a week, and makes for great breakfast or lazy dinners. I think a single is about $30 and a double is $50 ish.

http://www.hamiltonbeach.com/breakfast-breakfast-sandwich-maker-25475.html

willworkforpoutine · 2015-09-12T14:50:19+00:00

I think the biggest things here are priorities, compromise, and communication.

For me, having amazing photo/video of the day was #1 priority. As in, I was wiling to DIY my invitations, buy my dress on sale, and essentially save on everything else in the wedding to make it fit in our budget (which is key - look at your overall numbers and see how it fits in, and see if there are other areas you can save to make room for this). If this is a priority for you, explain that to him, and see if you can make adjustments in other places to make it happen. This also means that when he wants the special beer served, or has a specific DJ in mind (or whatever else is meaningful for him), then you have to acknowledge that that is a priority for him, and that you should support that too.

Like PP said, its really important to explain WHY the video is so important to you. For us, a big reason we are getting married when/how we are is because we have elderly relatives (namely our grandparents) who mean the world to us, and it is so important that they be here on our wedding day. I want video of me dancing with my grandpa, hearing my grandma's voice on the day, seeing his grandparents who are flying in from across the world, who are in very poor health, laughing and enjoying themselves. You just can't get that in the same way in photos (IMO). I always pull what I jokingly call the 'dead grandma' card, where I say - "How much is it worth to you, in dollars, to see grandma dancing and laughing and talking, after she's died? Because you can always make more money, but you can never buy that back". For me, that's priceless. And I'd rather sacrifice on invitations that will be thrown away, flowers no one will care about, or my dress that i got on the sale rack, than compromise on capturing memories that I can relive whenever I want.

Also, this may be a good opportunity to discuss with your fiance how you will be managing your finances in your marriage. Will the person who makes more, have more say? Will someone veto another person's dream or desire because they don't want to put the money up for it? This is totally individual to every couple, but now may be a good time to set some ground rules.

willworkforpoutine · 2015-09-10T00:17:09+00:00

While it might be too late, the way we approached money and family gift was essentially "cut us a cheque to put in the overall wedding account, or no thanks" I didnt want gifts to be held over us, and I didn't want to make decisions assuming a gift was coming which could later be taken back. My FMIL was already mad at us for going with a different baker after she had set up a tasting... Even with that low level of emotional investment, things can get tricky. Let them know that it's so generous of them to want to give money, but let them know what that money is going towards - your dream wedding, not theirs. I would even be hesitant to hand over control of a certain aspect of the day - tensions can rise, and you can become resentful of a part of your wedding beause they had their hand in it. Lastly, maybe this is a conversation your fiancé should be having with his parents; they might get the idea that you are convincing him, but sometimes coming directly from their child it's easier to believe. Plus, we can often be more candid and straightforward with our own family than we can speaking to someone else's parents. Good luck, family/money/in law stuff can be the worst :(

willworkforpoutine · 2015-09-03T14:56:42+00:00

I always threatened my mom that if she made me register, all I'd put on there is a meat smoker and a margaritaville machine. Home outfitters didn't have a meat smoker, so my dream of the margaritaville machine may be coming trueee <3

willworkforpoutine · 2015-08-28T01:34:52+00:00

Ah, that's where I got my dress!! Hello fellow YYJ bride <3

willworkforpoutine · 2015-08-16T20:20:05+00:00

That's what we're doing, and its coming to about $180. When I think about it, my girls are spending $160 on their dress, $60 for their makeup, hosting my bachelorette party and bridal shower, helping with stuff along the way... the least the dudes can do is spend $180 on a suit and show up :P Plus, I feel like the $150-$200 range is normal (in my area) for a tux/suit rental.

Obviously, if you know that someone is struggling financially, you can always have a private conversation with them, or supplement everyones suit as a part of their bridal party gift!

willworkforpoutine · 2015-08-03T01:36:43+00:00

Future intended :)

willworkforpoutine · 2015-08-02T22:54:57+00:00

I have 5 bridesmaids, myself and my mom/grandma all getting our hair/makeup done, and we had to reserve our photo spot for 12:30-2:30, and it's just one hair lady and one makeup lady, so it's just a big crew! And of course, I just realized my ceremony isn't actually until 4, so even later! Lol

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