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If It's In This Color Whatever This Is, Everything Is Groovy. It's Covered And Focus Can Go Elsewhere. Whew! Super Green!!!
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If It's In This Color, We've Pretty Much Dealt With It And Are Waiting To Pick It Up Etc. We might just be waiting for it to dry to take on the next level of the itness...
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If It's In This Color, We're Focusing On It And Probably Have An Idea Or Two, But Are Potentially Running Into Snags... Might Need... Help....
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If It's In This Color, No Go Just Yet, Maybe It's Just To Soon Or....
Systems... Malfunction... Error... Error... Errorrrrrrr.......... |
Attire Related
The Groom's ... Suit ---------------------- Got It Ring --------------------- Got Temp Band Shoes -------------------- Got Them Extras -------------------- Got It The Bride's ... Dress -------------------- Got It Ring --------------------- G0t Temp band Shoes -------------------- Got It Extras ------------------- Crafted Flowery Ring Bearer's ... Dress -------------------------- Got It Shoes -------------------------- Got them Extras ------------------------- Crafted Ring Carry Options -------------- Crafted Our Thunder Thunder Attire --------------- complete (?) Deco Related
-Many creations here may be ongoing. Arch ---------------------------- Finished Dragon Tree ----------------- Worked Out Tree Itself --------------- Thank you Cory Dragons ------------------------ Crafted Way to attach money to tree------- Crafted Intro Tent ----------------- Thank you Cory |
Misc.
Officiant -------------------------- Found License --------------------------- Got It Location ---------------------- Reserved Transportation --------------- Figured Out Cake ---------------------- Found a Maker - Cake Topper ----------------- Created - Cake slicer/server ----- Thank you Mom Dishes for all ------------- Thank you Mom -Food Plates ------------ Thank You Mom -Cake Plates ----------- Thank you Mom -Cups ----------------- Thank you Mom -Utensils --------------- Thank You Mom -Napkins --------------- Thank You Mom Table Coverings ----------- Thank You Mom Seating ----------------------- Worked Out Invitations ---------------------- Crafted - Invitation insert ------------- Crafted Programs ------------------------ Crafted Guest Treasures ------------------ Crafted Stereo Rental -------- Thank You Cory & Jen Generator Rental ---------- Thank You Cory Bridal Bouquet -------------------- Crafted Mermaid Bouquet ----------------- Crafted Roo's Funny Business -------------- Crafted Road Signs ----------------------- Crafted Fun Stuff We'd Like To Consider
Horse Ride -------------------- dream idea |
Ways We May Need a Hand
As you are soon to see, our wedding will not be traditional, as we are not traditional. This being said we would love it if those of you who felt inclined to do so went ahead and wore some kind of fun attire or costume as well (more on this below, with picture inspiration in case anyone feels in need/want). The basic themes we seem to keep coming back around to have a lot to do with dragons, Venetian jesters, vikings, and magical beings. There is no real requirement to fit into one of these categories, but if you want to dress up in some fun way, we definitely encourage it. We only ask that you keep in mind we will be in the woods during the summer, and there will be children present...and Roo comes packed with and endless supply of questions and opinions...lol
Photography
Photography is something we could definitely use a little help with. I have asked a couple people to help with photos and video, then I recruited one of them for part of the ceremony... which will (obviously) complicate picture taking for her. The other I asked to do the video for us so she won't really be able to take pictures. Our original plan was to just pilfer the photo albums of friends and family that show up after our Bonding Ceremony, which I'll probably still do anyway because I love pictures and this is a very special occasion for us.
We greatly thank you all for your co-operation and participation here.
Photography is something we could definitely use a little help with. I have asked a couple people to help with photos and video, then I recruited one of them for part of the ceremony... which will (obviously) complicate picture taking for her. The other I asked to do the video for us so she won't really be able to take pictures. Our original plan was to just pilfer the photo albums of friends and family that show up after our Bonding Ceremony, which I'll probably still do anyway because I love pictures and this is a very special occasion for us.
We greatly thank you all for your co-operation and participation here.
Can we live stream the wedding for out of town guests who can't make it?
Unfortunately, no we won't be able to live stream our Bonding Ceremony as we'll be just out of wifi range. However it sounds like there may be a plan forming that involves the sharing of the video after we've had time to view and edit it.
Seating is something we will need a hand with for sure. As it sits we are asking if anyone involved maybe has extra outdoor type seating that they might be able and willing to bring along. There will be a couple few picnic tables on site, however those we will be using for things like the cake, food and drinks, and the dragon tree. These tables also will be set up in an area that isn't necessarily best for viewing of the ceremony itself. If any of you whom are already involved, have extra outdoor seating that you have room to bring along, please please let us know as we can really use a hand here. If you received and invitation and can help us here, please let us know. Your assistance is very much needed.
Food - Our food and drink table is more about our guests than it is about us. We don't eat a whole lot, especially in the summer, nor do we drink alcohol. However we know that some of you are looking forward to a little more than that, may have traveled vast distances, and possibly even seek ways to put yourself into this celebration a little more. That being said, Cody and I have decided that for our Bonding Ceremony we wish to go potluck style for food, and we want anyone bringing food to bring their favorite whatever it is. Be it a meal type food, dessert, or a snack, we want you to bring your favorites. This, we feel, is not only a way to make sure that everyone has a little something they love while celebrating with us, but also gives us all a yummy ways to get to know one another better.
Drinks - Now I know some of you will still ask Cody or myself what you should bring. Beverages would be extremely appreciated. We'll be in the woods in the summer so hydration is very important. Our climate is generally rather cool in temperature (I'll post weather updates as we get closer), but overheating is not something we wish to promote. For Cody and myself, liquids are more important to us in the summer usually anyway. As I said though, he and I don't drink alcohol at all. We understand this tends to be a curve ball to some, so to help make that easier, I have put together a list of non alcoholic beverage ideas. It can be found in the "Cake, Food, Drinks" section. If you feel brave and wish to bring something off this list, we will try it.
Note for those bringing food/drink
**Most of our RSVP's are in and we are looking at roughly 43-46 people. There are a few that we are waiting for an answer from, but that's as close as we can give for numbers right now.**
Note for those bringing food/drink
**Most of our RSVP's are in and we are looking at roughly 43-46 people. There are a few that we are waiting for an answer from, but that's as close as we can give for numbers right now.**
Decorations, Party Favors, and Other Fun Ideas
Dragon Tree - This is something that is very important to Cody and myself but in a very different than traditional kind of way. See the section on "Seating, Tables, Deco, Money Tree and more" for more information.
Attire - Want an excuse to dress like Halloween in summer? We are offering you that opportunity. Magical beings welcome here!! I'm sure some of you have noticed we are not really traditional, about... well... much of anything. In this case, this means that we are welcoming others to come in some kind of ceremonial and/or fun gear as well. We only ask that you keep in mind we will be in the woods during the summer and there will be children present.
Below I have added a selection of ideas for those of you seeking creative inspiration. These ideas are in no way a requirement. Just visual ideas of things we, or some of our guests, have, or are, considering in one manner or another. You are welcome to pull from these ideas, pursue one to it's fullest, or come up with your own fun ideas. While the general theme for our Bonding Ceremony is dragons, magic and a hint of Venetian charm, our basic overall attire themes here have somehow broken themselves down into strange groups where guys seem to be leaning toward viking related or steampunk ideas, and the ladies are leaning more towards magical creatures and the renaissance/medieval style. Again you are not required to follow any of these themes. We just really like to play and have fun, and want to encourage you to let your inner kid come play with our inner kids.
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Below I have added a selection of ideas for those of you seeking creative inspiration. These ideas are in no way a requirement. Just visual ideas of things we, or some of our guests, have, or are, considering in one manner or another. You are welcome to pull from these ideas, pursue one to it's fullest, or come up with your own fun ideas. While the general theme for our Bonding Ceremony is dragons, magic and a hint of Venetian charm, our basic overall attire themes here have somehow broken themselves down into strange groups where guys seem to be leaning toward viking related or steampunk ideas, and the ladies are leaning more towards magical creatures and the renaissance/medieval style. Again you are not required to follow any of these themes. We just really like to play and have fun, and want to encourage you to let your inner kid come play with our inner kids.
For those of you seeking great deals while finding a fun outfit, we highly recommend Wish.com as an excellent source of epic deals. We fully recommend that you read the comment sections before deciding to buy as the customers there have no problem telling how awesome or horrid and item turned out to be. We also recommend here that you keep in mind when ordering that most shipping times (unless you pay for the fast shipping) will take anywhere from 2 weeks to a month to arrive. This being said, we have shopped with them for a variety of items, and following our own advice above, we have not been disappointed. This is probably a good time to mention that some of the searches come up with some definite adult only content, so shop safely.
Couples Ideas
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Masks
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Kids Ideas
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Women's Renaissance and Medieval Ideas
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Women's Magic Related Ideas
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Men's Renaissance Ideas
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Men's Viking Ideas
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Men's Steampunk Ideas
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Set up, and Deconstruction - My parents will be staying at our reserved sites (#'s 38, 39, and 40). As far as actual set up and tear down, we have huge huge thank yous to Cory and Jen, Jen and Larry, my parents, my sisters and their guys, and Shawna for all being able to help us set the stage and be there for the rehearsal the day before at 5:30 pm. More info to come as we have it...