So. Precursor for those who wont necessarily understand the logistics. Pete and I have chosen to be married in the Cardston Temple in a special ceremony that seals our family together for time and all eternity. We are very excited about this, and honestly its the greatest part about the whole wedding day. Sometimes I joke and say all I need is Pete and a dress, both of which I have. Ive still been making reception plans, booked a photographer and videographer, looked at flowers and cakes and bridesmaids dresses... luckily the only thing Ive put money towards is rings and my dress, because the date we had planned is July 7th... two months from today. BUT--Yesterday, Pete met with the stake president about arrangements for the sealing, and because we have a special situation (having been married before) we need special approval and its actually going to take another two months to get it. Which is okay, I dont mind if we get married July 7th or 15th or 29th, Im just glad we are getting married! on the other hand.... I really do want a reception, but from the looks of it, we will be planning that *last* minute... if at all. Likely we will just get married and send out an invitation later to an open house or something... so, Im just a bit sad about it... sad we took engagement pics that wont be sent out on invitations, sad I bought a very expensive dress that only Pete and I and our families will see (likely we wont be able to book a photographer last minute so Im pretty bummed about that)... and of course Im sad that my very very bestest friend already booked her ticket (at my request!! EEP!)...
so, this is the official announcement that we have no wedding date... but will get married eventually... haha
and getting married in the temple is worth it all :D
Especially to Pete :)
Definitely worth it! Even if you have to wait.
ReplyDeletethinking of you, and praying it all works out asap! <3 Your writing is great as always;-)
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ReplyDeleteSo sorry Elizabeth - I didn't realize you wouldn't have known this yet, otherwise I would have mentioned it! We went through a lot of craziness on Jacob's end so we could get sealed in the temple... and yes, it was worth it all.
ReplyDeleteI am so glad for you that you figured this out well before the date and were able to rework things -- grateful that you didn't end up going through some of the extra craziness we did.
Engagement photos though - have you thought about sending out a photo with a nice wedding announcement? We had planned to do this, it just fell through logistically.
If you're looking at any announcements or other print stuff to get designed feel free to give me a shout - a wedding present from your graphic designer cousin if you will. Lots of hugs and love are being sent your way!
Of course it is worth it! And I am betting everything will work out just fine for your wedding. I'm betting you can make it work. Might be crazy and last minute, but I bet you can do it!
ReplyDeleteThank you everyone!! Im feeling hopeful, and preparing as much as I can. Brenda I will *totally* take you up on that offer!!
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