Pix13du5t
Earning My Ears
- Joined
- Sep 15, 2014
Hello All! After scouring planning journals for months, I have decided that I am at a point in my wedding planning that I need to start one myself. This will (hopefully) help me organize my thoughts and get some feedback and advice. I am fairly new to the boards and this is my very first thread. Thanks for reading along!
First Things First!
My name is Ashley and I am a 28 year old cosmetologist from the Philadelphia area. My fiancé is Andrew, he is also 28 and is a subcontractor. We met 6 years ago in our hometown in upstate New York. We were both 22. After a year or so of dating we decided to take our relationship and life more seriously. We both secured jobs and moved together to Philadelphia. It has been quite the struggle! We both come from small families that although are extremely supportive of us, could not help us financially to get our lives together. Over the past five years we have grown together, in every sense of the word.
When we first came here, we couldn't afford internet or cable. So we would pour over used dvds at FYE stores for some entertainment after we were home from work. Lots of older Disney movies were purchased, and thus Disney became our favorite "one day we will" conversation. Neither of us had ever been to Disney World. Fast forward- our life came together. Hard work paid off, and we had everything we always talked about. A house, a beautiful 7 year old beagle named Louie, and a relationship that was dedicated to making our dreams come true. We took our first trip to Disney in 2013. We were hooked after a week. We took our second trip the very next year, this time bringing along members from both sides of our family. It was a beautiful trip! Andrew proposed to me that trip, sealing my happily ever after at my favorite place on earth!
Engagement:
After we were home, we began discussing our wedding options. Two things were certain: we would be paying for our wedding on our own, and we wanted it a small intimate affair. Our first discussion was a wedding in Disney. We looked through our options and quickly realized this was out of reach. We couldn't hope to afford anything more then the memory package. We wanted something small, but were thinking somewhere along the lines of 15 people. We wanted our siblings, nieces and nephews to be with us. Reluctantly, I began investigating venues at home. I was constantly being told that I had to have minimums of guests, my small affair was slipping through my fingers. All the while I kept checking around the internet looking at Disney weddings. I came across one PJ in particular on Dis boards. I cannot remember the bride's handle but her Swan wedding was everything that I wanted. I believe her name is Theresa. I loved her DIY décor, her budget was reasonable and I was inspired. (If she ever sees this thank you for such a dedicated PJ). I researched the Swan and was put in contact with the folks at JUSTMARRY. I was assigned Rebecca as my coordinator. She made our decision so easy- Last May we booked the Crescent Terrace site at The Swan for December 1st 2015.
Coming Up~ Where I'm at planning!!
Cheers! Ashley
First Things First!
My name is Ashley and I am a 28 year old cosmetologist from the Philadelphia area. My fiancé is Andrew, he is also 28 and is a subcontractor. We met 6 years ago in our hometown in upstate New York. We were both 22. After a year or so of dating we decided to take our relationship and life more seriously. We both secured jobs and moved together to Philadelphia. It has been quite the struggle! We both come from small families that although are extremely supportive of us, could not help us financially to get our lives together. Over the past five years we have grown together, in every sense of the word.
When we first came here, we couldn't afford internet or cable. So we would pour over used dvds at FYE stores for some entertainment after we were home from work. Lots of older Disney movies were purchased, and thus Disney became our favorite "one day we will" conversation. Neither of us had ever been to Disney World. Fast forward- our life came together. Hard work paid off, and we had everything we always talked about. A house, a beautiful 7 year old beagle named Louie, and a relationship that was dedicated to making our dreams come true. We took our first trip to Disney in 2013. We were hooked after a week. We took our second trip the very next year, this time bringing along members from both sides of our family. It was a beautiful trip! Andrew proposed to me that trip, sealing my happily ever after at my favorite place on earth!
Engagement:
After we were home, we began discussing our wedding options. Two things were certain: we would be paying for our wedding on our own, and we wanted it a small intimate affair. Our first discussion was a wedding in Disney. We looked through our options and quickly realized this was out of reach. We couldn't hope to afford anything more then the memory package. We wanted something small, but were thinking somewhere along the lines of 15 people. We wanted our siblings, nieces and nephews to be with us. Reluctantly, I began investigating venues at home. I was constantly being told that I had to have minimums of guests, my small affair was slipping through my fingers. All the while I kept checking around the internet looking at Disney weddings. I came across one PJ in particular on Dis boards. I cannot remember the bride's handle but her Swan wedding was everything that I wanted. I believe her name is Theresa. I loved her DIY décor, her budget was reasonable and I was inspired. (If she ever sees this thank you for such a dedicated PJ). I researched the Swan and was put in contact with the folks at JUSTMARRY. I was assigned Rebecca as my coordinator. She made our decision so easy- Last May we booked the Crescent Terrace site at The Swan for December 1st 2015.
Coming Up~ Where I'm at planning!!
Cheers! Ashley
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My eye is now set on Garden Grove. I have left a message am just waiting to hear back from them. Any thoughts about Garden Grove? Anyone know how the process of reserving a meal here? I'm a little deterred that I may not have a private room- but I've heard wonderful things about the restaurant. Any other ideas at all would be appreciated girls! I'm four months out and kinda pressed here, but I know it will all work out. 
I think Trattoria on the Boardwalk has a private area, though I don't know how many people it seats.
I am also doing a Fantasmic dessert party! Oh BOY! 
We really are just waiting for the date when we can book our fast pass+, and our honeymoon is all set.
I really just have to get a final count for who would like makeup and hair. I want to contact beaute speciale- I will still be doing my own hair, but want to make sure I book proper time if any of my guests are interested. My mom has confirmed Andrew's mom and sister are on the fence.
