Jessica and Ryan's SBP/Ariel's Wishes Wedding 9/30/13 - The DIS Discussion Forums

bradleyjess · 11-10-2012, 08:20 AM

Hi! After spending months lurking on these boards, I decided I would start my very own PJ once we sent in our LOA. We just sent it to Pam yesterday, and I couldn't be more excited!

I hope you'll enjoy following along as I figure out how to keep my wedding gorgeous and stay at the Disney Special Pricing minimum of $10,000. I'm willing to sacrifice floral, except for personal -- my detailed Excel sheet says it's possible... we'll see.

So, I guess I'll start by introducing us:

Meet Jessica:

I'm 21, and I just graduated from the University of Florida! Woo Go Gators!

I graduated with a degree in Public Relations, so that's what I'm doing for a job now in Raleigh. I'm a Florida native; I'm originally from Ft. Lauderdale, went to high school in North Florida near Tallahassee and went to college in Gainesville, which is only 1.5 hours from the happiest place on earth

I also have a miniature dachshund that I have to mention. His name is Samson. He's adorable.

Meet Ryan:

Ryan is 23 and also a graduate of UF! His degree is in nuclear engineering though; he's my genius

Ryan's from North Florida, too. He likes animals and outdoorsy stuff. He's super sweet and excited about our Disney wedding! He's a big basketball fan, so I'll probably have plenty of time to journal while basketball season is here haha

After graduation, Ryan got a job in Raleigh as an engineer, so I packed up and followed him!

How we met:

Ryan and I went to the same community college together back home and met through our college's quiz bowl team -- we're just a little nerdy. I was in a relationship when we met, but once that was over, I knew Ryan was the one. He transferred to UF a year before me, but once I moved to Gainesville, we were inseparable. We moved in together after 2 months of dating --risky, I know-- but, he's the best roommate I've ever had.

Proposal:

In March, 2012, I got bronchitis that turned into pneumonia. I woke up sick the day I was going to Disney World to audition to be a princess

but, it didn't stop me from going haha. Anyway, I was sick for about a month. We still had our Christmas tree up, because I'm lazy, and when we returned from our Disney trip at the beginning of March I placed a hidden crystal Mickey on our Christmas tree but didn't tell Ryan where it was. So, one day, while I was sick and unsuspecting, eating ice cream on the couch, Ryan said, "Jessica, you never told me where the hidden Mickey was." I pointed to the top of the tree and said, "It's right there. Can't you see it?"

"He said, "No, show me where it is." So, in all my sickly glory, I put down my ice cream, marched to the tree and said, "IT'S RIGHT HE..." That's when I noticed the most gorgeous ring hanging on my little green Mickey. I was surprised and speechless. I'm sure he thought I was going to say no because it took me so long to answer haha. But, I said yes, and I love the story. All of it -- the springtime Christmas tree, the hidden Mickey, the pneumonia, the gorgeous ring and my thoughtful fiancé.

redlight · 11-10-2012, 06:52 PM

Congratulations and welcome!

Your dog is so cute!

bradleyjess · 11-10-2012, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by redlight

Congratulations and welcome!

Your dog is so cute!

Thank you

I can't wait to post more details!

SeaBreezeBride · 11-10-2012, 07:12 PM

Welcome! And can't wait to follow along with your plans! My DF and I are getting married at SBP and having a reception at the Attic as well! Great minds think alike!

bradleyjess · 11-10-2012, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by SeaBreezeBride

Welcome! And can't wait to follow along with your plans! My DF and I are getting married at SBP and having a reception at the Attic as well! Great minds think alike!

Hi! Thanks, I've been lurking on your PJ too lol

disneydreamer1025 · 11-10-2012, 08:28 PM

Congrats and welcome! I am getting married two weeks before you so I am following along.

bradleyjess · 11-11-2012, 05:46 AM

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Originally Posted by disneydreamer1025

Congrats and welcome! I am getting married two weeks before you so I am following along.

Neat! I like seeing couples that are getting married around the same time!

Talbot23 · 11-11-2012, 12:14 PM

Congrats! I can't wait to read more

bradleyjess · 11-11-2012, 04:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Talbot23

Congrats! I can't wait to read more

Thanks! Glad you're following along

bradleyjess · 11-11-2012, 04:35 PM

So, I'm having a great time finding bridesmaid outfits

I have four bridesmaids: my MOH, my cousin who I've been close with since birth since she's only 9 mos. older than me, my BF -- we've been friends since 8th grade, and I was just her BM last month, and my two friends from college.

Since they're all traveling to DW, I wanted to make the clothing as affordable as possible. I found these dresses online at ASOS for $43 on sale! I love them! Plus, since they're long they don't have to buy matching shoes.

This is a picture of me in the dress since I haven't seen them in it yet:

The dress has a sash that's the same color that goes around the waist, but I'm not wearing it.

Instead of flowers, I want to buy a clutch like this one I found on Etsy and add a salmon-colored flower (our colors will be mint, salmon and grey):

I'm going to give them the clutch as part of their bridesmaid gift, and it will save me from having to pay for bridesmaids bouquets!

Hotel arrangements:
I wanted to write about what I'm thinking for hotel arrangements and see what you guys think. I'm going to be renting DVC points for the first time for this trip, so I would appreciate any advice!

Since my FMIL doesn't drive, Ryan and I will drive to her house on Friday, drive her to Orlando on Saturday afternoon after she gets off work and take her to the parks on Sunday. I'm thinking about booking Saturday, Sept. 28 through Saturday, Oct. 5 at the Boardwalk and sharing the room with her on the 28th. Sunday, I want to book a second room at OKW for the whole bridal party and FMIL can stay at the BWV on Sunday night as well. I want to book OKW since they have the biggest 2 bedroom suites.

How do you guys think that will work? Any advice for making sure I rent points from a trustworthy person? I'm waiting until Pam confirms that she has our LOA and the date is set in stone before I book the rooms!

belle2211 · 11-11-2012, 08:39 PM

Welcome and Congrats! And Go Gators!!! I went to UF and am a DIE-HARD Gator!! My bachelorette party was Gator themed and I had a Gator garter for the wedding!

bradleyjess · 11-12-2012, 07:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by belle2211

Welcome and Congrats! And Go Gators!!! I went to UF and am a DIE-HARD Gator!! My bachelorette party was Gator themed and I had a Gator garter for the wedding!

Thanks! I think I want a Gator garter too

Go Gators!

CinderALLIE · 11-12-2012, 03:02 PM

Congrats, Can't wait to see more of your plans.

bradleyjess · 11-13-2012, 05:37 AM

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Originally Posted by CinderALLIE

Congrats, Can't wait to see more of your plans.

Thanks!

bradleyjess · 11-14-2012, 07:58 AM

Thinking of booking Beaute Speciale for hair and makeup. I'm nervous since I'm so picky about my makeup!

Did anyone go with them and wish they hadn't?

11-10-2012, 08:20 AM	#1
bradleyjess Mouseketeer Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 222	Jessica and Ryan's SBP/Ariel's Wishes Wedding 9/30/13 Hi! After spending months lurking on these boards, I decided I would start my very own PJ once we sent in our LOA. We just sent it to Pam yesterday, and I couldn't be more excited! I hope you'll enjoy following along as I figure out how to keep my wedding gorgeous and stay at the Disney Special Pricing minimum of $10,000. I'm willing to sacrifice floral, except for personal -- my detailed Excel sheet says it's possible... we'll see. So, I guess I'll start by introducing us: Meet Jessica: I'm 21, and I just graduated from the University of Florida! Woo Go Gators! I graduated with a degree in Public Relations, so that's what I'm doing for a job now in Raleigh. I'm a Florida native; I'm originally from Ft. Lauderdale, went to high school in North Florida near Tallahassee and went to college in Gainesville, which is only 1.5 hours from the happiest place on earth I also have a miniature dachshund that I have to mention. His name is Samson. He's adorable. Meet Ryan: Ryan is 23 and also a graduate of UF! His degree is in nuclear engineering though; he's my genius Ryan's from North Florida, too. He likes animals and outdoorsy stuff. He's super sweet and excited about our Disney wedding! He's a big basketball fan, so I'll probably have plenty of time to journal while basketball season is here haha After graduation, Ryan got a job in Raleigh as an engineer, so I packed up and followed him! How we met: Ryan and I went to the same community college together back home and met through our college's quiz bowl team -- we're just a little nerdy. I was in a relationship when we met, but once that was over, I knew Ryan was the one. He transferred to UF a year before me, but once I moved to Gainesville, we were inseparable. We moved in together after 2 months of dating --risky, I know-- but, he's the best roommate I've ever had. Proposal: In March, 2012, I got bronchitis that turned into pneumonia. I woke up sick the day I was going to Disney World to audition to be a princess but, it didn't stop me from going haha. Anyway, I was sick for about a month. We still had our Christmas tree up, because I'm lazy, and when we returned from our Disney trip at the beginning of March I placed a hidden crystal Mickey on our Christmas tree but didn't tell Ryan where it was. So, one day, while I was sick and unsuspecting, eating ice cream on the couch, Ryan said, "Jessica, you never told me where the hidden Mickey was." I pointed to the top of the tree and said, "It's right there. Can't you see it?" "He said, "No, show me where it is." So, in all my sickly glory, I put down my ice cream, marched to the tree and said, "IT'S RIGHT HE..." That's when I noticed the most gorgeous ring hanging on my little green Mickey. I was surprised and speechless. I'm sure he thought I was going to say no because it took me so long to answer haha. But, I said yes, and I love the story. All of it -- the springtime Christmas tree, the hidden Mickey, the pneumonia, the gorgeous ring and my thoughtful fiancé. __________________ Check out my Disney Wishes Wedding PJ! My resort history: Port Orleans Riverside, WDW Dolphin, Yacht Club, Contemporary and Coronado Springs. Upcoming: 9/2013 wedding/honeymoon trip at the Boardwalk Resort! Last edited by bradleyjess; 03-29-2013 at 08:59 AM.

11-10-2012, 06:52 PM	#2
redlight DIS Veteran Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 4,853	Congratulations and welcome! Your dog is so cute! __________________ Amy

11-10-2012, 07:12 PM	#4
SeaBreezeBride Mouseketeer Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Kennesaw, GA Posts: 89	Welcome! And can't wait to follow along with your plans! My DF and I are getting married at SBP and having a reception at the Attic as well! Great minds think alike! __________________ Follow my PJ: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2957429

11-11-2012, 04:35 PM	#10
bradleyjess Mouseketeer Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 222	Bridesmaids/Honeymoon res. So, I'm having a great time finding bridesmaid outfits I have four bridesmaids: my MOH, my cousin who I've been close with since birth since she's only 9 mos. older than me, my BF -- we've been friends since 8th grade, and I was just her BM last month, and my two friends from college. Since they're all traveling to DW, I wanted to make the clothing as affordable as possible. I found these dresses online at ASOS for $43 on sale! I love them! Plus, since they're long they don't have to buy matching shoes. This is a picture of me in the dress since I haven't seen them in it yet: The dress has a sash that's the same color that goes around the waist, but I'm not wearing it. Instead of flowers, I want to buy a clutch like this one I found on Etsy and add a salmon-colored flower (our colors will be mint, salmon and grey): I'm going to give them the clutch as part of their bridesmaid gift, and it will save me from having to pay for bridesmaids bouquets! Hotel arrangements: I wanted to write about what I'm thinking for hotel arrangements and see what you guys think. I'm going to be renting DVC points for the first time for this trip, so I would appreciate any advice! Since my FMIL doesn't drive, Ryan and I will drive to her house on Friday, drive her to Orlando on Saturday afternoon after she gets off work and take her to the parks on Sunday. I'm thinking about booking Saturday, Sept. 28 through Saturday, Oct. 5 at the Boardwalk and sharing the room with her on the 28th. Sunday, I want to book a second room at OKW for the whole bridal party and FMIL can stay at the BWV on Sunday night as well. I want to book OKW since they have the biggest 2 bedroom suites. How do you guys think that will work? Any advice for making sure I rent points from a trustworthy person? I'm waiting until Pam confirms that she has our LOA and the date is set in stone before I book the rooms!

11-11-2012, 08:39 PM	#11
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11-12-2012, 03:02 PM	#13
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11-14-2012, 07:58 AM	#15
bradleyjess Mouseketeer Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 222	Thinking of booking Beaute Speciale for hair and makeup. I'm nervous since I'm so picky about my makeup! Did anyone go with them and wish they hadn't? __________________ Check out my Disney Wishes Wedding PJ! My resort history: Port Orleans Riverside, WDW Dolphin, Yacht Club, Contemporary and Coronado Springs. Upcoming: 9/2013 wedding/honeymoon trip at the Boardwalk Resort!

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