So I worked a small wedding expo this weekend...

representing the spa that I work for. Few interesting things I observed:

Grooms hate these things. I saw more sad and mopey men at this thing than I did after the Vikings lost that evening.

Paper is REALLY expensive. If I was able to get the exact invitations that I wanted, for about 250, I would have paid something in the range of $7400.00. Only in Barrington, right?

I really hope Ryan and I can have out rehersal dinner at Pinstripes. Check them out at www.pinstripes.com

I almost got talked into paying someone to hand write everyone's address on the invitations. I was quoted $2.50-$5.00 per envelope. Where do people come up with money like this?

I got some GREAT ideas for my bridesmaids. Super cute stuff at Swoozies.

In case you weren't there, a quick little picture from May 1st, the night Ryan popped the question!

And so the countdown begins!!

Almost 7 months to the date, Ryan and I are starting a little blog to keep everyone updated about out upcoming wedding on August 28th, 2010! We are super excited, and cant WAIT to share this special day with everyone!

I know some of you don't really know our "story" so I'll give you a bit of an overview:
Ryan and I met while both of us were working at NextMedia Crystal Lake. Ryan doing production for the two stations, and I working on-air doing Middays on their Disco station. Both of us hit it off as friends almost right away. About 5 months later, Ryan left NextMedia to join a Salem station for two Chicago talk stations. I shortly followed his move.....and less than a year later we were dating.

Ryan and I have two big cats: Frank and Toni, and our Doberman Folsom. You will see a lot of him on this site.

Ryan is currently working at a Goodyear Store in town, and I am at a Spa in South Barrington.

This site is for you!!! I will do my best to keep you in the loop as far as whats new for the wedding, where Ryan and I are registered, important dates, hotel options, and more!!! We would love to hear from you!! Feel free to comment and chat with us here on our little blog!