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Monday, July 5, 2010
Monday, June 28, 2010
E-Pics: Bring Your Own...
Wedding planning is kind of funny, in that most of the folks planning weddings have never done it before. So, each new experience is, well, new. And that means, you aren't sure how to do it. And by "you," I really mean "me."
So here's what I did right and what could be improved upon with the e-pics, aside from my anxiety.
What this Polar Bear did right:
1. Brought water for me, Mr PB, and our lovely photographers. It was hot, and the water was somewhat refreshing.
2. Brought 2 handheld fans I purchased from REI.
One was tiny, the other spritzed water. We didn't really use the water fan (hello, makeup disaster!) but it was nice to know they were there if we needed them.
3. Brought some blotting sheets along. My makeup artist said to get them, so I did.
4. Wore the best shoes in the entire world. I've posted about them before, but I'm not linking it here. I'm gonna surprise you with the awesome pro pics (when I get them).
5. Wore jewelry that had special meaning to me, or that I just really really love. Like my e-ring, bracelets that remind me of my sister, and a necklace from Mr. PB's mom.
What this Polar Bear could have done better:
1. Used the blotting sheets. Just an idea.
2. Brought bug spray! Oh my, the bugs started getting bad and I am a total mosquito magnet. I think we all walked away with at least ten fresh bites.
3. Thought more about what Mr. PB and I do to show each other affection. Like, he has always been into giving me kisses on my forehead. But I didn't think about it, and we were both kind of nervous so it didn't just naturally happen.
4. Gotten a magical bag that would float alongside us and carry the water, keys, sunglasses, fans, etc. for us. Our photographers ended up carrying our bag, because if we carried it, it was too hard for them to take pics of us - I'd have to put the bag down and it was just ruining the flow. I'm not really sure how to fix this, hence the magic bag. You know, like the one Hermione has that can hold anything, but is tiny and she can stuff it in her sock? Yeah, like that bag.
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So here's what I did right and what could be improved upon with the e-pics, aside from my anxiety.
What this Polar Bear did right:
1. Brought water for me, Mr PB, and our lovely photographers. It was hot, and the water was somewhat refreshing.
2. Brought 2 handheld fans I purchased from REI.
One was tiny, the other spritzed water. We didn't really use the water fan (hello, makeup disaster!) but it was nice to know they were there if we needed them.
3. Brought some blotting sheets along. My makeup artist said to get them, so I did.
4. Wore the best shoes in the entire world. I've posted about them before, but I'm not linking it here. I'm gonna surprise you with the awesome pro pics (when I get them).
5. Wore jewelry that had special meaning to me, or that I just really really love. Like my e-ring, bracelets that remind me of my sister, and a necklace from Mr. PB's mom.
What this Polar Bear could have done better:
1. Used the blotting sheets. Just an idea.
2. Brought bug spray! Oh my, the bugs started getting bad and I am a total mosquito magnet. I think we all walked away with at least ten fresh bites.
3. Thought more about what Mr. PB and I do to show each other affection. Like, he has always been into giving me kisses on my forehead. But I didn't think about it, and we were both kind of nervous so it didn't just naturally happen.
4. Gotten a magical bag that would float alongside us and carry the water, keys, sunglasses, fans, etc. for us. Our photographers ended up carrying our bag, because if we carried it, it was too hard for them to take pics of us - I'd have to put the bag down and it was just ruining the flow. I'm not really sure how to fix this, hence the magic bag. You know, like the one Hermione has that can hold anything, but is tiny and she can stuff it in her sock? Yeah, like that bag.
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Ok, hopefully those tips are helpful for someone out there in weddingblog land. I cannot wait to see our pro pics!!!!
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
"Oh anxiety...
You're mine all the time..." Those lyrics are from The Never, a local band that we love (and can you guys put out some new music soon, please? ok thanks.)
I'm an anxious person. I tend to do some catastrophic thinking. That's when your thoughts run away from you in your mind. It goes a little somethin' like this:
"OMG, I totally have no idea what that professor was talking about in bio class. I mean, does he think I'm like, a biologist or something? Seriously, this isn't Yale. I'm totally going to fail. But I have to pass Bio 11 to be a psychologist don't I??? OMG. I'm never going to be a psychologist. I'm going to flunk out of college, and I'll end up living on the street and I'll be homeless and pan handleing illegally and addicted to crack and meth and like, I don't know, whatever other drugs are out there, and I'll be telling all the college students who walk by me that I used to be one of them and now JUST LOOK AT ME!!!!!!!!!!" (This is pretty accurate of an actual freakout I had freshman year, although perhaps this recap is not quite as dramatic.)
That's catastrophic thinking. I might have done a smidge of it yesterday on the day of our engagement pictures.
First, I worried about the temperature (which I had been worrying about ever since the first really hot day in NC this year). Then I worried about the light. I worried about whether we'd be natural/romantic/interesting/pretty/handsome enough. I worried about whether my teeth (freed from braces only six months ago) would look straight and white enough. Were my arms too bony (yes). Was the green tank top highlighting the pudge around my middle (yes). Were my hands too veiny (yes). Could I do anything about this? NO. Well, except try on a million outfits and finally pick one that did not make my middle look pudgey - the orange shirt may make me look like I'm trying to hide a baby bump though. Should be awesome for the save the dates!
During the actual engagement shoot, I primarily thought "Are these pictures turning out well?" and "Is my bra showing?" and "OMG, I bet my pores look huge" and "These are going to be the sweatiest photos ever, I just know it." There was a lot of nervous laughing, on my part.
Good Lord, I am a worrying mess!
But today, I realized several things. Several very important things.
1. We have awesome photographers. I'm sure they were able to get enough good shots of us. And even if not, it is NOT the end of the world. Far far from it.
2. The whole experience probably would have been a lot better if I was not so freaked out about taking good photos and really just focused on enjoying the time there with Mr. PB. A LOT better. And probably would have resulted in more natural photos too.
3. Most importantly, I have an AMAZING fiance. Yesterday, he was calm and cool and chillaxin'. I figured he would be uptight and irritable for me making him be in the hot hot heat, and asking him to smile and look natural while having two photogs snapping away at him...but he was NOT. He was great, and even though I could tell he was kind of nervous (hello, we both were!), he really made an effort and I know he was mostly doing it because he knows how important it is to me. And the two of us and our relationship is the most important thing.
So I've learned an important lesson, one that I hope I can carry with me through the rest of this planning, and keep forefront in my mind on our wedding day. The most important thing is US. The rest, well, it's just details.
Oh, and some anti-anxiety meds might be in order.
Learn any lessons the hard way?
I'm an anxious person. I tend to do some catastrophic thinking. That's when your thoughts run away from you in your mind. It goes a little somethin' like this:
"OMG, I totally have no idea what that professor was talking about in bio class. I mean, does he think I'm like, a biologist or something? Seriously, this isn't Yale. I'm totally going to fail. But I have to pass Bio 11 to be a psychologist don't I??? OMG. I'm never going to be a psychologist. I'm going to flunk out of college, and I'll end up living on the street and I'll be homeless and pan handleing illegally and addicted to crack and meth and like, I don't know, whatever other drugs are out there, and I'll be telling all the college students who walk by me that I used to be one of them and now JUST LOOK AT ME!!!!!!!!!!" (This is pretty accurate of an actual freakout I had freshman year, although perhaps this recap is not quite as dramatic.)
That's catastrophic thinking. I might have done a smidge of it yesterday on the day of our engagement pictures.
First, I worried about the temperature (which I had been worrying about ever since the first really hot day in NC this year). Then I worried about the light. I worried about whether we'd be natural/romantic/interesting/pretty/handsome enough. I worried about whether my teeth (freed from braces only six months ago) would look straight and white enough. Were my arms too bony (yes). Was the green tank top highlighting the pudge around my middle (yes). Were my hands too veiny (yes). Could I do anything about this? NO. Well, except try on a million outfits and finally pick one that did not make my middle look pudgey - the orange shirt may make me look like I'm trying to hide a baby bump though. Should be awesome for the save the dates!
During the actual engagement shoot, I primarily thought "Are these pictures turning out well?" and "Is my bra showing?" and "OMG, I bet my pores look huge" and "These are going to be the sweatiest photos ever, I just know it." There was a lot of nervous laughing, on my part.
Good Lord, I am a worrying mess!
But today, I realized several things. Several very important things.
1. We have awesome photographers. I'm sure they were able to get enough good shots of us. And even if not, it is NOT the end of the world. Far far from it.
2. The whole experience probably would have been a lot better if I was not so freaked out about taking good photos and really just focused on enjoying the time there with Mr. PB. A LOT better. And probably would have resulted in more natural photos too.
3. Most importantly, I have an AMAZING fiance. Yesterday, he was calm and cool and chillaxin'. I figured he would be uptight and irritable for me making him be in the hot hot heat, and asking him to smile and look natural while having two photogs snapping away at him...but he was NOT. He was great, and even though I could tell he was kind of nervous (hello, we both were!), he really made an effort and I know he was mostly doing it because he knows how important it is to me. And the two of us and our relationship is the most important thing.
So I've learned an important lesson, one that I hope I can carry with me through the rest of this planning, and keep forefront in my mind on our wedding day. The most important thing is US. The rest, well, it's just details.
Oh, and some anti-anxiety meds might be in order.
Learn any lessons the hard way?
Monday, June 21, 2010
I'm a freakin GENIUS!!! (NOT.)
Or an alternate title could be...How This Bride FAILED in E-pic Planning.
What's going on, you ask in alarm? Well, I'll tell you....
I scheduled our e-pics for June 22 at 5:30pm - you know, to capture that awesome sunset style that's so pretty - like this!
samoancuban photography
They are our awesome photographers too!
What's going on, you ask in alarm? Well, I'll tell you....
I scheduled our e-pics for June 22 at 5:30pm - you know, to capture that awesome sunset style that's so pretty - like this!
samoancuban photography
They are our awesome photographers too!
The reason I scheduled our e-pics for June 22 (aka tomorrow! eek!) is because our awesome photographers are based in Baltimore, MD...but they are currently vacationing in Wilmington, NC...which is 2.5 hours from where me and MR PB are! So it's more convenient this way, and travel fees are less.
But...
June 21st is the summer solstice, which is the longest day of the year. That means the sunset is much later in the day. Like, 9pm. Timing FAIL.
Also...
It's freaking hot outside. As my father and I like to say, it is, in fact, "hotter than a nanny goat in a pepper patch." It's wayyyyyyyyyyyy hotter than normal, and tomorrow is going to be a high of 95 freaking degrees. Add some lovely North Cackalacky humidity in there, and you have one giant TEMPERATURE FAIL.
Timing Fail + Temperature Fail + Our awesome photographers....could this still = really awesome pics of me and Mr. PB????
Did you have a time where you FAILed to consider the temperature or timing of something in planning for your wedding?
But...
June 21st is the summer solstice, which is the longest day of the year. That means the sunset is much later in the day. Like, 9pm. Timing FAIL.
Also...
It's freaking hot outside. As my father and I like to say, it is, in fact, "hotter than a nanny goat in a pepper patch." It's wayyyyyyyyyyyy hotter than normal, and tomorrow is going to be a high of 95 freaking degrees. Add some lovely North Cackalacky humidity in there, and you have one giant TEMPERATURE FAIL.
Timing Fail + Temperature Fail + Our awesome photographers....could this still = really awesome pics of me and Mr. PB????
Did you have a time where you FAILed to consider the temperature or timing of something in planning for your wedding?
Monday, March 15, 2010
Got my flash on, it's true...
Need that [engagement] picture of you...... (It's Lady GaGa. Get with the program.)
I'm so excited! We have booked our engagement photo shoot for June 22nd! The very fabulous Ana and Gabriel of samoancuban photography will be taking the pics - I don't think it is an exaggeration to say that their work is simply AMAZING and I am sooooooo happy to have them doing all our photos. This is the ONE thing I really, really wanted. Besides the dress. Oh, and the shoes. And a flower in my hair. And, of course, Mr. Polar Bear! (gag gag barf)
OK, so here's the engagement photo outfit (Anthropologie Snow Covered Fields dress front and back, bc the little cutout back is too damn cute for words).... 
Anddddddddd, what shoes will I be wearing? Why the Louboutin cork LOVE flats, of course! Yes, picked them up from my new shoe guy at Saks 5th Avenue and now my little red soled shoes are stored in their bright red designer bag in their (actually kind of boring...disappointing, I know) Louboutin shoe box, far away from kitty Isabella's reach.
We'll be doing an outdoor shoot, weather permitting, on Franklin Street and around town. Any suggestions for great photo opportunities?
I'm so excited! We have booked our engagement photo shoot for June 22nd! The very fabulous Ana and Gabriel of samoancuban photography will be taking the pics - I don't think it is an exaggeration to say that their work is simply AMAZING and I am sooooooo happy to have them doing all our photos. This is the ONE thing I really, really wanted. Besides the dress. Oh, and the shoes. And a flower in my hair. And, of course, Mr. Polar Bear! (gag gag barf)
OK, so here's the engagement photo outfit (Anthropologie Snow Covered Fields dress front and back, bc the little cutout back is too damn cute for words)....
Anddddddddd, what shoes will I be wearing? Why the Louboutin cork LOVE flats, of course! Yes, picked them up from my new shoe guy at Saks 5th Avenue and now my little red soled shoes are stored in their bright red designer bag in their (actually kind of boring...disappointing, I know) Louboutin shoe box, far away from kitty Isabella's reach.
We'll be doing an outdoor shoot, weather permitting, on Franklin Street and around town. Any suggestions for great photo opportunities?
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