Introducing The Ablard's (Part2)

... So we left the hotel and began our walk to the church.

This was comical in itself as it took both myself and all of the girls to carry the train of the dress.

Dad decided to lead the way to the church which was just next door. Then I realised something I should of pre -empted Dad was going the wrong way. Now I must stress this wasn't because Dad wanted to keep me as far from the church as possible but just that he has a poor sense of direction. This included one time driving home from Birmingham and ending up in Wales... when we were heading for Lincolnshire!

So whilst we started heading the wrong route I had to highlight this to him - which did mean a small detour around some bins. It was hilarious! The giggles certainly made the nerves disappear.

Arrival at the church was the most nervous I think I've ever felt but relying on both our vicar Donald and Eileen the Administrator we were in good hands. Before I had a chance to take in the moment the music was playing and Eileen was directing the Bridesmaids like a conductor with a symphony. But then the girls in front of me had disappeared and it was just me and Dad!

A whisper came into my right ear "Your turn, off you go!"

Now a ceremony of marriage is extremely personal and one I will continue to share only in the memories of my dear guests that witnessed it that day. I don't mind sharing several facts but the rest is ours.

Walking down the aisle to Pachabel's Canon all I can remember was craning my head down the 'L' shaped aisle to him. And there he was, everyone else a blur and not a tear was shed from me - just a gigantic smile. He looked perfect, so smart and ready.

Our service was perfect, we didn't screw up our words and we joined together to light a candle. Both our readings read by Kerry and Laura were perfect. One kind guest explained it was the "best service they'd ever been too!" Robust hymns of Jerusalem, Give me oil in my lamp and Lord of the Dance were sang so that they had some welly and that we weren't relying on one elderly relative to carry the tune. Who needs a choir when you've got our lot.

Within 45mins we were Mr & Mrs Ablard.

We didn't leave our church to the traditional wedding march, it's not really my thing so instead we chose one of Vivaldi's 4 seasons.

Confetti was thrown and hugs given out (definitely should have thought twice about the veil) arms from everyone wrapped round my neck and pretty much yanked it off every time. It was lovely to see everyone though as you don't get a chance to wave walking down the aisle.

I noticed that when a couple get married everyone likes to offer so much advice, for me I'm glad they did. One crucial pearl of wisdom was don't get separated as you won't see each other much, I'm happy to report we managed to stay together and not get separated for the majority of the day, a success!

After the official photographs, we went to see our room - it was beautiful. The room was the 17th century part of the hotel and I had specifically chosen tall candelabra's to off set the high ceilings. These were twisted with roses and made stunning centre pieces. We also made a last minute change to the arrangement on the mantel piece opting for a lot of green foliage, mixed with a few flowers and candles amongst them. We really did bring the enchanted forest to life.

The tables were scattered with clear crystals with a jam jar of sweets, and everyone got a small silver chocolate heart, and our signature sloe gin's in tiny glass bottles with drink me labels. The four tiered masterpiece stood pride of place in the bay window with my two teddy ornaments (dressed as bride and groom) on top.

The story about the teddy's is quite lovely. I was bought the bride teddy when I was a little girl, not quite sure how old maybe 8 or 9. I loved her but she was always alone. When I was a teenager I happened to go into an antique store in Long Sutton, low and behold I found the groom. They've been together ever since. So it was their little love story I wanted to represent and that's why teddy's were on the top of our wedding cake.

Method in my madness.

I couldn't of been prouder of the way that room looked - when we walked in it took our breath away.

Now we got to have a sneaky look and then were fished out to stand by the door and greet all the guests. My favourite moment was when one of Luke's friends thanked us for coming ... getting rather mixed up. Luke's response... "Thanks for inviting us." Once in the room the grand oak doors were closed and we were announced in, that moment is one of my favourite of the day, my new married name was used and the round of applause we received I will never forget.

Dinner was lovely although we did not eat much, and then came the speeches.

Well done to all. The speeches began with my Dad, followed by my husband, followed by me (yes, unconventional) and finally the best man. All were wonderful, but what topped it off was my sneaky Maid of Honor going around organising a sweep stake on the total time. The winning table was approx 5 seconds out and thank you to them as they very kindly gave me and Luke half the proceeds.

Soon it was time to clear out of the room for it to be turned down for the evening reception, giving some time to change, others time to get more boozy. Whilst evening guests began to arrive our room was finally ready which meant cutting that fabulous cake and followed by the first dance.

Here is my moment of honesty - I hated the first dance. I felt awkward, embarrassed and thank goodness my Maid of Honor jumped on the dance floor with Kerry when I gave her the nod - life saver yet again (all these little duties add up for a Maid of Honor).

It was a lovely song "Thousand Years" by Christina Perry but I just felt a bit of an idiot. My advice to all, choose fast paced and go for funny. On reflection Luke and I should of done our usual drunken attempt of the Tango to Roxanne from Moulin Rouge. I say drunken as we always believe we can do it once we've had a drink.

After our first dance the incredible band Infuzion came on. Based in Northampton, these guys were incredible, the dance floor was never empty and the music was superb. I can't thank them enough for their tunes, all a mixture but very motown, soul and modern.

We had a frame going round from the photographer and we set up our own props table. There are some cracking shots.

By the end of the night the weight of the dress finally had the better of me but I danced till the very end.

I want to take the opportunity to thank absolutely everyone. Everyone involved in making the dream a reality. Everyone who came from near and far to support us on our day. All those who came to the Sunday garden party. The generosity of everyone was incredible we can never thank you all enough.

We've come to the end of my wedding blog, there have certainly been up's and down's in the planning. At the end of the day i'm sat here smiling into 2015, knowing that 2014 was the most incredible year of my life. I married my best friend and we both had a wedding that was far beyond what either of us could imagine. I don't think I will ever tire of weddings so anyone out there who needs help I'm your lady to ask. :)

My blogs will continue but after 2 years of writing
this one is now completed.

Lots of love to all those who've read.

Mrs Ablard

Introducing the new Mr & Mrs Ablard (Part1)

We stood there, the other side of the door, all our loved ones had already entered the Great Hall and for a few seconds it was just us. Breathe .... What just happened ? We've just got married? Thoughts were racing around ...

"Introducing Mr and Mrs Ablard " - Wait that's us... 

The large wooden doors swung open and we were greeted by the warmest round of applause I've ever heard. In we go. 

Fast forward two days and I began writing this blog sat here in Dubai. Despite me and my husband (I HAVE A HUSBAND) straining to keep our eyes open (it's already ready been a long journey and we are only half way) we finally have some time to reflect on the entire weekend's festivities and what actually happened. 

(We fell asleep)

Fast forward again another few days and we are now on Day 3 of our honeymoon in the stunning Lux Grand Gaube, Mauritius. I'm writing this sat down in paradise on a golden sandy beach. Luke is taking a dip in the turquoise waters and now I decide to begin the last part of this wedding blog. (Although I will be writing it in several blogs to not exhaust it).

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The Thursday before the wedding was the morning we had to say goodbye. We kept it routine so that we both didn't get over emotional. Luke went to work and i waved him off knowing that the next time I saw him I would be walking down the aisle. 

That day consisted of a lot of jobs, picking up my ring, collecting my dress buying enough cat food to cover our absence. Fortunately our kitten Sushi was going on her holidays too but to my mum and dad's.

Looking back on the week before it was so hectic an absolute nightmare. We found ourselves up every night till gone 11:00pm trying to finish one of the many jobs. If I can give any advice to new brides it would be get all those jobs done in advance. Your supposed to look like the blushing bride not haggard grey exhausted - which is certainly how I felt. 

Even getting my nails done on the Friday was a trauma. Me, Mum and Lis planned a glorious spa day including nails. Unfortunately although Mums and Lis's looked stunning mine were a disaster...

I couldn't stop thoughts running through my mind like "Oh God that first nightmare I had is coming true... I'm not going to get my nails done" Fortunately a small complaint led to the complete renovation of my nails but subsequently I lost my spa morning. 

The arrival of the bridesmaids is when my mood finally changed. As we were all staying at Mum & Dad's there was an element of me that had to host. So in terms of the wedding if it wasn't done by the Friday evening then it never would be. 

That evening was perfect, bottles of champagne, Chinese take away, followed by a loveable movie 'Bridesmaids.' I must gasp a sigh of relief that the Chinese consumed did not lead to me getting any form of food poisoning and there was no reenacting of that famous scene. 

THE MORNING OF - 

That morning was interesting I woke with Lis in bed next to me and a newly tanned umpa-lumpa called Lucy on the mattress on the floor. 

That immediate squeak of 'You're Getting Married Today' is when the anxiety descended. Heart pounding out of my chest, a certain nausea waving over me. 

Well girls, for any new bride who's concerned about feeling this way - we've found a cure ! When Lis had nipped to the shower, my dear Maid of Honour sensed I was off and climbed into bed with me and put on some Taylor Swift. That's the cure !! Taylor Swift is the cure !!! 

Me and Luce danced in bed with the song on repeat, we even choreographed a routine to the chorus of "Shake it off." I was so happy I couldn't stop laughing and that made me realise all those around me that day just wanted us to be happy. This was the cure to my wedding day jitters - Lucy Deeley it was all down to you - certainly the best girl for the job! 

The rest of the morning flew by. We arrived at the hotel where Bridezilla nearly reared her ugly head when our room wasn't ready to get ready in. However, after a swift response from the hotel and maybe added pressure that I threatened to pick up the hoover myself, we were swiftly back on track. Katie our hairdresser stepped up to the task of completing 7 women's hair's, so we were ready by 1.15pm. Well done Katie - you did it. 

The Bridesmaids looked stunning !! The black dresses were perfect and the girls looked a vision. All with pretty pink flowers in their hair and gorgeous posies of dusky pinks, ivory's and greens. 

That morning we all pitched in and helped one another out. They gathered all the breakfast, Kay provided Kirsty's nail varnish, Lucy helped Mum with room decor, Lis did my makeup and Paz kindly wrote up my speech that was typed on my phone. 

It was unbelievably calm.

I must now mention my sister doing my wedding makeup. A huge well done to her ! We had many a test session (one of the benefits when it's your sister). We've been able to iron out what does/doesn't work for the past year. For the record no I don't look good with mascara on my bottom lashes I look like a bleeding ventriloquist doll. Lis you did amazing, everything was flawless and it was exactly what I hoped it would be - thank you sister dear.

During the morning of - everyone questioned how at times I was so calm. That was simple, I was marrying Luke, that's what the day was about, although my dearest husband nearly started  my tears when a beautiful bouquet of my favourite roses showed up. That right there was why I was marrying him.

By the time it came to the hair I was starting to be aware that we didn't have long to go. 'Hair by Kate' thank you for all of the hard work you put in. I'm glad I was able to leave it to you because by the time that was done everything was a blur. I wish I was able to go back in time and take back a minute to stop and spend some time appreciating it. So thank you. You must have been knackered and sorry for trying to plough you with champagne. Good job you refused ;)

That brings us to the big dress unveil and I believe everyone loved it. What a princess. That was it though, the second I saw it I wanted to wear it. The rest of that time was blurry, my Granny came for a sneak peak and then came my Dad... He looked lovely,, so dapper. I was so proud.

When he asked "How's the heart?" I believe that was when some tears surfaced although i think they were mainly from the bridesmaids!

We didn't do to badly though and we all held it together, several of the girls even found time to wolf down a pack of Ready Salted Walkers seconds before leaving the room.

And then we were off to the church .....

Chicks and Hen

This blog was written quite some time ago but through some new age computer fault it never posted. I cannot of course miss out the incredible hen do so we shall squeeze it in to the appropriate place.

Hen do's - some people love them, some people hate them, some are just plain terrified of them.

I've only ever been on one hen do to Alton Towers so when it came to my own bash and knowing those closest to me there was certainly an element of fear. However, I must say now the girls nailed it. I had so much fun and it was tailored perfectly to me!

When I thought of hen do's I made it very clear to all of those around me that under no circumstance did I want a stripper - it would be a waste of cash. I also wanted no tat, and do not dress me up as a slut!

With a guest list of approx 20 strong my girls had a challenge on their hands.

After a slight slip up from one - not saying who, I knew Leeds was the destination. Having never been out in Leeds I was very excited !

Everyone travelled from far and wide but for the majority of us a bus of 10ish set off drinking fizz and giggling our way up North. On arrival we met everyone else. Cocktails were consumed and of course my mother couldn't let the opportunity go by without feather boa's for all. I also received a badge and crown which was rather fitting for someone who has always classified herself as a bit of a princess! Then up the stairs I went and I was greeted by numerous masks with Luke's face on, followed by an inappropriately dressed (nude) blow up doll, also with Luke's face on. GREAT ! (Many a dance happened with him later in the evening)

With the promise of no more crude surprises we headed off to a gorgeous restaurant (the wine cleared the name out my head i'm afraid) that served the best steak I've ever eaten.

Where to next... Are we going clubbing...

Not quite! The surprises mounted up and I can say Luce and Paz you were incredible !!!

I walked through a bar that wasn't really my sort of place panicking like mad, then we got to the back, then we went through to a room and into a private booth. THEY HAD ONLY BOOKED ME A KARAOKE BOOTH!!!!

All my dreams came true as I was handed a mic and I was off, Bohemian Rhapsody eat your heart out. What a great time. We all sang our little hearts out as the gin flowed.

When time was up we headed to a bar and continued to drink the night away and then all made our way back to the hotel where I was bunking with Beiber! Sorry Paz but you certainly were my Beibs lookalike in bed that night!

The next day was perfect, sun shining, a roof top terrace bar and mocktails (no more gin!)

Ladies it was an honor - you did me proud. Just you wait till it's your turns :)

Six and a half weeks to go!

6 and a half weeks !!! (I started writing this at the 7 week marker, therefore having to change everything).

Ladies and gentleman we are entering the period where every morning I wake up I feel like the wedding is tomorrow.

Meetings are getting finalised, cash is being spent (and we are not just talking deposits anymore) and  I've just moved into a period where I'm no longer panicking. It's done, and what's not done isn't worth thinking about.

Even as I'm writing this I can't believe the sense of calm I feel.

How have a got to this stage? Well believe it or not it's because of the hair! For those of you who are particularly close to me you know I've always got an issue with my hair. It's huge, it's curly, it's frizzy it's the one part of me that if it's not right it ruins my confidence. It's no different when it comes to the wedding, I may have the dress and nice makeup but for me it's my hair that needs to be perfect.  Recently I had my bridal hair trial with 'Hair by Kate' oh my goodness Katie did an amazing job. I explained how nervous I was and she was so professional and listened to every detail I wanted. Katie gave honest opinions, and expert advice and with some style arranging, she got it - this idea in my head became reality.

That was it the moment where I confidently realised there is nothing to worry about. Isn't it funny one element can make the entire thing fall into place.

The wedding industry fascinates me and personally I find it somewhat of a desirable sector to possibly one day consider working in. Hats off to the professionals that are helping us organise our wedding, every single person has given their undivided attention to us. I've a new found respect for those who make us feel that our wedding is the most important event to them, when in reality it's wedding season and they are working with hundreds of clients.

This blog is to thank them ! You are making my life easy :) (You can find a list of some of our main suppliers listed below).

As people keep reminding me, 6 weeks will fly by. Within that time we have to fit in x6 family birthdays, a stag do, x3 hen parties, x2 weekends of work events and find time to erect a marquee. This is all easier said than done!

With this comes the excitement, the time to enjoy getting married and the fun it brings with it. Bringing so many people together for our special day, all the time knowing that in just over 6 and a half weeks I will be on my way to Mauritius.

I'm keeping this blog short and sweet - some may say like it's author ;)

Thank you to those who are helping to make our wedding possible.

Listed suppliers :

Xquiste Bridal - Leighton Buzzard - dress
Hair by Kate - Spalding - hair
Cakelicious - Peterborough - cake
Infuzion - Northamptonshire - band
Orton Hall - Peterborough - venue
Ambience Weddings - Stamford - chair covers
Keepsakes of Yaxley - Yaxley - flowers
E K Bridal Flowers - Hemel Hempsted - candelabra
Moss Bros - Suits
Kirith Richards Photography  - photos

For any that i've missed out my apologies - but fear not there will be many more blogs.

The subconscious takes over.

My last blog was highlighting the 6-month marker count down and so I decided to start this blog on that 5month marker, however we have somehow seen the 4month just pass by and I’m only just posting this.

We are now entering the summer season, and the weather is currently displaying that perfect English indecisive summer. We've seen a change from shorts to wellies in the space of five days. To me summer also represents time and how it is now ticking away rather quickly. Our wedding is taking place in late September and to me that represents the end of summer and the beginning of Autumn, new season new beginnings.

From the delays in posting my blogs I've realised that we also seem to have skipped the entire season of Spring.

Spring allowed us to make great progress with wedding arrangements and I'm really happy to report that I'm feeling extremely calm now that our 'important bits' are sorted. We still have details to iron out and now have sufficient time to enjoy the process of adding finishing touches.

Throughout the process of planning the wedding I've mentioned previously that finding Bridesmaid dresses were challenging, however I've found a new stressful knotch to add to my belt and that is the Invitations. I won't go in to detail but making sure you've got your list, worked out where everyone is going to sit, and the capacity for the evening reception is exhausting.

These are certainly just a couple of issues that have played on my mind but nothing to split hairs over. In the day I'm fine and too busy with work to be able to worry - the evening however, is another matter for some reason that's when the nightmare demons descend.

I am being extremely over dramatic here as I've only had 4 wedding nightmares, but to me even 1 is too many, how pathetic! It would seem that the Bridezilla that we often all joke about seems to be living in my subconscious and she's not my favourite person. I have always had very vivid dreams and many times I have woken up pretty sure that the mystical nighttime world was in fact my reality. When I find myself waking from a bad dream I'm sure I am like most people, maybe a bit of yelping, occasionally trying to throw a punch or in other circumstances sobbing and not really too sure why. That sense of waking though and being able to breathe that sigh of relief leaves you lying in the dark feeling rather embarassed.  

These nightmares have been staggered throughout this year. Though pretty ridiculous, at the time you tend to stress. So far those that I have come across have included, not having time to make my wedding nail appointment, I've arrived to the wedding on the wrong date with no one there, I've forgotten to book a hairdresser and I've had the wrong wedding dress delivered. Notice these all seem to be bride related!!

Each of these night time unpleasantries have woken me up in cold sweats almost in tears, which is strange because all are very improbable and I wouldn't really care that much if I didn't get time to get my nails done. But this does make me ask the question why is the subconscious so powerful? What part of my daytime brain has flagged this up with my dozed state to make sure I acknowledge these issues?

I would love to hear from other budding brides to see if this happens to them. When I did a bit of research 1 in 2 adults are said to not grow out of having nightmares. Bad dreams happen when we enter that deeper stage of sleep known as rapid eye movement (REM), which is why they can often be harder to wake up from. According to BridalGuide.com they already have an entire feature on PreWedding Nightmares and Number 1. The Wedding Day Arrives, and No One is Ready pretty much covers a few of mine. I'm glad I’m not the only one.

Am I overreacting - Yes, I know the general theme of these nightmares are no big deal, no one dies - however, I classify a nightmare as a thought that makes you upset, feeling unsettled, or generally stressed out. We don't go to sleep to stress!

I have clearly had these bad dreams because there is a part of me that wanted all bits for the wedding sorted like yesterday. I don't eat cheese before bed and I don't watch horror movies so in terms of remedies there is not much I can do, however I’m fortunate enough to have a circuit of people ready and willing to help maybe I just need to use them a little bit more.

So I guess my point to all those who know someone getting married soon is to just check in with them. Asking how's things going? The answer will always be fine, or busy. Try to be more specific, "Did you get your table centre pieces sorted" they may just turn around and need a bit more help than you think.

The 6month marker

When you are planning a wedding you have a constant fizzy, bubbling feeling in your tummy. You can't be 'on it' all of the time but you find yourself gently chipping away at it as and when you can. I started writing this post two days ago and already things have changed.

These past two months have been incredibly busy for me at work and finding the time to iron out those little details surrounding a wedding is rather difficult.

Are we getting there though? Of course we are !

We've booked the band, finally !! For all those planning a wedding, make sure you check all those finer details, will they fit in a space ? How long do they take to set up ? Sound levels? Trust me there is a lot to think about it. Not helped by scrutinising every set list and making sure there is a decent amount of Pop, Motown and Classics - yes 'Play That Funky Music' & Johnny B Goode will be making an appearance.

Our wedding band are already being so helpful and answering all of my nit picky questions. I'm looking forward to them kick starting our wedding reception with a some well known, dance till you drop music.

We have also made progress sourcing decorations and yesterday the draft of our wonderful invitations were delivered. Dare I say there were tears. So, Mr 6 month marker, hit me with whatever you've got because in a few weeks I will be sending out those glamorous inviations BOOM.

Another element that must be considered when planning a wedding is the hen do and over the past  week discussions have been had about mine - Eeeeeeeek. I have decided to respectfully decline all knowledge, the fun and slightly terrifying surprise will be worth it. I've handed responsibility to my gorgeous bridesmaids and from what i've been allowed to catch they are doing an amazing job and I want to thank them so much.

So now I quiz you, take a minute now - when you think of hen do's what comes to mind? I have to be careful here as I have no idea what's in store for me but for some reason I always think of a bunch of ladettes hollering, with a cheap greased up stripper grinding his way towards anything that moves and some rather cheap costumes. It's only when you start to think about the details of a hen do that you realise there is such a fine balance. Would I  be opposed to certain fancy dress, no. Some humourous artifacts of the male appendidge, it's probably going to happen, a slightly larger consumption of your average alcohol intake - yup you can count on it. So A LOT of laughter is expected, but lets do it with dignity girls. The Thor lookalike stripper can stay at home on this one ladies.

Kay i'm warning you!

It's so difficult to understand what to do, who might want to come and when is an appropriate time to do all of this? In addition when's your groom going on his?

I shall be henning it with the chicks during the last weekend of August, as to what we will get up with - watch this space.

It's fair to say most people still go on their hen and stag do's. Even the celebrities are still doing it, although I believe Angelina Jolie's may differ slightly to Kim Kardashian. Kate Moss took her hens to a Gypsy themed festival in the Isle of Wight whereas back in the day Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise opted for a joint hen/stag do.

Unfortunately in the real world I can't pay for a private jet to whizz me and the girlies off to some tropical paradise but I'm looking forward to whatever they throw at me. Well as long as it's clothes and doesn't smell of Johnson's baby oil.

A bit of sunshine does the world of good.

When I last wrote a blog we had just begun 2014 and the reality of the wedding was becoming ever clearer. In the past few weeks we've booked our honeymoon, organised our stationary, viewed and arranged a florist and begun the hunt for decorations.

We've certainly moved into the period where wedding magazines are no longer needed. I no longer need to read about other bride's marvellous weddings because we barely have time to try and arrange things for our own.

The incredible progress we've made in the last few weeks is because of our complete change of attitude. We are now both focusing on the 'book now' concept. Rather than spending hour upon hour not getting anywhere; the active approach seems to be working.

Booking the honeymoon comes as one of the more expensive items that we pay for when arranging the wedding, so to have one now organised is one of the more exciting parts about the wedding.

For those who are newly engaged or thinking about when to book a wedding may I kindly put you off September. Once we booked our wedding we realised that September is highly undesirable when trying to book a honeymoon. Whether it's hurricane's in the Caribbean or monsoon's in the Indian Ocean. Your choices are limited and we were left with Europe, Bali or Mauritius.

MARITIUS it is!! Well it's not all that bad hahahahaa.
After a scrupulous morning of going over all details with the poor chap from Virgin Holidays we were left very confused. A slight difference in opinion originally split our thoughts and whilst I have an attitude of - I love Bali lets go to Bali, Luke rather wisely suggested to have lunch first. This shows just how clever my fiancé is as clearly the only thing that's going to distract me is food.

Once away from the office, I was able to think a little more rationally and decided to go home and research both resorts in Bali and Maritius that we loved. For us trip advisor was that little window into real people's opinions. Whilst our Bali choice still did get nice reviews there were some similar themed comments that put that tiny dot of doubt in my mind. Mauritius however had the most amazing reviews. My mind had been changed. It was booked the next day! Told you it's this new 'book it attitude.'

So the Monday after the wedding we will be jet setting away to our honeymoon destination and I can't wait.

People need to give us some credit though as this was a tough decision. The perks of Mauritius, the food, on the beach cinema, free activities etc... ok so that sounds epic... there is one downside for me though, one which really does warrant a big place in discussing whether this is the right place for us, that key point .... SHARKS.

I won't lie I'm terrified of sharks. Though I like to credit myself a strong swimmer I am constantly suspicious in any water. That's right I still believe a shark is lurking at the bottom of Spalding diving pool. I also believe that sharks are the reason you get so called 'wave machines' in pools (they just let them thrash a bit). This issue was a tough one but if I smuggle a knife from the restaurant and keep it in my flipper I'm sure I will be ok. I mean look at it - this is where we are staying...PARADISE!

 

What can be more attractive ?

I've already begun buying my honeymoon clothes, because lets face it, I won't be able to afford anything later in the year.

To some people a honeymoon isn't necessary, to other's they go later in the year, but for us it represents the beginning of our married life together. Don't get me wrong the wedding is the most exciting thing in my life, but the idea that we will be able to have time to reflect on that day with the perks of sitting on a beach sipping a cocktail are rather appealing.

No time soon will we consider indulging on a beach holiday like this. We've got far too many adventures planned such as, travelling Japan and across USA to think of a luxury beach holiday. So we are taking the bull by the horns and using our honeymoon as the perfect opportunity to indulge. It's not like these occasions come round every day.