The past week was intense, coming back from 20 days in New York to be faced with all of the looming, half-finished wedding projects. But, with lots of patience and help from family and friends, I'm proud to say that the hard stuff is DONE. The favors are made, seating charts complete, welcome documents and schedules are finished (and cute, might I add!), programs are with the 'printer', ceremony musicians confirmed (that's a long story for another day)...our last week in LA was probably one of the most productive we've ever had!
And amidst all of the craziness and last minute wedding planning, we somehow managed to get ourselves packed and back home to Minnesota! It almost didn't happen - I've never in my life missed or even almost missed a flight and of course it happens this morning for the first time! it was almost too much for me to handle, but I took a nap on the plan, composed myself, drank a Caribou Cooler immediately upon landing and, since then, this day has turned out to be a ball!
We went right to Costco and basically bought them out of treats for the welcome bags, hospitality suite, Saturday night dinner and Monday brunch. We seriously filled my dad's car to the brim - it was awesome. Sam has photographic evidence that I will encourage him to post here immediately.
From there we came home and packed the welcome bags, wrapped out bridal party gifts and ran a bunch of random errands in between. But I have to tell you - I'm having a ball. Clearly, I always have fun when I'm with Sam, but I just love doing all this stuff with him and with my family...and then realizing, this is for us! In four days! Yikes and Yippee!
These mindless tasks are so much fun, and I just love seeing how everything is coming together and getting it all checked off my list. I owe so much to so many different people for all of their help along the way...you all know who you are: THANK YOU.
Out of town guests start arriving tomorrow...I'm starting to feel butterflies.
If you're heading our way soon, I can't wait to see you soon! If not, we'll miss you. But either way, this wedding is happening!
Ok, I'm pooped.
Lots of love from the almost-Bride,
Natalie
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