I''m off! * WP1 ahoy! *

[Independent Gal]

I fly out tomorrow for Wedding Part 1. Today I went for a mani-pedi. The lady did a rotten job and got in a nasty mean fight with the receptionist WHILE she was doing my nails (and this is an upscale salon) and then she overcharged me. So, that was relaxing.

Then I got home, realized that I hadn''t thought through what to wear to the cocktail party my mom is hosting for us, nor what to wear to FI''s cultural equivalent of a rehearsal dinner. I don''t really have anything appropriate for either (I''m assuming a black cocktail dress is really not bridey enough). Plus, I left the best shoe option in my office.

Now I''m trying to pack, but mom has been accumulating a huge amount of shopping (via the internet, sent to me since mail in her country ain''t so reliable) that I have to bring her, and FI on his way out the door (he left today) told me he left his shoes and all his shirts for me to carry for him. My suitcase is now, literally, not big enough. And I still have to carry my wedding dress with all 200 lbs of beading.

Feeling rather grumpy and a little overwhelmed, I decided to pour myself my last scotch as a single lady. I reached up for a snifter and spilled THE WHOLE BOTTLE all over the counter and onto the floor. I guess that''ll teach me to have a drink in the afternoon!

Well, whatever. My limbs are all intact. Soon I''ll see my mom and step-dad and some of my dearest friends, and then I marry FI. And at least I have a few days to unwind before chaos descends on my mom''s house.

 

[Courtneylub]

Oh my goodness, you are stressed. Did you at least get a little taste of scotch?

I''m sorry things are not going as smoothly as you''d hoped! Like you said, you''ll be there in no time with plenty of r&r before the chaos.

 

[sillybride]

Good luck!

 

[violet02]

Nothing worse than getting poor service when you''re paying top dollar for it! I''m going to prepare my main-pedi ladies in advance that I expect perfection!!

Seriously though, sounds like you''re super stressed.... ugh... deep breaths!

Otherwise, how exciting for you though, GOOD LUCK and BEST WISHES!!

 

[neatfreak]

It''s like theater...if all goes poorly before the performance, the performance will be perfect!

HAVE A FABULOUS WEDDING INDY!!! Congrats!!!!!!

 

[Gypsy]

I can''t help but chuckle at the narrative. I hope all the Oopsies are out of the way, and that BOTH parts of the wedding go off without any negative incidents.

Knock''em dead honey!


You are going to have a wonderful wedding. We love you and wish you all the happiness in the world.

 

[brazen_irish_hussy]

If I was having the day you are I would either buy scotch on the plane or lick it off the counter. Damn. I have had so many problems I was hoping to hear from brides further along that it got easier. Oh well, take care and just remember that they really are they because they love you, not to see your mom''s palace.

 

[Aloros]

Wow, if I were you I think I might have glanced about to make sure no one was looking, and then herded the counter-scotch into the glass to have at least a taste!

Have fun!

 

[misysu2]

Congrats IndyGal! Good luck and have a WONDERFUL TIME!! Don''t be too stressed-- this is the storm before the calm of blissful nuptials!

Have a great time!

 

[zoebartlett]

Congratulations and best wishes Indy! Have a safe flight and a FABOO time! Indy''s soon gonna be a married girl...wahoooooo!

 

[Delster]

Date: 3/19/2008 5:21:45 PM
Author: Aloros
Wow, if I were you I think I might have glanced about to make sure no one was looking, and then herded the counter-scotch into the glass to have at least a taste!

Have fun!

Me too!!!

Indy have a fabulous time and CONGRATULATIONS to you both!

 

[v!v!]

Congrats Independent Gal and good luck! I can''t wait to hear all about it when you return!

 

[Selkie]

"Herding the counter-scotch" is a hilarious image...
Anyway, I hope things improve from here on out! Have a great time, and CONGRATS!

 

[sap483]

Take a deep breath Indy! You just got all of the bad stuff out of the way hun! Now, all that''s left is the make you want to jump up and down because you can''t possibly contain your joy any longer moments that you''ve been planning all these months for! Yay!

Cheers to you Indy (and Mr. Indy too!)

 

[SarahLovesJS]

Wowow! You are stressed. Take a deep breath! Have a beautiful happy wonderful wedding and of course a safe trip.

 

[FrekeChild]

Congrats Indy!!!!!

 

[Pandora II]

Wow! Time flies so fast!

Have an amazing, fantastic time and a wonderful, wonderful wedding!

Many congratulations!

Oh, and then come back and tell us all about it (with pics).

 

[Sabine]

Awe, *pictures Indy taking a straw to the counter-scotch*

I hope all the last minute jitters are worked out and that it''s smooth sailing for both parts of your fabulous wedding! I can''t wait for a full report! Congrats!

 

[princesss]

Congrats, Indy! I hope you have a fantastic wedding, and that everything bad happened today, so it''s all smooth sailing tomorrow.

 

[brazen_irish_hussy]

Date: 3/19/2008 4:53:34 PM
Author:Independent Gal
I fly out tomorrow for Wedding Part 1. Today I went for a mani-pedi. The lady did a rotten job and got in a nasty mean fight with the receptionist WHILE she was doing my nails (and this is an upscale salon) and then she overcharged me. So, that was relaxing.

Then I got home, realized that I hadn''t thought through what to wear to the cocktail party my mom is hosting for us, nor what to wear to FI''s cultural equivalent of a rehearsal dinner. I don''t really have anything appropriate for either (I''m assuming a black cocktail dress is really not bridey enough). Plus, I left the best shoe option in my office.

Now I''m trying to pack, but mom has been accumulating a huge amount of shopping (via the internet, sent to me since mail in her country ain''t so reliable) that I have to bring her, and FI on his way out the door (he left today) told me he left his shoes and all his shirts for me to carry for him. My suitcase is now, literally, not big enough. And I still have to carry my wedding dress with all 200 lbs of beading.

Feeling rather grumpy and a little overwhelmed, I decided to pour myself my last scotch as a single lady. I reached up for a snifter and spilled THE WHOLE BOTTLE all over the counter and onto the floor. I guess that''ll teach me to have a drink in the afternoon!

Well, whatever. My limbs are all intact. Soon I''ll see my mom and step-dad and some of my dearest friends, and then I marry FI. And at least I have a few days to unwind before chaos descends on my mom''s house.

You said you left your best shoe option, what about these: http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/35139053/c/122508.html
I saw them and instantly thought of you, good luck

 

[bee*]

Have an absolutely amazing time! Congrats in advance!!

 

[Kaleigh]

Best wishes to you Indy!! I can''t wait to hear all about it. Enjoy!!!

 

[anchor31]

I''m sorry you had a yucky day! I''m thinking of you and sending you good vibes... Have a blast and come back with pics!

 

[Sparkalicious]

Congratulations and have a fantastic time, IG!

I have no doubt it will be fabulous!

 

[Efe]

My very best wishes to you Indy. Have a wonderful wedding.

 

[LegacyGirl]

I hope your wedding goes well!!

 

[Octavia]

Good luck, Indie!!! Happy wedding to you, I hope everything goes smoothly and you have the most wonderful time!

 

[happy in love]

Hope all goes well with part one!

 

[Harleigh]

Oh, wow...thanks for making me feel better about my crappy day!

I sure hope things get better for you and WP1 is everything you ever dreamed of!

Bon voyage!

 

[gtn]

Congrats Indy! I''m so happy for you. I hope you have smooth sailing from here on forward.