things i've learned in the past two months....
disclaimer: the following statements may make me sound ungrateful, sarcastic or rude. it is NOT meant to be read that way... i am EXTREMELY grateful for everyone who has thrown showers, come to showers, made food for showers, given gifts and helped with wedding plans. and all those who have said congratulations. these are simply tidbits that i've learned or come to appreciate.
1. boys do not use as much toilet paper as six girls. don't buy too much at once.
2. aprons have become the new toaster at wedding showers, but much cuter.
3. always give gift receipts.
4. buy things on their registry.
5. when giving gift cards, write how much it is worth.
6. saving ribbons is a smart idea.
7. some boys are particular about their toothbrushes, let them pick it out.
8. finish all your thank you notes before your next shower.
9. register at one store, then you'll be less likely to get duplicates.
10. register for lots of things at one store.
11. have a bathroom shower.. you need towels just as much as measuring cups.
12. taking pictures at the temple before the wedding will make the groom happier... hopefully.
13. if someone offers to make you a quilt, say yes.
14. check all envelopes before tossing.
15. take good notes when opening gifts.
16. simply remind people what you still need.
17. be nice to your dressmaker.
18. early RSVPs are very nice.
19. remember to register for garbage cans.
20. sometimes you just have to come to accept that dr. pepper cans are going to become a part of your decor.
21. after you've made your choices regarding flowers, decorations, invitations, wedding dresses etc... don't keep looking.
22. stick to your budget. strictly. every penny adds up and suddenly your budget is down the drain.
23. don't cook bacon for your fiance before church, you'll smell like bacon.
24. don't pick up reading the weeks before your wedding.
25. try your hardest not to stress. though it might be impossible.
26. don't go to the temple last minute.
27. learn to take deep breaths.
28. make to do lists and use them.
29. remember that you have to pack for your honeymoon.
30. don't stress too much that you don't enjoy being engaged.
6 days!!
