Brief Interruption

I just wanted to share with you guys that as of yesterday, December 14th I was officially done with my clinical rotations. WhoHOOO!!!! I had the privilege of celebrating this milestone with some of my favorite people; my amazing fiance, my future bro and sis-in-law (who also has her own amazing blog, you should definitely check it out, La Mode. What shall I do with all this extra time, you ask? Hahaha, I respond. Most of my time will be spent studying for my licensure exam and wedding stuff. This will take crazy time management skills on my part, wish me luck. I am currently at a coffee shop because I will not have internet service for a few days. So I wanted to leave you guys with a post to tide you over until I return. Lol. Here are some things I picked up on my perusal of the web:

This picture looks like the place I am having my reception at and I think it looks very fresh and light.

This is the look of my groomsmen, I decided. I like how the purple ties bring out the purple color scheme. Now that I have a more concrete idea in my head, I can go shopping! Yay. (Photo courtesy of Jennifer Childress Photography). I love how the candles are the focal part of the table setting. I like to see looks other than flowers, which can be really expensive! (Photo taken from Theknot.com)

This picture was also taken from Theknot.com and I like how all her bridesmaids are wearing different style black dresses. I'm sure that made shopping so much easier for everyone. The bouquets really bring the uniformity in.

In my constant search for the perfect makeup look, here is my latest find on Selita Ebanks. Its pretty but I'm not sure if it has the "wow" factor I am looking for. Will the purple be too matchy with the rest of the wedding? What do you think?

I really like the open and airy feeling of this room. I can imagine it filled with people during the cocktail hour, standing around and engaging in witty conversation. I like how the fabric is draped around those pedestals. I would put those on either side of the main reception door with a nice arrangement of candles or flowers. Now where can I find those for cheap? A future bride's work is never done. Sigh. Until next time my pretties!

Purple Bridal Shower

I was browsing Theknot.com and stumbled across this purple bridal shower theme. As you all know, I love all things purple and was super excited to share this with you all. So my ladies in waiting, get out your pen and paper and get ready!!! lol...just kidding.... I think my favorite picture is the purple ice cubes in the martini. I can't wait to create my special drink!! The second picture is the bride's chair, it looks like a dress! I like overall decor of the bridal shower, its super cute and super purple-ly! All photo credit goes to Scott Campbell Photography)

Stressing Out...

Sorry I haven't posted in a few weeks but I am in the middle of possibly making some huge changes to the wedding so things are kind of at a standstill until I get all the answers I need. Its kind of stressing me out but it has to be done. I cannot wait until things are more settled and I can plan this wedding hopefully with no more hiccups. I am planning a long overdue visit to Davids Bridal this week. And I'm in my last few weeks of my rotations! WHO HOOO!!








In other wedding related news, I have been keeping on the lookout for makeup looks that I am interested in so that I can show my make up artist. My make up artist is just a good friend who's makeup always looks good and she did her sisters for her wedding. Once I have more time, I will see her so we can do some make up trials.
Here are some looks that I liked so far. Now the question of if they will look good on me is to be determined, as I am darker than both of these ladies: I really like the eyes on both of the women, I really want to accentuate my eyes.

Happy Thanksgiving!

As I get older, I appreciate Thanksgiving so much more. The fact that it is about family, friends, and togetherness; not to sound like a Hallmark card or anything. Safe travels to all and enjoy your holidays.
Philly Dizzi Bride to Be

Sushi Makes Everything Taste Better...

I was waiting in the Marriot lounge, reading a book, waiting for my fiance when something disturbing happened. Aside from the fact that I was unable to meet with my graphic designer, I've been having a pretty good day. I decided to call my father because both sets of parents met on Sunday and I wanted to play "nice" and get his perspective. BIG MISTAKE!!!!
Here is the recap from the parents' first meet:
1. They love each other...which is nice.
2. The food was good...not that I ever doubted my mom's cooking.
3. My father put the crazy ass notion in my in-laws head that the wedding should now be in Philadelphia because he cannot whittle down his part of the guest list. (Its not like the wedding is in 160 days or anything...)

Then I called today and he just made me angrier. I thought I was the one getting married but apparently I am just a side note in the real show that is starring the man that is my father. Ok I'm done venting. I've just had some shrimp tempura that my baby bought me adn I feel much better...for now. I will need lots of sushi to get through this wedding.
To be continued...

Quick Update

Hello! I know I have been negligent in reporting the mundane details of my upcoming wedding but honestly, there has been nothing to report. I am finalizing my contracts with my reception and ceremony place and thats pretty much it. I have a long list of things on my to do list, it has just been difficult to do with school and being ill for a few days.
I went on Theknot.com and it said that I had a 160 days left til my wedding. Does that sound right to you? I am FREAKING out! That sounds way to close for everything that I have not even done yet. Plus today the parents are finally meeting. I had to say a special prayer that all goes well. I have no idea what to expect and I am trembling in anticipation.
This week I get to meet with the graphic designer who is designing my invites; hopefully she has something ready and I love it. Plus I have set some fire under my dad's buttocks so he can finalize his part of the guest list. They are taking forever. And I still have to go to David's Bridals and look at the dresses so that my bridal party can order them. I am such a procrastinator, but what can you do? Looking forward to Thanksgiving with my fiance and in-laws. Always have so much fun with them. If I don't get to say this later, HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!

Oh and almost forgot, I had a photo session with the friend who may be my photographer and I was impressed with her. Not so impressed with myself, I need to get much more comfortable being in front of the camera. As corny and crazy as this may sound, I have been practicing my faces in the bathroom mirror. Lol. On that note, I'm out.

Blogger Award!!!

Yay!! My second blogger award, I'm sooo happy! Thanks Nik from La Mode. If you haven't already, you should definitely check out her blog especially if you love all things fashionable.
Here are the rules:

1. Tell 7 things that you don't already know about me.
2. Name 7 other blogs to receive this award
3. Leave a comment on each of the blogs I nominated
4. Thank the person who gave you the award.

I already did #4, so lets go back in order.
Seven things...ohh this is hard.

1. I didn't get my first kiss until I was 21 years old. I was such a late bloomer.
2. I failed my first drivers test and drove around with my permit for like three months. Such a badass, I know.
3. I was not allowed to wear pants until I was 18 and in college. Even in the winter, waiting for the schoolbus.
4. I am working on my first novel but school keeps getting in the way.
5. I have long conversations with myself in the bathroom mirror. Don't tell my fiance.
6. The first time I made Haitian food for my fiance, it was SOO bad...thank God I am such a better cook now.
7. I failed gym in the eighth grade. They kept playing kickball and I hate that game and still do. Thanks Mr. Katz. Yea I still remember his name!

7 Blogs
1. Lisa at Fantabulously Frugal. That girl always has amazing deals to share!
2. Jonezy at The Buckeye Bride, her real life budget wedding was amazing and she has such a great eye for designing.
3. Mrs. Nichols at The First 100 Days. I know its over but I'm still in love with your blog.
4. Mr. Nichols at The First 100 Days. Loved the blog concept, it was so interesting.
5. Nina from Blog it Out Bitch! You are hilarious, thanks.
6. Frenika from The Quarter Life Calm, always helps to keep me grounded spiritually. Love ya girl.
7. Mara from The Wedding Cabaret. You were the first wedding related blog I had ever read. Thanks for introducing me to the madness!