June 2012 Weddings
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Introductions Poll
So I'm sure there are some people here who weren't a part of the TK group for whatever reason or perhaps weren't that active. I'm curious, therefore answer my questions. This is for people we "know" too! 
First name/nickname?
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why?
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life?
Pets, children, both or neither?
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment?
What was your favorite wedding reception moment?
Re: Introductions Poll
First name/nickname? Jess
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why? Yup!
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life? Not living with my parents and getting to travel on the weekends with my H without my parents flipping out.
Pets, children, both or neither? We have my baby kitty Baxter and plan on having 2-3 children but not for at least another 2 years. Hopefully. H also really wants a dog once we have a house.
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment? When the pastor had to remind H to look at him instead of me for one small part of the ceremony. It was adorable.
What was your favorite wedding reception moment? My cousin's son with autism coming up to me on the dance floor, grabbing my hand and touching my dress. He danced with me a little bit and I really wish it was a little longer. Him touching people is a huge deal and I'm not one of the people he interacts with a lot so it's even a bigger deal. It was a very precious moment.
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why? Yes
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life? Hopefully, we'll be able to purchase our first home within the first year.
Pets, children, both or neither? I have one "fur baby" (Dear H doesn't claim him); n orange tabby named Steven. H and I want kids (we both want boys) but we want to wait until a couple years so we can get a house first and become more financially stable.
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment? The song I walked down the aisle to was "Fall Into Me" by Brantley Gilbert. I wanted the whole song to play even though the aisle was short. The last 2/3 of the song I was standing at the end of the aisle on my dad's arm staring into dear H's eyes.
What was your favorite wedding reception moment? My grandpa came up to me, took off his tie and put it around my neck. He told me that he didn't know my wedding colors (green and purple) until he got to the ceremony; his tie was purple with green stripes. He said it was a good sign and told me to keep it.
First name/nickname? Megan
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why?
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life?
Pets, children, both or neither?
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment?
What was your favorite wedding reception moment?
First name/nickname?
Dani
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why?
Yes
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life?
Being able to spend time with my H.
Pets, children, both or neither?
Pet- Winston- my puppy.
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment?
When H started crying during the vows. He paused for a moment and his brother, the best man was about to kick him- then H started crying and he finished the vows.
What was your favorite wedding reception moment?
When H's other brother gave a speech- there was not a dry eye in the house after it.
First name/nickname? Bernice
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why? I was. I was not real active for the past few months due to the cray cray over there
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life? Being with my H, starting new traditions, and maybe having our first child
Pets, children, both or neither? We have a 2 year old puppy, Gizmo and he has a daughter from his first marriage. We are hoping to add another with in the next year
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment? In addition to our vows, we wrote promises to one another. One of mine to him was to love and treat his daughter as if she was my child. Not a dry eye in the house! And our pastor could hardly get it out due to the tears.
What was your favorite wedding reception moment? We did an anniversary dance. The couple who won has been married for 37 years. They gave us a piece of advice that had us both in tears. "There will always be good and bad times. When the bad times hit, always remember that it is not for long and things will get better. As long as you stay best friends, you will work it out and be stronger because of it."
First name/nickname? Kay
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why? Yes, more closer to my wedding date than further away though.
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life? Hopefully we will be buying a house within the first year and just enjoying being married. It feels different to have a husband than a boyfriend or fiance. :-)
Pets, children, both or neither? We have neither - I would love to get a dog when we get a house.
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment? Making eye contact with my husband for the first time when my dad was walking me down the aisle. He had tears in his eyes and was trying not to cry. It was so special - oh and our vows! It was magical!
What was your favorite wedding reception moment? Too hard to pick!! Everything was perfect between our first dance, the father daughter dance, the entrance, dancing with my flower girl and all of my friends. I danced for hours!
First name/nickname?
Abigail/abbitha, ahab, abbster, the list could go one forever...
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why?
I mostly lurked, no reason really.
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life?
Doing more fun things together, H finishing grad school...so many things!
Pets, children, both or neither?
We currently have a cat, Bella (not for Twilight), but she doesn't live with us right now, as we can't have pets at our apartment. She's staying with the ILs.
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment?
Reading our vows to each other, though honestly I can't really remember what he said.
What was your favorite wedding reception moment?
Later in the evening, when it got dark and people came back inside (it was very nice out), all of our friends got on the dance floor and jammed out. We just did iPod music, so everybody took turns choosing songs. It was amazing to be able to feel the love from our friends, because they are like a family to us.
Thanks Jess! He also whittled 4 birds for the wedding: 2 larger ones for the cake topper and 2 smaller ones that I placed on top of the card box.
First name/nickname? Amber
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why? I was part of the TK group, but I wasn't very active, just read more than anything. I am more excited to be a part of the TN!
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life? I am looking forward to having someone to spend the little moments with. Before we were married H and I lived in different states. He would visit on the weekends. It was just about 3 months before we were married when he moved in with me. I am excited to have him here and to spend time together.
Pets, children, both or neither? Right now H and I have 2 dogs, a beagle named Rocky Balboa and a cocker spaniel named Bailey Bella. We would eventually like to have 4 children, but right now we are just enjoying each others company
Maybe in a year or so.
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment? My favorite moment was when I first heard the music to start walking down the isle, I walked to Marry Me by Train. I was fine all day and not emotional at all, but the second I heard that music I lost it and started crying. I was so happy and could not wait to see him
Also, we both lost of grandfathers who we were very close too. We had pictures up of them and it was just so comforting to have them there.
What was your favorite wedding reception moment? Getting hugs from H's cousins and having them welcome me into the family. They are much older than H and they aren't very sentimental at all (they are men), but they are hilarious and I love them so much. It was so great and I felt so loved and welcomed when they gave me a hug and welcomed me into the family
First name/nickname? Jaime
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why? Yes
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life? Buying a house and calling him my husband
Pets, children, both or neither? We have no pets and no kids right now. We don't plan on children for 2-3 years and we hope to have 2 when we're done. I'd like a cat once we have a house.
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment? Laughing with my dad as we walked down the aisle and then holding H's hands the whole ceremony and squeezing each other's hands.
What was your favorite wedding reception moment? Our first dance because as cliche as it sounds I literally couldn't see anyone else in the room but H.
First name/nickname? Katie
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why? Yes!
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life? Just being able to call him my husband! we were engaged for 6.5 years!! I am so glad I won't be asked "when's the wedding?" anymore!
Pets, children, both or neither? we have 3 fur-babies! My dogs are my children for now. We are on the 3-5 year plan for kids but we will see how that works because we REALLY want kids
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment? When H looked at me and mouthed the words "I love you"
What was your favorite wedding reception moment? Playing the Newlywed Game! we had no idea our DJ was going to do this... but it was a blast!
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Katie, my H did that too (mouthed I love you). So sweet.
First name/nickname?
Gillian
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why?
I was, although I didn't post too regularly.
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life?
Getting it over with! I'm an Army wife and my H won't be around too much our first year so I would like this year to go by as quickly as possible.
Pets, children, both or neither?
We'll we are currently at my mom's since H isn't going to be around for a while. I have 2 dogs at home, one that will stay with my mom and sister and the other I will take when we finally get out on our own. My baby is a Pomeranian mix named TinkerBell. I've had her since she was 3 months old, she'll be 9years in September.
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment?
When H started to tear up when he saw me. He said he wouldn't and he did!
What was your favorite wedding reception moment?
Taking pictures with H was pretty awesome, and just having a blast with our photobooth and all our friends and family.
First name/nickname? Jess
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why? A little bit, I posted occassionaly, but I wouldn't call myself a reg.
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life? we bought our house about 6 months before the wedding, so fixing it up. Right now we're getting central air put in, paving our 10 car driveway (fml lol), and re-doing parts of the kitchen.
Pets, children, both or neither? 1 fur baby, Teep. He's a yorkshire-poodle mix and is pretty awesome if I do say so myself.
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment? That's tough, our ceremony was only about 5 mins. Maybe when we exchanged rings.
What was your favorite wedding reception moment? The first dance with H. Or maybe the toasts, they were really sweet.
First name/nickname? Megan / Meg
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why? Yep
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life? Moving (doing currently), the annual family vacation with the ILs, and christmas in the Bahamas.
Pets, children, both or neither? We currently have 2 degus (rodents). We'll get a new puppy soon too.
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment? Watching my H read his vows and on the edge of tears the entire time.
What was your favorite wedding reception moment? Dinner, taking a break from everything and enjoying some time with just the two of us.
First name/nickname? Martelle
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why? Yes!
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life? Saving for something other than the wedding, like new carpets or kitchen cabinets & possibly getting pregnant!
Pets, children, both or neither? Already have 3..2 dogs and a cat. Will be hoping for kids in the next couple years!
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment? The vows, and the kiss. I know lots of people were crying during my personal vows, it felt good to know my words were touching.
What was your favorite wedding reception moment? This is a toss up. The GM all started a chipping contest, lots of people (experienced golfers) played, but my 9 y/o cousin (a girl!) won! Also, H had to dance to me at the garter toss in order for the guys to let him reach me, they kept sending him back, it was hilarious. And finally, I took over the mic and rapped "Whatta Man" to H. I had everyone captivated. No one could see lil ole me busting out the lyrics. HAHA.
That is seriously awesome. Is there video evidence of this?
First name/nickname?
Lindsey
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why?
yes
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life?
I'm looking forward to relocating to VA so my husband and I can be closer to our families.
Pets, children, both or neither?
Husband and I have a cat and a dog now. We want children, but not for several years, probably just two.
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment?
My husband actually broke down into tears when he started ready the vows he wrote for me. * out of happiness of course* it was so sweet. I had pockets in my dress so i pulled out a tissue i had just in case the same think happened to me. Our photographer has a pic of it! everyone thought it was the sweetest thing ever!
What was your favorite wedding reception moment?
I loved the whole thing! probably the cutest moment was when me and my dad did our dance. My little cousins whom are both 3 ( little boy and girl) decided to dance beside use and try to copy what we were doing. SO CUTE!
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why? YES.
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life? Living in the same house. Improving said house. Honeymoon sometime.
Pets, children, both or neither? Pet. Moses. Yellow Lab. He's H's. And he acts like I don't exist.
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment? When I made fun of H, and when I cried like a fool during my vows.
What was your favorite wedding reception moment? Quite possibly The Bernie. And just dancing in general. Our choreographed father/daughter dance too!
First name/nickname? Sarah
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why? Heck yes
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life? Moving into our place, getting unpacked, packing and moving to FL next year
Pets, children, both or neither? Neither
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment? Kissing my H
What was your favorite wedding reception moment? Dancing with my family and friends
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First name/nickname? Mici
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why? YES and loved it
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life? Finally closing on our home and moving in.
Pets, children, both or neither? Neither , a dog in a year, a baby in two years
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment? Kissing my Groom
What was your favorite wedding reception moment? Cutting the cake
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First name/nickname? Alicia
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why?
Yes, but I didn't post all that much. I learned a lot and only posted if I felt I had something constructive to add.
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life?
No more wedding planning!
Pets, children, both or neither?
We have a kitty named Hillary Clinton.
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment?
My dad telling me as he walked me down the aisle that the petals strewn on the runner made him feel like Eddie Murphy in "Coming to America."
What was your favorite wedding reception moment?
Our first dance - it was a really special moment.
I'm home bored tonight, so I wandered over to TN for the first time ever. Hi everyone!
First name/nickname? Kim
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why? Yup!
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life? Settling into our life together.
Pets, children, both or neither? Bunny named Coco.
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment? Laughing through the tears, I'm sure those will be some lovely pictures :P
What was your favorite wedding reception moment? Visiting the tables, it was so nice to see everyone!!!
Were you a part of the TK group? If not, why? Not really, though I did post a bit. I just was very busy planning.
What are you most looking forward to in the first year of your married life? Relaxing and putting everything together.
Pets, children, both or neither? No children, but yes pets! We already have two cats. We want a dog, but that wont happen for a while yet.
What was your favorite wedding ceremony moment? Listening to my DH say his vows, and the beluga behind us staring at our vows while we read them.
What was your favorite wedding reception moment? Dancing with my family and friends.
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