**Faith and Max's 12.22.12 Swan/Garden Grove/ADH Wedding!!** UPDATED 16!!

[MrsDuck]

Great update! Cant believe how close your wedding is !!!!!
Love the UP inspired mailbox, so cute! I think T-Rex will be a great time! Cant wait to read more!!!

Thanks Shana! It can't believe how fast time is going by!

I love the mailbox!

I've never been to T-Rex, but from what I've seen it looks like a lot of fun! And the invite is so cute!

Thanks so much! T-REX is awesome-- lots of fun but pretty loud!

Seriously time does really fly! I love the rehearsal lunch that is so awesome I would love to be a guest at that and what a fab price! I also like the invites he did! The RSVP nightmare can be annoying but I kept a spreadsheet and that helped a ton. The card box looks great and so does his hat! Good job girl keep plugging away

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I just started a spreadsheet! I just hope everyone sends back their stupid cards so I can keep track! Thanks girl!

Hi, Faith! I am FINALLY all caught up and you have done such a great job so far! Your rehearsal at T-Rex sounds like it will be a blast and I love the silly invites! Oh, and your cardbox is amazing! I love everything and can't believe how close you are! The time really does fly!

Thanks so much!! I appreciate your kind words!

Holy crap! Seeing your "Up" inspired mailbox card holder brought a tear to my eye. I love love LOVE that.

I recently went to a wedding in NY and the bride did a lot of personal touches that represent them as a couple and it was so beautiful. I know that your's will be nothing less than that too...so hurry up cause I wanna see me some pictures!

Happy 2 month mark! (LESS than 2 months now!!)

Aww, you are so sweet! That comment made me so happy. I can't wait and I promise pictures!

 

[Tinkerkell007]

Aww, you are so sweet! That comment made me so happy. I can't wait and I promise pictures!

Awww, it's the truth. We are FB friends so I've been peaking at your pics every now and then so I don't miss anything. LOL

PS- I also loved your bridal shower, it looked so fun and pretty. Very creative!

 

[NoOrdinaryPrincess]

All caught up! Everything looks great!

 

[afnaechiquita]

I just read through your whole PJ - your engagement pictures are adorable!! Looks like you're two months out now! =)

 

[DreaminDisney529]

Hi Faith!

I just caught up on your PJ! I LOVE how you are having your reception at the Garden Grove. I think it's really great how you were able find a place that is special to you, a good price AND has characters Your guest will be so surprised!

Cassie

 

[tiggerfan77]

Having a rehearsal dinner at T-Rex is an awesome idea! I ate there for the first time last December and my son and boyfriend loved it! And I must admit I was geeking out as well!

 

[xkaittloveex]

Joining in!

I just read your entire report and... I AM IN LOVE!
I am so excited for you and I cannot wait to keep reading!

Congratulations. And you are beautiful!

 

[librarygeek]

You really are close now! It's funny, I joined the DIS in January 2011 and at that point 2012 seemed so far away! But now I know people planning weddings even as far ahead as 2014, and I know that will come sooner than you know it too!

I love that you're having your rehearsal at T-REX. I think it's totally fine to have it in the morning, whatever works! And I don't know if you've had it before, but that Paleozoic Chicken Sandwich is one of the best sandwiches I've ever ate. Jason loved it so much we had to split my plate In fact, it's because of him and that sandwich that we're going back to T-REX on our next trip! :lol: And the invites are hilarious!

Also, the Up card box is fabulous. I love it!

 

[Talbot23]

Faith~ I have been following along with your PJ and just wanted to tell you that everything looks amazing! You are getting so close now!

 

[MrsDuck]

Thanks everyone for all the sweet comments and well wishes!

Things are going smoothly. Will update soon!

 

[westjones]

I just saw your thread, and I have always thought a Disney wedding would be so wonderful. I am curious, are you renting out the restaurant or just have a reserved section. And are the characters just there normally or are you paying to have them attend?

I don't suppose you could give a ballpark as to how much that would cost? (I understand if you don't want to).


I was just curious how it worked there. I never thought about a Disney wedding at the Swan.

 

[MrsDuck]

I just saw your thread, and I have always thought a Disney wedding would be so wonderful. I am curious, are you renting out the restaurant or just have a reserved section. And are the characters just there normally or are you paying to have them attend?

I don't suppose you could give a ballpark as to how much that would cost? (I understand if you don't want to).


I was just curious how it worked there. I never thought about a Disney wedding at the Swan.

Hi!

We aren't renting out Garden Grove but just have reserved the "upper section" of the restaurant. The characters are normally there for dinner so we are just reaping the benefit of characters without shelling out the $$. That said, they will, of course, rotate throughout the restaurant since they aren't there for us.

The entire wedding for 50 some people including all vendors, my dress, etc is running us about $10k. It can definitely be done cheaper- I've hired pricey vendors, bought an expensive dress, etc. Honestly, going the Swan route for a Disney wedding was the best way for us to go. SO affordable, great communication, and virtually no restrictions.

 

[westjones]

Hi!

We aren't renting out Garden Grove but just have reserved the "upper section" of the restaurant. The characters are normally there for dinner so we are just reaping the benefit of characters without shelling out the $$. That said, they will, of course, rotate throughout the restaurant since they aren't there for us.

The entire wedding for 50 some people including all vendors, my dress, etc is running us about $10k. It can definitely be done cheaper- I've hired pricey vendors, bought an expensive dress, etc. Honestly, going the Swan route for a Disney wedding was the best way for us to go. SO affordable, great communication, and virtually no restrictions.

Thank you so much! I have a DD who wants to get married at Disney (but not until after college graduation) and we watched a Disney wedding show, but it was so expensive that I didn't think it could be an option for her. But this sounds like it might be doable if she and her guy really want it.

I hope you post pictures of the event, it is coming up soon! I will show her.

I never ever even thought about the Swan as a wedding location. BTW, is the minister who is doing the ceremony someone you know or someone the Swan is able to contact to do it for you? We aren't from Florida or anywhere near by, so we wouldn't know anyone there to ask to do it.

Thanks again!

 

[MrsDuck]

Thank you so much! I have a DD who wants to get married at Disney (but not until after college graduation) and we watched a Disney wedding show, but it was so expensive that I didn't think it could be an option for her. But this sounds like it might be doable if she and her guy really want it.

I hope you post pictures of the event, it is coming up soon! I will show her.

I never ever even thought about the Swan as a wedding location. BTW, is the minister who is doing the ceremony someone you know or someone the Swan is able to contact to do it for you? We aren't from Florida or anywhere near by, so we wouldn't know anyone there to ask to do it.

Thanks again!

I will for sure post some pictures!

Our officiant is someone from Orlando that we hired based on reviews on other brides.

 

[Icecoldpenguin]

22 Days!!!!

 

[CityGirlLost]

How did I not know you had a PJ? All caught up and subscribing so I don't miss anything!

 

[MrsDuck]

Umm.. I'm getting married in 2 WEEKS from today. WHAT?! I'm so excited but it just doesn't feel real (will it ever? ).

Pretty much everything is done. Everyone is paid. The favors are packed (Disney pins and lanyards). The final decisions are in. The ties came in. I just have to pack, pack the gifts for my girls, make welcome bags, favor tags, and give our final count to Garden Grove and T-REX.

It looks like we'll have 53 people total at our wedding. Pretty good turn out considering we were expecting 60 and it is SO close to Christmas.

I am just waiting on the programs to get in from VistaPrint. Max designed them and they're supposed to be here on the 12th. I hope they turned out right!

I feel like there's more I should be doing but I really don't know what that is. It's really making me nervous!

Diana (planner) and all of our vendors have been absolutely WONDERFUL. I'm starting to get nervous about everything though- I just want it all to go well.

So, here's the agenda Diana sent me. Hopefully it can help another bride!:

Agenda for the Wedding of
Faith Russell and Nicholas ‘Max’ Collins
Saturday, December 22nd, 2012 at 5:00 PM
WDW Swan and Dolphin / Crescent Terrace

Friday, December 21st:

6:00 p.m. Rehearsal to begin at the WDW Swan and Dolphin. All wedding party and guests to meet in hotel lobby (by Il Mulino) to be escorted to the ceremony site.

Saturday, December 22nd:

9:00 a.m. Groom’s dressing room, Sandpiper, becomes available at this time

12:30 p.m. Photography services begin with details & getting ready photos

1:30 p.m. Faith to get dressed at this time

2:00 p.m. Faith to leave her room with the photographer for the first look photos

Videographer, Paul, arrives on property at this time to get set up

2:30 p.m. Videography services begin at this time

First look photos with Faith and Max

3:30 p.m. Greenery Productions to arrive on property for set up and delivery:
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4:00 p.m. Just Marry! coordinator, Diana, and assistants, Rebecca and Jessica, arrive on property
- Check ceremony site, ensure chairs are on the raised platform
- Bring personal floral to Faith and Max on the Boardwalk

4:15 p.m. Faith to go back to her dressing room to freshen up

Meet Faith in her room at the Boardwalk
- Ensure she has everything she needs
- Get sparklers and programs

4:30 p.m. Guests begin to arrive on property, will be escorted to ceremony site

Officiant, Jack Day, and violinist, Jennie, arrive on property at this time

Diana to get Faith and her bridesmaids from their dressing room

4:40 p.m. Max and his groomsmen to meet with JM! assistant and Rev. Jack Day in hotel lobby

5:00 p.m. Ceremony begins in the following order: - Musician’s Choice

Rev. Jack Day (officiant)

Max (groom), Steve (BM), Mario, Ben and Ian

Bridesmaid’s Entrance:
Jamie, Rabia, Kylie and Liz (MOH)

Bride’s Entrance: - Musician’s Choice
Faith escorted by Dr. & Mrs. Kurt Russell (POB)

5:20 p.m. Ceremony to conclude, recessional begins: - Married Life (Up)
Faith and Max
Liz and Steve
Kylie and Mario
Rabia and Ben
Jamie and Ian

Guests to congratulate Faith and Max

‘Staged exit’ with Sparklers

5:40 p.m. Photos with family and bridal party to continue after the staged exit

Guests will be escorted inside for the reception

5:45 p.m. Reception begins in Garden Grove

6:30 p.m. Videography services conclude at this time

7:00 p.m. All items must be out of the Groom’s dressing room, Sandpiper at this time

Notes:
* Expected number of guests: 53 (total) – 46 chairs
* Seats to be on the UPPER part of the Crescent Terrace
* Rain backup – Pelican

* Get sparklers from the bride – bring lighters
* Programs to be set on the guests chairs
* Parents in front row (Max’s sister next to his parents), grandparents in front (if there is room) otherwise second row.

Whew! Does that stress you out cuz' it stresses me out!!

Here's our updated wedding week schedule:

Wednesday 12/19:
-mom taking the day off. PACK PACK PACK PACK PACK.

Thursday 12/20:
-mom, dad, me, max, groomsmen, 2 bridesmaids arrive in WDW. Unpack, make welcome bags. Maybe have time for a park? PLEASEE?

Friday 12/21:
-rest of family in town
-rehearsal lunch at 11 @ TREX
-rehearsal at 6
-spending time with the in-laws who arrive this evening

Saturday 12/22
-get married!

Sunday 12/23
-leave for secret honeymoon.

I think that's the only updates I really have.

What am I forgetting, friends?

 

[ShanaMouse]

YAY 2 weeks!!!!

That schedule stresses me out and its not even my wedding

At least you have a schedule so that you dont run around trying to figure out whats next, though.

Congrats on graduating!!! so exciting!

I feel like you are just very organized which is why you probably dont have that much left to do but feel like you should be doing something. I cant wait to see how everything turns out!!!

 

[celerystalker]

Ohh! I'm getting so excited for you! Congrats on the graduation!I think I told you congrats already, but it can be said twice for such an awesome accomplishment!
And I forgot all about your secret honeymoon!
I can't wait to see where it is!

 

[Tinkerkell007]

Congrats on the graduation Faith! I bet that feels awesome!

YAYAYAYAYAY 2 weeks!
Sounds like you have everything planned and organized, I wouldn't worry too much. I always here that if something IS missing or wrong you will probably be the only one to notice it (don't know if that helps at all!)