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***So, I'm Married! Wedding Report...***

WhiteSparkles, 22 April, 2011 at 20:32

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So the sun wasn't shining but it didn't rain! We had an absolutely amazing day, I couldn't have enjoyed it anymore. However, I won't say it went without a hitch as I had a number of disappointing issues thanks to our venue, but fortunately they were dealt with swiftly behind the scenes so that none...

So the sun wasn't shining but it didn't rain! We had an absolutely amazing day, I couldn't have enjoyed it anymore. However, I won't say it went without a hitch as I had a number of disappointing issues thanks to our venue, but fortunately they were dealt with swiftly behind the scenes so that none of our guests were aware! Anyway, here goes...

Friday 15th April

I woke up Friday morning at 5am at my parents house with my baby girl sleeping peacefully next to me and saw that, oh dear, she had conjuntivitis! Not a great start to the day but after my lovely dad made a quick trip to the pharmacy for her, it was time to get on with the day. It wasn't the perfect sunny day, it was overcast, grey and a little on the cool side, but there was no forecast of rain, so I was happy! My Bridesmaid picked me up at 8:15am and we headed off to the hairdressers, both feeling very tired after a late night out before and an early start! I sat down to let the stylist start working her magic and that's when the 'feeling' hit me. I was overwhelmed, felt sick (could have been the wine from the night before mind) and felt dizzy thinking about having to walk down the aisle in just a few hours.

Back at my parents house, my dad opened the bubbly for us, and we started getting into our dressing gowns ready for the photographer and beautician. My baby girl's eyes were looking so bad, I felt awful for her, but the little angel was just so fantastic all day long. She didn't let it bother her one bit and the photographer has done a fantastic job of taking shots that don't show how bad it actually was! Getting ready is actually a bit of a blur. I remember my BM handing over a Links of London bag from my OH which had a charm bracelet and a just married charm in it. Although it didn't really go with the outfit, I wore it all day as it was my something special. I remember the TOG arriving ahead of schedule and taking some beautiful snaps of my daughter, and I remember having my make up done and being so overwhelmed that I didn't look at my face until 5 minutes before we left for church!







My mother arrived home from her hair appointment just after I started having my makeup done and managed to get dressed in time to help me into my dress. I was worried she wasn't going to be ready in time and refused to put it on until she came up to my room! It was the only time that day, I knew I would have time with her on my own. Getting into my dress, made those nerves kick in again but my BM just kept talking to me and helped me stay calm. When the dress was finally on, I looked in the mirror and was shocked at the glittering person staring back at me. My dress was even more lovely than I remembered, my hair was how I had pictured it and my make up was fantastic.


At 11:45am the cars arrived and I was ahead of schedule so decided to go on to the church where we could take a few more photos.

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  • Browny
    Beginner June 2011
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    Your report was brilliant! Made me cry in several places!

    You have such a lovely smile and your photos are amazing.

    Hope your time in Dubai isnt too difficult being away from everyone.

    xxx

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  • FutureMrsWilson
    Beginner January 2010
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    Congratulations on the big day! I hope you have a wonderful marriage, and manage to enjoy Dubai, even without your family and friends with you. Good luck!

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  • Mrs_T2B
    Beginner May 2011
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    You made me cry & I don't even know you! What a beautifully written report, sounds like you had an amazing day despite the little hiccups. A really HUGE congratulations. You look absolutely stunning!

    Best of wishes for your new life in Dubai x

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    WhiteSparkles ·
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    Thanks for the lovely comments all! We really had a fabulous day and wish it wasn't all over. I'm biased, but I think my daughter is gorgeous too!

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  • leni-lw!
    Beginner November 2011
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    Loved your report- stunning and wonderful pics, i wish u all the best for dubai x

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  • Vanilla Pod
    Beginner September 2011
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    Just to echo what everyone else has written, a really beautiful report, sitting here cying like a baby, huge congatulations and very best of luck for your new life in Dubai. xx

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  • lisaanne
    Beginner April 2012
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    That was a lovely report! Did you have your reception at Marston Farm by any chance? The marquee looks familiar as we looked round it for a possible venue!

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  • Chidders
    Beginner June 2012
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    Oh Rachel I have loved reading your report, very touching. I hope the next two goes well for you all. Your pictures are beautiful very classy xxx

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  • kerrylou89
    Beginner August 2011
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    Wow you had me in tears there and even a shiver down my spine lol, very touching indeed. You looked absolutly amazing and you should be so proud of yourself as the marquee looked stunning as are your family and Your daughter is so adorable. Id been very happy is my wedding is amazing as yours too Smiley smile congratulations!!

    xx

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  • HayleyMay
    Beginner September 2012
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    That last picture is lovely! You should have it in your new house poster sized!! ?

    Loved the photo of you outside the church half turning around as well... beautiful! xxx

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  • M and M
    Rockstar August 2025 West Midlands
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    Hi Rachel the pictures show u had an amazing day! The report is lovely but im sorry to hear u had problems with the venue! Same venue as mine!!

    Do you have any tips that i should speak to them about other than having arrival drinks prepared :-) Im glad they managed to sort out the problem for u but what bad organisation on there behalf!

    Enjoy your married life and have a fantastic time in Dubai x

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  • SoontobeMrsB
    Beginner October 2011
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    More tears here! Fabulous report, stunning photos, gorgeous daughter. All in all a brilliant wedding it seems. Enjoy your new life in Dubai and of course you'll miss your family and friends but at least you won't have to be separated from your new husband! x

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  • W
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    I'll PM you Mel

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  • W
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    WhiteSparkles ·
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    My husband wants to have a huge version of it lol! I'm hoping our photographer can produce something lovely that I can give to him as a present, I love how cute my baby looks in it!

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  • SaSaSi
    Beginner July 2012
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    What a beautiful & natural bride! Your just glowing in your pics & your daughter is a total cutie! Our Color schemeis similar & its lovely to see a real life wedding with them - your photgraphs are stunning! Whilst I'm sorry to hear you had issues with your venue, I'm glad they didn't dampen your day & am glad your mother sorted them for you! I only hope I have your attitude to any issues that arise! Your marque is fantastic - I'm sure your OH was very proud of all the work you'd done. Congratulations & best of luck with moving to Dubai! My friends husband has been there for a year & now her & 2 kids are movin out to him in july for the foreeable future - her kids love it (having visited afew times) so enjoy the sunshine & your wee family. X

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    28/07/12bride ·
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    Beautiful, what a lovely report, I had tears inmy eyes through most of it!

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  • Lucky Charm
    Beginner July 2007
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    Lurker from BT and was so lovely to read your report.

    We did exactly the same as you I think, H in Dubai, back for the wedding and then all moving over after the wedding to Dubai (although just the two of us then). It is really such a big high to leave on and I really treasured my photo's just that little more as I knew I wouldn't be seeing everyone anytime soon. We too were coming over for 2/3 years and 4 years later still here. Setteling in will keep you busy!

    Fab photo's and good luck in Dubai!

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    WhiteSparkles ·
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    It's great to hear from someone that has been through the same! My husband loves it out there and thinks that we will too- hence the 'at least 2 years', he suggests we may end up staying longer too. Just so hard to say bye to everyone, but it made the wedding that little bit more special as you well know!

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  • raincloud
    Beginner August 2011
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    Beautiful photos and lovely report!

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  • Storky
    Beginner May 2011
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    Congratulations, Rachel!

    Really lovely report and plenty of beautiful photos. I love it when someone takes the time to prepare such a detailed report. Thank you for your real wedding porn!

    Wishing you lots of happiness for your stint in Dubai.

    CB x

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  • 1Lucie
    Beginner May 2011
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    Gorgeous!!!!!!!!! Lovelypics congrats!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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    WhiteSparkles ·
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    Ahhh, thanks for the lovely comments. Still seeing friends and families photos and reliving it everyday. Was such a wonderful time! Signing off Hitched now so I can focus on packing for Thursdays flight and not get wedding envy ? Will be checking occasionally for your fab reports though!

    x

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