Austin and I met in the fall of 2000. I was living in New York and he lived in Michigan. We pretty much had a long distance relationship until the end of 2005 when I finally moved to Michigan. We met online on a social website and I've never divuldge this information before.I've always felt funny about discussing how we met. Neither of us were looking for a relationship but we found each other. 7 years later and a beautiful daughter we are finally getting married.
Our engagement came after a long rollercoaster ride of me being in the hospital. After the birth of our daughter she was hospitalized for over 70+ days. Wow where do I start. Austin had gone to the March of Dime Walk for premature babies. When he came back from the walk he was acting really strange. I asked him, what was wrong? He said that he was nervous around the baby and I knew that wasn't true. He was stronger than I through the entire prosess while our daughter was in the NICU and very critical. I knew something was up. Austin proposed beside our daughters Isolette in the NICU. He actually knelt infront of her isolette and ask her as his witness if I would marry him. I was SHOCKED, in a good way. Extremly surprised. We had been through so much. Me being hospitalised for a few weeks before our daughter had arrived and then her arriving 12 weeks earlier than she should have. We had a lot on our plate. I was in still in shock at how tiny our daughter was, and still pretty much blaming myself for not bringing her to full term. I never expected it, he had been through so much. I was able to gather strenght through him and it was the best proposal any girl could ever wish for.
Our wedding colors are Expresso and Ivory. I've always been a sucker for earth tones and I had to incorporate it our wedding. We are both extremly excited and look forward to celebarting with our friends and family. Our wedding will be held at Austins childhood church, Our Shephered Lutheran in Birmingham, MI. Our reception will follow at the Ritz Carlton in Dearborn.
Our Shephered Lutheran Church, Birmigham MI
Ceremony Location
I'm so looking forward to September 19, 2009. We had our final premarital session on Saturday and overall, it all went well. I think we both learned a lot about ourselves and also left with a better understanding of who we are as individuals.
The Ritz Carlton Dearborn, MI
Reception Location
The Ritz Carlton Dearborn
300 Town Center Drive
Dearborn, MI 48126
I'm super excited because were finally able to decide on our menu.
Rio Grand Buffet
Crisp Greens with Cucumber, Grape Tomatoes, Carrots Julienne, Peppers, Tortilla Stri
Alfred Angelo and Jordons Bridal
Bridesmaid Dresses
Bridesmaid dresses are from Alfred Angelo. Material is satin and it'll be in Expresso with Ivory detail.
Maid of Honor will be getting her dress from Jordon Bridal. Lomg gown in Chocolate and Ivory. I love the details.
Cassablanca
Bridal Gowns
Costco
Florist
I was going to use the Silk Thumb florist in Wyandotte. I had the meeting, decided on the flowers and just needed to put down a deposit. Then my daughter got sick and I had to quit my job and stay home. After being home and feeling sorry for myself I
DOC
Wedding Coordinator
http://www.abeautifuldayeventsmi.com/
I never thought that I would need a DOC on my wedding day since we decided to cut back on cost. Having someone there to make sure everything runs smoothly was the main reason for getting a DOC. Rachel has be FABULOUS in my wedding planning so far. Pa
Black Tie Limo
Transportation
Review after Sept 19
Antonios Cucina Italiana
Caterers
Our wedding shower will be July 27th at Antonios in Dearborn Heights. I've had a chance to dine there and I can tell you that the food was devine. Full review after July 27th
26356 Ford Road
Dearborn Heights
MI 48127
Thomas & Thomas
DJ
http://www.thomasandthomas-djs.com
My contact person is Jerry Thomas and he's been wonderful t work with.
800-400-8391 OR
734-508-6087
M-Tux/Mens Wharehouse
Tuxedos