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Home » Life

Life Last Week, Mostly Wedding Stuff

By Erin · May 17, 2016 · Updated April 30, 2020 · 9 Comments

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I started writing down things from the past week and realized they were all wedding related. So, here we go—life last week, wedding edition.

1. Miguel and I scoped out places in the city to take our wedding photos after the ceremony. We are going to have photos taken at the church of course, but we also want some city photos taken outside as well. We’re still deciding and trying to figure out logistics, but it was fun to drive around the city and explore new-to-me areas. Miguel knows the city better than I do since he bikes virtually everywhere, so he was showing me some hidden gems.  

2. We FINALLY developed a seating chart…kind of. It’s 90 percent done, but we’re still waiting to hear back from a few guests. I knew the seating chart would suck and I wish I could say I was wrong but… it did suck. Mostly because each table only seats 8 people and it's a tricky task to have to divide guests into groups of eight. If you’re married I’m sure you can relate to this problem. 

3. I asked you guys for rehearsal dress websites via Snapchat (thealmondeater) a few days ago and, though I spent many hours (…so…embarrassing…) online browsing, I ended up finding this one I liked at Macy’s. It’s white lace and very rehearsal dinner-esque, so I’m pleased with the purchase. 

4. …on that same note, I also bought a white bachelorette party dress yesterday, along with two pair of walking shoes for Italy. SO EXCITED FOR NASHVILLE AND ITALY gah. 

5. Though we’re having DJ at the reception, Miguel and I still picked out a handful of songs we want to hear. Guys, this was BY FAR my favorite part of wedding planning this far. Seriously, so much fun finalizing our first dance song and all of the other songs we want to hear. Talk about a dance party with just us+Layla. 

6. This isn't totally wedding related, but I started doing Jess from Blonde Ponytail's Summer Shape Up Plan and it's awesome. I actually did the whole thing in 2013 and remember enjoying it a lot, so I figured why not do it again as my pre-wedding workouts?

7. Even though we've made a ton of progress, Miguel and I still have many things that need done before the big day! Obviously. We made a final to do list broken down in sections (ie. venue, food, flowers, cake, etc.) which is a helpful way to visualize everything. I thinkkkkk excitement if finally starting to settle in! Excitement, stress, and then more excitement. 45 more days baby! 

Also, how cute is Layla in this photo? I snapped it yesterday when she was just chillin’ on the couch and I was like OK MODEL. I couldn’t resist! 

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Erin is the recipe developer, writer and photographer behind the healthy food blog, The Almond Eater. She's been blogging since 2014 and loves to create food for many different diets, including vegan, gluten free and/or Whole30 recipes.

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  1. Brian says

    December 09, 2016 at 9:29 am

    Looks like a really busy week! I bet it's all fun though. And remember, no matter what happens, the most important thing that happens is that you get married! Thanks for sharing!

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  2. Christina says

    October 31, 2016 at 2:28 pm

    Your decision to pick a few songs even though you had a DJ is a well understood one. Congrats on making so much progress on your plans, hopefully it was all that you imagined.

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  3. Morgan says

    May 18, 2016 at 3:18 pm

    Wow, it looks like you had a busy week, but an exciting one all the same! Wedding planning can get exhausting, but it's also so much fun to organize everything and bring your dream ceremony to life! Congratulations! Thanks so much for sharing this!

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  4. Kelly @ Kelly Runs For Food says

    May 17, 2016 at 7:24 pm

    Ahh you're getting so close! So exciting to hear about your plans. And Italy!! Ahh I'm so jealous.

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  5. Lindsay Cotter says

    May 17, 2016 at 4:21 pm

    Sounds like you're making great progress!! Only 45 more days - yaayy!! Layla is so photogenic!!

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  6. colleen says

    May 17, 2016 at 11:40 am

    I looove that dress! Sounds like you're checking off many boxes. So amazing you get to explore Nashville AND Italy!!!

    XO

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  7. Beverley @ Born to Sweat says

    May 17, 2016 at 11:00 am

    omggg you're having your bachelorette party in Nashville? My boss went for his brothers bachelor party and said the entire place was just parties on every corner. Layla is such a cutie PS

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  8. Marina @ A Dancer's Live-It says

    May 17, 2016 at 7:38 am

    Omg so exciting Erin!! I LOVE weddingsssss. Layla is definitely a model, those are puppy dog eyes at its finest! 😉 Lol that look is basically me during my classes when I'm like, 'how many more minutes?'

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  9. Shashi @RunninSrilankan says

    May 17, 2016 at 5:33 am

    Ohmygawsh! wow! I am excited for ya! 45 days and you will be Mrs. TAE! YAY for the rehearsal dress and Yes, Layla is most definitely gorgeous in that sultry picture with PERFECT lighting

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