For Sean's birthday, we threw a Murder Mystery Party. The theme was that everyone was a different assassin with their own unique style. Sean played Top Gun, the leader of our band of misfits. I played Poison Pen, the secretary and I doubled as Nurse Rachet (who couldn't attend). Other attendees included Black Knight (who doubled as another character as well), Clown, Cowgirl, Mad Bomber, Apache, and Dr. Death (who doubled as a CIA agent Ghost). A great time was had by all, and no, Top Gun didn't do it (though he did kill Ghost before the night was over - then again, can you really kill a ghost?).
Friday, September 14, 2012
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Wedding photos have been blogged!
While there is still more to come, I figured I'd give you guys a sneak peak at the blog our photographer threw up for us. :)
Click here to see some of our wedding photos!
Enjoy, and PLEASE feel free to comment away! :)
Click here to see some of our wedding photos!
Enjoy, and PLEASE feel free to comment away! :)
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Just a short update to say "Thanks!" More the come later!
Sunday, August 5, 2012
One week from RIGHT NOW...
We'll be out taking pictures around Disneyland Resort property with our photographer, friends, and family.
We are so ready for this vacation, I can't even begin to describe it. With a week's worth of overnight work shifts behind us, this couldn't have come at a better time.
It really is amazing how all things work together in their own perfect timing.
I only have a few projects left to finish up - like putting together the signature frame we have planned instead of a "guest book" (won't work on that until we get to California), and finishing up a very special hidden Mickey that our Flower Girl will be carrying (Started on it yesterday - just need some better scissors to put some finishing touches on it), and finishing up our "just married" shirts for the park that day! But we really can't wait for some down time together. For those keeping score, our honeymoon will actually be our very first vacation together. See, being married in the military means you spend more time apart than you do together - especially when shipyards are involved.
And that's the latest and greatest! It's back to work for me (J). S is sleeping off last night's shift.
Can't wait to celebrate with all of you very very soon!
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The B's are Ready! Are you?!
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It really is amazing how all things work together in their own perfect timing.
I only have a few projects left to finish up - like putting together the signature frame we have planned instead of a "guest book" (won't work on that until we get to California), and finishing up a very special hidden Mickey that our Flower Girl will be carrying (Started on it yesterday - just need some better scissors to put some finishing touches on it), and finishing up our "just married" shirts for the park that day! But we really can't wait for some down time together. For those keeping score, our honeymoon will actually be our very first vacation together. See, being married in the military means you spend more time apart than you do together - especially when shipyards are involved.
And that's the latest and greatest! It's back to work for me (J). S is sleeping off last night's shift.
Can't wait to celebrate with all of you very very soon!
Thursday, August 2, 2012
California here we come!
Speaking of 'packed' - this is what our schedule looks like for those that are curious:
8/7 Arrive in CA around 1pm. Zumba class for J in Escondido around 6:30pm-7:30pm. Then catching up w/ the boys (and the rest of family) at the Stone Brewery!
8/8 Up early to snorkel with Leopard sharks in La Jolla, followed by a leisurely day at SeaWorld and a seafood dinner with the Munderloh's.
8/9 Last minute wedding stuff and we're off to Anaheim! Linner(Lunch/Dinner) w/ the Humenay clan at the Rainforest cafe, check-in to the hotel before a night in the parks just the 2 of us style!
8/10 Disneyland all day w/ friends and family! Can't wait to see Carsland! Today we'll be meeting with the WTTM crowd for the Sip n' Snack at Trader Sam's, and Sean will get to enjoy some guy time at a Stag Night/Bachelor Party! J will have a free night to roam the parks, chill in the room, whatever strikes her fancy Flyin' Solo style (a throw back to my Disneyland Annual Passholder days - Yeah for Single Rider Lines!)
8/11 We're going to a Character Breakfast at the Disneyland Hotel w/ the Matron of Honor and her family. We get to meet her youngest for the first time and are pretty excited about some character photo ops. Then it's off to the rehearsal at noon and the Sip n' Snack to follow. After wards, Disneyland/DCA/downtime night!
8/12 Wedding day! J's up early and off with my Mom and photographer in tow to Flawless Faces in La Costa for some primping. Sean will be taking his time getting ready with the guys for the big day!
8/13 Honeymoon Road Trip begins! Tonight we'll be checking into Buelton, CA.
8/14 Checking out of Buelton and exploring Solvange, winerys, and Hearst Castle before ending up in Salinas (near Monterey!) (This just happens to be my parent's 41st wedding anniversary - yeah!)
8/15-8/16 See the Monterey Bay Aquirium and explore the area (maybe a kayak trip depending on how the wedding gifts pan out) but we'll be heading into San Fran herself on 8/16.
8/16-8/18 - San Fran and nothern California! Sites include Muir Woods (redwood forest), Ghiradelli Square, the Peirs, China town, Walt Disney family Museum (of course!)... and probably a meal with the Norther Californian Munderloh's!
Should be a great - fun-filled, packed trip! Can't wait to see ya'll there!
Friday, July 6, 2012
"No Rehearsal Dinner?!" AKA "What is a Sip N' Snack?"
I touched on this in my Trader Sam's Preview post here, but I thought I'd clarify so everyone has the same expectations.
I haven't really touched on the financial end of things when it comes to the wedding, but I guess now is as good a time as any.
NATIONAL AVERAGE WEDDING SIZE - 178 Guests
NATIONAL AVERAGE WEDDING COST - $26,961
Just as our guest list is a small fraction of the US Average, our budget is also a mere fraction of the national average as well. In fact, if it weren't for so many open hearts and understanding people, relocating the wedding may not have happened at all. We couldn't be more grateful to those who learned the circumstances, sucked it out, and have come to our aid to figure how to make this happen in under 100 days!
We would LOVE treat each and every one of you to a bill-free vacation, but our budget doesn't agree. Our sponsored event is the wedding and reception meal only.
That's why we opted to make our events outside of the wedding "Sip N' Snack" events!
"What is a Sip N' Snack?"
Usually set in a casual setting, a Sip N' Snack is a come-as-you-are, BYOC (bring your own cash) event. Come and have a drink and appetizers. Mingle over a glass of water. Hungry? Have lunch! There are no rules! And that's what makes a Sip N' Snack so awesome. It's completely optional, and an easy, laid back way to get to know people.
"So... there is no rehearsal dinner?"
Yes, there is no rehearsal dinner. Rehearsal dinners are traditionally attended by everyone from out of town. Well, we're a destination wedding and everyone is from out of town. Like we said above, we'd LOVE to treat everyone to an entire vacation if we could, but the reality is, until we win the lottery, we can't. Luckily, our rehearsal is prime lunching time (Noon-1pm), so we've opted to do a Sip N' Snack a short walk away from the rehearsal site, immediately following it. If you'd like to join us, please do! If not, that's fine too. We're just getting an approximate head count so we can give the location a heads up rather trying to storm a lounge and hoping for service.
"So, what Sip N' Snacks are planned?"We currently have two Sip n' Snacks planned. For those of you not going into the parks, you'll be glad to know NEITHER OF THEM REQUIRE PARK ADMISSION! In fact, you'll get 3-5 hrs of free parking in the Downtown Disney lot!
Friday, August 10th @ Trader Sam's 4:30-7pm (the lounge on Disneyland Hotel property, park in Downtown Disney. My wonderful Podcast friends Paul and Tairy Barrie (from Window To The Magic) are hosting a Sip N' Snack gathering inside this fun, quirky lounge! Come meet our videographer (Paul) and his wonderful wife (Tairy) who have been my eyes, ears, and tastebuds! Kid friendly until 8pm, click on the name to find out more about this quirky, fun place to beat the heat!
Saturday, August 11th @ Tortilla Jo's 1:15pm (located in Downtown Disney, patio) This location is subject to change, but I'll be sure to let ya'll know if it does! No trip to Southern California is complete without a little South of the Border flavor. For those who need some tequila to beat the heat their list is over 100 long!
While other meet ups MAY happen on Friday and Saturday - those will probably be more spontaneous in nature. Stay tuned to the email list for updates there! (If you RSVP'd via email I have your info! If not, PLEASE send an email to JDHumenay@gmail.com ASAP to be sure you don't miss any updates! Thanks!)
I haven't really touched on the financial end of things when it comes to the wedding, but I guess now is as good a time as any.
NATIONAL AVERAGE WEDDING SIZE - 178 Guests
NATIONAL AVERAGE WEDDING COST - $26,961
Just as our guest list is a small fraction of the US Average, our budget is also a mere fraction of the national average as well. In fact, if it weren't for so many open hearts and understanding people, relocating the wedding may not have happened at all. We couldn't be more grateful to those who learned the circumstances, sucked it out, and have come to our aid to figure how to make this happen in under 100 days!
We would LOVE treat each and every one of you to a bill-free vacation, but our budget doesn't agree. Our sponsored event is the wedding and reception meal only.
That's why we opted to make our events outside of the wedding "Sip N' Snack" events!
"What is a Sip N' Snack?"
Usually set in a casual setting, a Sip N' Snack is a come-as-you-are, BYOC (bring your own cash) event. Come and have a drink and appetizers. Mingle over a glass of water. Hungry? Have lunch! There are no rules! And that's what makes a Sip N' Snack so awesome. It's completely optional, and an easy, laid back way to get to know people.
"So... there is no rehearsal dinner?"
Yes, there is no rehearsal dinner. Rehearsal dinners are traditionally attended by everyone from out of town. Well, we're a destination wedding and everyone is from out of town. Like we said above, we'd LOVE to treat everyone to an entire vacation if we could, but the reality is, until we win the lottery, we can't. Luckily, our rehearsal is prime lunching time (Noon-1pm), so we've opted to do a Sip N' Snack a short walk away from the rehearsal site, immediately following it. If you'd like to join us, please do! If not, that's fine too. We're just getting an approximate head count so we can give the location a heads up rather trying to storm a lounge and hoping for service.
"So, what Sip N' Snacks are planned?"We currently have two Sip n' Snacks planned. For those of you not going into the parks, you'll be glad to know NEITHER OF THEM REQUIRE PARK ADMISSION! In fact, you'll get 3-5 hrs of free parking in the Downtown Disney lot!
Friday, August 10th @ Trader Sam's 4:30-7pm (the lounge on Disneyland Hotel property, park in Downtown Disney. My wonderful Podcast friends Paul and Tairy Barrie (from Window To The Magic) are hosting a Sip N' Snack gathering inside this fun, quirky lounge! Come meet our videographer (Paul) and his wonderful wife (Tairy) who have been my eyes, ears, and tastebuds! Kid friendly until 8pm, click on the name to find out more about this quirky, fun place to beat the heat!
Saturday, August 11th @ Tortilla Jo's 1:15pm (located in Downtown Disney, patio) This location is subject to change, but I'll be sure to let ya'll know if it does! No trip to Southern California is complete without a little South of the Border flavor. For those who need some tequila to beat the heat their list is over 100 long!
While other meet ups MAY happen on Friday and Saturday - those will probably be more spontaneous in nature. Stay tuned to the email list for updates there! (If you RSVP'd via email I have your info! If not, PLEASE send an email to JDHumenay@gmail.com ASAP to be sure you don't miss any updates! Thanks!)
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Getting a Lay of the Lands - Resorts and Downtown Disney
If you're staying at a Disney Resort (or want to know where Sean and I are staying), you'll probably be staying at either the Disneyland Hotel or the Paradise Peir hotel. Where are those in relation to everything else? Well, here's a quick clipped map to give you an idea of where everything is.
So the wedding is happening in Downtown Disney, at Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen. They are graciously giving us the ENTIRE top floor from 10am-4pm, and allowing the girls in to a small dining room as our 'prep space' starting at 8:30am! I'll show you all the space during the rehearsal so you'll know where and when to meet. Guys - I imagine the best place for you to meet would be at the Disneyland Hotel. Sean will be flying solo that morning. (I'll be out early getting my hair and make-up done with my mom at a studio in Costa Mesa. Any ladies that would like to be early risers and come along to take photos, you're welcome to!)
Wedding weekend events (not requiring park admission) will take place in Downtown Disney. A central location keeps parking and everything simple and stress free, and that's what we're all about! A few guests have mobility limitations so keeping it central makes it easier on them as well. (I hate being a guest at a wedding where the bride and groom only have about 5 minutes to spend with guests, so we're trying to avoid that scenario, even though we don't have time to spend a day one-on-one with each of you.) Please don't feel like you need to attend every event. We're happy to see you whereever we can.
So what is Downtown Disney all about? Mostly shopping, with live entertainment in the streets, and delicious food all around. Here's the most accurate map I could find of the place, with a few key wedding event locations marked.
All this prep work is putting me in a Disney mood! Hopefully you folks are enjoying these updates too! To get the official line on what else you can find in Downtown Disney, Click here.
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