A smashing success!

Our engagement party at my parents house on Aug. 20 was a great success! We had worried most of the day because the weather had been horribly rainy and there was a 50 percent chance that day. Luckily, the skies cleared and despite being a little humid, it was a beautiful night. Almost all 58 people were on the patio most of the night. We had heavy appetizers and drinks. It was really fun to have all of our friends and some of my parents friends there.

However, I wish one of my girlfriends had warned me how overwhelming it is to be the center of attention. It's a very strange feeling to have a party for you (and your fiance)! It probably didn't help that I was standing in the doorway during the time that everyone came in all at once. It was an interesting glimpse into what the wedding will be like (but with 4-5 times as many people!!).

Today, my sister, mom and I went to try on more dresses today at Bridal Extraordianaire. I was a little disappointed because they carried the Priscilla of Boston line, which I really liked, and I found out that as of Aug. 31, the company was shutting down and no longer taking any new orders. Booo... Despite that, we went to the salon and I tried on about 6 dresses. Some good, some not-so-good, and one I really liked. I couldn't pull the trigger today and purchase it (even though they said I would get a 15 percent discount for purchasing it that same day--very good tactic, if I do say so myself). I really liked the girl that helped me - she was energetic and really listened to what I wanted. I tried to be open-mined and actually surprised myself by liking a style of dress that I didn't think I wanted to try on. I have another appointment next weekend at Gown Gallery, another bridal salon. So, we'll see...

Next up on the list - Meeting with the tent company - 9/7. Going to talk about tent and other rental stuff...

It's been a good 'girls-filled' labor day weekend. Truss is out of town dove hunting, so I've been out with some girlfriends two nights in a row. So.much.fun.!!!