One of the many questions I get asked almost daily. There are a lot of things that Eric and I still need to think about. Before getting engaged we did zero wedding talk, figuring that we would cross the bridge when we got there. Well, all I have to say now is that there is really a LOT of work that's put into this and a lot of factors to think about.
First, Eric and I need to compile a guest list. I already have about 150 people and after talking to Eric's grandmother his side of the family is another 150 people. So I'm thinking we're going to have to find a place that can accommodate 300-400 people. However, I also need to think about how some of those will be no-shows.
Second, there are really two or three ideal times in the year that work. Since I am starting my PhD in the fall I rather not get married during the school year while I'm taking classes and teaching PLUS I don't want to take a semester off. So...that leaves mid-May to the end of August and mid-December to mid-January. I'd rather not get married in July or August when it is very hot. Currently two dates are possible for the spring: May 24, 2009 (Memorial Day Weekend) or June 7, 2009 (the date in which we got engaged). Do I risk getting married in May when it will most likely rain? Get married in June when it could be hot? Or get married when it's cold when there could be a blizzard preventing my out of town guests from coming?
Third, I'm debating whether I want to have a Chinese Tea Ceremony. I would love to, but space, location, and time is a big factor. I don't want there to be a lot of time in between the Tea Ceremony, traditional ceremony, and the reception. Also, what's up with the superstitions anyways, is it just bad to see the bride on the wedding day or just bad to see the bride in her dress on the wedding day? Plus what about pictures? When do we do all of that?
So before I can set the date I need to figure all of those factors out. Who knew that getting married would involve SO much work? I certainly had no idea and not really taking up on suggestions for just Eric and I to have a small civil ceremony. I'm only getting married once and I want a wedding and to share it all with my friends and family. I hope you'll join us.
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Nancy-
There are definitely a lot of things to consider, but I know you and Eric will make the decisions and the wedding day will come and it will be simply fabulous. Early June is usually not too hot. We were married June 24th and it was perfect and the weather is STILL pretty nice this year, so that might be a good option. Any date is great though - it will be a magical day!!! And don't worry - if it makes you feel better, the planning WILL end and you will make it to your wedding day and forget all about the planning insanity!
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