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Provence region, France

Just two weeks to go until the first guests arrive! We are trying to finish up the planning for the big day. I won't even get into my napkin holder meltdown here, but basically I've just been holding it together. I'm so anxious for the big day. Luckily, on the walk home from the gym last week, there was a cocktail party at one of the retail businesses across the street where a lovely cocktail trio was playing. (We have been looking for a decent trio for a few weeks now.) We sat on the curb a little bit away from the party as to not scare away all of the guests, and listened. They are great! We hope the guests enjoy them as much as we did that day.

Ladera Resort, St. Lucia

We have been asked by so many people where we are going on our honeymoon, and we are stumped. At first, it was Thailand. Massaman curry is the best, and the beaches, I have been told, are heavenly. That idea molded into something a little closer to home - a nice, cozy, relaxing trip to the south of France, where we could leisurely bicycle through the lavender fields and vineyards, sip on some wine, and replace our blood with butter and cream. Now, we are leaning towards something Caribbean... maybe Puerto Rico, Antigua, or St. Lucia. It will be very convenient as we are planning to visit the States after the wedding. I think we are looking for something relaxing, romantic, a bit of nightlife, and good food.  But, essentially, we are very confused!

That's my bicycle, Jumby Bay Resort, Antigua

Jumby Bay Resort, Antigua