Ceremony

Since March we have been trying to schedule a meeting with our wedding officiant. The logistics haven't been working in our favour, but yesterday was the day we could all connect. Meeting at a Tim Hortons in Saint John was way more fun then spending a sunny afternoon at work.

Our officiant is Pastor Kirk Perry from Central Wesleyan Church on Grand Manan. Kirk and I met years ago because my sister is really close with his family. However we got to know each other during a 5 day excursion to Pennsylvania for Creation Festival 2005. It's a 4 day Christian music festival and it was a lot of fun. One night we were watching Audio Adrenaline play their set from the mosh pit and one of their amps blew. So while we were waiting the half hour for them to fix it Kirk started a sing-a-long. Completely entertaining and totally hilarious. And my favorite Kirk memory. :)

Yesterday was a good day. We all agreed on most things. The ceremony may be a little more religious that people would expect from Chris and I, but it will be personal and about 20 minutes long. And I'm really excited about it. :)

Wishpot

I read far too much wedding porn. The favorites list on my work computer is now loaded with wedding blogs, purchases, and DIY tips. No more fancy food blogs or medical equipment retailers.

Eep.

But I did learn a few things from this new guilty pleasure. A person can create a registry in one place online but you can register at any store you want to. Fun. Chris loves it. He registered for stuff from MEC.

Anyway we have an account at Wishpot. It's fun and fast and efficient. I love efficient. Just FYI.

Progress

Stuff's happening!!

1) Wedding clothing is being purchased! Dresses! Ties! Hair stuff!

2) Cheesecake Lollipops are being brought into my life!

3) Appointments and reservations are being made

4) Vacation time is booked

5) Ministers are still on board. :)

And yet it has still crossed my mind twice today that I would like to elope.