The Tigress is a bridesmaid on Saturday 8/9!!!!!!!

[tigerjen]

(PART FOUR)

1pm'ish......we arrive at the reception.....everyone either
took their own cars or carpooled w/ others to get there....
the lucky bride and groom arrived shortly after in the
limo.......

The reception was held at a place called Amarante's Sea
Cliff in New Haven, overlooking the water. Mind you, it
had NOT rained up to this point, which was a good thing.
Cocktail hour time was out on the deck, but I didn't even
get to enjoy it as the bridal party was called down for
pix by the gazebo......HOWEVER, something got screwed
up somehow, and we all had to go all the way back up the
stairs to the deck, and over to the next building, which is
where the reception was. (We didn't do pix until AFTER
the main course...so which meant, I couldn't take off
those damned shoes!!) Anyhow, the dj announced the
members of the bridal party, and then the bride and
groom.......bride and groom dance their first dance together
as hubby and wife......."Thank You" by Dido.....and then
the bridal party danced to another song, which right now
slips my mind. I danced w/ one of the groomsmen who
graduated high school w/ me and my friend the bride, so
that was cool.

The time flew by quickly.......things seemed to be rushed
as many of us had arrived late......but first course was a
baby green salad w/ a slice of proscitto (sp?), melon on
the side.....I barely ate the salad as I was so afraid I get
the dressing on my dress! Oh shoot...I forgot!!! The
CHAMPAGNE toast!! We each got a bit of champagne w/
a blueberry floating in it, and it was really good!! As the
first course was being served, the waitstaff came around
w/ a choice of white or red wine......I love red....

Second course I didn't even get to have as I was dancing
my pants off w/ my date......it was a lemon sorbet I think.....

The main course was a choice of chicken marsala, or surf
and turf, which was filet mignon and shrimp.....I had the
surf n' turf, which was real good........

Before main course, the DJ was real good w/ getting a lot
of people up on the floor for different dances, such as the
Tarantella, Hava Nagila (yay!!), Mexican hat dance, etc....and
that was a lot of fun. However, my friend the bride couldn't
do that because no one had fixed the bustle in the back of
her dress, so she could dance w/ out tripping over the gown.
Luckily her mom or somebody was able to get it fixed fine.

Soft music played during the main course, such as songs by
Josh Groban (my mom would have loved it if she were there!
Understand, my parents had been invited but they had already
been scheduled for their cruise since February--they left
Saturday morning).

More dancing of course.....mingling by the bride and groom to
as many tables as possible....so hard to get to everybody!

Then father and daughter dance......"Unforgettable" by Natalie
Cole (my friend had been undecided on what song for that
dance). Then it was the mother and son dance........"What
A Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong.

 

[tigerjen]

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[tigerjen]

(PART FIVE!)

By this time I have no idea what time it was, but after
the bride and groom danced w/ their parents, a surprise
ensued!

My friend's father plays the bagpipe in the bagpipe
band at the Gaelic-American Club here in Fairfield, and
him and the WHOLE band, garbed up in their kilts and
whatnot, march in playing the bagpipes, and the
bride and groom dance within the circle. What a treat!
The band plays some more tunes......oh, what a sight
to see......most of everybody was standing! I have
heard them play in local parades but this was something
very special!

Afterwards.....cutting of the wedding cake, decorated
w/ seashells and starfish (chocolate of course) on the
outside.......and the music of Sarah McLachlan's
"Ice Cream" song playing along....and everyone got
a slice w/ a cube of vanilla ice cream with it Kewl!

More dancing of course....the bride was finally able to
join in to dance to songs such as Santana/Rob Thomas
tune "Smooth" (which is one of our fave songs!).

A little bit later was the infamous bouquet toss....all
of the single girls got together in a group while "Girls
Wanna Have Fun" playing in the background.....I found
out later that my friend made the sign of the Cross
before tossing the bouquet! Anyhow, toss it went, and
I *almost* caught it......her parents' neighbor's daughter
(17 and in high school) caught it, which was cool...I wasn't
going to worry about it....all in fun right?

However, towards the end of the reception, the girl came
up to me and said that she knew that I almost caught it,
and thought that I deserved it more (first I said "nahhh
you caught it, you get it")...after a bit of small talk, she
really meant what she said, and gave me the toss-bouquet.
We hugged....I actually choked up when she first approached
me and said what she said.....so it was really very sweet of
her to do that.

And of course.....I did not neglect my date! Mind you of course
there were certain things I had to be w/ the bridal party for,
such as getting pix taken outside (it had rained between
the first and main course) when the rain stopped. I made sure
to stop over at the table where he was sitting (spouses and
boyfriends/girlfriends and miscellaneous were sitting there),
and give him kisses and hug him, and even sat w/ him while
taking a break from dancing-----I actually sat out the Electric
Slide (understand that my friend did NOT want line dances,
but one of the other bridesmaids wanted at least one and
therefore the request was granted) because my feet were
dying on me......heehee.....

May I also add that everyone got a white chocolate lollypop
in the shape of bride and groom, tied w/ a royal blue ribbon
w/ the names and date...and each couple got a favor on their
table(s), a silver dolphin shaped wine bottle opener, which
is really neat! That was in its box, wrapped up in silver paper
and tied w/ a light blue gauzy ribbon.

Anyhow, last dance songs included "Last Dance" by Donna
Summer and "Come Away With Me" by Nora Jones......my date
is such a good dancer, I might add!

Everyone said their goodbyes, and made their way back to
either Southport (which is part of Fairfield), to my friend's
parents' place, or to the groom's parents' place up in Cheshire.

 

[tigerjen]

(PART SIX......gasp!!)

Must've been close to six when we got back to Southport.
My date waited with me until someone w/ keys to the house
arrived.....unfortunately, my date was unable to stay over
w/ me on Saturday because he had an advanced scuba diving
class 9am the following morning, and had to be back up
where he came up from so he could get enough rest (I was lucky
to spend time w/ him Friday nite though...wink wink).

Anyhow, at my friend's parents' house......I was able to get
changed out of the dress back into my comfy casual clothes...
and enjoy w/ various family and friends a nice spread of food
(subs, baked ziti, salad, mini pastries, etc.) and a wide assortment
of beverages (beer beer and beer, and soda, and water).....I
was able to actually eat more there than at the reception since I
was running around to diff. things, dancing, etc. It was nice to
cool off and relax after a long happy tired day!

Was able to see my friend and new hubby before they left to
go up to Cheshire to his parents' place..........

Afterwards, they were going back to their apt to get their
travel stuff....and they were spending the nite at hotel near
Bradley airport (in Hartford) as they had a 6:30am flight from
there to HAWAII!!! They are spending their honeymoon in
Maui and Kauai, specifically, so as of this typing I am sure that
they are having a blast.....hehehehheehh

At the rehearsal dinner I had given them a gift bag of goodies,
which could not be opened until the wedding nite or after....
Included a pack of "sex cards", chocolate body paint, a magnetic
poetry kit...the erotic edition, and a "Passion Kit" (inclu. a satin
scarf, cards of ideas for "fun things to do", and fruity lube.....I
cannot wait to hear feedback from them!

 

[tigerjen]

Post-wedding thoughts.........

Let me tell you, from the beginning of this wedding
saga to this past Saturday, it was an experience to
go through, esp. being a bridesmaid. I've learned
quite a bit of things through the whole process, and
taking those experiences, I can apply them when needed
for when my time comes around.

The dress that I wore, the shoes, and the earrings....
I can wear again......a good thing!

The bridesmaid bouquet and the toss-bouquet are now
in the refridgerator down in the cellar, in plastic bags,
staying fresh for when my parents come home from their
trip and I can show them.

In this age of breakups, divorces, and separations, I
have a feeling that this marriage will last for a long
time.........best wishes to my friend and her new hubby!

Any questions etc. to me...please post them up, and
I will answer them.

You all wanted details....you got 'em!!!!

(Parts One, Two, and Three are towards the bottom of
page one of this thread!)


tigerjen

 

[alwaysawake]

Re: Post-wedding thoughts.........

Let me tell you, from the beginning of this wedding
saga to this past Saturday, it was an experience to
go through, esp. being a bridesmaid. I've learned
quite a bit of things through the whole process, and
taking those experiences, I can apply them when needed
for when my time comes around.

The dress that I wore, the shoes, and the earrings....
I can wear again......a good thing!

The bridesmaid bouquet and the toss-bouquet are now
in the refridgerator down in the cellar, in plastic bags,
staying fresh for when my parents come home from their
trip and I can show them.

In this age of breakups, divorces, and separations, I
have a feeling that this marriage will last for a long
time.........best wishes to my friend and her new hubby!

Any questions etc. to me...please post them up, and
I will answer them.

You all wanted details....you got 'em!!!!

(Parts One, Two, and Three are towards the bottom of
page one of this thread!)


tigerjen

Sounds perfect, Jen...I especially love the 'grab bag' with the cards, etc...tooooo funny! That was soooo cool for that girl to give you the bouquet too!

OK--one question...how about the Friday night 'date details'? LOL j/k

 

[tigerjen]

Oopssss I forgot

to tell you that the color of the bridesmaid dress was
cobalt blue.

And for those who are inquiring, "Any pix??"

There were some taken, and when i get them (hopefully!),
I will hope to post them up here....stay tuned with
that aspect.

But happy reading anyway!

 

[tigerjen]

AA

Sounds perfect, Jen...I especially love the 'grab bag' with
the cards, etc...tooooo funny! That was soooo cool for
that girl to give you the bouquet too!

OK--one question...how about the Friday night 'date
details'? LOL j/k

I came up w/ the idea of the gift bag w/ the naughty
goodies in it....heehee.......my own idea.....no one else's!

OH yes....it was very sweet of that girl to give me the
toss bouquet......it was very unexpected, but still a very
wonderful gesture.

NO Friday nite date details, except that being w/ him
was simply Mahhhhhhhvelous!

 

[alwaysawake]

Re: AA

I came up w/ the idea of the gift bag w/ the naughty
goodies in it....heehee.......my own idea.....no one else's!

OH yes....it was very sweet of that girl to give me the
toss bouquet......it was very unexpected, but still a very
wonderful gesture.

NO Friday nite date details, except that being w/ him
was simply Mahhhhhhhvelous!

I didn't expect any details...just busting your chops like I usually do!

 

[tigerjen]

Re: Re: AA

I didn't expect any details...just busting your chops like I usually do!

hehehhehehe just checkin' to make sure

 

[kayte]

{{{{Jen}}}} Thank you for the details!!!!


Sounds like a wonderful time. Looking forward to the pix when you post them.

Have a great day!!!

 

[tonitits]

Jen, the wedding sounds like it was a very beautiful, and very fun event. I know what you mean about not being able to eat at the reception. When my brother remarried....everytime I would start to get something to eat or sit down they were calling me in the other room to take pics. I was not actually in the wedding. But pics with the family, or else want pics of Daniel. He was such a little guy, I think 3, he was in his little tux. Or else they were getting ready to cut the cake, etc...By the time it was over and we got home, we had to take his 3 kids from the first marriage home, I was starved!!!!!!!!! I am glad that you enjoyed your date also. Any plans to see him again?

 

[TheOverlord]

sounds like a great time!!!!!@! glad you had fun!

 

[GiveawayGirl]

Jen!
It sounds just perfect! I am so glad it came off without a hitch and that you had a good time. I am especially pleased to hear that Friday night was so dreamy! Thanks for filling us all in.

 

[tigerjen]

Hey everybody!

I am so glad that you like my "wedding adventure" tale!

Yes....I am glad things overall went smoothly....however,
the bride at times was a bit still picky about things, such
as when we were getting pix done outside, one of the
flowers from her nosegay was falling out, and she was
freaking out about it......well, look at this way, she's had
it since the morning, and as the day goes on, the flowers
start to brown a little around the edges, wear out so to
speak. I've known her forever and some things about
her just don't change (i.e. being picky).....but I did not
say anything as not to cause trouble. I just laughed to
myself while waiting for pix to be taken about the incident.

Yes.....pix from the wedding will be posted up soon...I
got some of them via email this morning, and either this
afternoon or tonite I will post some up! Stay tuned!

 

[tigerjen]

Oops I forgot......

Toni and GG.......I plan to see my date again very soon...he's
about a three hour drive away from me, but I can always
take good ole Amtrak to visit....as I hate highway driving
w/ a passion.....

 

[tonitits]

Re: Oops I forgot......

Toni and GG.......I plan to see my date again very soon...he's
about a three hour drive away from me, but I can always
take good ole Amtrak to visit....as I hate highway driving
w/ a passion.....

that's great! I can't wait to see the pics. I am sure that they will be wonderful!

 

[kayte]

Re: Oops I forgot......

Toni and GG.......I plan to see my date again very soon...he's
about a three hour drive away from me, but I can always
take good ole Amtrak to visit....as I hate highway driving
w/ a passion.....

{{{Jen}}}} I am so happy to hear he lives close and that you will see him soon.

 

[tigerjen]

the lucky couple....Jill and Steve!

 

[tigerjen]

The wedding party!!!!

 

[GiveawayGirl]

Another pic of the lucky couple....

What a beautiful wedding party

 

[tigerjen]

Me!!!

The long awaited pic!

 

[kayte]

Wonderful pix!!!!

Thank you for posting them Jen!!!!

 

[tigerjen]

Me!!!

Another pic of me........

 

[GiveawayGirl]

Re: Me!!!

The long awaited pic!

Jen, you look beautiful!