Sarah, Paula and I pose for a picture for Brian in front of what was one of our early beach scouting locations in Santa Barbara. We spent the day (with Brian) trying lots of cake and food, looking at hotels, looking for dresses and tuxes, and scouting locations for the rehearsal dinner. It was a Continue reading
We’ve finally selected the wedding party and they have all graciously accepted. Best Man – Alessandro Paolini Groomsman – Michael McLaughlin Maid of Honor – Paula Arviso Bridesmaid – Sarah Wood The countdown begins now!
Brian’s parents, Jimmy and Paula, were nice enough to host an engagement party while we were in town for all of our friends and family. We had a great time, ate great food, and most importantly we drank a lot! Thanks, Mom, for making the awesome Sangria. I can’t tell you how great it is Continue reading
Brian and I have reserved the Cabrillo Pavilion Arts Center and officially have the date now – Saturday, April 11, 2009. Now we’ve got less then a year to plan it!
Brian called and put a hold on the Cabrillo Pavilion Arts Center this morning! As soon as we work out the details with Irene, our wedding coordinator, we’ll fill out the forms, put down the deposit and give you all the official date! I’ll give you a hint…it’s in 2009. 🙂
Brian and I set out on Saturday, in what we thought would be a rainy and gloomy day, to find a beach location for the wedding and a venue for the reception. As we got closer and closer to the beach the rain slowly turned to drizzle. Before we knew it there was no rain Continue reading
…Brian and I can officially announce our engagement to everyone! On Friday, May 2nd we headed down to San Diego for the weekend. It was a beautiful day so we stopped off in San Clemente at Kultured Kitchen for a snack (thanks for the tip Nathan – they have the best frozen yogurt EVER!) and Continue reading
Brian and I stayed at the Hotel Del Coronado for the first time on Friday night and had a great time. There’s nothing like having an ocean front room with a view like the one above. Here are some photos from our weekend.