Today is a new day with no mistakes in it. (Anne of Green Gables paraphrase.)
That is how I feel today. This last week or so has been stressful to me. It sort of snuck up on me. I have found myself reacting in ways that I have grown past. Although I do not want to make excuses, I know a big reason for this is the same struggle I have with work. It is difficult to blend the logical, analytic aspects of getting things done with those of the heart. I know my balance got thrown off this week as I often did not step forward first with my heart. But today is a new day, and I feel much better. Perhaps cuddling with a sleeping baby for nearly an hour helped (a future nephew-in-law), but I think what helps the most is that I believe we have found a location. And the atmosphere of the wedding there - I am really looking forward to it.
We looked at a few hotels, one too corporate, another was nice, but pricey and a little too extravagant for what I had in mind.
What we realized is important to us, is the celebration with friends and family. We want to be able to take time to spend with them. The Ocean View Villas will provide that. It’s a 5 unit 2-bedroom condo vacation rental. For an event like this, we would rent the whole place, and have the ceremony and reception on the back patio/grass. It is literally on Sunset Cliffs, right at a corner, so there is an amazing view. Most of the patio is tile, but some of the patio has sand. There is a private beach, with limited access via stairs (depending on the tide and sand level). We both think it would be fun to go with the location and have a beach theme. We can go barefoot and dance in the sand on the patio! We will also be able to have the rehearsal dinner here too. There is a Jacuzzi and portable fire pit. Jerry suggested a night of worship around the fire pit, the night before the wedding. That sounds great! And as an added bonus, there will be room for our out of town wedding party to stay; which is great for financial reasons, and because we have a place to hang out!
That is how I feel today. This last week or so has been stressful to me. It sort of snuck up on me. I have found myself reacting in ways that I have grown past. Although I do not want to make excuses, I know a big reason for this is the same struggle I have with work. It is difficult to blend the logical, analytic aspects of getting things done with those of the heart. I know my balance got thrown off this week as I often did not step forward first with my heart. But today is a new day, and I feel much better. Perhaps cuddling with a sleeping baby for nearly an hour helped (a future nephew-in-law), but I think what helps the most is that I believe we have found a location. And the atmosphere of the wedding there - I am really looking forward to it.
We looked at a few hotels, one too corporate, another was nice, but pricey and a little too extravagant for what I had in mind.
What we realized is important to us, is the celebration with friends and family. We want to be able to take time to spend with them. The Ocean View Villas will provide that. It’s a 5 unit 2-bedroom condo vacation rental. For an event like this, we would rent the whole place, and have the ceremony and reception on the back patio/grass. It is literally on Sunset Cliffs, right at a corner, so there is an amazing view. Most of the patio is tile, but some of the patio has sand. There is a private beach, with limited access via stairs (depending on the tide and sand level). We both think it would be fun to go with the location and have a beach theme. We can go barefoot and dance in the sand on the patio! We will also be able to have the rehearsal dinner here too. There is a Jacuzzi and portable fire pit. Jerry suggested a night of worship around the fire pit, the night before the wedding. That sounds great! And as an added bonus, there will be room for our out of town wedding party to stay; which is great for financial reasons, and because we have a place to hang out!
I think all we have to do is figure out the cost of everything, make sure it is feasible, and book it.
end of day update: I have also found a coordinator and photographer. Sooooo excited.
end of day update: I have also found a coordinator and photographer. Sooooo excited.
The Ocean View Villas is gorgeous and I am so glad you are following your heart!!!
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