Having been together for almost four (blissful) years, me and Sarah have talked about wedding plans a bunch of times. One thing we've always agreed on is that we want a fairly simple ceremony with only family and close friends in attendance. It may be the most important occasion we celebrate together, but that doesn't mean we need to bankrupt ourselves or endure months of stress in order to have a beautiful day.
Recently we went over the "Countdown Calender" checklist in Bridal Guide magazine and just crossed out all the steps we don't want to bother with. Below, some of the wedding professionals we want to fire and traditions we want to 86 from our ceremony.
The wedding consultant/planner. A bonus for keeping it simple--no one to manage all the chaos. (Michi: "We don't need no stinkin' J. Lo!")
The ceremony musicians/DJ. No grating string quartet or "Chicken Dance" at this party.
The printer/calligrapher. We're skipping programs (Sarah: "Great, something awkward for guests to hold.") and place cards. Will send out formal invites and/or announcements, but not from some fancy-pants paper shop.
The lawyer. No prenup necessary!
The videographer. People complain about paying $9 at the multiplex, then they cough up $1000+ for a boring DVD they'll probably watch once.
The limo/carriage driver. We're going to try to have the ceremony and reception at the same place.
The marriage license. Because, well...you know.
(Multiple) dress fittings. I'll just buy the one that fits, thanks. Sarah might need a tailor for her tux, though.
The flower girl and ring bearer. Cute but trouble.
The wedding registry. Just kidding.
I'd like to skip this one, but I'm pretty sure Sarah wants to register at Gamestop.
The rehearsal/rehearsal dinner. Can't we all just go to Chili's?
The "post-wedding brunch". WTF, Bridal Guide? I thought that was supposed to be breakfast in bed!
