Long time, no post: Remedied.

So, I seriously underestimated the stress of planning a[n Indian] wedding while trying to finish two degrees from Michigan and holding two jobs that I truly love. I do have exciting news [for me]. After a few hectic meetings with Mr. Sunflower's parents, we decided that Mr. Sunflower and I would have our wedding in Grand Rapids with our money and our ideas. A week later, his parents would have a second reception with their colleagues - something that they can plan and control. After that, everything was easy! [Kind of]

Here's what we have:

Photographer - Booked
Kelly Sweet Photography, a local artist whose work I really enjoy and whose prices are not quite ridiculous.







Ceremony Location - Booked
Fountain Street Church, a local Humanist Church that's gorgeous and welcoming for everyone.
























Reception Venue - Booked
The BOB (Big Old Building), a local venue that contains several restaurants, a comedy club, a night club, etc. We will be at the Top of the Bob in a comfortable red room with old wooden pillars and a dark dance floor. On a fun note, Mr. Sunflower and I ate in the bar in the basement here for my Senior Prom.




















Officiant - Booked
Miriam Jerris, a SE Michigan Rabbi/Humanist Minister who specializes in interfaith/multicultural ceremonies. Her husband is a Master Bridal Consultant.











Our next few steps are to:
- find a videographer.
- finish our ceremony outline (which is sounding quite beautiful).
- find a wedding dress (this summer with my mom and sister).
- finish the creation of our invitation/program/all around stationary look.

Oh! And our date has changed from Friday Oct 1st to Saturday Oct 2nd. 10/02/10.