Our After-Party 5-2-09

After the wedding a lot of us took a shuttle back to our hotel. And everyone crashed our hotel! It was a really fun time! My parents (who haven't seen each other in 20 years were even hanging with us!)

I wish we had more alcohol...my bottle of vodka lasted 10 minutes. But it was a memorable and fun after-party!

Here are some pix!

Me and my sister Michelle

Me and Rachael...

All of us!

We all had a great time!!!

A big THANK YOU to my Dad for making it all possible!

Next up...Our honeymoon!

Our Reception 5-2-09

It's taken me so long to post recaps of our wedding because in our eyes it was so perfect we just wanted a few weeks to just soak it up. Yes, there were some minor things that went wrong (more on that another time!). But we didn't even care. We had the best time of our lives...it was so much fun. And such an amazing experience.

Here are a few pictures I have until the pro-pix. Enjoy!


Next up...the After-Party!

Our 'Pre-Reception' 5-2-09

On our way to the reception was really nice...our good friends Bella and Ryan drove us. And I wouldn't have been more happy (and honored) for them to drive us. They are great friends and we are so lucky to have them.

When we got to the reception we were able to walk the courtyard of the Country Squire..and have some alone time. It was so much fun to walk around and pose every now and then. We got some really great shots from our photographer. They are probably my favorites out of the whole day. Since I don't have the digital proofs...I can't show you those yet. But hopefully soon!

Here is what I do have...









There are some pretty fabulous pictures of Mike and I in the courtyard. And I promise to post them as soon as I get them!

More to come soon!

Our Nuptial Mass 5-2-09

Once I walked into the church...everyone was all smiles. Including me! I had thought all throughout planning I would be nervous as hell moments before (and during) walking down the aisle. But surprisingly I wasn't! Not a single bit! I was just overly excited! I just couldn't wait to walk down the aisle and see Mike!

It was whirl of emotions walking down the aisle. I remember people talking to me..telling me how pretty I was. And I just remember smiling and looking at all the people. When I looked at Mike from what I could tell...he was smiling from ear to ear. But when I finally got up close...I soon found out he was all teary eyed! It was the cutest thing.

When we got to the alter..we quickly grabbed each others hands and just smiled at each other. I asked him what he thought of my dress and he told me he LOVED it. Which made me smile even more! He then told me I was the prettiest bride he has ever seen. Aww...I love him!

During our vows, I again wasn't nervous at all! I just kept thinking OMG we are almost married! I was smiling so much my cheeks were hurting...and Mike kept smiling back. We had some personal memorable moments. And it was perfect...and then we were married!

Unfortunately, I do not have very many pictures of the ceremony (until I get my digital proofs from the photographer) but here is what I have...Enjoy!

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Brozek!

More to come soon!

Getting Ready 5-2-09

Ahh..the morning of the wedding. My first thoughts of waking up was....I'm tired! I am a horrible person to wake up in the morning...no one had to fight me. But boy was I tired! The first couple hours I lazed around...talking to all the girls, watching them get ready, eating breakfast and drinking coffee. It was awesome just to sit back and relax.

Here I am caught chillaxin..



Once it was my turn to get ready..it was all a blur. I got in the shower and the next thing I knew I was doing my makeup....while Bella (MOH) is taking pictures of me. Then it was time for my hair. The photog came...and I was in my dress. I tried hard to take everything in...and I did. But I will tell you...it happened SO fast!

Ok..on with the pictures!








Now it was time to put on the dress....these are all amateur pictures. I promise to have pro-pix soon!




Here I am waiting to walk into church...while Bella is marking 'Just Married!' on the back of the car. I love this shot! (Thanks Ryan!)

Our Rehearsal 5-1-09

I'm sorry I teased you with those 2 fabulous pictures... but I just couldn't resist! Isn't the first one so cute?!!!

OK The day of our rehearsal I spent the day getting pampered with my friend/BM April and my Mom and sister/BM Michelle. We got mani/pedi's. It was so nice!

Then down to business.. when we got to the church it was a little over whelming. Lots of people were there...and I felt like it turned into chaos by the time we got into the church. I forgot to explain to the ushers their duties...and I messed up our bridal party line because too many people were talking to me. But I didn't even notice until our intro's at our reception...and by that time - I didn't care!

Enough rambling...Here are some pix...Enjoy!!





After dinner me and the girls (and my cousin Nate) went back to the hotel and hung out..till it was time to get some bridal beauty sleep!





Next up...Morning of-Getting Ready!

I'm a tease!

A.M.A.Z.I.N.G!!!!

We did it! We are married!!!!

Our wedding was amazing. It was perfect..(well not perfect) but perfect in our eyes. There were a few minor issues that happened...but I didn't even care. We had so much fun!!

We just came back from our honeymoon and I don't have a lot of time to blog..so I'm going to leave you with our Shutterfly link. Feel free to look as much as you want....and if you are friends or family...PLEASE upload your pictures on to this site!!! So far, we have 158 pictures...

http://jenniferandmichael.shutterfly.com/

Enjoy!!!!

Slim to None

Hi there... our wedding is just days away..and I wanted to let you all know my postings may become slim to none. I wish I could post and let you know how everything is going but realistically I have NO time!

Today I am...
Dropping off my veil to get steamed
Dropping off final payment to our Florist
Packing for California
Packing for our wedding night
Getting our rings cleaned

Thursday we are...
Taking everything to our reception venue and showing them how to set up
Taking my Dad and Mike to pick up their tuxes
Picking up my dress :)
Preparing for rehearsal

Friday I am...
Relaxing and getting a manicure and pedicure with my mom and a of the few girls
Rehearsal
Dinner
Back to hotel to relax!!!

Saturday we are..... GETTING MARRIED!!!!!!!!!!!

I can't believe these days are finally here. It's so surreal but all so very exciting!!

See you on the other side!!
OXOX

Work Shower

I have the BEST co-workers in the world!!! Last week they threw me a Bridal Luncheon. It was so sweet and so perfect. The food was delicious and the details were SO awesome. I also got a very generous present. I am so lucky to work in such a fabulous place!!!!













Thank you ladies!