Now that the mad, insane holiday rush at the store has slowed to a much more manageable pace, its come to my attention that my wedding is a mere 6 months away. Which means the reception is only 7 months away. Or more. Who knows, we haven't even gotten that far.
The wedding portion is easy, we're pretty much just showing up. Its Maui, you can't add much to Maui to make it better than it already is. The whole point of doing it there was to purposely keep it very, very, very small, relaxing, and stress-free.
However, the reception is another topic all together. Being a practical Virgo, I'm trying to keep it reeled in and not spend a stupid amount of money. But, my love of parties and transforming spaces makes that difficult. I have a theatrical side I desperately try to repress.
There are a few issues we keep running into it seems:
1) 12am curfew. Which, I'm sure is plenty of time, but its never fun when the record stops and the lights come on and everyone looks all sweaty and gross. Its not a pleasant note to end the night on.
2) Set caterers. Yes, I'm sure this is to protect us from flaky business people but the only thing I may get bridezilla over is the flippin desserts. I desperately want my cake from Bleeding Heart Bakery and a bleepin table full of delicious macaroons from Alliance Bakery. I would like the freedom to choose my own foodstuffs.
3) Banquet halls. NO, NO, NO. I'd rather do nothing than have one at a hall. It may work for some people, but I flat out refuse to have it at a hall or country club. Too much carpet.
If you have any recommendations for unusual, non-lame, unique venues that have a laid-back, garden party vibe with some outdoor space, let us know! We're all ears!
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