If you could have done anything differently, what would it be? I would've ensured that there were more lights in the outdoor spaces for older guests' safe walking . . . and that there were lights in the bathroom!! The lights burnt out and I didn't know. It was kind of treacherous.
How did you stay sane during the planning process? I made a "cry" list (a number of times I was allowed to cry before leaving for WI before the wedding). For some reason, it made things seem more manageable. This seems a little melodramatic, but sometimes you just need to allow yourself a few times to cry it out. Seriously, arranging the wedding without a planner from a distance of 2,000 miles was going to be hard — I knew that from the beginning — but I was happy to take on the responsibility of it because I knew it was going to turn out to be a great day. Keeping my eyes on the prize made it easier. Also, I was very conscious about not being too self-involved, and worked really hard to not be a bridezilla in any way.
What's your best advice for brides-to-be? Hire a great photographer, and remember to just let go on the day of your wedding and enjoy every moment! Don't worry about the small stuff. It will all work out for the best, and your day will be amazing!
Photo by Tom Tomkinson
