I was reading back through ma blog the other day and realised I never confirmed what our recessional song was gonna be....our choice...
Forever and For Always - Shania Twain
TTFN xx
Showing posts with label Music. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Music. Show all posts
Wednesday, 29 July 2009
Monday, 11 May 2009
Wedding Weekend
My little man stayed the weekend at his nanny's house so H2b and I had the weekend to ourselves and a chance to get some wedding type stuff done and a few more things crossed of the (now getting shorter!) "To-Do" list.
It was mainly printing off "stuff" and burning CDs for the ceremony music and for the DVD guy.
I also found my "evening flats" as I know I won't make it all day in my killer heels!!
Here are my killer heels.... I ♥ them...
Shock, horror, they're not traditional white/ivory but lush purple (our wedding colour ♥) They aren't actually as purple as this in "real life" don't know what went on with the camera but this is how they turned out... a shame as that is the EXACT purple I would love them to be..... But I saw them in one of my mum's catalogues and they were a bargain at £30... even more of a bargain as they were doing a 3 for 2 offer and I bought myself a pair of black ones too, as well as for all the bridesmaids, working out at just £20 a pair!
And here are my evening flats.... not quite the same shade, but I gave up being Bridezilla about the shades of purple a loooong time ago!!
They were £10 from the High Street... We went into Peacocks to pick a t-shirt for H2b's stag do and some bits for my Hen Night, and I saw them on the rack.... couldn't find my size and the size down were a little too tight （；_・） but I asked at the checkout if they had any more in the back... and they did!!!! Woohoo!
For the record, I heart shoes to the max - but I find it hard to find them as my feet are on the wide side (｡_｡) so to find two pairs of shoes in purple, that fit me is a big fat score!!!
TTFN xx
It was mainly printing off "stuff" and burning CDs for the ceremony music and for the DVD guy.
I also found my "evening flats" as I know I won't make it all day in my killer heels!!
Here are my killer heels.... I ♥ them...
Shock, horror, they're not traditional white/ivory but lush purple (our wedding colour ♥) They aren't actually as purple as this in "real life" don't know what went on with the camera but this is how they turned out... a shame as that is the EXACT purple I would love them to be..... But I saw them in one of my mum's catalogues and they were a bargain at £30... even more of a bargain as they were doing a 3 for 2 offer and I bought myself a pair of black ones too, as well as for all the bridesmaids, working out at just £20 a pair!
And here are my evening flats.... not quite the same shade, but I gave up being Bridezilla about the shades of purple a loooong time ago!!
They were £10 from the High Street... We went into Peacocks to pick a t-shirt for H2b's stag do and some bits for my Hen Night, and I saw them on the rack.... couldn't find my size and the size down were a little too tight （；_・） but I asked at the checkout if they had any more in the back... and they did!!!! Woohoo!
For the record, I heart shoes to the max - but I find it hard to find them as my feet are on the wide side (｡_｡) so to find two pairs of shoes in purple, that fit me is a big fat score!!!
TTFN xx
Tuesday, 5 May 2009
Another Reading.... and a Song!
My sister has a fantastic singing voice and is singing Ave Maria at my [other] sister's wedding in May... it got me to thinking that I'd love for her to sing at our wedding too...
We were out the other evening at a P!nk concert and I asked if she would sing Bette Middler's 'The Rose'
She said how much she LOVES that song and would be delighted to sing it... in addition to the reading she is going to, err, read.
Because of this, I thought it was only fair that H2b have someone do a reading.... as long as he found one - I had struggled to find the two that I actually liked! So he found this:
Apache Blessing
Now you will feel no rain, for each of you will be shelter for the other. Now you will feel no cold, for each of you will be warmth to the other. Now there will be no loneliness, for each of you will be companion to the other. Now you are two persons, but there is only one life before you. May beauty surround you both in the journey ahead and through all the years. May happiness be your companion and your days together be good and long upon the earth.
Treat yourselves and each other with respect, and remind yourselves often of what brought you together. Give the highest priority to the tenderness, gentleness and kindness that your connection deserves. When frustration, difficulties and fear assail your relationship – as they threaten all relationships at one time or another – remember to focus on what is right between you, not only the part which seems wrong. In this way, you can ride out the storms when clouds hide the face of the sun in your lives – remembering that even if you lose sight of it for a moment, the sun is still there.
And if each of you takes responsibility for the quality of your life together, it will be marked by abundance and delight.
Which his sister will read.
So ceremony elements are now all picked and confirmed and everything is sealed in an envelope ready to be sent by recorded delivery to the Registry Office in the morning! No going back now!!!
We were out the other evening at a P!nk concert and I asked if she would sing Bette Middler's 'The Rose'
She said how much she LOVES that song and would be delighted to sing it... in addition to the reading she is going to, err, read.
Because of this, I thought it was only fair that H2b have someone do a reading.... as long as he found one - I had struggled to find the two that I actually liked! So he found this:
Apache Blessing
Now you will feel no rain, for each of you will be shelter for the other. Now you will feel no cold, for each of you will be warmth to the other. Now there will be no loneliness, for each of you will be companion to the other. Now you are two persons, but there is only one life before you. May beauty surround you both in the journey ahead and through all the years. May happiness be your companion and your days together be good and long upon the earth.
Treat yourselves and each other with respect, and remind yourselves often of what brought you together. Give the highest priority to the tenderness, gentleness and kindness that your connection deserves. When frustration, difficulties and fear assail your relationship – as they threaten all relationships at one time or another – remember to focus on what is right between you, not only the part which seems wrong. In this way, you can ride out the storms when clouds hide the face of the sun in your lives – remembering that even if you lose sight of it for a moment, the sun is still there.
And if each of you takes responsibility for the quality of your life together, it will be marked by abundance and delight.
Which his sister will read.
So ceremony elements are now all picked and confirmed and everything is sealed in an envelope ready to be sent by recorded delivery to the Registry Office in the morning! No going back now!!!
Thursday, 30 April 2009
Ceremony Music - Part 4 - The Recessional
And now comes to the piece of music that we are struggling most with - the recessional song - or the one we walk out as husband and wife to.
We've narrowed it down to a few choices, but still don't know which one to choose. I would like it something a little upbeat and "celebration-y" but at the same time nice lyrics! I know a popular choice is "Signed Sealed Delivered" by the wonderful Stevie Wonder - but listen to the lyrics people it's about a dude who left his missus and hopes that she'll take him back! I know people go for it for the "Signed Sealed Delivered" bit, but uh-uh *shakes finger*
The number one choice at the moment, lyrics wise is
Forever and For Always - Shania Twain
It's a little bit country sounding, but it's nice an upbeat and has lovely lyrics too!
Then there's the rock choice
The Best Thing - Savage Garden
Which I think with the intro might be a bit rocky for the guests （．＿．） but the words, the words!
And then there's the song that I love the beat of, but I don't think the words go that well as the opening line is "I started talking then the line went dead" (>。<) I don't think so! The rest of the song gets nice though, but the opening is pretty much what we'll hear! So that's probably a no.
You're the World To Me - David Gray
Finally we've got
Everything - Michael Buble
So many choices - but which one do we choose (･_･?)
TTFN xx
We've narrowed it down to a few choices, but still don't know which one to choose. I would like it something a little upbeat and "celebration-y" but at the same time nice lyrics! I know a popular choice is "Signed Sealed Delivered" by the wonderful Stevie Wonder - but listen to the lyrics people it's about a dude who left his missus and hopes that she'll take him back! I know people go for it for the "Signed Sealed Delivered" bit, but uh-uh *shakes finger*
The number one choice at the moment, lyrics wise is
Forever and For Always - Shania Twain
It's a little bit country sounding, but it's nice an upbeat and has lovely lyrics too!
Then there's the rock choice
The Best Thing - Savage Garden
Which I think with the intro might be a bit rocky for the guests （．＿．） but the words, the words!
And then there's the song that I love the beat of, but I don't think the words go that well as the opening line is "I started talking then the line went dead" (>。<) I don't think so! The rest of the song gets nice though, but the opening is pretty much what we'll hear! So that's probably a no.
You're the World To Me - David Gray
Finally we've got
Everything - Michael Buble
So many choices - but which one do we choose (･_･?)
TTFN xx
Ceremony Music - Part 3 - Signing The Registar
Setting the scene.... we've said our vows, we've heard our readings, we've exchanged the rings and now it's time to get all official and sign the register!
We've been told to have one or two song choices for this - depends on how long the the photographer takes to take the official photos apparently! Unfortunately the registrar doesn't allow photos to be taken during the ceremony itself which I'm gutted about, but what can we do? So, I'll probably milk it for all it's worth during the register signing!
Of course, our wedding day wouldn't be the same without a song by Darren Hayes!! Okay, so it's Savage Garden, but it's still his beautiful voice!
I Knew I Loved You - Savage Garden
'And in your eyes I see the missing piece, I think I found my way home'
I love the whole song but ^^^^I love this line^^^^ and this one too >>>>
'I am complete now that I've found you'
Just writing these posts and listening to the songs as I embed them into my post is making me all lip quivering and soooo excited for the wedding day. I really will be marrying the man of my dreams on that day ♥
TTFN xx
We've been told to have one or two song choices for this - depends on how long the the photographer takes to take the official photos apparently! Unfortunately the registrar doesn't allow photos to be taken during the ceremony itself which I'm gutted about, but what can we do? So, I'll probably milk it for all it's worth during the register signing!
Of course, our wedding day wouldn't be the same without a song by Darren Hayes!! Okay, so it's Savage Garden, but it's still his beautiful voice!
I Knew I Loved You - Savage Garden
'And in your eyes I see the missing piece, I think I found my way home'
I love the whole song but ^^^^I love this line^^^^ and this one too >>>>
'I am complete now that I've found you'
Just writing these posts and listening to the songs as I embed them into my post is making me all lip quivering and soooo excited for the wedding day. I really will be marrying the man of my dreams on that day ♥
TTFN xx
Ceremony Music - Part 2 - The Bridal Party!
Now for my big entrance! OMG, I have been waiting for the day that I walk down the aisle for a loooooooong time.... and I'm so glad to have found "the one" in my H2b. （*＾＾）＾*）
Everyone thinks, that as I love Darren Hayes (former Savage Garden) that I would have chosen one of his songs to walk down the aisle to. Don't get me wrong, my obsession with DH is huge and I even surprised myself when I didn't pick one of his songs....
...but I was Googling wedding processional songs and up popped
Shania Twain - From This Moment
I had NEVER heard this song. EVER.
The guitar intro got me all a flutter...
Then the lyrics...
---------------->blubbing like there was no tomorrow<----------------- It was the one... Without a doubt and stopped looking.
Shall I tell you the line that does it for me?
'I give my hand to you with all my heart
Can't wait to live my life with you, can't wait to start'
I envision reaching H2b at the end of the aisle when the song gets to that line. I'll be in bits won't I?!
TTFN xx
Everyone thinks, that as I love Darren Hayes (former Savage Garden) that I would have chosen one of his songs to walk down the aisle to. Don't get me wrong, my obsession with DH is huge and I even surprised myself when I didn't pick one of his songs....
...but I was Googling wedding processional songs and up popped
Shania Twain - From This Moment
I had NEVER heard this song. EVER.
The guitar intro got me all a flutter...
Then the lyrics...
---------------->blubbing like there was no tomorrow<----------------- It was the one... Without a doubt and stopped looking.
Shall I tell you the line that does it for me?
'I give my hand to you with all my heart
Can't wait to live my life with you, can't wait to start'
I envision reaching H2b at the end of the aisle when the song gets to that line. I'll be in bits won't I?!
TTFN xx
Ceremony Music - Part 1- The Anticipation!
Music plays a big part in my life - I'm a words kinda gal, I really pay attention to the lyrics of songs and find their meaning - often having to explain to hubby to be (H2b) what the song is all about - he just either likes a song or doesn't - where as I'm like, listen to the words dude!
Of course I love the melody, but the lyrics really are what does it for me - they can make or break a song for me!
I'm adding the songs we've picked for your listening pleasure - stupid You Tube doesn't allow UK visitors to watch music videos any more so finding songs seems to be more difficult for the modern tracks (O_O；)
We need to have several songs for the ceremony - a few whilst guests arrive and take their seats. We are going to go with classical songs since this is just background music. We have picked
Cannon in D by Johann Pachelbel
Ode To Joy by Beethoven
Falling in Love by Tim O'Neill
That's all we have - I figure we just put them on a bit of a loop - or maybe find another few classical songs to add - as they don't have lyrics, I can't see the registrar getting all stroppy as they won't have any religious context. I really love the song Eidelweiss but struggling to find a nice instrumental version.
What are your song choices whilst everyone waits in anticipation for the arrival of the Bride?!
TTFN xx
Of course I love the melody, but the lyrics really are what does it for me - they can make or break a song for me!
I'm adding the songs we've picked for your listening pleasure - stupid You Tube doesn't allow UK visitors to watch music videos any more so finding songs seems to be more difficult for the modern tracks (O_O；)
We need to have several songs for the ceremony - a few whilst guests arrive and take their seats. We are going to go with classical songs since this is just background music. We have picked
Cannon in D by Johann Pachelbel
Ode To Joy by Beethoven
Falling in Love by Tim O'Neill
That's all we have - I figure we just put them on a bit of a loop - or maybe find another few classical songs to add - as they don't have lyrics, I can't see the registrar getting all stroppy as they won't have any religious context. I really love the song Eidelweiss but struggling to find a nice instrumental version.
What are your song choices whilst everyone waits in anticipation for the arrival of the Bride?!
TTFN xx
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