Posts by Aaron Brown7

analogdrifter51 said:So, how many people actually showed up?

230

fadedsurfer54 said:Hey everyone, I’m planning my wedding for next year and would love to get your thoughts... I was originally looking at Sky or maybe Say Yes for the venue, but I've also heard good things about NIRS and wanted to know if anyone here has any firsthand experience there? Also, if you have any recommendations for a band or a photographer, I was leaning toward Taxi Band and Jukica Studio, but I'm open to suggestions. Thanks 🙂

We had our party at the sky
and honestly, all I can say is thank you. We had about 40 guests. The venue manager was absolutely top-tier. Uncle Bozo says it was great. :-)

Laura Barnes42 said:I’ve definitely had my own share of breakdowns over comments like that, especially when I was just trying to change my hair color or deal with other small things.
The older generation tends to use that phrase about waiting for the baby to "wake up" as if they mean when the movement starts, but I think it’s just because they didn't have access to monthly ultrasounds like we do now—back then, I bet they only had maybe three checkups during their entire pregnancy. For us younger moms, that kind of terminology feels almost scary. To me, my baby has been alive from the very first second, and I could already see movement on the screen by week eight. 😁
So, you either have to get used to it, or just stop asking the older crowd for their advice.😁

Honestly, just tune them out and move on with your life. :-D

Honestly, I’m just sitting here fuming. I’m eleven weeks pregnant and I’ve been dealing with this constant, dull ache since the very beginning, but whenever I try to talk about it, people just give me that patronizing look and say, "Oh, don't worry, it's totally normal until the baby actually starts kicking." Like, excuse me?? It’s incredibly frustrating when people try to dismiss physical discomfort just because it doesn't fit their little timeline of milestones. It drives me absolutely insane.

Hey ladies... it’s been exactly a month since we tied the knot... we’re expecting the photos any day now... but this four-month wait? Ugh, it’s brutal. I honestly don't know how I'd handle being left hanging like this for so long. As soon as our shots actually arrive, I’ll let you all know... but from the little sneak peeks I’ve managed to catch so far, I have to say, everything looks absolutely perfect. 🙂))

Betty Davis93 said:Aaron Brown7 if I were you, I'd take a look at that shop with all the balloons—you know, the one right by that blue Anic building... if you know what I mean...

thanks so much...🙂 🙂

Hey girls, it’s me again...
Does anyone happen to know where I can pick up (or maybe have delivered) one of those balloon explosions for a belt, and what kind of damage am I looking at price-wise?🙂

Hey everyone, I could really use some help here... basically, we have a wedding coming up at Skyview... and I completely blanked on asking one specific thing. Since I can't make it over there in person right now to check, does anyone happen to know... do they set out little plates of pastries on every single table, or is it more of a dedicated dessert station with cakes and sweets? I’d be incredibly grateful if someone could clear this up for me.

Chloe Ramirez55 said:Hi everyone! I was wondering if anyone could give me some honest feedback on the food at this venue? I’m looking for both quality and quantity details because I'm planning a reception at the Radisson. To be honest, the catering specs they sent over look pretty ridiculous to me—like, how are we supposed to serve just 2 ounces of prosciutto, 2 ounces of cheese, or 3 ounces of French fries? And only 2 ounces of octopus salad? It seems way too small for a wedding menu.

Also, would anyone be willing to share the contact number for the newlyweds so I could reach out and ask about their actual experience?
Thanks in advance!
Best regards

Regarding the quality, like I mentioned before, I'd probably give it a mediocre 3 out of 10... some things were fine, others were just hit or miss. As for the portions, honestly, whenever anything ran low on the tables, the servers were quick to jump in with more food and drinks, so you can't really complain about the quantity itself.

Henry Hill26 said:Thanks, Aaron Brown7. Our menu is totally different (except for the prosciutto, cheese, and the French stuff), but hopefully it'll be alright 🙂. Yeah, it probably wraps up around 4:00 because then the restaurant has to start prepping for breakfast... but since about 90% of our crowd is young and everyone loves to dance, I'm curious—even if it goes until 4:00, is 5:00 AM too late? Thanks again

No biggie🙂

Henry Hill26 said:Awesome! Hvalaaaaa !!! Do you actually remember what was on the menu? They’ve got four different options, so I just want to see if anything lines up with what we were planning. 😉I mean, yeah... when did you guys actually go? They told us the band wraps up around 4:30, so I’m dying to know if they’re actually flexible about that. Like, if the party is absolutely peaking and everyone is vibing, will they stay an extra bit? Or is it just "lights out, everybody out" once the clock hits the limit? 🙂

It went something like this... we stayed until about 3:00, though we were among the first to head out. I did hear some chatter at the party about there being a specific cutoff time for music, but I’m not entirely sure what it was. As for the restaurant manager... he was constantly hovering and micromanaging everything, which I didn't particularly care for 😁. Hehe. From what I gathered, most people tend to start drifting away once the cake and desserts are served. Regarding the food, you started with prosciutto, French cheese, and octopus salad, then I believe it moved on to beef stew, gnocchi, and croquettes, followed by some other meat with mushroom sauce, and then roasted lamb with potatoes and another meat dish with a side salad 🙂. That’s roughly how I remember it... and then finally, the cake and sweets.

Henry Hill26 said:Is there seriously nobody here who’s ever worked a catering gig at the Radisson?

I recently attended a party over at the Hotel Park, and honestly, the whole vibe was just fantastic. The atmosphere in the ballroom was top-tier—really hit the mark. As for the staff, they were absolute rockstars; I can't even begin to praise them enough. They were flying around the room, and the second you realized you needed something, it was already there in front of you. Now, if we're talking about the food, it was a bit of a mixed bag. It wasn't terrible, but it didn't blow me away either—it was probably a solid 3 out of 10 on the gourmet scale.🙂 None of that really matters in the grand scheme of things... anyway.🙂 It’s definitely a bit pricey...

Thomas Cruz9 said:Has anyone here attended a party where Major League was the headlining band? I’d love to hear some thoughts or reviews if you were there—thanks in advance!

what a guy...
just great...🙂

Timothy Fisher50 said:I’m in the exact same boat, honestly... could someone please send me Lucia Spajic's number and let me know what her rates are? I'm seriously considering booking a professional session for that Monday after the big gala for some photos...

Ladies, here is Lucia's number: 555-012-3456. Seriously, she's a lifesaver 🙂 and her prices are $67 totally reasonable compared to some of the overpriced pros out there $83 plus you can just $33

Douglas Reyes3 said:I went through this exact same dilemma, though in my case, there wasn't a formal "meeting" or a specific gift exchange... just a series of coincidences... it's a long story.

But for example, a relative of mine recently went to lunch at her fiancé's house with her parents—sort of an introductory visit. 🙂
They picked out a really nice serving bowl for desserts, and they put together a gift basket filled with coffee, cookies, chocolates, a bottle of wine, and some other spirits. They wrapped everything beautifully in cellophane with a little bow. They also bought a bouquet of flowers for the future mother-in-law.

That is supposedly considered a more modern way to handle the gifting.

On the other hand, a neighbor of mine from a more traditional rural background bought jewelry for her future daughter-in-law—and it was quite expensive, like those basket-style earrings plus a matching set. Then, when the bride-to-be visited with her family for lunch, her family bought a little something for everyone in the household.
1. The standard stuff: coffee, cookies, and a drink.
2. A bouquet of flowers.
3. A tie for the future father-in-law.
4. A lovely set of coffee cups for the mother-in-law.
2. Pajamas for the brother.
3. Perfume for the sister.

Apparently, the old-school tradition was to buy a specific item for every individual in the house, but back in the day, those were small things—like pitchers for the best man, kitchen towels, or a nice bottle of wine.

Just like your neighbor did, a few of my own friends and acquaintances have handled it that way too... just finding a little something for everyone.🙂

David King72 said:Well, you could always just ask the bridal boutique where you bought your dress to order one for you, assuming they don't throw one in for free with the gown, right?
But honestly, I ended up just grabbing some lace from Victoria's Secret and a little blue ribbon to DIY my own $6.75 garter, mostly because the shop I usually go to was closed down

thanks for the tip....🙂

Quick question—where can I pick up a belt in Los Angeles?

Maria Bailey4 said:Quick question for the ladies who did their own sewing and ordered supplies through eBay—did you actually end up saving money compared to buying everything locally?

I haven't used eBay myself, but I decided to DIY everything by picking up all my supplies at Home Depot, and honestly, it was way more cost-effective. For instance, I spent about $183...maybe $600 tops, whereas if I had gone out and bought one of those fancy wreaths, there's no way I would've spent less than $1,500, since none of the ones I saw looked nearly as good as mine $1.75..so now....:🙂

Hey, does anyone have any recent intel on getting married in a church over in Maui? I’m looking for the lowdown on things like church renovations, fees, and all that good stuff...

Michael Reed4 said:I'm torn between checking out Ivica Bago and the Volar band. If anyone actually went to their gig, let me know where they play
so I can get a feel for their style and how the female vocals hold up...
Also, does anyone have any info on Zumba??? Their short clips look great, and the photos seem pretty natural and solid. Anyone here actually been to one???

I can't speak to Ivica Bago, but when it comes to Metallica 👍.....