Posts by Joseph Kelly45

Paul Howard7 said:I’m practically praying for more veins to pop out on my arms.
I just want one massive, thick vein stretching across my entire forearm. Total beast mode! 🙂

😁 I’m pretty sure we’re talking about varicose veins here, 😁 trust me when I say you do NOT want that. 😁

They aren't going anywhere. Honestly, the only real solution is to have them removed. If you need some temporary relief, you could try compression stockings or an elastic bandage—just make sure you wrap it all the way from your foot up past the vein itself. Personally, I've tried every cream under the sun, and none of them did a damn thing. This started popping up when I was about 18, and now I'm 30. After a few years, the pain escalated to the point where there are days I’m practically limping just to get around. Interestingly enough, staying active actually helps dull the ache. During my Insanity workouts, I didn't feel the pain at all. But yeah, it's definitely high time I finally go see a doctor to get this sorted out once and for all. 😁

Back when we used to host weddings, we’d just order individual plates of pastries for each table $40 each plate wasn't overflowing with pounds of sweets, but they were so incredibly delicious that I didn't mind the price tag one bit.
The cake was $833 though I actually had to go out and provide my own decorations, like fresh roses. Honestly, the flavor was pretty mediocre, so barely a quarter of it even got eaten.
If I had known then what I know now....

Olivia handled all my floral arrangements, and honestly, I couldn't be happier with the results!! The owner is an absolute genius!

Robin Rivera4 said:Hello, my lovely ladies from the Midwest, I find myself in need of a little assistance... does anyone happen to know a talented photographer who actually charges reasonable rates? Since I'm based over in Indianapolis, any leads would be incredibly helpful. Honestly, they don't even have to be local to Indy; I'm open to anyone in the surrounding areas! Please, help a girl out!div>

I used a photographer once who was absolutely perfect (and the price was unbeatable)... if you want the details, shoot me a DM. 😁

A few of my buddies actually went through with their wedding this past Thursday—April Fools' Day, no less—and they got absolutely played by their own friends. So honestly, what you're dealing with is pretty standard practice. 😉
Happy !!! And seriously, pick out a stunning dress and post a photo for us... 😍

We finally tracked down a photographer and a videographer... 😁 I am seriously over the moon!!!! This was my absolute worst nightmare. The guy is young and actually loves all my crazy ideas—thank God, because I honestly don't know who else would have put up with me—like wanting shots with our dogs (all three of them!), posing with horses, jumping from one spot to another... you name it. Anyway, I’m thrilled with him, and most importantly, he didn't break the bank! You have to hand it to big cities like Chicago or NYC; they have these incredible photographers, but man, sometimes the prices out there are just absolutely insane.
As for the cake, a woman gave me her number, and I'm meeting her this week to finalize things. Everyone says she's wonderful—that her cakes are stunning and taste even better.
The fiancé and I are working on the invitations right now, and I think they are just precious. We’re doing the thank-you notes the same way. My sweet 😍 Tomorrow I'm heading out to put a deposit down on the dress (fingers crossed I can actually make a decision). Basically, all that's left is the flowers, and then we are pretty much set!!!! Hallelujah

velvetjackal752, I really appreciate you, 🙂
Listen, would you mind sending me a DM with the contact info for the photographer and the florist? Please... and if it’s not too much trouble, let me know what they charged.

Are they actually any good?

I’m starting to spiral a bit regarding the band. My family can't seem to get on the same page about the playlist, so I find myself in desperate need of someone truly versatile who can handle just about any genre...😁
Everything else is moving at a snail's pace, even though the clock is absolutely racing against us...
Midwest folks—please, hit me with some solid recommendations for wedding cakes, hair stylists, makeup artists, and florists...

Hey everyone!
Well, we have finally started the planning process for this big event. We’ve already locked in the venue—it's going to be at the Patriot Hotel in White Plains. It's a bit of a drive from Indianapolis, but honestly, it’s not a dealbreaker.
As far as the other details go, we found some invitations and thank-you notes that we really love (on that "ada" site), but I'm still a bit hazy on the final cost and how the ordering process actually works.
Now we’re down to the "little things"—the photographer, the videographer, and the music. For the photo and video side of things, I want someone edgy; people with actual personality and a ton of creative ideas. I absolutely cannot stand those staged shots where everyone is grinning like they just bit into a lemon. I checked out that Leon production crew and their work is incredible, but frankly, it feels like a massive stretch to drop $3333 just on that. Does anyone know where I can find something with a similar vibe but without the premium price tag? Regarding the music, my partner is suggesting the Players from SB. Has anyone here actually hired them? What’s their style like? Just to be clear, I am not interested in any country wedding acts under any circumstances.
I’ve been reading about the itd band on here—does anyone happen to have their contact info or an idea of what they charge?