My engagement ring

codex57 · Jan 19, 2005

After spending far more time and effort than I thought possible looking for this simple piece of jewelry, here's the end result. A round brilliant 1.37 carat D color VVS2 excellent symmetry excellent polish Ideal cut (you can see the hearts and arrows) diamond on a platinum 4 prong solitaire. It's basically a well equipped Camry sitting on her hand.

MyHarley · Jan 19, 2005

very pretty Richard, I'm sure she is still in clouds over it, did she give you a watch, let's see pictures of that too.........

codex57 · Jan 19, 2005

No, she didn't give me a watch. Was she supposed to? We're not too knowledgeable on all the traditions. Like what's with the "old, new, borrowed, and blue" thingy?

She's getting me LED taillights for my car though. I don't really want a watch. I have a decent one already (Omega) that is an automatic so I have to wear it every day.

frolf · Jan 19, 2005

that ring is amazing dude!

///M SPEED · Jan 19, 2005

She will love it! When is the wedding planned for? Hope the wedding goes smooth for you.

codex57 · Jan 19, 2005

Weddings are a SERIOUS pain in the ass. If you can elope, do it! Both of us would rather elope than go through this wedding thing. It's a huge expense that neither the bride nor groom can really enjoy all that much. I'd much prefer saving that money and going on a kick ass honeymoon instead. Or at least get a wedding planner if you can afford it.

gizzy · Jan 19, 2005

codex57 said:

My wife and I got married by my bishop - no family present and no expenses either. I would have prefered to have my imediate family there, but since they would have to travel so far, she didn' t want them to come - so we excluded her family as well. So many of our co-workers have spent 20k plus on their weddings and we are the only ones who have a house. They are still living the appartment life and still paying for their wedding years later. Keep a wedding simple, it only lasts one day and their are so many things that you can spend your money on that you will enjoy more (like a honeymoon as you stated).

Tom · Jan 19, 2005

Nice ring Richard. But hey, getting LED rear lights in return is good enough for me. [thumb]

Section_8 · Jan 19, 2005

Niiiiice rock, you did well codex-san. [:)]

Weddings can be fun, it just depends. Mine turned into a mini 'family reunion', as we're so scattered across the country we're rarely all gathered like that, so it was special in that sense.

Don't forget to send her something (secretly) sweet to her on the wedding day (get your best man to run it to her). I don't 'think' that's one of those tradition things - but a sure heart winner on such a special day. [:)]

MyHarley · Jan 19, 2005

There's nothing wrong with setting new traditions and if LED lights make you happy, then you'll continue to be a happy groom. I agree on keeping a wedding to a simple affair, the reception a killer party and a honeymoon that both will never forget and still not be in debt for years. Always remember, the wedding is for you and your bride (mostly hers), not your families or friends, do what makes the two of you remember this time the most. [thumb]

codex57 · Jan 19, 2005

Yeah, but I don't think our families think it has anything to do with us and that it's more about them. Whatever, I'm gonna find ways to get my dad to pay as many of the expenses as possible since my parents came up with 3/4ths of the guest list. I already got him to put down the $4000 deposit for the banquet. [:D]

I'm gonna concentrate on finding a great honeymoon trip. I'm thinking cruise cuz it's all inclusive and we can stuff ourselves with great food. The only problem is, I'm a fan of the set seating and cruise lines are all pushing the flex seating for dining. I like having the same waiter and stuff cuz they're usually quite funny once you get to know them. Plus, they quickly learn my eating habits so I feel cool when they start bringing out food the way I want w/out having to ask (ok, it mainly consists of me ordering everything on the menu and the waiter just bringing out extra dishes for me so I don't have to wait and order every dish).

Thanks for the tip about sending her a gift on the wedding day, Section_8. That's a definite must do.

Kirby · Jan 19, 2005

I would highly recommend doing an all inclusive cruise or resort for the honeymoon. With all the headaches and stress of planning and executing the wedding, it was always comforting to know the honeymoon was totally paid and we needed essentially no cash for 10 days. Nothing to plan, nothing to budget - Pure relaxation at its best!!!!

///M SPEED · Jan 20, 2005

Kirby said:

Very true unless you plan to drink. Most cruises make you pay for the "adult" beverages. I agree the cruise would be fun and can be the easiest idea for a honeymoon. Now, the tough part is deciding which cruise to go on....

codex57 · Jan 20, 2005

We're actually not very big drinkers. Soda is fine.

Yeah, trying to figure out where to go. Originally, I said I wanted Alaska and she agreed cuz it's pretty. But, she's a beach weather kind of girl. I figure we can do Alaska later and she wants to bring her mom for that anyways. My priority on the honeymoon is food. I want good stuff. [:D]

Location doesn't matter as much to me.

///M SPEED · Jan 20, 2005

There are more and more cruise lines to choose from as well. We (here in Seattle) are starting to get more and more cruise ship using our ports as home base now. Ten years ago this was not the case. We didn't have any.

I would love to take my wife on a cruise and when the youngest child (he is 17 months now) gets a little older I would love to take them on a Disney cruise. I hear there is a lot fun for everyone.

MrElussive · Jan 20, 2005

codex57 said:

The ring looks great. I cracked up when I read about the LED taillights. [hihi]

MyHarley · Jan 20, 2005

SOMETHING OLD, SOMETHING NEW ...

Something old, something new
Something borrowed, something blue
And a silver sixpence in your shoe

The rhyme originated in Victorian times although some of customs referred in it are much older.

The "something old" represents the couples friends who will hopefully remain close during the marriage. Traditionally this was old garter which given to the bride by a happily married woman in the hope that her happiness in marriage would be passed on to the new bride.

"Something new" symbolises the newlyweds' happy and prosperous future.

The "something borrowed" is often lent by the bride's family and is an item much valued by the family. The bride must return the item to ensure good luck.

The custom of the bride wearing "something blue" originated in ancient Israel where the bride wore a blue ribbon in her hair to represent fidelity.

The placing of a silver sixpence in the bride's shoe was to ensure wealth in the couples married life. Today some brides substitute a penny in their shoe during the ceremony as silver sixpences are less common.

BTW, when is the big day??

Bryan330i · Jan 20, 2005

That is a very nice ring. [thumb]

My wife would be envious because all she got was just a little thing, the ring I mean. But she got even and hit me for a 10 year ring- three princess cut diamonds in platinum.

Bryan330i · Jan 20, 2005

///M SPEED said:

I hear a lot of mixed reviews on Disney Cruise Lines. I have been looking at the price and they seem to be one of the more expensive around but only so-so of a cruise some people say. One thing a few people have said is that the actual Disney venue, character and so on, sometime appear non-existent because of the passenger ratios to entertainment.

I’ve been a bit unsure if Disney is worth the price compared to other lines. We have thought about doing a split between a 7 day Princess for about 3,500-4,000 and adding a Disney World resort for like 4 days. Whereas the Disney cruise alone seems to run about 6,000 for the base cost.

What do you think? Do you know anyone that has been on Disney?

///M SPEED · Jan 20, 2005

I have also heard that the Disney cruise is one of the more expensive cruises out there. The only reason I want to try it out in the future is for the fun and entertainment factor for the kids (with or without the characters) and still have a lot for the adults. If I didn't have kids I would definitely go another route. Like the Princess cruise lines you stated. Even with kids I want to take my wife on a cruise (only us) and leave the kids with relatives.

I think your idea of Princess type cruise and a split with a Disney resort would be a great way to go. I didn’t even think of that. A lot of the southern based cruises (Bahamas’ etc..) depart from Florida and when done you would already be near the biggest Disney resort around. You could use the $2k+ you would save on the cruise alone on the resort and still have money left over.

I have a friend who has been on many many cruises with his wife, but I am not sure if they have tried the Disney cruise. I should ask and see if they have and if so what they think about it. I do know they loved the Princess cruise lines...

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