April 4, 2008
It has literally been forever since the wedding and SO much has happened. I don’t even know where to begin. But I am going to try. First things first – converting this from a wedding website to a blog about our life. You’ll notice that things are a little different over on that right hand side.
I’ve pulled all the wedding pages. Sad, I know. They’re not delete, just unpublished. It’s time for a new beginning! (Even though I’ve left some memories)
January 23, 2008
Ken posted our ceremony video on his website, so you don’t have to download it to watch it. Check it out!!!
http://www.kennethstillmanvideo.com/caroline_robert/caroline_robert.html
Love it! If you’re looking for a videographer, check out Ken and his team. They were amazing!
January 17, 2008
Well folks, we’re back to real life in Newark. Jumped right into the work week with 2 feet. It’s been a busy week of catching up and getting settled. We’re culling some old stuff to work in our new goodies. Thank you notes are on the agenda every evening, so we’re hoping to get those out as soon as possible.
Up next: Our Ceremony video. Ken Stillman, our videographer, finished editing our ceremony video while we were on our honeymoon. It’s AMAZING!! I cried. I loved our ceremony and how Ken & his team captured it; esp. the end. I’ll post the link soon.
Then: Our Honeymoon videos. I know I’ve been promising them for a week (exactly) but we’re still uploading. I’ve also got some pictures I’ll post as a slide show. maybe. there’s a lot of pictures.
later!
January 7, 2008
We’ve seen some spectacular pictures from family and friends. But – THIS JUST IN – the professional’s have posted some teaser pics on their site. Check it out -
http://dollfacestudio.typepad.com/dollface_studios/2008/01/carrie-rob.html
Love it!!
January 3, 2008
It has literally been weeks since my last update and a lot has happened. After the 14th, we continued head first with the last minute wedding details. Katie’s dress was finished, the copper trees got done, out-of-town bags were assembled, and about 8,000,000 other things. Looking back, I am stunned we got it all done (granted Megan, Erin, Gurp were up until about 1am the night before the wedding making centerpiece raffle tickets) (and Dad was up ’til then assembling the seating chart)(and Mom, the Andre’s, Diggie and I were up finishing God knows what-else). But every production I’ve ever been involved with has at least one day of scramble. However, we never had to pull an all-nighter, which I consider a huge success.
Our wedding day was more beautiful than I could ever have dreamed. The weather was perfect (thank you to the angels watching out for pulling those strings). The colors just all came together. We’d never seen the bridesmaids dresses next to the tuxes with the different ties with all the flowers. Everything looked great holding up a swatch but the final product took my breath away.
First and foremost, we would like to thank our parents. Without them, this day would not have been possible. They are our foundation and went to whatever lengths to make our dreams a reality. What it turned out to be was far and away beyond our wildest expectations. Thank you!!
Thank you also to all our friends, family and bridal party! Spending the day with so many special people all in one room was spectacular. Thank you for helping us get to this point! You were always there to help put together invitations or twist wire or any number of other countless thoughtful things. You made this journey fun and memorable. Thank you for sharing our wedding day with us! Your presence made us feel so incredibly special.
Pictures are filtering in and they look amazing! I just saw that Aunt Carole put some up on our shutterfly account. Uncle Rocky, Mr. Bill & Uncle Keith also sent over their pictures. Some are on Facebook, some we’ll post to the shutterfly account. If you have pictures, we would LOVE to see them. Please feel free to mail us a CD of all your files, so we can have the high res images to print from. Our mailing address is on the back of our wedding day programs. Or just email me.
Off to Mexico!!
December 14, 2007
This past week was all kinds of busy but we got SO much done.
Saturday the 8th, we picked up Mom’s dress, Rob’s vest, the extra fabric and MY dress!! All look amazing. I love my bustle; even though she had to redo it while I was in it. Jan, the tailor, said it was easy to bustle. Mom watched, so I hope she thinks the same thing. I have NO idea how it’s done.
We also started on the centerpiece bases. Good gravy these centerpieces are involved! I hope there are 32 people who are going to want a giant copper tree in their life. We’re putting so much work into them. I certainly don’t want them to just be thrown out. Do YOU want a centerpiece? Consider it sculptural art. Please say you’ll want one.
Saturday night was the Christmas in Carol and Song concert at Rutgers’ Kirkpatrick Chapel. It’s my favorite Christmas concert; so festive. It’s one time when we can just sit and enjoy. No phones ringing. No emails to check. Nothing else to do. Just sitting in a candle lit chapel listening to amazing music. The wedding and holiday craziness just gets put on hold for an hour and a half. It’s perfect.
Sunday Karen, Erin, and Skip came over. They thought they’d be just hanging out with us. HA! Be warned. If you come over within the next 2 weeks, you’re getting put to work. The boys did manage to get some guitar hero in but some favors were made, so that kept me happy.
Monday, Rob, Skip & I went and put in the paperwork for our marriage license!!! It’s officially official folks. Apparently it’s the old carbon paper stuff, so we CANNOT sit or spill anything on it. Typos or cross-outs void it. It has to be returned to them 100% correct with no additional scuff marks. Talk about pressure. It’s ready for pick up Monday but maybe we won’t pick it up until Friday. That way there’s less chance of anything happening to it.
After that, Skip, Erin, Rob and I all celebrated with breakfast at Holly Brook. Then it was back to the house. The boys peeled labels and de-gunked copper fittings for the centerpieces. Erin & I tied tags to favors until our fingers were about to fall off. Boy do we owe them! They’ve been an amazing help!! Thanks guys!
I worked from home M-Th. So I read apps like a fiend in the morning and late at night. Then had the afternoons and evenings to help Dad with centerpieces. It was a very productive arrangement. We’ve got all the bases just about done. Well, cut, sanded, and painted at least. We’ll assemble this weekend. If you can come and help, let me know! I’ll send you the evite. It’s All Hands on Deck time. Busy busy.
We’ve selected and finalized the menu for Fish Lake Friday. YUM! Tonight is the final meeting with the florist. Then this weekend is our final work weekend. YAY!!!!
December 14, 2007
Today I came into the office because I thought Jason’s boss was throwing a Christmas party. There as a Christmas party last year, so I didn’t think anything of it. Jason called me into his office to discuss a special tour for March he was asked about; business as usual. Then we go up to the 2nd floor conference room; last year it was on the 3rd floor but I accepted the change of venue at face value. Walk in. “SURPRISE!!!” What?!?! I was thoroughly confused. It wasn’t until someone yelled “it’s your shower!” that I got it. They threw me a shower! There was a whole catered lunch and all the counselors were there, even Kyle, one of my SA managers came. SO freakin’ sweet!!
And look what they got us!!
It’s our KitchenAid 12-cup Food Processor!!! I’m already dreaming of things to make with it. Oh the parties we’ll throw with all our new goodies! I foresee many a good time in our future. Don’t worry, you’ll be invited.
Anyway… I officially have the best, most awesome office ever. SO thoughtful! They are fabulous and I love them.
December 4, 2007
A couple weeks ago, we finalized everything with the caterer. Menu, linens, timing, etc… We’re so excited about the food! I just have to share the menu with you. It’s going to be AWESOME!!
Butlered Hor D’Oeuvres
Macaroni & Cheese Balls (a la Cheesecake Factory)
Mini Slammers with cheese, ketchup, mustard & pickles
Mini Franks in puff pastry with mustard on the side
Italian Wedding Soup Shots
Mini Crab Cakes
Grilled Chicken Skewers with Peanut Satay Sauce
Stuffed Mushroom Caps
Spring Rolls with Asian sauce
Chicken & Cheese Quesadillas
Appetizer Stations
Asian Station
Shu Mai Chicken Pot Stickers
Sir Fry Beef with red & orange peppers
Pork Pot Stickers
Pasta Station
Fussili & Bow Tie pasta
with the following sauce choices
Vodka Blush
Pommodore
Wild Mushroom
Salad
Asian Pear Salad
Mescalin & Romain greens with
gorgonzola, candied walnuts, crasins, & Asian pear slices
Raspberry Vinaigrette
Dinner
served Buddakan style (similar to family style)
Apricot Glazed Chicken Breast over
Orzo with shallots, leeks & onions
Black & White Sesame Encrusted Tilapia with Mango Salsa over
Long Grain and Wild Rice pilaf
Filet Mignon with Reduced Garlic Brandy sauce over
Smashed Red Bliss & Yukon Gold potatoes
Blanched Asparagus
Sauteed Bok Choy & Spinach with garlic
Assorted fresh baked breads & butter
Dessert
Wedding Cake
MMmmmmmmmmm………
December 4, 2007
This past Saturday was my 2nd shower. It was simply amazing! Aunt Becky and Aunt Karen really out did themselves. Decorations coordinating with the Breakfast at Tiffany’s theme were everywhere. Tons of little blue boxes and Tiffany blue and white ornaments, candles & fabric. Even the food coordinated! Pictures of Rob & I were subtly scattered around the house. As people introduced themselves, they were invited to share an amusing story or memory about me (or us). It was fun to hear what people remembered over the years. Apparently my mom never knew about that flour fight….
Thank you to everyone who came!! I felt SO special and loved. Thank you to the wonderful hostesses! I had the best time and sincerely appreciate all your hard work. You guys must have prepped for hours. Pictures to come!!
November 29, 2007
Well folks, it’s finally here. We are officially down to 1 month to go. Starting tomorrow, we’ll have “less than a month”. Wowzers. 1 month. It’s no longer plural – monthS – we’ve dropped a whole letter. Exactly 1 month from now, we will be enjoying a delicious dinner and lots of dancing. Are you SO excited?! I am. 
