Today, Sydney buses went on strike.
My colleagues mentioned that from where they commute, traffic was actually better without the buses.
And then a very wise observation; "Now if only the 4WD's go on strike too!"
I whooped in agreement.
I've come back to the office today and folks have been asking me if marriage has changed me.
Given that I've only been married a little more than a week, I've this to say - YES! I'm much fatter now than I was a week ago.
Already regretting my lack of slimmerising diet (fat face, fat arms, fat everything wedding photos), this constant round of eating is killing me. I'll soon be wearing a muu muu to work!
Both families agree - We have been eating too, too much... But will that stop us? Nope.
I have to acknowledge a number of identities.
Number 1 - God
Coz from Him comes the following...
- My parents who have raised me and given me everything I needed and then some; including my two brothers.
- My brothers, with whom I have a love-hate relationship. More love than hate. And the hate is more like the usual sibling peskiness.
- My sisters-in-law, one usher and the other a last-minute matron of honour... Thanks, gals!
- My friends, especially those who came specially across continents, to attend my wedding.
- My church friends, who had unselfishly given up their time to help make my wedding in church really classy.
- And my in-laws, who have lovingly accepted me into their family.
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Suppliers
Fashion & Beauty
- Church gown - Leigh Tang of Paris Bridal on John Street in Cabramatta
- Bling dress - 上雅 boutique on the bridal street in Guangzhou
- Hair - A $45 blow-dry job at Gorgeous Hair & Body in Eastgardens Westfield
- Makeup - $92 product purchase with a free makeover at Napoleon in Eastgardens Westfield
- Bridal heels - Aldo, Eastgardens Westfield
- Flowers - Janina at Royal Randwick
Venues
- Church - St Mary's the Virgin on Birrell Street, Waverley
- Reception - Heritage Rooms in the Shangri La at the Rocks
Photography
My brothers, professionally known as Ambient Lights
I love my gown. Love it. If I can wear it to the office, I will. That's how much I love it.
The inspiration for my gown was Monique Lhuillier. Actually, it was parts of three ML designs. The bolero from her Fall 2007 bridal collection, the ML Scarlett train and the overall structure of the one that Katie Holmes had on for the Bambi Awards in Germany.
- The tea ceremony dress cost me about $30 for fabric & accessories and no end of stress. But I love the colours.
- My gown... What can I say? I love it, love it, love it. All up it cost about $500 and several trips to Cabramatta where I practised no wedding diet. Thanks, Leigh!
- The bling has been my juicy secret since my trip to Guangzhou with Mum. Less than $100. Excluding airfare & accommodation :o)
- And a last-minute outfit. It had been a gift from my mum-in-law to Mum. Mum thought it would be nice for me to surprise everyone with it at the reception. And I did.
Coz I sure do to D1.
