Who Knew?

@DianneN (247186)
United States
November 7, 2016 10:15am CST
Last year at this time I was clomping around Turkey. Yesterday I went shopping for a bridal gown for my future daughter-in-law. Who knew then, that so much would happen in the course of one year? Yesterday's adventure began at my son's house, where Maddie, her mother, sister and I met. We drove to the bridal shop, which happened to be in my brother's swanky town. My son stayed with my husband, so I could have my first day out with the girls in months. We were welcomed with champagne, chose a variety of wedding gowns with Maddie, and she tried them all on. She looked beautiful in each, but the second one was stunning. She ordered it, and we toasted with champagne. I won't dare share it with you now! Fortunately, I knew a great restaurant in the town, so I treated us all to luncheon with more drinks! We had a wonderful day. We will have a beautiful bride in 11 months minus one day, wearing a magnificent bridal gown!!!
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@much2say (55498)
• Los Angeles, California
7 Nov 16
My goodness she found a dress so quickly! Well good that you then had more time to enjoy the rest of the girls day out all relaxed as that was one off the checklist now. I'm sure she will look absolutely stunning!!
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@much2say (55498)
• Los Angeles, California
7 Nov 16
@DianneN That's neat she picked out your favorite - see, I told you you have good taste ! Oh yes, it does help to have a shop work with you to find exactly what you want - and I'm glad she did!
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
7 Nov 16
@much2say The one who helped her was gorgeous and so nice. First off, you have to give an estimate of how much you want to spend. I couldn't believe the prices, myself. Glad I'm not getting married! Lol!
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
7 Nov 16
The shop was conducive to finding the right dress. Each was so beautiful. I'm happy she chose my personal favorite! I can't wait for everyone to see it!!!!!
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@1hopefulman (45120)
• Canada
8 Nov 16
Great that you found just the right dress. We hope to see a picture after the wedding. Congratulations!
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@1hopefulman (45120)
• Canada
8 Nov 16
@DianneN Can't wait to see some pictures!
@DianneN (247186)
• United States
8 Nov 16
She will be a gorgeous bride! Thank you!
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• United States
7 Nov 16
Wow awesome she found her lovely dress on the first day of shopping! Sounds very exciting! Next off shoes? :)
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
7 Nov 16
She had lots of beauties from which to choose. Deciding on the one she chose was a no brainer. Trunk show in April for the rest, and more champagne
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• United States
7 Nov 16
@DianneN Hehe yay! Sounds exciting one step closer
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
7 Nov 16
@infatuatedbby That was a giant step, along with getting the venue.
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@Tampa_girl7 (50168)
• United States
8 Nov 16
The wedding day will be upon you in a flash.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
8 Nov 16
I can believe that! I need a dress, too!
@hostessman (11871)
• Tucson, Arizona
8 Nov 16
@DianneN sounds like a good time was had by all of the ladies..sound like you may have needed a non-drinking driver..
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
8 Nov 16
Her mom drove, and that was mild drinking spread out over many hours.
• United States
7 Nov 16
You were lucky to find one so fast. Continued good luck to you all.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
7 Nov 16
Very lucky, indeed! The shop was awesome as were all of the gowns. Thanks!
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
8 Nov 16
@ElizabethWallace Unfortunately, our luck has been zilch this year. I'm thrilled she found a gown and that I didn't jinx her. Lol!
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• United States
8 Nov 16
@DianneN I think being lucky is a wonderful attribute to have.
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@AmbiePam (92355)
• United States
7 Nov 16
That sounds heavenly. I'm so glad you got to go out!
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
7 Nov 16
It was wonderful, and getting out did me a world of good.
@LadyDuck (471217)
• Switzerland
8 Nov 16
Shopping for the bridal gown is a magic moment. I still remember when I choose mine.
@jaboUK (64354)
• United Kingdom
7 Nov 16
That was great that you got a day out with the girls - you deserved it.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
7 Nov 16
Thank you. I loved it, too.
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@amadeo (111938)
• United States
7 Nov 16
Shopping done.Not to get on with other things there.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
7 Nov 16
Yes, many things still to do!
@JudyEv (339295)
• Rockingham, Australia
7 Nov 16
What a great day this would have been after all the stuff you have been through.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
7 Nov 16
Thank you! It truly was a wonderful time and so invigorating!
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@Daljinder (23236)
• Bangalore, India
7 Nov 16
So the date has been finalized for the wedding, huh? Congratulations!
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
7 Nov 16
Yes, a few months ago. That should always be the first step - finding a venue and then setting the date. Thank you! We are thrilled!
@NJChicaa (119501)
• United States
7 Nov 16
That's great that she found a dress! And I'm happy to hear that you had a wonderful day together.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
7 Nov 16
Thank you! What a relief!
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
7 Nov 16
Glad to hear that she found the perfect gown and looks stunning in it. Sounds like you had a nice day out with the ladies. I am so happy for all of you.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
7 Nov 16
It was a great day if I have to say so myself!
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@SIMPLYD (90722)
• Philippines
8 Nov 16
I can imagine you girls , having a grand time watching the future daughter-in-law fitting all those that you have all chosen for her to fit .
@rebelann (112770)
• El Paso, Texas
8 Nov 16
It sounds like you had a lot of fun, good for you.
@moffittjc (121540)
• Gainesville, Florida
8 Nov 16
Sounds like you girls had a fun day! I wish somebody would take me shopping with champagne!
@just4him (317040)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
8 Nov 16
I'm glad you had a wonderful day and found a stunning gown. Looks like I need to wait 11 months minus one day for pictures of it, probably longer as you won't be posting anything the day of the wedding.
@Jenning (2016)
• Nigeria
8 Nov 16
Indeed. The excitement can be seen. It's gonna be a blast.
@responsiveme (22926)
• India
8 Nov 16
Hers to an exciting journey of wedding preparations.