wedding stuff

Planning a wedding is a lot more stressful and time consuming than I first thought it would be. I can't tell you how much time I've spent here at work looking up dj's, photographers, dresses, ideas for decorations & centerpieces, etc. online. (not to mention fiddling w/ our webpage: http://weddings.theknot.com/pwp/view/co_main.aspx?coupleid=3221172811850509)
PLUS, trying to find free weekends/weeknights to schedule appointments, dress fittings, and just plain setting aside extra time to make phone calls.
However, I must say that for JUST starting to SERIOUSLY plan late last month, we have pretty much stuff ready to go--or at least in the process of settling on things:
*DONE: color scheme, bridal party (inc. flower girl, ring bearer, & ushers), priest & church, reception site & catering, dress
*1/2 WAY THERE: guest list (needs 'tweaking'), dj, flowers (thank you sooo much Donna & Becky!), invitations (at least I THINK we know where we're going for them)
*NEEDS A BIT OF WORK: photographer (need to call around some more--any suggestions?), registering, bridesmaid dresses
Not too bad, if I do say so myself.
It is really exciting, though, despite the stress and time being poured into it. Denise (who got married in May) and Heather & Eric (who got married in June) all told me how much fun it is to plan, but you never really know until you actually DO start to plan.
I'm incredibly lucky, too, bc Dustin is being more supportive and helpful than I ever thought he would be. He's put in ideas, gave suggestions, good naturedly been dragged to appointments & stores, and turned things down that he didn't like. Honestly, I didn't think he'd be this into it, but I'm incredibly happy and proud that he is. Thanks honey! (oh i'm a nerd!)