Hello and welcome to the brand new HappyWeddingBlog.com. I was never entirely happy with the last design. I think this one is much better. All the information is still here, plus I've added some.

Like a tentative Schedule. This will be filled in more completely as we get things sorted out. We've got a trip down to Portland at the end of March to take care of wedding business, so there should be more information when we get back.

Also, if you haven't RSVPed yet and would like to, click on the RSVP link above.

And one last reminder about hotels: McMenamin's is very nearly full, so if you are hoping to stay there, you better get on it.

Let me know what you think of the redesign (if you like it, of course, if you don't kindly keep it to yourself… kidding!). You can do so by clicking on the Contact Us link above.

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I know updates have been thin on the ground around these parts but that's just because not a lot of movement has been happening on the planing front. This is mostly because at this point not a lot has to be happening right now. That will change soon.

It looks like the Friday night "Welcome" dinner has finally been nailed down. We're calling it a "Welcome" dinner because there will be no rehearsing going on and everyone is invited. It will be a picnic at Blue Lake park and should be lot's of fun.

On a more practical note, our room block at McMenamin's is filling up fast (and might be full all ready, by the time you read this), so if you think you want to stay there I'd jump on it sooner rather than later. Keep in mind we still have a block of rooms at the Sheraton, so if The Edgefield is full give them a call.

We've got a trip down to Portland planned in March to finalize some more plans so stay tuned.

Also, this web site will soon be completely redesigned, I've never been happy with it the way it stands now. But that will most likely have to wait till after we get back from Mexico!

Did I mention we are going to Mexico for our friends Jalene and Will's wedding? We are. You can congratulate them when you see them in August at our wedding. Just ask and I will be happy to point them out to you if you haven't met them.

That's all for now.

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We were down in Portland again this weekend to do some wedding stuff. We stayed at the Edgefield and had a grand time in the wine tasting room where you can sample many of their wines for a few bucks. Even picked up a few bottles for our selves.

Also, we had breakfast at the very tasty St. Honoré Boulangerie on Knob Hill in Portland proper. Outstanding pasteries and good coffee. If you find yourself in the neighborhood, be sure to check it out.

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Indeed, bienvenue! I am late on making my contribution to this, our outlet on all things Us.

First, all appreciation to everyone in our lives expressing support and well-wishes. It was truly a delight meeting the members of Ken's family who came out for Nick's Bar-Mitzvah. Shortly after, my sister's family arrived and briefly rubbed elbows with a few friends of ours and family of Ken's. It was a great precursor to how smashingly everyone is going to mesh at the wedding.

You are, of course, checking this site for details. They are as of yet, still rather nebulous - but this much is confirmed. Ken and I look forward to an intimate (read: small), casual, and fun evening shared with those closest in our lives.

As for speculative gossip, there's plenty of that. Two weekends ago we checked out the Attic at the Edgefield McMenamins Hotel.
It's not confirmed, but we've both envisioned the ceremony and reception happening in this space. It's a lovely vision. Ken and I love this hotelier - And we're goaling to stay at all of the McMenamins in and around Portland during our successive trips likely to take place in the next year. They're historical sites retouched with strange artistry and excellent hand-crafted beer. I'm really excited at the prospect of getting hitched in Portland if for no other reason than it gives us an excuse to return to the city. Portland has so much to offer as a destination. If/When we verify this as the location, we'll send out travel information on the city and surrounds. There's loads for everyone to do and discover in Seattle's sister NW city.

There will be more rumors posted, denied, and clarified. This will have to do for now. Cheers, All.

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Welcome to Ken and Irene's HappyWeddingBlog.com.

Yes, a wedding blog, because I'm that kind of geek.

We will use this space to update everybody on how the whole wedding planning thing is coming along and will post all pertinent information as we get closer to the actual event.

And when there is a date, we'll post that here too.

I'm sure Irene will be along soon to post her message of welcome.

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