Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Kansas Bridal Shower
Thursday, November 20, 2008
A Handy Map
http://aprilandtroy.weddingmapper.com
The map shows how to get to the church, the reception, and other local attractions!
Sunday, October 26, 2008
We've Registered! You Can Start Shopping!
We made an effort to choose a variety of items that we need and want. Some items are fun and some are serious needs. We thought it might be helpful to point out a few things that we really really need.
Luggage
Iron
Bedding
All Dinnerware
Doghair Vacuum
Sunday, September 21, 2008
The Wedding Party
Matron of Honor:
Nicole Foster, my sister and best friend in the universe!
Bridesmaids:
Stephanie Hirsch, my forever friend from graduate school at Oklahoma State, now living in Houston.
Jamie Gant, roommate and friend from graduate school, now living in Oklahoma.
Courtney Ratliff, wonderful friend, now a social worker in the Air Force, stationed in North Carolina.
Tina Mounts, my first and most awesome friend in Dallas.
Best Man:
Dyron Taylor, long time friend from Georgetown, TX. Best man and friend. PBFL.
Best Man 2:
Connie Miller, brother to the groom and good friend.
Groomsmen:
Jayson Clark, long time friend from Georgetown.
Chris Miller, nephew, although more like a little brother.
Wesley Jones, long time friend from Georgetown.
Flower Girl:
Leslie Boulware, Troy's adorable niece. She is going to be soooo beautiful coming down the aisle!
Ring Bearer:
Domanic Wood, April's sweet nephew. He is so cute about being in the wedding! I think he finally decided it would be okay to carry just the ring and not a sword!
Ushers:
Derek Foster, April's awesome nephew and kindred spirit.
Isaiah Strong, Troy's smart and funny nephew.
These guys are just about exactly the same age, size, and personality! I can't wait to see them together!
Friday, June 13, 2008
Where to Stay? I've Hooked You Up!
The Magnolia Hotel (Best location and accommodations!)
http://www.magnoliahoteldallas.com/
Queen or Double Queen rooms for $119.00
One Bedroom Suite for $179.00
For Reservations: call 1-888-915-1110; by email at dalres@magnoliahotels.com and refer to Bertram/Miller Wedding
To book online: http://www.magnoliahoteldallas.com/; Go to make a reservation - enter dates and put the following code under the GROUP CODE : BER/MIL+
Must reserve before February 10th
Rate Includes: Hot breakfast buffet, evening reception, bedtime milk and cookies snack
Renaissance Dallas (Just off Interstate 35, nice accommodations)
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/dalbr-renaissance-dallas-hotel/?groupCode=bmwbmwa&app=resvlink
Standard Room for $99.00
For Reservations : call 1 (800) 468-3571 and refer to Bertram/Miller Wedding
Book online at link above.
Must reserve before February 26th
Hilton Garden Inn - Market Center (Just off Interstate 35)
http://hiltongardeninn.hilton.com/en/gi/hotels/index.jhtml;jsessionid=A5RRF2D23UGICCSGBIV2VCQ?ctyhocn=DALMAGI
Single/Double Room for $89.00
For Reservations: call 1-877-782-9444 and refer to Bertram/Miller Wedding or group code 331893
Book online at link above.
Must reserve before February 19th
Please let me know if you have any questions or need advice about which hotel might best meet your needs!
Sunday, May 4, 2008
Reception at the City Club!
Sunday, April 13, 2008
And The Big Day Will Be . . .
Engagement Photos
Our awesome engagement photos can be seen at our snapfish group http://troyandaprilswedding.snapfish.com/snapfish
room code: miller
They aren't all on the page yet, but I'll be adding more soon!
(You can also add your own photos of the wedding or shower to the group!)
Thursday, March 6, 2008
Monday, February 18, 2008
No Blood On My Beautiful Diamond!!
"Our Source of Diamonds
We comply with the Kimberley Process and require all our trade suppliers of diamonds and diamond jewelry to provide us with a warranty that they do not supply us with conflict diamonds.
The warranty is as follows:"For any product fabricated from rough diamonds mined from January 1, 2003 onward, the seller warrants that the diamonds have been purchased from legitimate sources not involved in funding conflict and are in compliance with United Nations Resolutions. The seller hereby guarantees that the diamonds are conflict free, based on personal knowledge and/or written guarantees provided by the supplier of these diamonds."
Yippie! Blood diamonds are no good, friends!!
Sunday, February 17, 2008
The Story of Our Engagement
On February 14, 2008, Troy and I were engaged! Here's our story!
I wasn't hoping to do much for Valentine's Day - Troy and I had spent the previous weekend in New Orleans for a conference where I was presenting. We'd spent a lot of money and ate too much, so I was okay with just taking it easy for Valentine's. He wanted to go out to eat, though, so we got reservations at one of our favorite spots, Via Real in Las Colinas.
Before dinner, I really wanted to take a nap. So, when Troy came to my apartment after he got off work early, I was a little annoyed. I needed a nap! I told him I was going to bed and he could watch t.v. until I got up to get ready. He asked me to give him a hug before I went to bed, so I did (with a little attitude). During the hug, he acted like he dropped something. Then he got down on one knee and got the ring out of his pocket. I was so surprised, I started hugging him and screaming; I could hardly hear him ask me to marry him! Of course, I said yes!
Troy really surprised me! He had picked out the ring without any input from me - just the way I wanted it! And, he did a great job! The ring is beautiful! Troy also had called my mom and dad to ask for permission - that really impressed my family!
I'm so excited and I know Troy is too. On the other hand, engagement might make him sick - he woke up Friday morning with the flu! :)