THANK. YOU.

"Nothing is so fatiguing as the eternal hanging on of an uncompleted task." ~William James

At this point, I am considering myself insane.  Why? Because of the torture I have been putting myself through since getting back from the honeymoon.  One that gives me nightmares and lives in the back of my mind at all times, creeping up into other thoughts and shattering moments of peace with a scream that doesn't hold back.  A traditionally brutal practice, familiar to brides/new moms/graduates everywhere.

The Thank You note.

No, friends, they have not gone out yet.  I know that etiquette is on my side on this one, claiming that I have a year to get them out.  But just like every other wedding detail being tackled by brides everywhere, that timeline is null and void.  This is 2010, people.  A time where the pressure is great (hello, wedding blogs), the competition is fierce, and everyone is freaking getting married.  No one "takes their time" with anything anymore.  It's get it done done done. (Hey- you know when you type/write/say a word a lot and it starts to look or sound funny? That just happened with "done." So strange.) Does no one procrastinate anymore?



Running to check Facebook.

I used to be in good company.  During the days of homework, I surrounded myself with people who also put papers off 'til the last minute.  People who also found it crucial to watch "just one more" episode of Friends, make another cup of tea, or chat. I always admired those who tackled their work with vigor, completing their work in a timely manner with diligence and focus. But they were the MINORITY. Comfortable with this way of life, I entered into The Bride Zone.  Suddenly, there was no time to waste.
"Have you done this yet?"
"You check this off your list?"
"Are you completely finished planning your wedding, everything paid, all DIY with six months to spare?"

No.

Now, I made it through relatively unscathed. With head held high, details came together and people showed up in order to have a pretty awesome wedding.
Now, I just have to thank them.
Sigh.
Don't get me wrong- I'm not sighing because I must express my gratitude to all involved and the loving, wonderful people who blessed us with gifts and help. I've been wanting to do that since before the wedding. It's just the project I've made it into (please refer to my prior post about projects).
Armed with paper, papercutter, glue, envelopes, fancy pen, and pictures to include (finally), all I have left to do is put it all together and write personal, heartfelt messages in each and every one.
"Have you written your Thank Yous yet?"
No.
But I will.
By August.
;)

"The best way to get something done is to begin." ~Author unknown