Hotels

We're not sure how many folks are looking for hotels when they come to DC for the wedding. We have not reserved rooms but want to let you know what hotels are in the area. The closest hotels are the Washington Marriott Wardman Park and the Omni Shoreham Hotel. They are steps from the Woodley Park Metro Station and about 7 blocks from the wedding venue. They have rooms starting at $160/night but priceline.com might find a better deal. Also, we've heard great things about the Dupont Circle Hilton and Georgetown Holiday Inn. They are a little further from the venue, but still pretty close. Please note that the Georgetown Holiday Inn is not metro accessable. There are also guest houses in the 20008 area and even some b & b's. Send us an email if you'd like any more information about the area: shannonfburns (at symbol) yahoo (dot) com.

Rings

The rings have arrived and Chris and I are really happy with them. They are aircraft grade titanium with bands of Mokume-gane (木目金) which is a mixed-metal laminate with distinctive layered patterns. Literally translating as "wood eye metal", the name was borrowed from one type of pattern created in the forging of swords and other edged weapons (thanks wikipedia). Mine has a band of palladium, silver and green gold and Chris's has a band of red, white and yellow gold. Titanium feels very warm to wear and somehow feels soft.

Licensed to Wed

Chris and I went down to the DC Marriage Bureau (aka the most romantic place in the district) and registered to get married. This is the sign that greeted us on the fourth floor:



The marriage office is the last office, past the domestic violence court, past the child abuse court, past the child support division.

Kids

Hi. Folks are asking if kids can come to the wedding. Sure, says Chris and I. The caterers have a sitting service. We'll rent out a classroom at the school and order pizza for the kiddos--we're only expecting five or six kids. We're planning on a short ceremony, so there shouldn't be too much time for fidgetings. Let us know if you'd rather have the kids seated for dinner--just so we can get a correct head count. More updates to come.