I do? No, thank you: Meet the Eternal Bachelors from around the World

Run for office?  No.  I’ve slept with too many women.  I’ve done too many drugs, and I’ve been to too many parties. 

This could easily be the mantra for any stereotypical, unmarried man and rightfully so.  Especially when one finds out, it came from today’s most notorious, eligible bachelor, George Clooney.  Clooney – like all eternal bachelors – has one distinctive trait that separates him from a world of commonality.  He’s never found a girl who moved him enough to answer the Beyoncé call to “put a ring on it,” and oddly enough, it is the same trait that can ring commonality to a list filled with of philosophers, artists, political leaders, media personalities and scientists.  Whether they didn’t see the point, were too focused on other goals or simply weren’t the marrying kind, one thing is for certain; the noteworthy men on this list are just as famous for what they did as for what they didn’t… get hitched, of course!

While Mr. Clooney may be the most recognizable solo act today, he is by no means a pioneer of wedding day.  Dating all the way back to the 15th Century, Michelangelo, a true Renaissance man, made it distinguishingly obvious that his work, which includes some of the most renowned masterpieces in history, was all the fulfillment he needed.  Instead of marrying a wife who would bear him a great brood, Michelangelo painted, sculpted, engineered and crafted his offspring all on his own, as he considered each piece one of his children.

This poetic attachment to art could also be the reasons behind why men like Sir Joshua Reynolds, an influential painter who was among the founders of the Royal Academy or Henri de Toulouse-Latrec, a provocative French post-impressionist never married.  One might even consider it to be a theme in the art world, as Vincent von Gogh, famed for his vibrantly colored, emotion inducing works, also chose to never get on one knee for lady.  (This may or may not have also been affected by the bouts of anxiety, mental illness and ear chopping… just a thought.)

Famed artists, Vincent van Gogh and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec never married. (Photos Courtesy of Google Images)

Regardless of the reason, however, it seems many influential bachelors are often times more defined by their love of work, rather than their love of family.  Take for instance, the great brains of Sir Isaac Newton, considered by many to be one of the most influential men in history, Ludwig van Beethoven, a brilliant German composer and pianist and Blaise Pascal, both a physicist and philosopher who were all infamous for throwing themselves into their work.  Marriage must seem insignificant when compared to discovering gravity or composing, conducting and performing some of the world’s most powerful music… while deaf.

President James Buchanan is the only US president who never took the plunge. (Photo Courtesy of Google Images)

No matter what, there seems to be a definite correlation between a man’s ability to plunge head first into work and not down the aisle.  Even in the political world, generally depicted with a picturesque, nuclear family, there are a number of men vetoing marriage.  President James Buchanan not only remains the only U.S President to come out of Pennsylvania, but he is also the only one to never get married.  He is not, however, the only politician.  Among some of the other elected officials to populate Single Town are Ralph Nadar, a political activist who’s made a name for himself running for president and Ed Koch, U.S. congressman and former Mayor of New York City. 

It just doesn't seem right for the "Sexiest Man Alive" not to get married and make babies! Share the wealth, George! (Photo Courtesy of Google Images)

It seems every walk of life has a laundry list of bachelors filling it, but none more notably, than the one good ‘ole George Clooney represents – the entertainment world.  Fellow actor and multiple Academy Award winner, Al Pacino ranks among the top of the list of men who have never married and is accompanied by the likes of comedian and television host, Bill Maher, as well as 80’s pop icon, Billy Idol.  Apparently, for him, it was NOT “a nice day for a white wedding.”

Add comment December 21, 2009

*I Doooo… Not: Famous Women Who Never Married

Spice Girls: Girl Power's Finest (Photo Courtesy of Google Images)

Who said it’s every little girl’s lifelong dream to get married?  Liars, that’s who.  Several women – many prominent in finesse, historically altering by design and refined through their presence –  have found solace outside the confines of marriage.  Girl Power! (I can’t ever seem to say that without being British) at its finest, the list of women to evade the altar includes everyone from nuclear physicists and women’s rights activists to haute couture fashion designers and media moguls.  They’re a group that is as eclectic as they are iconic and legendary for not only what they do, but who they choose not to do it with.

Even in “the days of Yore” when it was practically mandated for every woman to marry, several ladies chose to go against the grain.  Among the first and most remarkable is Joan of Arc, who chose sainthood and war heroism over nuptials and newlywed bliss.  She scoured battlefields, instead of dishes and made it quite obvious that God was the only man for her.  Considered the national heroine of France, Joan of Arc proved that behind every good man – or in this case, and army of men – is an even better woman, but not always vice versa.

Joan of Arc + the "Virgin Queen" Elizabeth I (Photos Courtesy of Google Images)

And she wasn’t the only historical figure to choose valor over vows.  Perhaps among the most influential and noteworthy would be Elizabeth I of England.  Better known as the Queen Elizabeth, she reigned over an entire nation without, despite many attempts to force her hand, the matrimonial backing of a man.  Elizabeth I was courted by several suitors, and while speculation on her non-nuptial lifestyle are still debated, it was quite clear she was nowhere near as concerned with marriage as the population surrounding her, which is the same sentiment shared by many other of her eminent successors. 

Fashion Icon, Coco Chanel (Photo Courtesy of Google Images)

Civil and women’s rights activist, Susan B. Anthony and the celebrated nuclear physicist, Lise Meitner were two others that poo-poo’ed the thought of marriage.  Not to mention inspiration revolutionary, Helen Keller, iconic fashion pioneer, Coco Chanel and Nobel Peace Prize recipient, Jane Addams… all of which never heard the wedding bells chime.  (Probably because they were too busy making a difference – duh!)

There were also a number of critically acclaimed authors, hailed for their abilities to evoke passion and spark debate through their literary works, who chose a pen and paper as more suitable companions than a man.  Still found in every classroom, library and literary timeline around the world, Jane Austen, Emily Dickinson, Louisa May Alcott, as well as the Brontë sisters, Emily and Anne, never took the plunge.

Oprah Winfrey... as if it even needed a caption (Photo Courtesy of Google Images)

Not taking “the plunge,” however, can sometimes cause just as much of a splash as taking it would, especially this day in age.  With the media at an all time explosive high, women like political activist Condoleeza Rice and Academy Award winning actress, Diane Keaton are sometimes thrown unwanted scrutiny for their choice not to marry, but no one, honestly NO ONE, has been debated about over her choice not to marry than Oprah Winfrey.  The woman practically wrote the book on how-to-be-a-success story, and she did it all without taking vows.

After years of being the face of day time TV, Oprah has been known to shine the light on the topic of herself.  Almost laughingly, she can joke about how even after countless awards, innumerable life changing interviews and incalculable donations, there are still people who still could view her as incomplete because she never towed the line and took the vows.  It’s alright Oprah, even if you never marry, I can think of about one billion reasons you’ll never be left wanting.  Go ahead with your bad self, girl… go… a… head!

2 comments December 18, 2009

Marriage, No Longer Just a Human Sanctity: People Who Say “I Do” to Inanimate Objects

In youth, many children find solace in “loving” inanimate objects.  They love their new box of crayons.  They love their stuffed bear, Chuckles.  They even love their favorite brand of cereal.  Regardless of what children choose to love, there is one age old question that inevitably follows each emphatic declaration: “If you love (fill in the blank) so much, why don’t you marry it?!”

As it turns out, this is a much more serious question than one might think.  So serious, in fact, that recently, a woman did just that.  Suffering from a disorder commonly referred to as objectum-sexuality or OS, Amy Wolfe of Pennsylvania found comfort in marrying an object rather than a human. (No need to read it again.  You heard me right.)

Originally brought to the forefront over a decade ago when Eija-Riitta Berliner-Mauer, an animated woman from Liden, a small town in northern Sweden, married the Berlin Wall (I strongly recommend you view her Web site to reeeeally appreciate this phenomenon), OS has since started to take hold of others.  Because people with OS often express strong feelings of love, passion, attraction and commitment towards manmade structures, they find it incredibly natural to bind themselves eternally to them. 

Berliner-Mauer even speaks of the Berlin Wall as any other woman would her own husband.   Using terms like “we” and “our,” she asserts her now “retired” husband (aka the Berlin Wall) and she neither one like to travel and are still as much in love today as the first day they met.  (Again, no need to re-read.)

Wolfe, the most recent OS case – who appropriately changed her surname to Weber, after the manufacturer of her main squeeze – began courting her love, an eighty foot gondola ride 1001 Nachts, when she was thirteen years old.  Claiming she was instantaneously attracted to “him,” her love for 1001 Nachts has motivated her to take him “for a spin” over 3,000 times and painstakingly make the 160 mile round trip to visit at least ten times annually.

Against all odds (and several judgmental critics), Wolfe stands by her decision and “man,” declaring to share a relationship that is both physically and spiritually fulfilling.  She doesn’t even get angry when other people ride him!  I mean, really… if that doesn’t say true love… I don’t know what does! 

Oh, and did I mention that this isn’t just any fairground ride… it’s a giant magic carpet.  Increds, I know.  Therefore, I’m handing in my official nomination that “A Whole New World” be their song de jure.  Corny?  Maybe.  Fitting?  AB-SO-STINKIN-LUTELY!

2 comments December 16, 2009

Our Aruba Ariba Honey*Swoon*: Nautical Newlyweds at their Finest!

I’m baaaaaack!  And there’s no need to say it… I know you missed me – hehe!  The honeymoon – or as I have officially dubbed it: the honeyswoon – was AHHH to the MAAAZING!  The Mister and I had the most fabulous time and would like to applaud not only the entire island of Aruba but the wonderful people who make it such a magical place.  After a week in paradise, it was clear that the enchantment of the island was a direct relection of the people call it home.  They made it very easy to make each day the BEST day of our vacation, and for that I would like to respectfully extend a nod of my head, tip of my hat and one big standing ovation in your direction.

We stayed at the Aruba Marriott Resort and spent the majority of our days lounging about soaking up the sun, sucking down the “Aruba Aribas” and straight BLASTIN!  Below are some of my favorite honeymoon pics!  And be on the lookout for Friday’s post… where I will feature photos from our favorite night out on a little extravaganza known as the Kukoo Kunuku!

Just our view everyday... rough, I know!

Yep, that's the water.

Pretty lights inside the casino!

Just hanging out with iguanas... we named this one Antonio, for his studly nature.

I mean really?? The WATER!

I mean really?? The VIEW!!

Purrrty flowers :)

And last, but certainly not least… my favorite picture from the trip… Tan Man doing his best impression of a Sports Illustrated swimsuit model – haha!

Tanner doing "the Tyra!"

10 comments December 14, 2009

Facebook: Yes, It’s Really Reached THAT Level

I’ll say it.  I’m an avid Facebooker.  In fact, I’m one of the original (self proclaimed “founding”) members.  Making its debut during my sophomore year of college, I was amongst the first to jump on board.  I’ve been around so long, in fact, I can remember when FB only allowed each of its members ONE profile picture, ONE info page and limited access to email and wall posts… period… that’s it… end ‘o’ story. 

The Facebook of Yore had no bells.  It had no whistles.  Junior high kids and Great Aunt Margie’s weren’t allowed in and there sure as heck was no room for photo albums, mini (or mega) applications, Mafia Wars, Marshmallow Peep Exchanges or anything else of that nature.  It was an exclusive club with minimal attractions… and I liked it.

And while I still loaf it today, I’d be lying if I said what I signed up for all those years ago, even remotely compares to the modern day Facebooking Frenzy.  These days, you (or your 13 year old cousin and Great Aunt Margie, for that matter) can do just about anything, find just about any one and more overly, keep tabs on all of the above – pending security setting, of course… giving proof that my Senior year report, strategically titled: Facebook: Giving Hope to Stalkers Everywhere was a truth ahead of its time. 

Perhaps some of you are thinking that “stalker” is too strong of a word, but I’m afraid I’d have to call your bluff.  Because if you’ve ever called up a friend to question a status update that came across your News Feed for confirmation OR looked up a current man’s ex-girlfriends just to compare hottness levels OR used the term “Facebook Offish” OR (my personal favorite) if you’ve ever found yourself out on the town and run into someone you “think” you know, only to realize you recognize them because you’ve seen them post several things on a someone else’s Wall… please know, you’re not alone, and it’s okay. 

Case ‘n’ point: my Mister proposed to me on a Tuesday.  I updated my relationship status on Wednesday, and by Thursday, my wall had already generated 76 (yes, 76!) congratulatory posts.  Yep, George Orwell was right, Big Brother IS watching; it’s just that sometimes he comes shaped as your bored friends and family members, perusing through Facebook when they should be working.  Haha!  But – for cereal – I’d be lying, if I didn’t say I revel in all the excitement and well wishes!  It’s an amazing tool to keep in touch with old friends and share pictures from the latest and greatest adventures. It’s a place to swap recipes, create groups, invite friends and join clubs.  It’s increds! 

But sometimes I wonder if its status is getting a little too increds… perhaps a little too important.  Take this couple, for example, who made it a part of their wedding ceremony!  Too and much.

Add comment December 4, 2009

Wedding Photo Booth (& Day) Success… YES!

I’m baaaaack!  I know you all missed me – it’s inevitable when you reach my level of fabulosity.  Haha!  For cereal, though, I’m super excited to announce that this is my first official post as THEE Mrs. Dietz, and in a word, I’m pumped!  The Mister and me’s wedding day went off without a hitch (okay, there were “hitches” but who cares???), and it has easily over taken all previous days and captured the ultra elusive spot as my most favorite day ever!!  I’m head over heels with gratitude for all the ahhh to the mazing work everyone did in order to make it happen!  So, thank you!  Thank you!  THANK YOU for all your over the top support and effort!  It truly means the world!

Now, let’s get down to all the juicy deets, shall we?  One of the best parts of our wedding was the photo booth we set at our reception.  We successfully (and by “we” I mean the Fabulous Jessika Feltz Photography Team!) launched the most ultimate photo arena this side of the Miss’ippi, and I suspect that many others will want to follow suit.  Photo booths, honestly, are one of the best and easiest ways to get your guests involved, as well as capture wedding day memories (and advice) that would’ve otherwise been lost!

While the Mister and I toyed with the idea of renting a photo booth for the big day, we couldn’t be happier that we altered the plans slightly and had a “prom posing” picture taking area set up instead.  Fit with a white backdrop, perfect lighting, ridiculous props and a white board for special messages, this über unique section of the reception produced some seriously incredible (and outrageous) results.  Here are some that I dug the most!

My Sister-in-Law with her SILs and the infamous bedazzled jean jacket!

Three of my little cousins - showing off their inner rockstars!

One of my bridesmaids with her hubby, brother and mom - what a fam!

Haha! My Mister with my co-workers! Classic!

My new In-Laws, sporting their ultimate saying, "Yes, my love!"

Yep, just me, some friends and one killer mousstachio - sheer perfection!

A group of friends showing off their Sunday Best - haha!

The Mister & Me with our fabulous photogs - Jessika & Jimmy Feltz! (Oh! And Arnold - long story)

My uncle sporting the gag gift Tan Man got him for Christmas one year - increds!

Me with my two brothers - wow, what a trio!

4 comments December 2, 2009

Hit Her ‘Baby One More Time’: Are Wedding Bells (Yet Again) Ringing for Britney?

For cereal, how can you not love her? (Photo Courtesy of Google Images)

Oh, Brit, I’d be lying if I said I didn’t love ya… heck, even when I should’ve been shouting, “Show me less!” I still found myself hollering “Gimme More!”  I’ve been a professionally devoted fan from the get, and even when you spent your free time shaving your head (which I claimed was your way of eliminating black roots), breaking umbrellas on sides of cars (‘practicing’ for that ‘role’), flashing your south of the border business to the stalker-razzi (on what I still peg to be your laundry day), flopping around shoeless in gas station bathrooms (obvi the hardest for me to swallow – ’cause that’s just gross!) and fannying about in every rehab this side of the Miss’ippi… I always held out hope, my dear, that you would bounce back…

And bounce back, Ms. Spears, is exactly what you did.  Nearly five years after the opening act of your one woman failblog.org show – can anyone say K Fed, geeesh – you’ve risen up from the ashes, and proven once again, that even though your life may be a Circus, you’ve still – boop-boop-ee-doop – GOT IT!  With two beautiful babies, an unbelievably successful tour, the assumption of a drug free lifestyle, rockin’ abs and a handsome manager / boyfriend, it appears that girl who once tried to give it all away, has rightfully regained her spot back on top… and this bride-to-be couldn’t be prouder! 

Spears + Trawick sharing a laugh (Photo Courtesy of Google Images)

However, why oh why, amongst all this rekindled success did you feel the need to propose (yet again) to your manager / boyfriend, Jason Trawick?  I mean, come on now, Brit.  Didn’t some sort of bell go off inside your head, warning you this just might not be the best of ideas?  You were a Mouseketeer for sobbin’ out loud!  Where was Jiminy Cricket?

According to reports from news.com.au, Brit decided to stake her claim by proposing to her longtime beau / celebrity agent, Trawick, while on the Australian leg of her tour.  After arriving in town with Spears’ two sons, Trawick allegedly proved he is unfazed by the spectacle that can accompany a famed marriage by rejecting Britney’s proposal and reportedly left her feeling devastated.  It’s not that he’s not interested, it’s just that he doesn’t believe any marriage – famed or not –  is simply something anyone should enter into lightly – good for you, Jas! 

So, while I applaud you, Brit Brit, for not hardening your heart on the idea of marriage amongst the first two disasters I’ve decidedly named the Vegas Vortex and the K-Fed Flop, I don’t think it’s in your best interest to Rambo into anything just yet.  At the ripe “old” age of 27, you have more than plenty of time to ease into your next nuptials and plenty of time to enjoy it!

And let’s get real, I’m still secretly hoping that you and Justin Timber-Timber-Timberlake (who remembers that stud muffin’s beat boxin’?) will cut through all the BS, get back togeths, go back to their Mickey Mouse Club roots and get married in Cinderella’s palace… What?  I said it.  ’Cause THAT, my friends, would be happ-happ-happiest ever after of all!  Hehe!

(Photo Courtesy of Google Images)

1 comment November 25, 2009

Beautiful Wedding Photography: Is There Anything Better?

(Takes a minute to compose herself before writing…. <breath>… and ready!)

You’ll have to excuse the extra seconds I’ll be taking throughout this week to compose myself, but with less than a week to go before I’ll be Mrs. Tanner Dietz (aaaah!), I have found myself in a state of perpetual exhilaration!  And if you think I’m exaggerating – which I tend to do from time to time, hehe – you’d be seriously mistaken.  This has been the BEST time of my life.  It’s an uncanny combination of eager anticipation, calmed readiness and sheer enthusiasm that has my heart beating through my throat and out of my chest.  It’s like I want to laugh and cry all at the same time, and sometimes, depending on what part of the day I’m in, you just might catch me doing both.

To know that I’m officially making the best part of my day (aka Tanner) part of my every day is an incredible feeling, and to know that it’s merely days away from happening is even more exciting!  The joy surrounding the past months has been absolutely undeniable, and I just don’t think my heart could quite possibly be filled with any more love, thankfulness or hope than it is right now.

Actually, you want to know what it’s like?  It’s like I’m the Grinch at the end of the movie… you know the part where he still hears all the Hoos down in Hooville still celebrating Christmas even after he’d stolen all their stuff ?  As he listens, he can’t help but tear up, as his heart grows bigger and bigger and fills with more and more of the Christmas spirit.  For cereal, that’s my heart, and even though medically an enlarged heart doesn’t bode well for those who have it, I’m quite certain I could be the first medical miracle it who works it out.

I’m fully ready to do the work, because I know how much fun there is in store.  And over the course of the past several months, I’ve had the pleasure to come across other people in love who have also decided to tie the knot… and if you ask me, there’s nothing more amazing than to capture that love on film.  Below are some of my favorite wedding photos I’ve come across through out my planning.  Please enjoy!

Image Courtesy of Austin & Dara Photography

Photo Courtesy of Angelica Glass Photography

Photo Courtesy of Clayton Austin Photography

Photo Courtesy of James Christianson Photography

Photo Courtesy of Brooke Photography

Photo Courtesy of Jessika Feltz Photography

Photo Courtesy of Kelly Moore Photography

Photo Courtesy of Michael Norwood Photography

Photo Courtesy of Andrew Collings Photography

Add comment November 23, 2009

The Last Fling Before the Ring: Why Bachelorette Parties Bring all the Fabulous Fury

My Girlfriend, Dre, @ her Bachelorette - haha!

With just eight days to go until the “I do’s,” I must say it’s becoming extremely hard to focus… on anything.  Already fashioned with an A.D.D. brain, my spastic nature is wheeling out of control as the pre-nuptial era nears and end in order for the wifey stage to begin.  And nothing – and I mean nothing – could make me happier!  Well, that is, unless you factor in my Bachelorette Party!  Can I get a “whoop whoop!” up in here? 

This weekend, my beautiful maid of honor, Breanna Marie, is flying in from the Big Apple to spend a whole week soaking up the Midwest’s finest and quaffing any last minute deets with me.  And if you think for one second, we don’t plan on spending every last, ever lovin’ minute together, you’d be dead wrong!  Haha!  This is me bestie, people; you know, the one who used to decorate ribbed tanks in puffy paint and glitter, as we prepared for yet another NSYNC concert… I know.  You’re jealous… probably as jealous as my Mister, who I KNOW is PUMPED for a week long giggle and whisper fest :)

Coming in a town a week early, she’s also the culprit responsible for planning my bachelorette party, which is to take place at Fourth Street Live in Louisville, KY.  So, Kentucky-ians, prepare yourselves… for we only know one way to have fun, and that’s straight BLASTIN! 

Expected to be nothing short than pure pandemonium, I was told to dress in a dazzling white party dress (seen here) while the rest of the hoodlums are to stick to bright pink and black.  I love love love doing themes because a) it’s always fun to play dress up and b) it let’s everyone know we’re all together and we’re all awesome – haha!

I guess it’s the gathering of friends – more than anything – that has me so pumped.  As we get older and our calendars get fuller, it’s harder and harder to get together.  Bachelorette parties, however, provide one of the greatest reasons ever (i.e. the celebration of true loaf!) for all your favorite girls to get dolled up, decked out and let’s face it, party like rock stars.  So, I want to thank everyone in advance for coming and celebrating with me, and I forget to say it, I had the BEST time ever!  (A little early, but when you know, you just know.)

Heck, if I can have even half the fun that my girlfriend, the now Mrs. Barts (shown below), had at hers… I’ll consider myself the luckiest girl in the world!  

And if you’re planning an upcoming bachelorette party, Bachelorette.com and BachelorettePartyIdeas.com are both killer sites for ideas, games, party favors, décor and more!  The have themes that cover everything from mild and mellow to wild ‘n’ wooly!  So, not matter what, you’ll surely find something that just right!

Started out the day by renting a house boat - appropriately named - The Dirty Scoundrel. Haha, only us!

Then, we hit the town in our matching outfits!

And things "progressed" from there - love them all!

1 comment November 20, 2009

November 18 is National Tell People “I Love You” Day

*hugs and kisses not included but VERY much encouraged.

Even though I’m using the term “National” here rather loosely (and by loosely, I mean I’m the only person who’s actually declared anything – hehe), I still know beyond a shadow of a doubt that it’s oh-so important to say “I love you” to the people who mean the most. I’d even venture to say THE most important thing there is.

Today, I’m officially ten days away from my Mrs. debut, and while I couldn’t be more excited to celebrate mine and Tanner’s upcoming nuptials in front of all my favorite people, I’m afraid it’s not the only thing on my mind.  There have been several moments in the past couple of months – unfortunately - marked by bad news.  (Boo) 

Never any fun to hear, I figure bad news leaves people with two choices.  They can either a) dwell on it and let it take over or b) choose to become a better person from it.  This, of course, is the path I like to take.  I find it’s best to pray for the worst, hope for the best and live each and every day appreciating what I have… and I’m imploring you all to do the same!  And here’s why:

Optimism will eternally be more effective than pessimism.  It provides us with hopeful confirmation that ”everything (truly does) happen for a reason.”  Even when the cards we’re dealt aren’t our preference or anywhere near are number one choice, there’s always hope for a big turn on the river card or even a shot at another deal (poker, anyone?) 

Even the most awful moments - in their infinite wisdom – will serve a purpose, if given the chance.  Whether they’re meant to teach us a lesson, reaffirm our priorities, emphasize a greater appreciation for the good or simply just help us see more clearly, the lowest valleys are just as important as the highest peaks.

In the case of my bad news, I decided to become a better person by finding even more goodness in what I already have… like my mom, for instance, who has spent the last 11 months of her life being the BEST planner / assistant / helper / friend / mother / teacher I could’ve ever asked for.  Or my dad, whose excitement for the “big day” has made this journey an even more wonderfully memorable experience than I dreamed possible.  Or even my best friend, Bre, who – even though she lives in NYC – has spent countless hours listening, planning, sewing (that’s right, she created the flower girl dress!) and laughing from another phone line, because she knew it meant the world to have her there as my maid of honor.

And finally, (not finally finally, just for this post – duh!) I have found more goodness in my Mister, Tanner, who has made me feel loved every morning when I wake up and every night when I go to sleep.  He’s taught me patience and why it’s so important not to go to bed angry, and in this moment, seems more fitting than anything else.  Which is why I say to you, Mom, Papa, Bre, Tan Man, friends, family and anyone else reading this post, for that matter… from the bottom of my heart…

I LOVE LOVE LOVE YOU!

Add comment November 18, 2009

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