Facebook Wedding

25 May

In “Awkward Looking Wedding Photo” news: Mark Zuckerberg got married last weekend. They don’t have that ‘We’re so in love we don’t know what to do with ourselves‘ look. They’re not even showing teeth! Anyone have a pitchfork Mark can hold? We would have written this story right after it happened but we have to stick to a schedule here at WPE Headquarters. Sounds official, huh? Don’t think that we weren’t following the BILLION dollar mogul’s status and dipping into entertainment news websites and magazines to get our hard-hitting information. We’re like CNN around here. Okay, no we’re not.

Mark’s wife is no slacker. The two have been dating for an eternity. After watching “Social Network” I have no idea how anyone could stick with that guy. There’s someone for everyone. Geez, how about I gather up my daggers and put them back in storage. Where did that come from? Priscilla Chan-Zuckerberg just graduated from medical school (pediatrics) and Facebook went public – all in the same week.

Wedding Stats:

  • Mark – 28 yrs, Priscilla – 27 yrs.
  • Guest count: 100
  • Wedding location: Palo Alto, CA at Mark’s home. Details HERE.
  • Twist: Guests thought the party was to celebrate Priscilla’s graduation.
  • Billie Joe Armstrong (Green Day) may have performed. Thanks, TMZ. Video HERE.
  • Ring: “Very simple ruby” that Mark designed himself.

This gets me thinking: Would you marry someone for money?

-T

Source: Priscilla Chan’s Facebook Page

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Botox Barbie Blown-off. Cooper Quickly Cuts Conversation.

24 May

Today is DIY day, and I apologize for this having absolutely NOTHING to do with DIY. I swear I was diligently combing the net looking for a clever project to share with you, but got distracted watching this video.. I tried to work it into a DIY project, but just couldn’t pull it off.

So let’s scrap the DIY for this week and just enjoy watching how efficiently Cooper dismisses this ridiculous woman.  Seriously Barbie?! You GO, Anderson!!

What are your thoughts on the Human Barbie’s reasoning behind injecting her daughters with Botox? Did she honestly have her daughters’ interests at heart, or was she just trying to get her plastic face some publicity with this little stunt?

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Fat Armpits and Back Fat? Get Rid of It!

22 May

It’s happened to everyone. You’re getting ready to go. You’re having a great makeup day. Your hair turned out really good. Your dress fits perfectly. You take a last look in the mirror…Nice! Then you put your arms by your sides and turn sideways to check out the back view and WHAT??? What’s that pooch of fat squishing out above your bra in back? Oh. My. Gosh.

As you’re wondering how long that’s been there, you spin back around and notice the matching pooch that is poking out in front between your bra strap and your arm. What the hell?!!

Okay, you’ve got some choices here:

  • You can throw a sweater on and totally wreck the look of that cute little sleeveless you were gonna rock.
  • You can pretend you’re really tired and assume the yawn/stretch position alternating with the wow-it’s hot-I-need-to-pull-my-hair-back position to keep those arms from landing at your side. 
  • Or…you can firm those babies up with the below exercises.

Exercise for Bra bulge

To get rid of the little roll that spills over your bra strap in the back, try bent-over rows.

  • Stand next to a chair with a dumbbell in right hand.
  • Place left knee and hand on seat and extend right arm toward floor.
  • Bending elbow out to side, slowly bring weight up to chest.
  • Do two sets of 15 reps on each side.

    Photo Credit: Powered by Peanut Butter

Exercise for Underarm flab

Triceps respond fast to exercise so you could see a change in just a few weeks with triceps extensions.

  • Sit holding one dumbbell with both hands behind your neck by grasping the plate and wrapping your thumbs and pointer fingers around the hand grip.
  • Extend arms straight above your head, keeping elbows next to ears.
  • Lower the weight back down with control to the starting position to complete one rep.
  • Do two sets of 15 reps.

    Photo Credit: Spark People

Summer’s right around the corner. There will be clothes to buy, sun to soak, and fun to have.  Don’t let your bulges keep you from baring your arms. You could do these at your desk or while you’re at home watching The Bachelorette. Your arms will be gorge before you know it!

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Bridesmaids: How Do You Choose?

21 May

Choosing your bridesmaids. This is a tough subject. I’ve literally been sitting in front of my computer searching through Hulu to see what TV episodes I’ve missed. I’ve looked through wedding blogs (blah..same ol, same ol) and I’ve created some new files to keep my brain in order. This is what I do when I don’t know what to do.

When it comes to advice, I’m not one to seek it. In fact, if someone tells me what I should do, out of spite, I try the other way first. I’m a firm believer that everyone’s situation is different and there’s more grey area in this world than there is black and white. This is why I’m procrastinating.

If this is your first time reading our blog, we should let you know that we’re not about pretty photo shoots or beautiful inspiration. We’re about real-life. We talk about subjects that apply to weddings, planning and your personal life as if you are here with us. We’re not professionals and we rarely go back through and edit our posts. This is us…in real-life. The reason for my sharing this information with you: I’m about to jump into a personal story and I wanted to lure you in.

Alright: Bridesmaid talk. When I got engaged, I had a best friend who had been by my side for a loooong time. She’d been with me through past relationships and was instrumental in getting my, now, husband and I together. However, shortly after we started dating and especially after we got engaged, there was some distance between us because my focus had moved and our friendship wasn’t what it had been. During that time, I got closer with a “new” friend who was already in a friendship circle my boyfriend and I had become close with. When it came time to choose my bridesmaids, I chose my new friend as the maid of honor, my “old” friend as a bridesmaid and added on my cousin and a friend I’d known since I was a kid. Today, the only person I speak to on a regular basis is my cousin. Nice job, Tawsha. Nice job.

So, how do you choose your bridesmaids? Who is the Maid/Matron of honor?

  • My opinion (after experiencing the wrong decision): Don’t go with tradition. Get girls together, create a supportive team and choose your standing order by drawing names. You think I’m kidding, don’t you? I’m so not.
  • The Knot’s opinions are HERE.
  • The Bridal Guide’s opinions are HERE.

Do you think this advice is sound or are we all bat-sh*t crazy?

-T

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Relationship Branding

18 May

  1. Angelina Jolie’s “Billy Bob” tattoo. Relationship status: Dunzo!
  2. Dean McDermott’s arm tattoo of wife Tori Spelling. Relationship status: Still happily married with their fourth child on the way.
  3. Marc Anthony’s inner wrist tattoo that says “Jennifer” for Jennifer Lopez. Relationship status: Dunzo!
  4. David Beckham‘s one of many tattoos. This one is of wive Victoria. Relationship status: Married with four kids.
  5. Real Housewives of Orange County’s Tamra Barney. She got a ring tattoo of her controlling husband Simon on her left hand. Relationship status: Dunzo! Soooo dunzo! Tamra has recently had the tattoo CUT out of her finger.
  6. Nick Cannon’s “Mariah” tattoo across his back for Mariah Carey. Relationship status: Married with twins.
  7. Khloe Kardashian‘s right hand tattoo of “LO” for Lamar Odom. Lamar has KO on his hand. Relationship status: Still together and NOT doing a second season of “Khloe and Lamar” to focus on their marriage.
  8. Melanie Griffith’s famous “Antonio” tattoo. Relationship status: Still together.
  9. Heidi Klum‘s hard to read “Seal” tattoo on her inner right arm. Relationship status: Recently separated.
  10. Eva Longoria had “nine” tattood on the back of her neck. That was, then, husband Tony Parker’s jersey number. Relationship status: Dunzo. Messy dunzo.
  11. Carey Hart had Pink’s face (er, somewhat like it) inked on his leg. Relationship status: Lots of ups and downs but it seems to be on the upswing as they are together and just had a little girl.

I’ve always thought that getting your significant other’s name or face inked anywhere on your body was the kiss of death for your relationship. While the percentage is still high that the two of you will be on the outs once you make that semi-permanent commitment, there are those who are proving me wrong.

Would you do it? Have you done it?

-T

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Your Flowers = Your Personality

16 May

Arrangement: Althauser Design

Here’s the thing with floral design for your wedding: It’s not just beautiful flowers arranged in an appealing display. I have to admit that, until meeting these floral artists (as I like to call them) at the Wedding Preview Event, I had no idea how much of my own personality, style and preference could be put into an arrangement I’d hold on my wedding day. Flowers are a custom creation, too. In fact, the photo above is a reflection of an individual’s personality. Hmm…I wonder what your personality translates into a floral arrangement. Well, it’s time to find out more about the coolness that comes with gorgeous designs. Meet Althauser Design. It goes without saying (because she’s a part of the Wedding Preview Event) but she’s unique, incredibly cool and has mad skills when it comes to floral design.

Who are you?

Althauser Design is a floral design company owned and operated by Theresa Althauser (with occasional help setting up by her very supportive and wonderful family).

Why engaged couples (weddings)?

The fun of working with engaged couples is seeing the hope and excitement for their future as well as the excitement they get from planning the big day.  I really love creating floral designs that fit their personality and getting them to see beyond the typical arrangements by walking them through various floral options they may not have considered while still respecting their vision and most importantly, budget!  It is such a compliment when they allow me to be the artist I am.   I really treasure the moment I hand the bride her bouquet and I get to see her expression.

What type of couple do you typically work with?

I have enjoyed working with every couple I have had the pleasure of working with.  Each couple has a very unique personality, but if I were to say they had something in common, I would have to say they have all been more relaxed and laid back!

Have any “insider” tips?

I think the best insider tip I can give a couple is to really trust your instincts and go with what you like.  Don’t fall into the trappings of what you are “supposed” to do or what your family wants and expects you to do.  This is your special day and it should really reflect your personalities.

Spill it. What haven’t we asked that we should know about you?

I am pretty much an open book, so there isn’t a lot about me that you wouldn’t find out after spending a little time with me!  I get a little creeped out by bare feet on adults and my friends always seem to find new ways to torment me about it!

What TV show do you never miss an episode of?

Now that my husband and I have total control over the television while the kids are away at college, we have been enjoying a lot of different shows we may not have watched before.  It is hard to pick just one, but if I had to I would say it would be Bones – I love the chemistry between Seeley and Bones!

What’s your favorite drink?

My favorite drink would have to be tequila.  I love a really good quality tequila – straight up.

What celebrity would you marry if you could?

If he were still alive today, the one celebrity I would have to say I would love to marry would be Paul Newman.  Not only was he an incredibly sexy, caring, giving man – but his devotion to his wife and family was what was most attractive about him.

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