Alyssa

nice job Jenny!!!!! everything came together so great

hey girls - there were 2 of these threads so i merged them for y'all

Quote: Originally Posted by MsShelley Alyssa, I totally LOVE yours, I might have to borrow! of course Shel!!! Quote: Originally Posted by MsShelley Alyssa did your photog take this picture or did you just add it later, also where did you make your book? yes this was on of the original pics i just zoomed in on the clipboard. i made the book myself from mypublisher.com - it was super easy and really affordable!

ok so i haven't read the comments on this thread but i just read this article Chris Brown charged with two felonies - CNN.com and HOLY SHIT this is from the ACTUAL POLICE REPORT - Chris Brown is an animal and Rihanna getting back with him? well she is a straight up fucking idiot

i just updated the first post with another article - which is a behind the scenes with the author about where / how she got the info

Jon and Kate Gosselin - Philadelphia Magazine - phillymag.com I got the new issue of Philadelphia Magazine over the weekend and there was a very interesting article about the Gosselin's in there. Personally i don't really care for their show - i really like 18 and counting - the Duggar's or whatever that is called but the Gosselin's do get on my nerves. anyway i think the article is very interesting, especially the stuff about Aunt Jodi and friends that have been shut out b/c of $$$! -------------------- here is the article about how / where the author got the info... Jon and Kate: Behind the Philadelphia Magazine Story A Q&A with Jessica Remo about the reporting for her March 2009 article “Jon + Kate + 8 = $$$” What did you think of the show before you began reporting? Before I began my research I was a huge fan. There is no denying how adorable the Gosselin children are, and I thought Jon and Kate’s banter was natural, normal. When I began my research, I was astounded by some of the things written about the family on some of the blogs written about the show. Actually, heartbroken is the word. As much as I loved the show, I have to admit that being able to watch these kids all the time, in some of their most vulnerable moments (Collin being constipated, the kids coming out of the bath — to name just a few), did feel a little indulgent. I am of no relation to the family, yet I can gawk at their children for hours almost daily. It’s unsettling. Did you ever meet the family in person? I did attend two events where I met Kate in person. The first was a book signing at the Barnes & Noble in the Promenade Shops in Center Valley, Pa., right before Christmas. The place was mobbed — you had to get a ticket and stand in line, then they called your number. The turnout at these events is more amazing because they aren’t advertised on the show or Jon and Kate’s website. You have to scour the blogs or be from the area to learn of them. The other event was the speaking engagement I detail in the story at First Assembly of God church in Marcy, New York, on January 11th. The scene there was giddier — there was even a woman who had cut her hair like Kate. I asked someone working the event if there would be a chance for me to interview Kate, but was told no. I later heard that at other events organizers have asked that no journalists be present. Kate explained that Jon had just come home from a shoot and she couldn’t make him leave without spending time with the kids. The people at First Assembly were quite disappointed, to say the least, and in my reporting I learned that either Jon or Kate has backed out at the last minute at other events. Rarely do they appear together now, and they’ve admitted as much in recent interviews. After Kate spoke, she signed copies of Multiple Blessings. I asked her bodyguard if maybe after the signing she would have a few minutes for me. He said he would see what he could do. I waited, and at the very end he asked for me, but the answer was still a “no.” He gave me the phone number for Laurie Goldberg, the senior vice president of communications for TLC, and said we could set something up over the phone. I had already been in touch with Laurie, however, at this point. No interview came of it. Who else did you speak to during your reporting? I talked to or corresponded with more than 100 people for this piece, many of whom asked to remain anonymous. I began, naturally, with Kate’s manager, Julie Carson May. I left at least four messages for her over the course of a month, with no response. Then I tried Kate’s book publisher, Zondervan, where I spoke to Karen Campbell, who does PR for the book, and she directed me to Laurie Goldberg at TLC. I tried to set something up with Laurie over e-mail for several weeks, but to no avail. Finally, she said I could e-mail her a list of questions and she’d see what she could do. I told her I would not because it’s not good journalism — we wanted direct access to Jon and Kate because we didn’t want a publicist answering for them through e-mail. In an e-mailed response, Laurie accused me of having “an agenda” and said “we prefer to work with ethical journalists.” Some of the outside sources I talked to were many people who had appeared on the show; many of the churches that the Gosselins had appeared at or canceled on; many of the local places the family visited on the show; locals in Wyomissing, Elizabethtown, and the greater Reading area; people involved in the makeover of the Gosselins’ Wyomissing home; and other reporters who interviewed the Gosselins, like Shauna Lake from KUTV in Utah. I tried to speak with Kate’s parents, but they did not return my phone calls. I spoke for quite some time with Paul Petersen, whom I mention in the story, as well as the labor departments of California and Pennsylvania to compare and contrast the legislation. I spoke to David Rothermel, Jon’s former employer, as you can also see in the story. And I did see the state’s documentation surrounding Jon’s termination; our research editor also confirmed this with the Pennsylvania unemployment office, which had denied Jon’s claim for unemployment. I also spoke with Julie, Aunt Jodi’s sister, who wrote the blog Truth Breeds Hatred. How much of the information on the blogs about the Gosselins is true? Not all of it. There’s a lot of wild speculation out there. I can only personally endorse the facts detailed in my story, which were confirmed by the magazine’s fact-checking department. However, if it’s on the internet and about the Gosselins, I’ve read it. I’ve also watched each episode — there are 80-plus now — at least twice. The reason I turned to Gosselins Without Pity as one avenue for my reporting is simply because it is the most trafficked blog on all things Gosselin. To not mention or contact them would have been neglectful on my part. But I did not take their word for fact, and I of course read other blogs, with both positive and negative angles. The battle that’s being waged between the different fans of different blogs in the magazine’s web comment section right now has a lot of history. I expected the heat from some of these diehard fans. Why hasn’t this information been published in the mainstream media before? Probably because no one has had the time or patience to confirm it all. The reporting on this took me more than two months and included persuading a lot of people to talk to me. Illustration by Gluekit, from the March 2009 issue of Philadelphia magazine.

what is the site Yari?

seriously, Molly is a fucking loser, who would take someone back so easily who publically humiliated her? - and what is up with her ALWAYS wearing heavy eye makeup? jeans=heavy brown eye makeup dress=heavy brown eye makeup sweatpants=heavy brown eye makeup pajamas=heavy brown eye makeup ok - and as for Jason - he is a major D-bag. come on - how many other Bachelor couples broke up? ALL but 3 and NONE of them did it on camera so don't give me the 'contact' excuse. he is a real asshole

welcome and congrats jayme!!!! Erica is awesome - you are getting a GREAT sister-in-law!

that is really cool!

yes! i would tip if you feel they do a really good job and especially if it is someone you will go back to. i would say 15% is prob good. (i didn't read what anyone else wrote b/c i didn't want to get influenced LOL)

here is mine... it says... "for my husband" "love is after all, the gift of oneself" September 5th, 2008

she is a complete bitch and totally unfit to host a show on marriage - i agree WTF!

Quote: Originally Posted by *Heather* I just got the best news! Eric from Kona Village just emailed me to tell me that they are now accepting reservations until January 2010, so we can still go there for our honeymoon! I just thought I would post that here in case any other potential brides are interested in this hotel. Woooo! So excited! Heather!!!!! That is awesome! You guys are going to F'in LOVE it - KV is the best place. Is Traci still there or is Eric new? What is the deal with the renovations? Are they still doing them? Yeah!!! Good News

OMG tammy - they are gorgeous!!!!!! babies

Kashi : Get a free frozen entre hey ladies - one of my friends just sent this to me - it is for a coupon for 1 frozen Kashi entree - those are so delicious - i buy them from Whole Foods and Wegman's all the time - i even think they have them at Target! just wanted to share it!

gorgeous!!!!!!!!! Sarah is so talented - Shel - your guests are going to freak - they are going to be so impressed! Sarah did such an amazing job with my annoucements, thank you cards and mini books - she is amazing and so in tune with each client!

Quote: Originally Posted by Tammy Host meesh, i deleted part of your thread. 1. you DO NOT want to post your email so publicly. people actually search the internet looking for email addresses to send spam to. 2. most templates, etc. are already posted in the DIY forum if the owner of the template wanted to share it. it is NOT proper BDW forum etiquette to ask people to send all their planning information just because you do not want to look for it on the forum. we get alot of complaints about this (some people would get 20-30 requests a day from people) and not only do we discourage new members for asking for doing this but we have implemented a rule that if you ask, you can lose ALL forum priviledges. Thanks Tammy! Quote: Originally Posted by BelizeBride I love your BM dresses! I know you said Victoria's Secret 7in1, but when I googled them, I couldn't find them. Do you have a link? Your BM must love you for picking out such awesome dresses. Well done! They changed the name from 7 in 1 to "Convertible Dress" Victoria's Secret - The convertible dress my girls LOVED them

ya know i have been going back and forth on this but as this season as progressed and especially this last episode i don't think Jason is this 'great single dad guy' anymore - he doesn't know himself as well as he says and has picked 2 *girls* (one 24 and the other 25) in the end - that last episode he kept saying *girls* *girls* *girls* and not once did he say *women* - i felt it was so indicitive of his own lack of maturity and respect for them. they are fucking women dude - the 24 and 25 year old ones are women - i just don't think they embody what he said he 'wanted' in a wife, woman or partner. Jillian doesn't realize how lucky she is she got out of there and go now go off and actually find a deserving partner who can match her maturity and success. i started out this season thinking Jason was this really nice solid guy but now i just think he is a toolbox with low self esteem who is a bit of a womanizer b/c it is available to him. eeww

Quote: Originally Posted by EricaG Well, I figured that I would let you all know that my marriage is over since you all saw me through the planning leading up to our big day. Over the years he has struggled with a drinking problem and was given the option of having a life with me or a life with alcohol. He chose me and was doing fairly well. There were a few bumps along the way, but we dealt with them and made it through. Well, he has chosen the alcohol over me for the last time and after I told him we were done, he ended up going out drinking again and this time he had the kids with him, so he was driving with them!!! Things starting getting pretty bad and home, and in the end, after I walked up to the hospital for my night shift, I called the RCMP and had him arrested! My kids are at my parents place and I will probably be staying there for awhile. Erica, I didn't read everyone else's responses so forgive me if I am being repetitive. I am so sorry this has happened to you and your kids . It sounds like you are making the right decision for you and your family and I applaud your strength and courage. As for your ex-DH - just remember that no one can get sober for someone else - no matter how much they love them or want to. for your kids sake i would encourage him to get sober for himself so he can be some sort of father and hopefully a good role model down the line. addiction is so scary and tragic but unfortunately it is such a personal battle. as for you - your kids are lucky to have someone with such a good head on her shoulders - if you need anything we are all here for you! Alyssa

awesome!!! are you definitley staying on Oahu? i did Big Island, Kauai and Oahu and liked Oahu the least - I know there are also some amazing places on Maui - tell us a little more info and we will try to help you out!

Woman Goes Into Labor, Husband Dies - News- msnbc.com this has to be one of the most horrible things i have ever heard!

Quote: Originally Posted by moepeedy A, It's me again. I was looking at your planning thread and loved the idea of printing the vows on the wedding certificate. When I visited the site where it was done I didn't see the palm trees as a choice. I hoping you would share where you found the background. Thanks, Maureen-moe Hi Maureen, we didn't find that background anywhere - we had it custom drawn for us - we used a photo of the site where we were having our ceremony as inspiration. I hope you find something that works! Alyssa

Erica - those are some of the most beautiful JC pictures i have ever seen!!!! wow! you look so beautiful and he really captured every special moment!

Quote: Originally Posted by Infinity22 So yesterday I signed up on Facebook for the very first time due to all my friends bugging me about getting on there. The look is quite a bit different to MySpace but what disappointed me the most was the privacy settings. I discovered that you really can't block your friends list, even if you designate it to Friends Only. I was able to go through my high school graduating class and see everyone's friends and that was a big turn off. Am I off my rocker here or is this correct? you can totally block people - you need to explore the settings more!