It’s difficult knowing that I have the marital event in the nebulous future without being all weird and schmoopie about everything, but I’ve been batting around geeky wedding ideas and need your heartfelt advice.
Liveblogging a wedding: Geeky or Web 2.0?
Liveblogging the honeymoon: I’m thinking a no, but I doubt it’s been done before.
Changing names: I’m thinking Mozilla or Pujols. Perhaps Mozilla-Pujols. I have yet to consult Chef on this idea.
Mortal Enemies: Invite to be mean, or is that too mean?
Ring bearer(s): I think E should lead Doug down the aisle on a leash with a little pillow strapped to his back. Yes?
Any input or further suggestions would be appreciated in the comments.
I like the idea with Doug and E. Where will Merle be? I imagine him sprawled out in the aisle on his back with belly exposed and paws in the air.
The most successful weddings I have been to have contained these two words- open bar.
1. Invite me and I’ll liveblog it.
2. That’s because most people are too busy doin’ it. You should be, too.
3. I think you should keep your own last names, but change your middle names to either “Danger” or “Fuckin.” i.e., “Hi, my name is Lauren fuckin’ B—-.”
4. More people = more presents
5. I like it. Do cats take well to leashes?
Merle will be at home lording over the food bowl.
Also, I agree that my middle name should be Danger. Danger Pujoles.
If you do live blog the honeymoon, for God’s sake, charge for it! If there is one thing that sells on the Internets……
1. There is a difference? Don’t repress your inner geek - Geek Pride!
3. What’s Chefs last name? (maybe you could do like the Nielsen-Hayden’s)
4. Invite Dawn Eden…
5. Unless you’re having a jeans-wedding, I would advice against.
You really, really, really, really, really, really need to invite Dawn Eden.
Also, you should change your last name to Who, and Chef should change his to What.
“So, do you know Lauren?”
“Lauren Who?”
“Right.”
“What’s her husband’s name?”
“Chef.”
“What’s his last name?”
“Exactly.”
I think E should lead Doug down the aisle on a leash with a little pillow strapped to his back. Yes?
Absolutely. You should definitely strap a pillow to E’s back.
Congrats! Web 2.0. Ethan yes, cat…uh..no.
So which one’s schmoopie then?
1. Definitely let someone else do it for you. In fact, an open thread that all family, guests, and well-wishers could comment in would be good.
2. Only if you must.
3. Can you get paid for Mozilla?
4. Don’t waste wedding energy on mortal enemies. You’ve got bigger fish to fry: have you booked a place yet? Hired a caterer? Booked a photographer? Do you know how far out those dates get taken?
5. Do whatever makes you happy. We got married in an ampitheater and I walked my own damn self down the aisle. Also I wore a new pair of white jeans and natural Converse All-stars to the pizza and beer reception that night. We were the only ones who danced: to “Raymond Chandler Evening”. And the Best Woman and her date made little pig earrings for all the guests. It sounds grotesque, but it all worked for us.
*Don’t forget to order the armadillo cake with the blood red filling. Ours looked suspiciously like Cerebus.
*Let other people do as much for you as possible. When they ask, have a list ready.
Love the E and Doug idea, but my real vote is for eloping. Husband and I did the courthouse wedding and threw a great party afterward. Much more fun, no god involved, and we couldn’t even tip the judge. (They can’t take money - it could be constituted as bribing a judge.)
Did I mention we got away with spending a whopping $300 on the whole shindig? Includes rings and party. HUHO!
If you get another cat or have another child, I think you should name it/him/her “Iceweasel.” Because, you know, “Mozilla” is a trademark.
Liveblogging from the honeymoon might not have been done before, but I am pretty sure webcamming it has been done (not that that should stop you, if you feel like it).
#1 — Totally geeky, but awesome for documenting.
#2 — See #1 above, sans sex stuff.
#3 — I’m with Jill on #3; otherwise, I’m all for the hyphenating — or what’s even better: retaining some semblance of your personhood and keeping your own last names. But, you are getting married, after all.
#4 — You’re joking, right? Why be mean?
#5 — E Doug4Life
#6 — No, I will never stop haunting you for this.
Seriously. Why no plus sign?!
1. Geeky and I love a vicarious celebration.
2. Pictures and a write up when you get back would be nice.
3. Now’s a good time to do it.
4. Nah. There’s other opportunities to make your enemies uncomfortable.
5. I’ve seen similar with people’s dogs and I’d vote no on this one. Ethan should be part of it, though, assuming that is OK with him.
My advice is:
1. Talk through your priorities and budget, then work from the top down. We went (roughly): good food, good live band, inclusive guest list, beautiful location, seasonal flowers, real china, etc.
2. Delegate. Especially on the day, you should be able to enjoy yourself and let other people handle stuff. Pick a reliable maid of honor.
No way, I’m training Doug for the leash. He’s so cooperative and stuff.
As a some-time wedding photographer, there is nothing more annoying and stupid than a pet being the ringbearer.
I agree with Jill, let someone else live blog it. But, A live webcast might be cool.
Also, the honeymoon, I can’t wait for the YouTube pr0n. Webcam two honkeys=hott, hott, hott. “Lauren and Chef Gone Wild!” I’d buy that for a dollar!
But, seriously, I can’t wait to take the photos. Of the wedding.
As a some-time wedding photographer, there is nothing more annoying and stupid than a pet being the ringbearer.
Sounds like game on to me.
My cousin nearly purchased a dress that was a gown for the ceremony, and tore away to a miniskirt for the party. I think you can make that work.
And my mom suggests historic Mansfield prison in Ohio for a nice reception. Well, she suggests it for me, but I’m not having a wedding any time in the next decade or so so you can totally take it.