Dating Dilemma: The Man Who Said He'd Call and Didn'tWritten by Terry Hernon MacDonald
You went out with guy. You both had a great time (or at least you thought he did!). You said goodnight, and he said he'd call you.He didn't. Why? What did you say to offend him? Was it your hair? Your clothes? Your weight? What's wrong with you, anyway? The answers to those questions are as follows: Who cares? Nothing, no, no, no, and not a damn thing. Every woman in world--no matter how thin, beautiful, smart, kind or talented--has been disappointed by a guy she really liked who said he'd call but didn't. Whatever you do, don't call him. Why? Because he said he'd call you, and he didn't. Which means that either his word is no good (better to know that early on!), or that he accidentally threw away your phone number with tin foil he wrapped his peanut butter sandwich in. Yes, of course women have every right to phone a man (as long as they're cool about it), but why put yourself at a disadvantage by calling someone who pretty much lied to you? Who needs it?
| | The Wedding Aisle - Who is Walking You Down it? Written by Victoria Williams
Choosing who should walk down aisle with you is not as easy at it has been in past. In past, it has always been assumed that father of bride is to be one. These days, between family tensions, having divorced parents and just wanting to be independent has changed this tradition. Some brides still choose traditional route with a twist. Here are 8 ideas from brides and brides-to-be who have considered this.1. Some brides choose to have their father walk them down aisle only halfway and then walk other half by themselves. This symbolizes bride's transfer from dependence to independence and that she has a new life of her own. This is pretty safe since it still involves father of bride. 2. Some have their mother and father both walk them down aisle, so they can both give them away. For some brides, this is a way to include her mother in process. While this may be also seen as an attempt to go against a "male dominated society", it still should be accepted by most if you are worried about it. 3. Another thing that is becoming more popular is groom meeting bride halfway. It's not only cute, it symbolizes strong union between them. Again, it may seem improper to some strict traditionalists, but who's paying for wedding? 4. Some brides choose to have only their mothers walk them down aisle. Some brides and their mothers are so close that tradition is a non-issue. They just want to honor their mothers for their love and hard work. 5. Walking down aisle by oneself is relatively new and you have to be careful. It is not so much break with tradition that may cause trouble as it is bundle of nerves you may feel when walking down aisle alone. A test run may help you, but it is not same as real thing! Everybody is "ahhing" you, your fiancé is looking at you as if he is seeing an angel from heaven and you are excited on top of all that. If you are not shy type and still want to take a go at it, plan your wedding early so that you are not stressed out. And try not to think about what could go wrong!
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