Dakota Jay Saves The Day: Why Your Bridal March Is Begging For Some Banjo

Anyone who’s ever organized a wedding knows that the best laid plans are paved with dumb intentions. Suckers are big, burdensome cobblestones just waiting for the chance to stub your toe. This being my first go at throwing a marriage party, I had to learn of my shortcomings the hard way. From hidden expenses to the realization that … Continue reading »

It’s a Bird. It’s a Bun. It’s a Beehive!

When contemplating my overall appearance for our upcoming wedding festivities, I read all sorts of articles and blog posts with tips, tricks, and advice for beautifying the bride. I learned I need to schedule a facial at least two weeks before the little Big Day. I learned I must first figure out what a facial is. I should exercise … Continue reading »

Of Mice & Frat Boys

I enjoyed college mostly because of how much I learned as a student. From the mathematical equation necessary to perfect a seductive hair toss to the Phys.Ed training that led me to four Beer Pong Championship titles, I felt my brain expanding with the knowledge nightly. I was sure that if I studied into the … Continue reading »

When you let blog readers plan your wedding…

…You are reminded, once again, that there is no concept so crazy that the creative force of a few hundred brilliant minds can’t mold the wacky into something quite spectacular. When the decision was made to pass the decision-making on to The Ramblings readers, the out-of-the-box method of planning for this out-of-the-box wedding took some … Continue reading »

free falling

In my defense, the instructions were anything but clear. Disney, you specifically mentioned closing one’s eyes, then jumping, then spinning. A sister needs to know when eyesight is crucial to safe dancing practices. Also? It takes more than a ruptured spleen and chopped back to put the fire out of my funk. I would like … Continue reading »