Shipp: Thanksgiving holiday can be bittersweet Nov 30, 2008
My bride of more than a half-century was not present. She died in July after a long battle with cancer and heart trouble. (Athens Banner-Herald)
QB drives offense Nov 30, 2008
FLAGSTAFF - The main weapon in St. Johns' offense the past two seasons has been senior running back Shad Bride ... St. Johns had to rely on Lindsey more in the first half because of knee and ankle injuries that hobbled Bride ... "We didn't have any pressure (because of Bride's injury)," Lindsey said. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Johnson-Ladd Nov 30, 2008
Bride s maids were Aubrie, Gainer, Sue Chung, Nikki Wilk and Erin Rewerts ... The bride is the daughter of Bob and Mary Johnson of Nevada, Iowa ... Norma Long wrote on Nov 23, 2008 10:30 AM:" The bride was beautiful and of course we new Randy was. ". (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Clark-Donahue Nov 30, 2008
The bride is the daughter of Arthur N. Clark and the late Delia Ann Clark of Thatcher, Ariz. She is a 1997 graduate of Thatcher High School of Thatcher. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Conklin-Leal Nov 30, 2008
Bride s maids was Kateri ... The bride is the daughter of Steven and Kelly Germann of Hereford, Ariz. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Grump not so good at Tom Brady impression Nov 30, 2008
I think she suspected she might be risking the well-being of my ol ticker, because the little woman called 911 and had an ambulance on stand-by when she spoke: It s your turn to cook Thanksgiving dinner. Now, we all know that after more than 40 years of blissful marriage, it probably WAS my turn to prepare the football-watching feast. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Growth For Happiness Starts In Rich Soil Nov 30, 2008
It was nearly four years ago when John and Bonny Bowens began welcoming brides and grooms to share their most special moment together in Holstein House Gardens ... Bonny likes being involved and makes herself available as much or as little as the bride prefers ... Bonny prefers the elegant yet fun weddings, Where the bride doesn t stress over every little thing. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Private gardens welcome visitors Nov 30, 2008
He moved his new bride into his childhood home and the thought of leaving has never crossed their minds. The couple raised three children in the small house and had horses in the pastures. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Wedding etiquette Nov 30, 2008
Many brides express concern that their guests will arrive casually dressed; the only way to get around this problem is to state a dress code on the invitation ... The poor bride's father had to pay for these 'no-shows', which was extremely rough on him from the cost point of view ... Unless the Master of Ceremonies has announced that they are there for the taking, it is best to leave them alone, as the bride might have other plans for them. (iAfrica.com)
Who's sorry now? Not Kloppers Nov 30, 2008
WA Today - Business News, World News & Breaking News in Australia Skip directly to: Search Box, , , Text Version. "IT WAS not an easy decision. In fact, it was a tough decision." With those simple words BHP Billiton chief executive Marius Kloppers brought the curtain down on the once bold ambition to create a global mining colossus by taking over Rio Tinto. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
LEVI, 29, AND O'CONNELL, 31 Nov 30, 2008
"It was a big surprise to both my groom and our guests, but Dan loved it." O'Connell, also a lawyer, and his bride tied the knot at Amarante's Sea Cliff, an event space overlooking the Long Island Sound in New Haven, Conn. After saying, "I do," the newlyweds celebrated with 165 guests by performing the African tradition of jumping the broom. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Macee Smith, Kris Bradley wed in outdoor ceremony (6) Nov 30, 2008
The bride is the daughter of Roy F. and Cammy Smith of Boerne, and the granddaughter of the late Roy C. and Gertrude Smith and the late Vernie and Gladys Harper of San Antonio ... Jeanette Driffill, friend of the bride, served as matron of honor ... Bridesmaids were Johanna Baker, cousin of the bride, Ashley Elizondo, sorority sister, and Amanda Stewart, friend of the bride. (Boerne Star, TX)
Hoping for a slower November Nov 29, 2008
The tour group ranged in age from grandparents of the future bride and groom to cousins 3 or 4 years old. After I went through my talk about harvest, a little girl prompted by her mother came up and thanked me. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Fit To Be Tied Nov 29, 2008
She liked Williams' purple tie of Nov. 17, saying it was "almost a whispery confection of a cravat ... a tie which looks like sugared violets adorning the tops of fancy cupcakes served to Ladies Who Lunch or the tiered cake of a Southern bride whose wedding breakfast is held at a gracious hotel.". Nov. 14's navy blue with silver stripes number "is the cardigan sweater of ties, the Grandpa of Fashion, the warm mug of cocoa in a world of fancy schmancy soya lattes with no foam. And in these... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Infotainment Nov 29, 2008
John Dawkins, 89, and his bride Penny Cooper, 90, wed nine months after she took advantage of a Leap Year and proposed to him, reports the Daily Telegraph. The wartime navy veterans have become the most senior sweethearts. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Festival of Trees brings in record $56,799 Nov 29, 2008
- Seniors choice Wreath category Emmanuel God with You by Bride of Christ. - Youth choice Large tree category Mystical Flight by The Home Gallery. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Daniel, Capacci wed Nov 29, 2008
The bride is the daughter of George and Kathleen Capacci ... The maids of honor were the bride's sisters, Natalie Capacci and Anna Capacci ... Bridesmaids were Lael Harrison, Genevieve Gagne-Hawes, Katherine Rue Bollinger and Ellie Daniel. (Juneau Empire)
Wellenkamp to Wed Locher Nov 29, 2008
The bride is a 1995 graduate of Washington High School. She is employed by Washington Physical Therapy as office manager. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Engagement: Rockenstein-Lemere/Schiedeck Nov 29, 2008
The bride is the daughter of Terrie and Jimmy Lemere of Yuba City and George and Annette Rockenstein of Live Oak. She is a 2004 graduate of Faith Christian High School and works as a kennel technician for Northpointe Veterinary Hospital in Yuba City. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Wedding: Currie/Hutton Nov 29, 2008
The bride is the daughter of Karen May of Yuba City and Scott Currie of Cottonwood. She was attended by her sisters, Rachel Ekberg of Yuba City and Cristine Currie of Cottonwood, as bridesmaids; her nieces, Lilly and Emma Ekberg of Yuba City as flower girls; and her son, Logan Carreira of Yuba City, as a ring bearer ... The bride, a graduate of Sutter Union High School, is employed by Sunsweet Growers Inc.. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Wedding: Anderson/Gillaspie Nov 29, 2008
The bride is the daughter of Lester and Annette Oswald of Olivehurst and Mike and Grace Mull of Marysville ... The bride is a 1995 graduate of Lindhurst High School. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Watching those holiday lbs Nov 29, 2008
The bride and I will come through the Holiday season with flying colors,weight wise. Money wise too. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Schoenheit, Wiertzema// Nov 29, 2008
Parents of the bride are Howard Schoenheit, Fargo, and Diane Schoenheit, Fargo. Parents of the groom are Larry and Julie Wiertzema, Breckenridge. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Speich, Matejcek// Nov 29, 2008
Parents of the bride are Bruce and Dayna Speich, Milnor. Parents of the groom are Dave and Tami Matejcek, Wahpeton. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
2008 Holiday Gift Guide: Under $50 Nov 29, 2008
Kanbara Bride of the Fox Junmai Ginjo, a polished sake from Niigata, brings just enough sweetness to match with holiday fare (latkes came to mind) but enough acidity to leave an impression - and as a bonus, it's gluten-free and kosher. The name evokes Niigata's local fox-bride festival, so depending on the groom, it might also work as a shower gift ... The Bay Area's Asta Glass has created fanciful martini glasses sandblasted with the San Francisco skyline (there's also a New York and a Chicago... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Clooney in competition at Venice Nov 28, 2008
Soderbergh's murder mystery Bubble, Burton's stop-motion animation Corpse Bride and Cameron Crowe's comedy romance Elizabethtown are among the 18 films that will be screened out of competition. "We have a record 11 US features in the line-up, including nine world premieres, which has never happened in Venice," Mr Mueller told reporters. (Yahoo News -- Film Festivals)
Manock, Erickson// Nov 28, 2008
Parents of the bride are Shelly Manock, Gwinner, N.D., and Steve and Lisa Manock, Great Bend, N.D.. Parents of the groom are Kevin and Valerie Erickson, Wahpeton, N.D.. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Grump not so good at Tom Brady impression Nov 28, 2008
I think she suspected she might be risking the well-being of my ol ticker, because the little woman called 911 and had an ambulance on stand-by when she spoke: It s your turn to cook Thanksgiving dinner. Now, we all know that after more than 40 years of blissful marriage, it probably WAS my turn to prepare the football-watching feast. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Manfredi Piccola Nov 28, 2008
Sarah Ashley Manfredi and Anthony Jay Piccola were married on Aug. 2, in Rye, N.H. The ceremony was held at the home of the parents of the bride ... The bride is the daughter of Sally and Tony Manfredi of Rye and granddaughter of and Prudence Herendeen, Natale Manfredi and the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph King ... The bridegroom is the son of Liz and Jay Piccola of Bedford, N.H., and the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Dill, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Smith and the late Anthony Piccola. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Mr. & Mrs, William Billy Franklin Walls Nov 28, 2008
The bride is the daughter of Steve and Terry Meagley of Waldron, Ark ... The bridegroom is the son of Debra Walls and the late Robert Buddy Walls of Roanoke Rapids ... Serving as the bride s attendant was Jeannie Walls, sister of the bridegroom. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
"I am impulsive when it comes to making decisions"- Chitrangda Singh Nov 28, 2008
Even the film's punchline says that 'Come Fall In Love With Your Brother's Bride. From your earlier heavy-duty films, Sorry Bhai would have come across as a welcome relief. (Oneindia)
Big Dreamers Nov 27, 2008
"When this thing arrives here, it's gotta look like a bride walking down the aisle," says Ron Hunt, the Rotarian who wants to bring a giant gumboot to the town of Tully. In Far North Queensland, Tully is the wettest place in Australia and a soggy local economy has led the council to commission two sculptors to build an imposing new tourist attraction. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Short Breaks Nov 27, 2008
Here comes the bride - and she and her groom step aboard a plane for their wedding in tropical Fiji. Ian McKinnon12. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Sarah Williamson weds Benjamin Pratt Nov 27, 2008
Sarah B. Williamson and Coreen L. Williamson, sisters-in-law of the bride, were honor attendants. Bridesmaids were Rachel Adams, Kimberly Conlon, Sara Bates, Lee McCloskey and Jennifer SanClements ... Ushers were Roger and Michael Williamson, brothers of the bride. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Father of the bride: it was fate we survived Nov 27, 2008
Father of the bride and well-known South Australian restaurateur Nick Papazahariakis has told how "it was fate" that he and the wedding party were not blown up in a Mumbai restaurant ... au/news/world/father-of-the-bride-it-was-fate-we-survived/2008/11/27/1227491679086. (The Age, Australia -- World)
Let's be Neighbors Nov 27, 2008
I have known her since she first came out to the Rocky Hill community as a bride. Special sympathy goes out to Mr. Walton and his daughter Barbara Gay and family. (Louisville Winston County Journal, MS)
Growth For Happiness Starts In Rich Soil Nov 27, 2008
It was nearly four years ago when John and Bonny Bowens began welcoming brides and grooms to share their most special moment together in Holstein House Gardens ... Bonny likes being involved and makes herself available as much or as little as the bride prefers ... Bonny prefers the elegant yet fun weddings, Where the bride doesn t stress over every little thing. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Wedding Announcement Nov 27, 2008
The bride is the daughter of Darrell and Candi Wilson of Crandon. Grandparents of the bride are the late Eugene and Loretta Wilson and the late Kenneth and Nancy Johnson, all of Crandon ... Witnesses were Shannon Conley, sister of the bride, and Dave Kranig, friend of the groom. (Forest Republican, WI)
Why Im Thankful in 2008 Nov 27, 2008
I am thankful for my bride of 39 years, a woman who has born my troubles and my children, who has been a partner and a prayer warrior, a counselor and a friend. As always, I offered this year to purchase a ready-to-eat Thanksgiving dinner at the local supermarket, but she will not hear of it, preferring instead to rise early on that day to prepare the traditional home-cooked dinner for the family she loves. (Human Events Online)
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Joseph Mayton Nov 27, 2008
The bride is the daughter of Ann and Dan Keisling of Roanoke Rapids ... The bridegroom is the son of Joann and Thomas Mayton of Lawrenceville, Va ... Michael and Mark Lach, uncles of the bride, performed the ceremony. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Slowdown: Make your wedding simple Nov 26, 2008
Every bride wants to look her best on her special day, which means that the scope for compromises is minimal. The content of the trousseau cannot be compromised, but probably its packing can which is a huge additional cost, suggested Lalita Raghav, general manager, events ngs, FNP Events ngs. (India Times)
Hoping for a slower November Nov 26, 2008
The tour group ranged in age from grandparents of the future bride and groom to cousins 3 or 4 years old. After I went through my talk about harvest, a little girl prompted by her mother came up and thanked me. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Hoogestraat, Westra wed Nov 26, 2008
The maids of honor were Sara Stanford and Janae Raga, and bridesmaids were Rachel Christopher, Leah Weins, Steph Hofmaier and Liz Yerdon ... The bride graduated from Augustana College with a degree in business administration and accounting ... The bridegroom received a business degree from Southeast Technical Institute and is engaged in farming. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
McFerrin-Suehs Wedding Vows Read Nov 26, 2008
Bride's parents are Michelle and Greg Suehs, Lonedell ... The bride was given in marriage by her father ... Serving as maid of honor was Devon Suehs, Union, bride's sister. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
* FEATURE: Couple gets married in eco-friendly fashion Nov 26, 2008
Bowing and passing through a tunnel lined with friends and family holding oyster-shell-clad sticks, Taiwan Environmental Information Association (TEIA) secretary-general Chen Rui-bin () and his bride, Cheng Hsiu-juan (GqS), tied the knot last Saturday under an oak tree in the plaza of Taipei City's Jingmei Junior High School (JMHS). The oyster shells symbolize the couple's love because the pair, both of whom are long-term environmentalists, met at a sandbar conservation working... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
SILENT VICTIMS Nov 26, 2008
The ICDDR, B study revealed that in both urban and rural areas, a husband was more likely to abuse his wife if his father had abused his mother or if dowry demands had not been met, as these reflect the family's attitude towards the bride. It also showed that the risk of violence fell when there was better communication between husband and wife and when the husband had been educated beyond the 10th grade [http://www. (AlertNet)
Fall Bridal Guide Nov 26, 2008
The Ultimate Bridal Gown - The New Classics Whether she's standing at the altar, on the sand, under a gazebo or in a banquet hall, the 21st-century bride is looking to classic styles and sumptuous fabrics to make her milestone entrance a fairy tale moment ... IRISH EYES Make your wedding special with a touch of Ireland - unique gifts for the bride, groom and bridal party. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Moore, Pausch // Nov 26, 2008
Parents of the bride are Tom and Carrie Meyer, Breckenridge, Minn. Parents of the groom are Barry and Nola Pausch, Wahpeton, N.D.. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Johnson-Ladd Nov 26, 2008
Bride s maids were Aubrie, Gainer, Sue Chung, Nikki Wilk and Erin Rewerts ... The bride is the daughter of Bob and Mary Johnson of Nevada, Iowa ... Norma Long wrote on Nov 23, 2008 10:30 AM:" The bride was beautiful and of course we new Randy was. ". (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Clark-Donahue Nov 26, 2008
The bride is the daughter of Arthur N. Clark and the late Delia Ann Clark of Thatcher, Ariz. She is a 1997 graduate of Thatcher High School of Thatcher. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Conklin-Leal Nov 26, 2008
Bride s maids was Kateri ... The bride is the daughter of Steven and Kelly Germann of Hereford, Ariz. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Coming to Cranberry: (Your name here) Street Nov 26, 2008
"I remembered an eBay auction recently in which a bride auctioned the rights to be a bridesmaid. It helped pay the costs of the wedding reception," Mr. Mazzoni said. "All of a sudden, I was thinking we could auction the rights to name a street in Park Place.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Volleyball Closes Out 2008 Regular Season on Wednesday against No. 14 Florida Nov 26, 2008
Finally a Bride Redshirt senior has been playing at an extremely high level in 2008, ranking 11th in the country in hitting percentage and 201st in kills per set. Some of her weekend totals have been outstanding, and finally the SEC has recognized that. (Uscsports.com)
Private gardens welcome visitors Nov 26, 2008
He moved his new bride into his childhood home and the thought of leaving has never crossed their minds. The couple raised three children in the small house and had horses in the pastures. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Miss Coates becomes the bride of Mr. Robert Lee Knight Nov 26, 2008
The bride is the daughter of James T. Coates Sr. and Annie Lee Coates ... The bridegroom is the son of the late Marion Taylor of Philadelphia and the late Robert Lee Knight of Norfolk, Va ... Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore an ivory V-line satin gown with long floral embroidered sleeves. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
In Pictures: Hollywood's 20 Top-Earning Couples Nov 26, 2008
Jay-Z and his new bride Beyonc. Knowles raked in $162 million between June 1, 2007 and June 1, 2008, garnering them a spot atop Tinseltown's Top-Earning Power Couples, a list that also includes A-list pairings Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman, Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes and Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner. (Forbes -- Business)
Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag tie the knot in Cabo Nov 25, 2008
During the ceremony, Pratt vowed to his bride: Heidi, from the moment you came into my life, I knew my life would never be the same without you ... The bride s mother, according to Us Weekly, objected to the elopement and was caught off guard by the news ... One of the bride s BFFs, Audrina Patridge, is also happy for the newly married couple. (Boston Herald)
Stegall, Jackson announce engagement (5) Nov 25, 2008
The bride-to-be of Durant is the daughter of Jimmy and Paula Stegall, Durant ... Jimmy Stegall, the father of the bride, will officiate. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Festival of Trees brings in record $56,799 Nov 25, 2008
- Seniors choice Wreath category Emmanuel God with You by Bride of Christ. - Youth choice Large tree category Mystical Flight by The Home Gallery. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Review of Once Upon a Curse by E.D.... Nov 25, 2008
In the tradition of The Princess Bride and Shrek, E.D. Baker offers her own hilariously touching fairy tale. A Terrible Curse. (Suite101.com)
A big stamp of approval for an old-fashioned hobby Nov 25, 2008
On my desk I am looking at three sample stamps: a bride and bridegroom with the legend Just Married; a wide-eyed young baby looking ahead with wonder; and a bewildered dog. These stamps, approved for use by the United States Postal Service, have been made by zazzle. (West Roxbury Transcript, MA)
Montag and Pratt head for the hills and elope Nov 25, 2008
The bride held mini cala lillies. The entire wedding, Us says, cost $4,150, plus tax. (USA Today -- Life)
Clooney in competition at Venice Nov 25, 2008
Soderbergh's murder mystery Bubble, Burton's stop-motion animation Corpse Bride and Cameron Crowe's comedy romance Elizabethtown are among the 18 films that will be screened out of competition. "We have a record 11 US features in the line-up, including nine world premieres, which has never happened in Venice," Mr Mueller told reporters. (Yahoo News -- Film Festivals)
Sheriff says Man Kills Former Employees, then Himself Nov 25, 2008
Investigators say after the shootings, Nash Long drove 3 1/2 miles to Boone's Bride Road where he took his own life. All of the victims were employees of United Turf. (WTKR.com, VA)
Dot Reichstetter enjoys meeting people Nov 25, 2008
She was recruited for a fashion show where she dressed as a mother of the bride and later in a terrycloth housecoat which she still remembers being so hot. She chose to work at South County Hospital because it was close to home and her sister-in-law had been volunteering there. (Westerly Sun, RI)