Yes, it's true I'm engaged!!! Thanks to all of you friends who've watched and commented on my YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/dzgirl15
But here's maybe what you didn't know ... Jordan actually started planning the whole thing back in August with the help of a mutal friend, Jeff Crilley (Thanks Jeff!). Jeff provided us with a contact, Paige Smith, at Good Morning Texas. However, he gave us this contact to help get our business, Surprise! You're Engaged some publicity.
Right away, I started trying to get a hold of Paige so we could do an interview. I must have emailed at least 10 times between August and Oct. 13 - nothing, not one email was returned. It mad me furious! Then, Oct. 8, Jordan calls me and says to call Paige because she had just called and wanted to set up an interview. FINALLY!!!
My mind was totally in "Biz mode" the day of the interview that I had no clue that Jordan was going to "pop the question". That's why you see a very surprised look on my face in the video. After the show I started asking Jordan the following questions:
When did you start planning this? Back in August when we first met with Jeff.
Are you the reason why Paige never emailed me back? yes, everytime you emailed her, she would forward it to me. She didn't get back to you because I asked her not to so we could plan this without word getting out.
When did you get the ring? I went shopping for it two months ago and picked it up 3 days before the show.
Who all knew? Everyone in the studio knew what was going on except for you. The anchors, the other guests, the camera men, everyone. They brought in the celebrity wedding planner, flowers and bridal gowns in just for you.
I couldn't believe his answers. He did VERY GOOD. Not only did I get a ring, but he managed to promote the business in the process, incredible! Plus, and most importantly, Jordan had to get over a fear to make this happen. For those of you who know Jordan, you know that he's not the showy type. He doesn't do on-camera stuff often. In fact, the days leading up to the show he couldn't sleep; he'd wake up at 4a.m. and stay up until work at 8a.m. That's why this proposal means so much.
That's the thing about proposals guys, you have to tailor them to the lady in your life. Think about who she is, what she likes, special moments the two of you have shared, things like that. Then plan a proposal. Spur-of-the-moment type of proposals should not be an option. If you need help, call on us Surprise! You're Engaged and we can help plan and videotape the whole thing.
Now, that I'm engaged I know what my clients feel like and how special that time is. The best part, I have the moment on DVD and it's now my most prized possession. I'll never forget this moment. Thank you so much Jordan for picking me!
Love is in the air, SO TAKE IT IN!!!
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Are Wedding Proposals Dead?
If you ask me, I'd say absolutely not however, I do think some men have become lazy when it comes to this life-altering moment in time. And Hollywood is no help: On the season finale of “Entourage” this week, one of the characters proposes to his girlfriend only there was no grand gesture, no, instead it was more a spur-of-the-moment declaration of his commitment. Unfortunately, that's how some engagements have gone. Instead of taking the time to really think and plan something for your lady, some men opt for the spur of the moment thing:
1. The wake up in the morning and propose only works if you plan and prepare a nice breakfast
2. The romantic dinner proposal only works if you opt for champagne and prepare an out-of-this-world speech
3. The 'at-home' proposal only works if you go all out and light candles have music maybe prepare dinner, you know what I mean.
And of course every proposal would be better ehanced by hiring Surprise! You're Engaged (me) to professionally videotape the whole thing!
Getting back to the point, guys you have to get with it. The proposal is 100% you and your reflection of your relationship. A man in love is going to take time and really think about a good proposal and plan one around his woman; what she likes, what she would be impressed by. He knows his lady.
Take for instance my S.O. - a good man - he knows that I"m the type of lady who is going to want the world to know when he proposes. He knows I'd want my mom and dad there, as many friends as he can get and I'll want it videotaped to post on my YouTube channel. He jokes with me sometimes saying the perfect proposal for me would be during the next opening of the Olympic games; he would have to be the once carrying the torch and before lighting the flame he'd ask me to marry him this way the whole world would be watching. haha!
Some ladies aren't like me. They are more of the "just you and me" keep it quiet type of proposal. A romantic get-a-way with no one around or romantic dinner in a dimly lit Italian cafe. Bottomline, know your lady and know what type of proposal she'd want.
One thing for sure, that both types of ladies would hate, is the spur-of-the-moment proposal. Guys, don't ask during a heated argument just to get her to "be quiet" that kind of proposal would rob us ladies of the grand proposal women dream of.
An official proposal is the act that seals the deal— even if we’ve already decided to marry our respective partners. There's something about a lackluster proposal that just seems incomplete. Plus, it's a horrible way to start the martial part of the relationship, AND there's no great story when the eventual question comes to pass, "How did he do it?" Don't rob us of that glory, guys! Come on!
Take ownership, guys! The proposal again, is 100% all you. Take the lead and run with it. Use up all your creative juices. Keep in mind, the proposal is the memory your lady will always cherish and one that people will always ask about.
Now, I'm sure those of you reading this who didn't get the kind of proposal you dreamed of don't feel any less married, but I'm sure it's something you wish you could do over. Be honest. For others, I imagine, a proposal is an unnecessary formality that’s easy to forgo. So, tell me, readers, what camp do you fall into? Is an official proposal something you feel you need? Do you want your man to ask for your father’s permission or blessing? Does he have to get down on one knee?
Also, don't forget about my business: Surprise! You're Engaged - we help PLAN and VIDEOTAPE wedding proposals. It's all hidden camera work - she'll never know I'm there until she says YES!
Remember, LOVE is in the air, SO TAKE IT IN!!!
1. The wake up in the morning and propose only works if you plan and prepare a nice breakfast
2. The romantic dinner proposal only works if you opt for champagne and prepare an out-of-this-world speech
3. The 'at-home' proposal only works if you go all out and light candles have music maybe prepare dinner, you know what I mean.
And of course every proposal would be better ehanced by hiring Surprise! You're Engaged (me) to professionally videotape the whole thing!
Getting back to the point, guys you have to get with it. The proposal is 100% you and your reflection of your relationship. A man in love is going to take time and really think about a good proposal and plan one around his woman; what she likes, what she would be impressed by. He knows his lady.
Take for instance my S.O. - a good man - he knows that I"m the type of lady who is going to want the world to know when he proposes. He knows I'd want my mom and dad there, as many friends as he can get and I'll want it videotaped to post on my YouTube channel. He jokes with me sometimes saying the perfect proposal for me would be during the next opening of the Olympic games; he would have to be the once carrying the torch and before lighting the flame he'd ask me to marry him this way the whole world would be watching. haha!
Some ladies aren't like me. They are more of the "just you and me" keep it quiet type of proposal. A romantic get-a-way with no one around or romantic dinner in a dimly lit Italian cafe. Bottomline, know your lady and know what type of proposal she'd want.
One thing for sure, that both types of ladies would hate, is the spur-of-the-moment proposal. Guys, don't ask during a heated argument just to get her to "be quiet" that kind of proposal would rob us ladies of the grand proposal women dream of.
An official proposal is the act that seals the deal— even if we’ve already decided to marry our respective partners. There's something about a lackluster proposal that just seems incomplete. Plus, it's a horrible way to start the martial part of the relationship, AND there's no great story when the eventual question comes to pass, "How did he do it?" Don't rob us of that glory, guys! Come on!
Take ownership, guys! The proposal again, is 100% all you. Take the lead and run with it. Use up all your creative juices. Keep in mind, the proposal is the memory your lady will always cherish and one that people will always ask about.
Now, I'm sure those of you reading this who didn't get the kind of proposal you dreamed of don't feel any less married, but I'm sure it's something you wish you could do over. Be honest. For others, I imagine, a proposal is an unnecessary formality that’s easy to forgo. So, tell me, readers, what camp do you fall into? Is an official proposal something you feel you need? Do you want your man to ask for your father’s permission or blessing? Does he have to get down on one knee?
Also, don't forget about my business: Surprise! You're Engaged - we help PLAN and VIDEOTAPE wedding proposals. It's all hidden camera work - she'll never know I'm there until she says YES!
Remember, LOVE is in the air, SO TAKE IT IN!!!
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
My Weekend Packed with Celebrities, Chicago, Notre Dame and LOVE!!!
My weekend, OMG!!!, I had a wonderful weekend!!! My S.O. and I flew from Dallas to Chicago on Southwest (my perferred airline) for the Notre Dame football game on Oct. 3. I use to do sideline reporting for the Irish in 2005 and 2006 so going back for home games has become somewhat of a new tradition.
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Anyhow, the game was fantastic and tailgating was perfect! I saw old friend from South Bend and Fort Wayne, IN; it was rainy and in the 50's (football weather); and the Irish won in overtime. We had such a great time!
For those who follow this blog, no I wasn't proposed to. Though I did think we was going to ask me since we were on the Notre Dame campus with special friends - would have been a perfect time, but I would have expect it so I'm glad it didn't happen there. : )
Anyhow, the next day we drove to Chicago to spend a romantic night together. And boy was it romantic and special. First, we stayed at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Chi-town near the "Magnificent Mile" - great room.
Later that night we went to enjoy a comedy show at the legendary theater, "Second City" - a theater responsible for putting comedians like Joan Rivers, Mike Myers, Chris Farley and others on the map. The show was fantastic and so hilarious! If you're ever in Chicago make sure to check out "Second City"!
After the show we hit up this little Italian restaurant in "old town" called, "Orso's". The food was so incredible, OMG. Definitely a place I would use for Surprise! You're Engaged. I imagine they probably have several wedding proposals happen there.
After dinner we decided to walk back to the hotel, 2miles and 10PM. On our way we happened upon the Four Seasons Hotel - Chicago and guess who we saw getting out of this lavish SUV ....
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For those who follow this blog, no I wasn't proposed to. Though I did think we was going to ask me since we were on the Notre Dame campus with special friends - would have been a perfect time, but I would have expect it so I'm glad it didn't happen there. : )
Anyhow, the next day we drove to Chicago to spend a romantic night together. And boy was it romantic and special. First, we stayed at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Chi-town near the "Magnificent Mile" - great room.
Later that night we went to enjoy a comedy show at the legendary theater, "Second City" - a theater responsible for putting comedians like Joan Rivers, Mike Myers, Chris Farley and others on the map. The show was fantastic and so hilarious! If you're ever in Chicago make sure to check out "Second City"!
After the show we hit up this little Italian restaurant in "old town" called, "Orso's". The food was so incredible, OMG. Definitely a place I would use for Surprise! You're Engaged. I imagine they probably have several wedding proposals happen there.
After dinner we decided to walk back to the hotel, 2miles and 10PM. On our way we happened upon the Four Seasons Hotel - Chicago and guess who we saw getting out of this lavish SUV ....
Yup, that's the "Iron Man" himself - Cal Ripken Jr. He was so cool too. I asked for a picture and he sat his luggage down right away and obliged. What a wonderful person. Definitely in my top 5 Most Friendly Celebrity Encounters. What a surreal moment! Good times.
Our date night was capped off by all the great buildings and scenery we saw on our walk back to the hotel. The next day we checked out Wrigley Field and ate at Harry Caray's. My S.O. wanted to do a little shopping at Niketown so we went there and who did we run into .... Robbin Williams! Couldn't not believe it. He too was pleasant to chat with cool to be around. Again, SURREAL!
What an incredible weekend and impressive weekend; I'm just so happy that I could share it with the love of my life. He truly made it complete .... LOVE is in the Air, so TAKE IT IN!!!
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Surprise! You're a Jerk
I just ran into one of the biggest jerks I've ever encountered - in my APARTMENT COMPLEX. Now, we didn't make eye contact or even speak, but that's the problem!
Here's the scenario: It's raining, I'm rushing outside to roll up my windows. Realizing that I"m still in the process of moving into this apartment complex, I get some hangers and cleaning stuff that were left in the car. To be exact, I problem had in my hands about 30 hangers a broom and a swifter swiff-jet (love that thing!). As I walk a couple of steps toward the stairs I find it's very difficult to carry all that as I'm dropping hangers and the broom.
At about the same time, a lady pulled up in the parking spot next to me, a handicap spot - she's not handicap, and I know she sees me struggling to get my stuff to the stairs. Instead of offering help, she briskly walks away. Once I open the door that leads to the stairs, still struggling I might add, I see her opening the door on the other side (there are 2 doors that lead to the same set of stairs).
Alas, I second opportunity to right her wrong from only seconds ago and what does she do? Puts down her head and without a word spoken walks up the stairs as if I didn't exist or need help. Who doesn't offer to help another person in trouble? Grant it, I'm not dying or anything however, it's about respect and character. Who does that?
I'll tell you who does that ... a person who does NOT know LOVE. Someone who doesn't have love or romance in their life. Someone or even doesn't SHOW love or romance in their life. Stay with me on this because I feel there is a direct correlation between Love/Romance and Kindness/Courtesy.
Here are some simple definitions:
"Love": a profoundly tender, passionate affection for another person
"Romance": (verb) - a. to court or woo romantically; treat with ardor or chivalrousness:
"Courtesy": excellence of manners or social conduct; polite behavior, a courteous, respectful, or considerate act or expression
"Kindness": of a good or benevolent nature or disposition, as a person: a kind and loving person.
"To make friends, you have to be a friend"? "Love breeds love?" "Be KIND to others?" Where do you think all those lessons came from? Most likely your parents. And I'm sure they didn't teach you to be selective in who you practice those lessons with, right?
I know how to Love and be Loved because of my parents - they showed me love, they showed me all the above words. Therefore, I express myself to everyone in a loving, romantic, courteous, kind way. If I see someone struggling, I help them out. If I see someone who looks like they've had a bad day, I ask if they're okay. I'm the one person you'll see saying hi to everyone; I don't discriminate; I don't segregate anyone from my kindess and love. Why shield that part of you? It's so beautiful and contagious.
We were all born out of love. Once born our parents made sure to show us love and teach us kindness and courtesy for others. Overtime, we develop our own sense of romanticism.
I honestly believe that the girl from the story above doesn't have love in her life. Whether someone isn't showing it to her or she isn't showing it herself. When people are in love and romantic, they are happy and want to make others happy, not just their parents or significant others.
Like I've said before, I started my business, Surprise! You're Engaged because I found love and fell in love with the act of love and romance. If love breeds love, then I feel it can breed kindness and courtesy and if that's true .... let's get to breeding!
Here's the scenario: It's raining, I'm rushing outside to roll up my windows. Realizing that I"m still in the process of moving into this apartment complex, I get some hangers and cleaning stuff that were left in the car. To be exact, I problem had in my hands about 30 hangers a broom and a swifter swiff-jet (love that thing!). As I walk a couple of steps toward the stairs I find it's very difficult to carry all that as I'm dropping hangers and the broom.
At about the same time, a lady pulled up in the parking spot next to me, a handicap spot - she's not handicap, and I know she sees me struggling to get my stuff to the stairs. Instead of offering help, she briskly walks away. Once I open the door that leads to the stairs, still struggling I might add, I see her opening the door on the other side (there are 2 doors that lead to the same set of stairs).
Alas, I second opportunity to right her wrong from only seconds ago and what does she do? Puts down her head and without a word spoken walks up the stairs as if I didn't exist or need help. Who doesn't offer to help another person in trouble? Grant it, I'm not dying or anything however, it's about respect and character. Who does that?
I'll tell you who does that ... a person who does NOT know LOVE. Someone who doesn't have love or romance in their life. Someone or even doesn't SHOW love or romance in their life. Stay with me on this because I feel there is a direct correlation between Love/Romance and Kindness/Courtesy.
Here are some simple definitions:
"Love": a profoundly tender, passionate affection for another person
"Romance": (verb) - a. to court or woo romantically; treat with ardor or chivalrousness:
"Courtesy": excellence of manners or social conduct; polite behavior, a courteous, respectful, or considerate act or expression
"Kindness": of a good or benevolent nature or disposition, as a person: a kind and loving person.
"To make friends, you have to be a friend"? "Love breeds love?" "Be KIND to others?" Where do you think all those lessons came from? Most likely your parents. And I'm sure they didn't teach you to be selective in who you practice those lessons with, right?
I know how to Love and be Loved because of my parents - they showed me love, they showed me all the above words. Therefore, I express myself to everyone in a loving, romantic, courteous, kind way. If I see someone struggling, I help them out. If I see someone who looks like they've had a bad day, I ask if they're okay. I'm the one person you'll see saying hi to everyone; I don't discriminate; I don't segregate anyone from my kindess and love. Why shield that part of you? It's so beautiful and contagious.
We were all born out of love. Once born our parents made sure to show us love and teach us kindness and courtesy for others. Overtime, we develop our own sense of romanticism.
I honestly believe that the girl from the story above doesn't have love in her life. Whether someone isn't showing it to her or she isn't showing it herself. When people are in love and romantic, they are happy and want to make others happy, not just their parents or significant others.
Like I've said before, I started my business, Surprise! You're Engaged because I found love and fell in love with the act of love and romance. If love breeds love, then I feel it can breed kindness and courtesy and if that's true .... let's get to breeding!
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