Mrs. Tomato, Napa Valley
Age and Occupation: 25, Technology Project Manager
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 27, Engineer
Engagement Date: October 22, 2006
Wedding Date: July 1, 2007
Blogging Since: May 1, 2006
Venue: Auberge du Soleil
About Me: I love all things beautiful. From handmade stationery, feminine fashion and delicate flowers to the little moments in your life treasured with your loved one. I am also notorious among my friends to be a deal hunter! My best deal was perhaps my Monique Lhuillier dress for $1100 (orig. $5000). I also tend to use a lot of exclamation marks! =)
Now Introducing… MRS. Tomato!
July 5th, 2007 @ 3:06 pm by Mrs. Tomato
I’m married. I’m a WIFE. And Mr.Tomato is my husband (though I’ve decided to call him “hubby” hehe). 
After weeks of worrying about the day-of, I was surprisingly (miraculously?) VERY relaxed during the day. I woke up at 4:30am, blogged on Weddingbee, went back to nap for two hours, and waited for my bridesmaids to arrive. They were 15 minutes late. I didn’t spazz a bit. They apologized profusely. I assured them not to worry.
We arrived for our hair/makeup appointment half an hour early, so we decided to grab a cup of coffee at a nearby bakery. My bridesmaid Janice told the guy behind the counter I was getting married today, to which he said in disbelief, “Today? No way! You are the most relaxed looking bride I’ve ever seen.”
I was so relaxed that when I discovered a long, red ballpoint-pen mark on my dress a few hours later, my reaction was, “Oh well. Whatever. No one will see.”
The day went by quickly, but I’d have to say I was able to enjoy every moment of it. Some brides say the day goes by in a blur and they can’t remember much, but I made sure to relish and grasp the most important day of my life.
I had absolutely no regrets.
My mom ended up not coming to my wedding. And you know what? I was okay with it. I was incredibly happy to be marrying the man I loved so dearly, and that simply overshadowed everything else that day. And I think everyone knew that, because my friends came up to me afterwards and said, “I don’t think I’ve ever seen you so happy and content. EVER.”
Some preview shots…
My bridesmaids. The one with the biggest smile is my cute sister!
Walking down the aisle with my dad…
Side view of my dress.
The kiss!
Now I have to get ready for my SoCal reception tonight, so I’ll update more later (probably after our Prague/Vienna/Budapest honeymoon!).
32 Responses to “Now Introducing… MRS. Tomato!”
Congrats!!! You look gorgeous and I love your dress!!
You look so beautiful, I love your dress!
CONGRATS, Mrs. Tomato! You look stunning!
Mrs. Tomato, you look absolutely beautiful! And what a great wedding day story to tell 
congratulations! i’m so glad you truly enjoyed every minute of your wedding. all my best
congratulations mrs. tomato!
YAY! Congrats!!
Very happy for you! Congrats! U look beautiful!
Congratulations MRS. Tomato! You were a beautiful bride.
OMG! Your hair is so beautiful, and of course you look gorgeous! Congratulations, and I’m so glad that you were able to enjoy yourself.
You were an absolutely beautiful bride! You are also an inspiration to others (like me) with family situations that are less than understandable. I’m so happy your day was as relaxing and enjoyable as it sounds! Congrats!
The red ballpoint pen mark didn’t make you flip?!! I’ll need some of whatever you were taking that day……come on, spill the beans…was it valium, scotch??
Congrats, glad the day went well!!!
Congratulations!!
farmgal put it exactly the way I feel. It’s amazing how you’ve dealt with your family situation. I’ve been going through a bit of the same. I’m so glad everything has been working out for you. You looked beautiful!
Dear Mrs. Tomato: Congrats! Sorry to hear your mom didn’t step up and come to your wedding, but sounds like you have everything in perspective. Her non-attendance is only a tiny fraction of the day and now she’s the one who has to deal with herself and the guilt and how to handle the questions aimed at her (all the raised eyebrows are on her, not you), her own regrets about the missed opportunity to witness the day and be in these historic family photos. Meanwhile, you are free (!) and get to enjoy every moment of your reception, honeymoon and newlywed life, as you have started your own family and have new loyalties and responsibilities.
Blessings to you and your husband!
Soooo pretty. I especially love your hair.
I had to post because I noticed you’re going to Budapest. I just came back from there (went on a business trip) and from what I got to see of the city, it’s beautiful.
Have fun and Congrats!
Congratulations! I aspire to be relaxed like you on my wedding day and let any mishaps just roll off my back. So happy for you and your new hubby!!
wow congrats thats wonderful!
awwwwwwwwwwww!!! congrats to you both ^_^ i love love your hair, and you look soooo fabulous in your dress. i’m sorry your mom didn’t attend, but it was her decision. glad to hear you throughly enjoyed yourself. can’t wait to see more pics ^__________^
yay congratulations! i’m so happy that your mom’s absence didn’t dampen your spirits one bit on your wedding day. i am in looooooove with your dress.
congrats congrats!! you look lovely!
CONGRATULATIONS! your attitude and heart are in the right place. i’m so glad you enjoyed your day! have fun on your honeymoon!!!
Congratulations Mr and Mrs Tomato! You are a gorgeous bride! Thanks for sharing your day with us. Cant wait to see more pics…
Aww! Congratulations~!
wow! ur dress is amazing! monique lhuillier? you are such a gorgeous bride - congrats!
congrats mrs. tomato! glad to hear you managed to stay in the day and relish what took place.
You look so beautiful! Congratulations! Looking forward to more pictures.
Aww, beautiful! Have a wonderful time in Budapest — it’s one of the most underrated cities in Europe, in my opinion.
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jen liaaang! O M G!! first off: CONGRATS!!! i cannot believe you’re married and you look absolutely beautiful! just to give you a memory kick—it’s ‘freshman jenn’ from akc..umass..wow..its def been some time but so happy you’re doing well and MAAARRIIIED?!! haha. didn’t realize that you were mrs.tomato! my sis and i go on this site frequently (she’s getting married in sept. here in philly) but i didn’t know until now! anywhos..please keep us updated w/the married life! best wishes!!
Mrs. Tomato - you had a beautiful ceremony. I love the pics. I am going to be married at the Auberge also later on this year. I saw your earlier blogs about some of your frustrations. I hope that the day ended up everything you wanted.
I know I’m really late but I just wanted to say that my Mum’s not coming to my wedding either and it was nice to read that you were ok with it. I don’t know what the backstory is anyway - but I kinda feel like I’m the bad person in the situation…
