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Mrs. Powder Puff, Chicago Age and Occupation: 25, Preschool Teacher Fiance's Age and Occupation: 25, Career Services Engagement Date: May, 2008 Wedding Date: July, 2009 Blogging Since: November 12, 2008 Venue: Outdoor ceremony, banquet hall reception About Me: I am your typical Midwestern girl attempting to plan a sane, budget-friendly, fun wedding to the man of my dreams. I love shoes, laughing at “Platinum Weddings”, crafts, inspiration boards, candy, and basically anything I can DIY. While weddings can certainly be all-consuming, I honestly can’t wait until the ceremony is over and I can finally call Mr. Powder Puff my husband!
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Ed. note: Mrs. Powder Puff is on her honeymoon, but she really wanted to participate in this series, and wrote her post on her blackberry and sent it to us! That’s dedication!

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I first heard about blogging back in college, circa 2004. Sitting in a classroom at the beautiful Michigan State University, my professor was discussing new innovations in journalism (my undergraduate degree) when he mentioned a fairly new thing called “blogging”. At the time, it sounded narcissistic and, well… stupid. Who wants to read a glorified diary?! If only I knew then how blogging would change my life.

Fast forward four years. Mr. Powder Puff and I had just gotten engaged and I was searching the ‘net for candle centerpiece ideas. Bam! Up comes Weddingbee and Mrs. Lemon’s gorgeous centerpieces. From that moment on, I was hooked. As I continued reading over the summer, I realized that I wanted, nay, NEEDED to be a bee. And at that moment, I did something that I never thought I would do—I started my own blog.

Now, for those of you who have been following me from the beginning, you may have realized that I started blogging for Weddingbee waaaaay before our wedding. November of last year, to be exact. A full eight months till the big day. But I’ll let you in on a little secret. Come on in close and I’ll whisper it in your ear…

I actually applied to Weddingbee in September. And was accepted a week or so later. TEN months until the wedding!! Since I was accepted so early, Pengy said they would wait to introduce me until it was a little closer to our wedding date. Believe me, it was SO HARD to wait! To see new bees being introduced and wishing it was me. But finally I was announced, and my life as Miss Powder Puff began. And I’ve never looked back.

Blogging for Weddingbee has changed my life. I’ve met some wonderful new friends (blogging for the ’bee is a little like being in a sorority!), written for an audience, and gotten some really fabulous wedding inspiration. It’s been so fantastic to be able to get my thoughts and feelings down on “paper”, and I love knowing that in the future I’ll be able to read what I’ve written at such a specific moment in my life, and remember the whole wedding planning process.

At times, writing for Weddingbee has been a challenge. Whenever you open yourself up to the public, you make yourself vulnerable to criticism as well as praise. We bees are real people with real feelings, and sometimes the comments can hurt! I know I’ve definitely had my fair share of snark thrown at me. But I’ve developed a thick blogger skin, and I really wouldn’t change one moment of my Weddingbee experience.

Now, for a couple of tips for all you aspiring bees. First, apply strategically. The reason I applied and was accepted so early is because there were a HUGE number of Bees getting married in September and October, and I knew Bee and Pengy would be looking for new bloggers. So, I thought I’d get my face in front of them and see if I had what it took. Obviously, it paid off!

Second, really create a unique “voice”. Write how you would speak, and polish it a little. Sounding like yourself will help you stand out and be a more interesting writer!

I’m an aging bee. My time with Weddingbee is almost through (sniff!), and a whole new generation of bees are being introduced. And even though I’ll miss you all when I’m gone, I haven’t regretted one moment of writing for this fabulous site. So, good luck to all you new and aspiring bees! Planning a wedding is a wild ride. It’s nice to know you have a friend in Weddingbee to take it with you.

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30 Responses to “A Bee’s Life: Powder Puff Edition”

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Jessie516
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Jessie516 (message)  5,480 posts, Bee Keeper

I think it’s great that you wanted to be a Bee so much and you got to do it! :) It’s a good tip to apply strategically, thinking about your wedding date and other bloggers.

 
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Champagne Wishes
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Champagne Wishes (message)  1,187 posts, Bumble bee

Thanks for writing while on your honeymoon, Mrs. Puff! Personally, I think you can stay a bee forever :) Have fun!

 
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LatteLove
Hostess
LatteLove (message)  5,587 posts, Bee Keeper

Oh, Mrs PP I have loved you from the start! :-)
But seriously, I found Weddingbee your first week of posting and have loved reading your posts ever since. I’m bummed we didn’t get to meet while I was in Chicago! Hope you’re having a great honeymoon!

I love this series :-)

 
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Curlysue (message)  1,703 posts, Bumble bee

Wow, Mrs. PP you are hard core dedicated! I really appreciate the advice. I’m getting married in September next year and I wonder too just how many girls out there will be bombarding Mrs. Bee and Mrs. Penguin with applications! Have a wonderful time on your honeymoon and still come back to see us :)

 
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Miss Bruschetta (message)  5,565 posts, Bee Keeper

You WILL be a bee forever Powder Puff! :-)

 
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caro0104
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caro0104 (message)  18 posts, Newbee

You wrote all that on your Blackberry?????

 
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Newport Nuptials (message)  1,230 posts, Bumble bee

Miss PowderPuff I’m so happy you became a Bee! You are so sweet, and I’ve loved all of your posts, you were one of the first Bee’s i staretd following. You’re BeeTv was fun too!

 
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bellenga
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bellenga (message)  7,536 posts, Bee Keeper

That was so sweet Mrs. PP!
I hope you’re really enjoying your honeymoon and thank you for the heartfelt post!

I agree. This IS like a sorority! Beta Epsilon Epsilon!!!!

I think we need jerseys! Yellow white and black are the o-fficial colors!

 
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Gilneas
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Gilneas (message)  1,393 posts, Bumble bee

I’m so impressed with your bee dedication to write this out on your honeymoon on your Blackberry! I’ve loved following along with your wedding so much, and it’s so amazing the impact it has had on you as well. Thank you for sharing!

 
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ladybuglove
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ladybuglove (message)  740 posts, Busy bee

wow! you bee dedicated! what a great read and thanks for the advice!

 
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tea
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tea (message)  7,263 posts, Bee Keeper

i’m super impressed you wrote this on a blackberry! that screen is small. hehe. but thanks for taking the time to add your contribution. i’ve enjoyed reading your posts…now get back to enjoying your honeymoon!

 
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Ms.Editor
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Ms.Editor (message)  103 posts, Blushing bee

Mrs. Lemon’s entry on her candle centerpieces also led me to Weddingbee! Hope you’re enjoying the honeymoon!

 
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kmattso2
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kmattso2 (message)  1,046 posts, Bumble bee

Very impressed that you typed that up on your phone while on your honeymoon!!!

 
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starburst
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starburst (message)  125 posts, Blushing bee

You went to Michigan State? I like you that much more! GO GREEN! :)

 
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infamia (message)  169 posts, Blushing bee

A wonderful post, Mrs. Powder Puff!

 
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Mrs. Swan (message)  1,046 posts, Bumble bee

Puffy!

Thanks for writing this. It’s always interesting to hear what brought each of us to blogging and to Weddingbee! Now get back to your honeymoon ;)

 
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pvaulter718
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pvaulter718 (message)  2,116 posts, Buzzing bee

Mrs PP, thank you so much for your dedication to Weddingbee. It was actually one of your posts that drew me in to the bee for the first time!

Hope you’re having a wonderful time on your honeymoon!

 
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nicrob007
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nicrob007 (message)  119 posts, Blushing bee

Am really excited about this series, and ESPECIALLY hearing your experience Mrs. Powder-puff (I have a smidgen of a bee crush on you :) hee hee!) You’re a die-hard and dedicated bee to be blogging on your honeymoon. So thank you!! and have an awesome time!

 
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firemuffy
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firemuffy (message)  204 posts, Helper bee

I’m excited about the series as well. I get so many ideas in my head that when I blab out to my friends I think they get overwhelmed!

Kudos for you writing all of your info on a blackberry. That takes technique! I’m glad that I’m not the only one being so hooked on weddingbee!

Have a lovely honeymoon!

 
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Mrs. Penguin
Bee
Mrs. Penguin (message)  3,499 posts, Sugar bee

Hardcore, Mrs. PP. Hardcore honeymoon blogging! I too thought blogging was pretty narcissistic, but I find so many blogs I read to be so engaging and amazing. I’ve definitely changed my mind!

 
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Mrs. Powder Puff, Chicago Age and Occupation: 25, Preschool Teacher Fiance's Age and Occupation: 25, Career Services Engagement Date: May, 2008 Wedding Date: July, 2009 Blogging Since: November 12, 2008 Venue: Outdoor ceremony, banquet hall reception About Me: I am your typical Midwestern girl attempting to plan a sane, budget-friendly, fun wedding to the man of my dreams. I love shoes, laughing at “Platinum Weddings”, crafts, inspiration boards, candy, and basically anything I can DIY. While weddings can certainly be all-consuming, I honestly can’t wait until the ceremony is over and I can finally call Mr. Powder Puff my husband!

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