You guys, do you know how many months I’ve been sitting on this post, procrastinating like a pro and not hitting “publish”? I’ve been writing it and rewriting it in my head, thinking, “Oh, maybe I’ll tell them about how I forgot to make table numbers,” or “I never told them how I freaked out, refused to wear my veil, and shoved it into my purse.” But the truth is, time is passing, life is moving forward, and I’m tired of talking about this wedding. The real, honest-to-goodness truth is that, when you’re on the other side of this fantastic event in your life, you’re probably going to be like, “Get that wedding album outta my f-ing face, let’s sit on the couch and get accidentally hammered while we watch The Biggest Loser and not think about escort cards.”
And that’s being married, my friends. That’s true love.
Married life is extremely busy.
I’ve had such an amazing time sharing our wedding plans with you. Having these posts and your sweet comments to look back on is one of the greatest perks of being a bee. But I’m happy and ready to pass that privilege on to our new bloggers. I’d say it’s about time. Come on…you know you’re already wondering what the heck I’m doing, popping up here today.
But I won’t go too far. You can keep up with Sparks and me on my blog, where I like to talk about my crazy freelancing jobs (and also about a whole lotta nothing). I hope you’ll stop by once in a while. And, who knows, maybe I’ll pop in again to say hello.
For now, though, it’s time for me to go. Love you, bees! Thanks for all the fun!
Love,
Mrs. Sparkler (and Sparks and River Dog)
Off into the married-life sunset…
Oh my gah your ‘accidentally get hammered’ statement is the story of my life! Thank you for sharing your insanely beautiful wedding with us, Sparkler!!
It’s like you read my mind! That’s exactly how I felt when the wedding was over! (I still feel that way, but let’s just ignore the fact that I still check WB daily.) Bon voyage, Sparkler!!
I loved reading about your gorgeous Chicago wedding! Best of luck!!
I felt the exact same way about a month after our wedding, haha! Thank you for sharing your wedding — can’t wait to read your blog!
Your wedding was amazing! Sad to say goodbye but glad you’re a Chicago bee! 
Your wedding and journey will always hold a special place in my heart, wedding date twin I loved everything about you and your wedding, you’ll definitely be missed, Sparkler!
thank you for sharing your wedding with us! can’t wait to see what you’re up to next!
Your wedding was my fave! We will miss you!
nice post and thanks for posting your wedding life story.garden tent
Omg, your brittany spaniel is gorgeous. And so was your wedding Thanks for sharing with us!!
Boo. I know you’re totally right that it’s time to go, but it’s always bittersweet. I love your new blog and can’t wait to hear more about your adventures!
Awh I loved your wedding but am more glad to hear you’re loving married life! Congrats & good luck in the future
Awww it’s sad to see you go! You are one of my favorite bloggers and I just adored your wedding!
I love love loved your wedding and your posts, so I’ll miss you, but like Sword, I’m happy you’re a Chicago bee.
So sad that you’re leaving. I LOVED your wedding and will definitely miss you on the ‘Bee. Best wishes to you and Sparks!
Miss Sparkler- Thanks for sharing your story, beautiful wedding, and pictures of your dress (btw omg that dress. I still get dress envy!) with us. It was so great to follow along in your journey as we were only married a week apart. I felt a kindred spirit in you as we were going through the same events around the same time and met your husband similarly to how I met mine. Happy almost year and a half of marriage bliss. You will surely be missed!!
Oh, I know the feeling!
Thank you for sharing and best of luck.
Mrs. Sparkler, Chicago Age and Occupation: 27, Writer Fiance's Age and Occupation: 26, Publisher Engagement Date: July 21, 2010 Wedding Date: September 2011 Venue: Chicago Illuminating Company About Me: I’m a Southern lady living in the big city of Chicago. Well, lady may be a stretch, but I’m working hard to keep some Virginia charm in our sleek, urban, wedding-palooza! I’m addicted to marathons, not-so-famous bands, Chicago restaurants, and Mark Twain. I cry during SPCA commercials, and I think LOST was the best show to ever hit television. Mr. S and I met at a classy college mixer and, 7 years later, he’s still by my side. He’s the only child, laid back, free spirit... I’m the oldest of five kids, type-A, organizer. It doesn’t work on paper, but we’ve never paid attention to that stuff anyway. Somehow it works. And like they say, sometimes when you know…you just know.
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