tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post5870437125198178875..comments2023-11-18T04:41:02.841-08:00Comments on LauraFrantz.net: here comes the bride...Laura Frantzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-30821976964601007912012-04-28T09:40:59.852-07:002012-04-28T09:40:59.852-07:00We'll celebrate together, Heather:) I think Wi...We'll celebrate together, Heather:) I think Will is a keeper like Randy!!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-29820995871747679022012-04-28T08:18:31.036-07:002012-04-28T08:18:31.036-07:00Aw, those are sweet and funny details. Isn't i...Aw, those are sweet and funny details. Isn't it funny the things you do--- and dont--- remember? Wedding days are a bit of a blur. I know brides like to fuss and fret over every last painstaking detail but I'm always like "you're not going to remember; you'll barely get to taste the food; take good pictures to remember!" haha, before the wedding my only wedding nightmare was that something would go horribly wrong with the photos! We had a professional photographer, but the style of all our photos are so formal and staged, they're really not my favorites now. Sometimes I wish you could get married every 10 years or so because when you get a little older sometimes you know what you want more! And now I know so many crafty people that I didnt know at the time :)<br /><br />Well, I'm guessing you both eventually got some food since you survived these 18 years ;) congratulations on coming upon the 20 year mark! I think the year you do, we'll hit 10!Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01162985502341523594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-53349451316726083552012-04-28T08:12:31.426-07:002012-04-28T08:12:31.426-07:00Beautiful is the perfect word, Rachelle:) I so lov...Beautiful is the perfect word, Rachelle:) I so love these historic fashions and the romance they evoke. Bless you for commenting and enjoying!!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-75420768436319345242012-04-27T19:06:44.722-07:002012-04-27T19:06:44.722-07:00Beautiful. :) Just beautiful.Beautiful. :) Just beautiful.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06150136011032761640noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-38093551590465717562012-04-27T07:58:00.143-07:002012-04-27T07:58:00.143-07:00So good to see you, Britt - you've been missed...So good to see you, Britt - you've been missed!! I love reading your wedding traditions and had forgotten about the stack cakes - some of those must have been towering!! So interesting hubby grew up in Amish country and the brides prefer blue. There's something so peaceful about that color. I think my own grandparents were married at a preacher's house. I want to ask my mom for details as I've forgotten so much and only recall the date - July 13. <br /><br />So glad you want to read Eden's story in Love's Reckoning. Not much longer now. YIKES! You're often in my thoughts - in fact I was just on your FB page this morning! And then here you are:) Prayers with you for your writing and any challenges you're facing. You are a dear friend.Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-61285854177564459222012-04-27T07:16:49.357-07:002012-04-27T07:16:49.357-07:00Just wanted to drop by and say: "Hello, can&#...Just wanted to drop by and say: "Hello, can't wait for your next book!" I know I haven't been around much but I never forget dear Laura and her scrumptious love of history. A few things as far as wedding traditions go...and you may know thse: 1. My husband grew up in Amish country (only a few generations removed from being Amish himself.) The bride often wears blue. 2. A lot of people in my grandparents' generation went away to be married in a civil ceremony or at the preacher's house (my mom's parents went to Georgia.) There wasn't a lot of fuss. 3. Appalachian weddings started the tradition of the "stack cake" in which members of the community brought a layer of cake. The higher the cake, the more popular the bride (I have this in my first book. But at the rate I'm going, it may never see the light of day. So at least I can share it here.) Jesus be with you. ~BrittBesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08397116071436885635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-63145377777778345732012-04-26T19:29:15.769-07:002012-04-26T19:29:15.769-07:00Ah yes, in His perfect time, not ours. I have a fe...Ah yes, in His perfect time, not ours. I have a feeling your man is going to be very special...:)Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-18752811428070232892012-04-26T19:22:13.467-07:002012-04-26T19:22:13.467-07:00Heather! I'm smiling because your wedding day,...Heather! I'm smiling because your wedding day, right down to the stormy, haunting weather and apple spice cake is so perfect and so what you like:)!! Reminds me of the story you're writing! I hope you do a post someday about the cake topper! I've found that the vintage ones are so well made and of much better quality than the new ones (but guess that's kind of a no brainer - sigh). That's sure a treasured heirloom for you - and I love thinking it might adorn your little miss's cake someday...<br /><br />OH MY! I love your query/question about my wedding:) I'm thinking it's not the paper one but mine and Randy's real one. So strange the things you remember - or don't! I do recall eating a grilled cheese sandwich for lunch before the 2pm ceremony. I was so sleepy as I didn't sleep a wink the night before because I was so giddy with excitement. Everything was kind of a blur (this was 18 years ago, after all) - but I do remember Randy showed up at the church in a beautiful black tux and was SO PALE! I thought I was marrying a dead man! I'd never seen him in that shade of white. My hand was shaking so badly the bouquet looked like it had sprouted wings. Somehow we got down the aisle but the football game going on next door and all the cheering sort of drowned out the vows. Randy's parents looked very grumpy in all the wedding pics - lol! Not sure what happened there... We had hours and hours to drive for the honeymoon at Lake Quinault Lodge deep in Olympic National Park (think Twilight and Forks, WA though I've never read the books). Everything was very drippy and cold and wet. I was starving (as usual) and the dining room was closed. The nearest McDonald's was 8 hours away. We were so shy we just sat on the dock overlooking the lake, stomachs growling, till bedtime;) I'm sure I've told you way more than you ever wanted to know but honestly, that's what I remember - bless you for asking!!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-74515390302836905982012-04-26T18:40:15.953-07:002012-04-26T18:40:15.953-07:00Aww, I'm looking forward to reading your weddi...Aww, I'm looking forward to reading your wedding scene! I love a good wedding scene. I hate to miss them :) I read "Anne's House of Dreams" (well, ok, I started it...) a while back and when Anne finally marries Gilbert it was so...ho hum. Like, that's it?! That's what we've been working for? Sometimes your readers earn that wedding, lol.<br /><br />We got married in a little glass chapel nearby, it will be 8 years this October! I remember there was thunder and lightening in the distance, and it was already dark dusk when the ceremony took place. Very dramatic, hehe. Especially since the room was glass on 3 sides. Our wedding cake was apple spiced flavored and we had the the icing made to be a sort of off-white cream color to match our wedding cake topper--- which was my grandparent's wedding topper, and it was 50 years old that year. Hmm, now I wish I had some cake ;)<br /><br />I'd love to hear more about YOUR wedding!~ :DHeatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01162985502341523594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-91882152658462443612012-04-25T19:42:04.561-07:002012-04-25T19:42:04.561-07:00Amy, I really hope you do that bridal scrapbook po...Amy, I really hope you do that bridal scrapbook post idea ~ endlessly creative! I'd love to see the details, though you're so busy it would be a true labor of love. Wish we could sit down for tea, too - wouldn't that be a treat?! I'm off to a tearoom around Seattle tomorrow and will post about that soon, though I imagine Ohio has some very beautiful places to have tea, too!! Very happy you like this particular post. I just never get enough of this wedding stuff so it's great to share with kindred spirits like you here:)Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-30327822290453407142012-04-25T19:34:32.180-07:002012-04-25T19:34:32.180-07:00Cathy, LOL;) You're so right!! I can't eve...Cathy, LOL;) You're so right!! I can't even find my wedding shoes, speaking of shoes... And I must admit, love that I can wear my bathrobe and not comb my hair for those paper weddings. Though I do miss that wedding cake!!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-67477070261586888782012-04-25T19:29:59.418-07:002012-04-25T19:29:59.418-07:00Stacey, You've brought back a wonderful memory...Stacey, You've brought back a wonderful memory - I remember standing up there, too, and looking at Randy and thinking how unreal it all was, actually marrying my groom:) Bliss! I don't recall anything we said either - the pastor might have been reciting wedding cake recipes and I don't think I would have batted an eye;) I love daisies, too, and they're my mom's favorite flower. Like you, we took a shortcut with a photographer and have always regretted it. He was a nice guy but just took photos for the local paper part-time! I heartily agree not to scrimp on pics as they're a lasting legacy for you and your children, etc. And you're so right - as we mature/age, things that once were so important are no longer so much so, if at all! I'd keep my cake but change the dress. Though I did love my viel - a headband of pearls with lots of tulle layers. Very romantic and beautiful. I keep it in a hatbox in my closet and take it out on occasion. So thrilled you are excited to read those books of mine!!! You're a keeper yourself, dear friend!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-89997723995527942302012-04-25T19:00:15.529-07:002012-04-25T19:00:15.529-07:00Your dress, Laura, definitely sounds like one I...Your dress, Laura, definitely sounds like one I'd love! I have to take back what I said about still wearing the same dress- I would possibly use that same one however the one I really wanted had the wonderful look with the cascading sleeves, colonial style I suppose, and oh....goodness. I will just have to take a photo of my bridal scrapbook of all my ideas from long-ago and post it somewhere. I KNOW that dress is pictured in that notebooks as it was torn from a magazine. Anyways..I feel like I'm at tea with all your readers, talking about the delightful topic of weddings. This is SO FUN and personable!!Sweet Peripetyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14427171975586724985noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-7752159735370036192012-04-25T16:56:05.505-07:002012-04-25T16:56:05.505-07:00Wedding on paper or in person? Well, for the first...Wedding on paper or in person? Well, for the first you don't have to wear dress shoes!Cathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00262189910282111065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-56956713654363387652012-04-25T13:49:06.170-07:002012-04-25T13:49:06.170-07:00I love reading about weddings! I am such a romanti...I love reading about weddings! I am such a romantic and can't wait to read your new books Laura! Dan & I married in a small church we were attending at the time. I wanted to be married in a white chapel, but it didn't work out for us. We couldn't find one that was large enough for us. The one thing that was really important was a center aisle. Isn't it funny looking back and thinking about what was important at the time? Our day was pretty much perfect, expect for our photographer. One thing, I will advice future brides is you get what you pay for for when it come to a photographer. :( That was not a high point for us, but other than that it was a storybook wedding! I would not change a thing. I remember the pastor was sweating (nerves or the heat of the lights from the church? lol I have no idea!!) I don't remember much of what he said that day, because I just remember staring at Dan and thinking "I can't believe we are getting married!". I was beyond thrilled to be marrying him. :) We did pick daisy flowers as a remembrance for Dan's mother. We used them in all the bouquets and now they are my favorite flower, too. We didn't observe any traditions, but it was our perfect day. I can't wait to read about the wedding Laura!!Staceyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15459864586004718139noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-38862230422840540922012-04-25T10:32:47.537-07:002012-04-25T10:32:47.537-07:00You and me both, Laura! I'm looking forward to...You and me both, Laura! I'm looking forward to that surprise in His perfect timing.Caseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00920406327885410557noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-89967985469894016912012-04-25T07:53:52.792-07:002012-04-25T07:53:52.792-07:00I can hardly wait to write it, dear Casey! Am glad...I can hardly wait to write it, dear Casey! Am glad you'll be a guest at my storybook wedding:) Love your thoughts on your own special day. More than anything, I'm so anxious/excited to meet your real-life hero though you may not know who he is yet! The Lord loves surprises:)Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-10411831561403918442012-04-25T07:26:46.274-07:002012-04-25T07:26:46.274-07:00How beautiful is that!!? I can't wait to read ...How beautiful is that!!? I can't wait to read that wedding scene. :)<br /><br />I dream a little bit about my wedding...more about how I would love it to be and not so much the dress...yet. ;-) I'd love a small, intimate backyard wedding and a large family reception at a more formal venue. Oh, but I have time! :)Caseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00920406327885410557noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-8448559064806878232012-04-25T07:02:30.287-07:002012-04-25T07:02:30.287-07:00Jennie, I forgot to mention how much I love the An...Jennie, I forgot to mention how much I love the Anne books - and the TV series!! I'll have to look for "Along the Shore" as I love the beach and lighthouses and such. Have often wanted to write a story with that setting. <br /><br />SO GLAD you like "Washington's Lady"! And you said something so true - writing in first person often takes the reader into the story in a deeper way, as if you're that person or that person is talking privately with you. Nancy does it so well. You sound like you're enjoying it as much as I am "The Many Faces of George W," thanks to you:) I find it so fascinating that he really looked nothing like we think he looked! He was considered such an amazing athlete, particularly horseman, and had that reddish hair - those wax figures make him look very English, which he was... Martha got quite a catch!!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-66111409978640724732012-04-25T06:57:29.976-07:002012-04-25T06:57:29.976-07:00Renee, I so know how that feels as I was a bridesm...Renee, I so know how that feels as I was a bridesmaid several times over and nary a hero of my own in sight! BTW, Casey is doing a great series on not compromising or waiting for "the one" in June. I thought I'd mention it here as she has some great guests lined up. Thanks so much for your great comments - you always add so much!!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-1031670918069520012012-04-25T06:54:49.952-07:002012-04-25T06:54:49.952-07:00Whoops! It's morning and I can't seem to f...Whoops! It's morning and I can't seem to find the reply button:) Please see below...!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-51982815591312714752012-04-25T06:54:13.134-07:002012-04-25T06:54:13.134-07:00Gabrielle, Oh, I hope someone made a video of your...Gabrielle, Oh, I hope someone made a video of your June Bride surprise!! That sounds wonderful and memorable and funny and touching - just the thing weddings/receptions should be made of. You are well loved!! I can just imagine the thought and time that took!! And I'm smiling as SBFSB is one of my favorites and also Randy's. It's one of the few movies we've watched again and again. There's something about Howard Keel and his incredible voice and then his romance with Jane Powell that is truly timeless:) We own a copy, too, and get so tickled at all the brother's antics! <br /><br />That's one thing I really missed at our wedding - no dancing. Our church fellowship hall was being built and so we had to have a reception at Randy's parents home - no dance floor! But it's fun hearing what songs you and others chose and thinking which ones I'd like to have had. I love your booklet of wedding trivia for guests!! So creative and YOU. <br /><br />Reading about all these weddings makes me want to attend one - and not a wedding invitation in sight! Congrats on 11 beautiful years, Gabrielle - and 4 beautiful kids:)Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-52291518438429230482012-04-24T21:21:49.945-07:002012-04-24T21:21:49.945-07:00When Dave and I were married almost eleven years a...When Dave and I were married almost eleven years ago our ceremony was in our hometown, but our reception was held thirty miles away so I created a booklet of wedding trivia that was handed out to our guests as they left the ceremony to read on the way to the reception. It was a hit and I so enjoyed putting it together. I've always loved history!<br /><br />Our ceremony was very traditional (my favorite kind!) and the reception was a blast. We had almost 400 guests. The first song we danced to as a couple was Jimmy Durante's "As Time Goes By." But my favorite part of the whole day was when my bridesmaid's surprised me during the reception...<br /><br />My favorite movie of all time is "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" and I specifically chose to get married in June because of the song "June Bride" I also had seven bridesmaids. :) During the reception they took me on to the dance floor and had me sit in the middle of it. They had borrowed my soundtrack to the movie (yes, I own it...) without my knowledge and they had choreographed a whole routine to "June Bride," including lip synching! I cried and laughed and cried some more! It was well outside most of their comfort zones so it made it all the more special for me. They did a beautiful job and it's a memory I will hold in my heart forever. I have some amazing friends and family members. <br /><br />Thanks for the invitation to take a trip down memory lane! I'm smiling as I write this comment. :)Gabrielle Meyerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12479898337766911768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-19190226587178322062012-04-24T20:08:35.594-07:002012-04-24T20:08:35.594-07:00Hahaha I know what you mean sites like Pinterest a...Hahaha I know what you mean sites like Pinterest are great for all day distractions too when it comes to pretty stuff! Thanks for reminding me that I don't need to feel like I'm the only one whose not married in her 20s. You kind of feel sad when you're pretty much the only girl from your group of friends whose not married or at least planning a wedding you know? *Sigh* someday my prince will come LOL!<br /><br />xoxo~ Renee C.Renee (BlacknGoldGirlsBookSpot)https://www.blogger.com/profile/02701232799625814028noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-59334472464355702482012-04-24T19:51:54.615-07:002012-04-24T19:51:54.615-07:00Yes, I do believe Gwen tops the stories on this pa...Yes, I do believe Gwen tops the stories on this page! <br />As for the snake, I was composed. I turned and told my dad. Oops. Thankfully my sister was thinking about a certain groom and nothing else:) Quite funny how the guys who were on traffic duty jumped into snake patrol duty:) <br />Yes, usually the grooms side is less involved. Not as exciting- although, you gain a new sister! And later a few cute nieces and nephews!<br />L.M.M. - so glad you enjoy her books! I have not read many outside of the series of 8 about Anne. My favorite short story book is called "Along the Shore". I can transport myself to the ocean with those stories:) <br />Speaking of books - I am reading "Washington's Lady" as you suggested. I am learning so much! The use of first person makes me feel like Martha. I teared up when Patsy died. I get shivers when they mention where they are at Mt. Vernon - because it's possible I stood there when I visited. I do wonder how much is known and how many things are imagined. N. Mozer had done her research - time for mine? <br />JennieJennienoreply@blogger.com