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Worst Wedding Guest!

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7 Things NOT to Do at a Wedding (Unless You Want to Be Uninvited from Future Ones)

Ah, weddings. A magical day filled with love, joy, and at least one tipsy uncle embarrassing himself on the dance floor. But while the happy couple is basking in their big moment, there are some things you, as a guest (or even part of the wedding party), absolutely should NOT do. Unless, of course, your goal is to become the person everyone whispers about for years to come.

Here are seven things you should definitely avoid doing at a wedding:

1. Don’t Wear White (Or Anything That Screams, ‘Look at Me!’)

It’s the couple’s day, not your personal runway show. Leave the white, ivory, or anything remotely bridal-looking in your wardrobe where it belongs. Also, avoid anything so flashy that it could double as a disco ball. If guests need sunglasses to look at you, you’ve gone too far.

2. Don’t Propose to Your Partner

Yes, weddings are romantic, but hijacking someone else’s big day to pop the question is a major no-no. Unless you’ve explicitly cleared it with the couple, keep that ring in your pocket. This is their moment—yours can wait.

3. Don’t Get Sloppily Drunk

A few drinks? Sure! Slurring your words and challenging the groom to a dance-off? Not so much. No one wants to see you hugging the cake table for support. Pace yourself, hydrate, and remember that if you wouldn’t do it in front of your gran, maybe don’t do it at a wedding.

4. Don’t Complain About the Food

Maybe you’re not a fan of the fish. Maybe the cake is a little dry. Maybe the vegan option tastes like cardboard. But you know what tastes worse? Rudeness. Smile, nod, and pretend you’re on an episode of a cooking show where the judges only say nice things.

5. Don’t Bring a Plus-One Who Wasn’t Invited

Weddings are carefully planned, from seating arrangements to catering numbers. Turning up with a “surprise” plus-one is like showing up at a dinner party with a stray dog—sure, it might be cute, but it’s also a logistical nightmare.

6. Don’t Hog the Photographer

Yes, professional photographers take beautiful pictures, but that doesn’t mean you should turn their time into your own personal photoshoot. Let them focus on the couple instead of spending 20 minutes capturing your “best angles.”

7. Don’t Try to Be the Star of the Show

Whether it’s an over-the-top speech, an unsolicited performance, or an impromptu wardrobe malfunction on the dance floor, weddings are not your talent showcase. Keep it classy, enjoy the event, and let the couple shine.

Final Thoughts

Weddings are about celebrating love, not testing social boundaries. So, be the guest everyone wants to invite again—dress appropriately, keep the drinks in check, and, for the love of all things good, let the couple have their moment.

Oh, and if you do break any of these rules… at least make sure someone gets it on video. For, you know, educational purposes.

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Brown Eyed Boys

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Chapter 1: The Eyes That Found Her

It all started with a pair of dark brown eyes.

Or maybe two?

Rita often wondered how love worked—if it was destiny that led you to a person or a series of near-misses and sliding doors. In the space of a single year, she met two men who would alter the course of her life in ways she couldn’t yet imagine: one with a soft, lilting Scottish accent that made her feel like home, and the other with a fire in his Italian gaze that set her soul alight.

Looking back, she never could decide if it was coincidence or fate that they both walked into her world at the same time. What she knew for certain was that she loved them both, equally but differently, and in a way that would pull her in two directions for the rest of her life.

Now, as she stood in front of the mirror on the morning of her wedding, fingers trembling against the lace of her gown, she felt the weight of her choices, the weight of those two sets of eyes—one looking at her from the past, the other from the future.

But which was which?

The question hung in the air, as uncertain as the steps she was about to take down the aisle.

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What is Love?

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As the sun sets on my romantic dreams!

I still don’t understand what it is!

A bit like electricity?

Love is like a light switch which turns on and, in my case off—I still don’t understand how that works either. Sometimes love lights up your world, other times it shocks the heck out of you, and occasionally it leaves you in the dark, wondering if you paid the bill!

Love is indeed complex, like trying to fold a fitted sheet. We think there’s a “right way” to do it, but let’s be honest—most of us are just rolling it up and hoping it doesn’t unravel at the worst possible moment which is a bit like some relationships.

Yes, familial love is often considered the simplest and most instinctive form of love. It’s like the Wi-Fi of relationships—always there, connecting you whether you like it or not. Sibling love, in particular, is a special kind of chaos. One minute you’re ready to donate a kidney, the next you’re wondering how they’ve managed to annoy you with just their breathing. But that’s love—equal parts devotion and exasperation!

Romantic love is definitely like a roller coaster designed by a mad scientist—thrilling, confusing, sometimes making you scream, and yet, you keep getting back in line. One moment, you’re writing love poems in your head; the next, you’re arguing over who left the cap off the toothpaste. It’s wild, unpredictable, and just when you think you’ve got it figured out, it flips upside down. Honestly, understanding romantic love is like trying to read a novel in a language you don’t speak, but you’re too invested to put it down!

Platonic love with men can feel like trying to keep a cat off your keyboard—no matter how many times you explain the boundaries, they keep testing them. It’s that deep connection where you think, “Are we friends?” and then, boom, they’re looking at you like you’re the last piece of pizza on the platonic platter. Love should be all about shared values, trust, and having a laugh—but sometimes, we misread the map and ends up at “Kissville” when you’re just trying to chill in “Pals Town”.

Self-love is definitely the best!

No need for mind games or decoding mixed signals—it’s just you, appreciating yourself like the absolute legend you are. You always know what you want for dinner, how you like your coffee, and let’s be honest, no one gives you a better pep talk than you. It’s the most straightforward relationship you’ll ever have, plus you never have to share the last piece of your saucy orecchiette!

Now that’s true love!

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To my Daughters!

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I am all around you
you'll hear me in the wind!

Listen for it joyfully
When you need me in the night
It's whisper it will remind you
How to get it right!

Look up and you'll see me
Shining in the sun!

My warmth, it will surround you
Caress you when you're sad
Don't despair, I'm always there 
in good times and in bad!

My memory will lead you
And soon you'll understand 
Remember just how strong you were
When last, you, held my hand!

My laughter is a part of you
Make it loud and clear
I've given you the tools you need
You are strong 
My Dear!

Margaret Mazzone

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Three Words!

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Can you write a story in 3 Words?

If you had to think of your greatest moment what 3 words would you choose?

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Friendships!

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What does it mean to be a true friend?

Who has been there most, or all, of your life?
We have people in our lives for different reasons and we should want to spend time with them, not need to.

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