"Quirky" Bridesmaids Photos.

You have probably seen these photos doing the rounds of the internet recently, it's a new trend apparently, so I thought they were too interesting not to share and discuss. 

I think that I am becoming a PRUDE. I think that once I may have thought this was a great thing to do (I hope not) but now I'm not convinced that I would want these as my wedding photos. I mean, where would I display them? Did all the girls give their full consent or did they feel pressured? I hope this isn't a trend now, but what would I know? What do you all think?

The Real Bottom Line.

Really can't believe my good fortune

This tale I'll do my best to shorten

The real bottom line

Was her yummy behind

It definitely relieved my damn boredom

© Jack Ellison 2013

Source: http://jezebel.com/bridesmaids-flashing-ass-is-the-hot-new-wedding-photo-t-1596600362

The Lou Quinn Ovarian Cancer Fund.

On May 1st 2013 one of my best friends was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. She died on May 13th 2013. Her name is Lou Quinn, and needless to say her death was gutting to her family and to her friends. It was so quick, so unexpected and so unknown.

The signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer are so vague, so please be vigilant. This list is sourced from The Australian Cancer Council:

Symptoms that may indicate ovarian cancer are vague and may include one or more of the following:

• abdominal bloating or a feeling of fullness.
• loss of appetite.
• unexplained weight gain.
• constipation.
• heartburn.
• back, abdominal or pelvic pain.
• frequent urination.
• fatigue.

Following her passing her partner, Terry and her Mum, Maggie, established the "Lou Quinn Ovarian Cancer Fund", which over this past year has raised more than $21,000.00 for The Royal Women's Hospital's research into ovarian cancer. This is an amazing achievement.

Please, if you have a bit of spare cash, donate to Lou's fund here. All funds are needed so desperately for ongoing research.

Terry is also on a huge fundraising ride around America currently, he is determined to raise awareness of this terrible disease. You can follow his ride via his blog, it is a terrific read, with great photos to enjoy as well.

Source: http://www.cancer.org.au/about-cancer/early-detection/early-detection-factsheets/ovarian-cancer.html

Best Marriage Advice?

A wedding is a fabulous thing. It's your big day, there is a dress, a suit, lovely rings, a huge cake, great hair, big party, and, of course, a fabulous celebrant to make sure that your marriage is valid. And then what? What is a marriage? How on earth do you manage to love this person for the rest of your life, through all the inevitable ups and downs? I had a bit of a trawl to look at the answer.....enjoy, and maybe, add your own advice.

"After a disillusioned first couple of years of marriage, my husband and I went to a therapist who told us: Marriage should not be so much about looking at each other but looking in the same direction together. I believe the message from this is to remember the positive things that brought you together and then to concentrate on positive goals to achieve as a couple. My observation is that all the cute, unique things that made your spouse wonderful in the beginning are going to be the things that grate on your nerves later. Try to focus on the positive, if you look for negative qualities in someone you are sure to find them" 

- Deb V

"Communicate, respect for self and each other, trust, faith, laugh together not at each other, don’t go to bed angry or hurt, remember your vows, don’t ask what you are not ready and willing to accept and let go and remember that often time we don’t know we’re making a mistake unless we are told so speak up without being rude and hurtful."

~ Antoinette 34

"Communicate. Make sure your sentences have verbs. Remember that only 7 percent of communication is verbal. Actions and non-verbal communication speak much louder."

- Dr Phil

"There is no right or wrong way to fix a relationship. Find your own way that works. But recognize when it's not working and be honest when it needs fixing."

- Dr Phil

"Learn how to agree to disagree. No two people agree on everything, and that's okay, but it's important to be okay with each other's differences."
- Lee Bowera, LP, PhD

"Research consistently shows that touching more creates a stronger bond by releasing oxytocin. Hold hands, rub shoulders, hug, kiss, give high-fives or even fist-bumps or bottom pats. When you give a quick hug or kiss, try to lengthen it to at least 5 or 10 seconds for more effective results!"
- Lori Lowe, MA

Sources:

1. http://marriage.about.com/od/advice/a/bestadvice.htm

2. http://www.drphil.com/articles/article/53

3. http://www.yourtango.com/201170768/50-best-marriage-tips-ever