My fiance keeps asking that i write this blog, and so here i am, writing it.

Many of y’all know that I, and B, are MAJOR geeks and enjoy gaming and computers and other geeky things (like scifi!) and it makes sense that a geek should incorporate their geekiness into a wedding.  I do like the idea, but….. I do have *some* boundaries.

I’m not sure how many are actually familiar with the concept of UStream, but it’s basically a webcam/chat client.  If it came to podcasting or a press conference, or something along those lines, I’d be all for it, but not for a wedding.  Nothing against those who’ve used it for that purpose, but I have some issues that I’ll attempt to express as best as I can.  Please understand, this is my personal preference and is in no way a slight to anyone or a means to offend some of my dearest friends.

First, I’m a small town girl.  I grew up knowing everyone in the town and so many of my preferences come through this mindset.  I like people.  I like knowing who’s gonna be where when.  At a wedding, I want to be able to greet everyone who is able to come with a warm smile and a hug, something that can’t be conveyed through a webcam.

Secondly, when i started dreaming as a girl about what my wedding would be, i dreamed of all the kingdom coming.  I had an avid imagination.  But, to go along with this, I also dreamed of my friends being there with me, to witness me giving my life to the man I love, and the man who loves me.  To see my friends and family smile as I commit to my love is really my dream.  I know i’m probably not gonna remember who all was there, but I would love to have the time for them to see me in my wonderful princess gown (cuz it’s GORGEOUS!) That being said, I feel like the intimacy of the ceremony, the sanctity of it, would be lost in a ustream wedding.

Ok, so now for the part I am looking forward to…..

Since we are geeks, there is a possibility that for the Nerdtacular 2011 pholks (hahah pholks!) may have a unique opportunity.  That is all i’m gonna say, but as details are ironed out, I’ll let you know.

you, my friends, are amazing! ((((hugs))))