Mimi's Next Story: Erin & Kevin

                                        
                                                         Going Geek

   For some people, the memories of homecoming events or football games dominate the highlight reel of their high school years. But for Kevin and Erin, it was more about the other well-known right-of-passage occasion that brought them together.

   Prom.

   Thirteen years later, they both remember the fateful day that one of them made a move that would change their lives forever. Erin asked Kevin to her Junior prom.

   Mutual friends thought they’d be a good fit. They both played lacrosse so they had that in common. But that’s where the similarities ended. Even as a senior, Kevin was painfully shy, more friend-zone than ladies man. Erin was a little more outgoing and summoned up the will to make things happen. She admired his tall & athletic build, dark eyes and olive complexion. His awkward and nerdy demeanor appealed to her. She was on the hunt for a boyfriend and quickly decided that he fit the bill.

   That day, they stood at his locker as Erin nervously asked that age-old high school question, “Will you go to the prom with me?” Believing the tall, stylish brunette was out of his league, he stared at his feet and luckily found the voice to say yes. Admittedly to both, it wasn’t exactly a fairy-tale; it seemed more like a romantic comedy. Erin was so afraid that he was saying yes out of pity, she made him tell her more than once. To break the ice before prom night, they decided to go on a double date to the mall. Erin drove him home that night and showed her heightened interest by writing her phone number on his forearm. Kevin called her the next day.

   Things moved quickly after that; they spoke on the phone often. Soon they decided to progress to the next step by declaring it an official relationship. Fortunately, Erin was able to look past Kevin’s kissing inexperience and lack of skills in making out. They both share that his initial technique left much to be desired.

   Kevin admired many things about Erin. When asked now, he talks most about her beauty, positive outlook, and desire to make other people happy. Her ability to make him constantly enjoy the great life they share makes him only appreciate her more years later.

   They dated for many years, only breaking up for a brief period of a few months. That time away made Erin realize that Kevin was the perfect guy for her. He, on the other hand, knew it the entire time. He still adores her more than ever and says how lucky he was to find the right person the first time around. Erin feels the same and shares her thoughts on how to know if you’ve found the one. She says, “If at the end of the day, you cuddle up in that person’s arms and feel completely yourself, then you’ve probably got it pretty darn good.”

   They got married in 2008 and reside in New York. Kevin works for a major phone company and Erin happily stays home to take care of their two little boys.

The Second Story – Melissa & Corey

The Twin Whisperer

  They were blonde, blue-eyed and dead sexy. Oh and did I mention twins? Muscular man twins, that is. When Melissa first set eyes on Corey and his brother striding across the lawn of the air force base that summer night, the fun of doublemint gum was the last thing on her mind. She was all about the beefcake. 

  Melissa was at a keg party with her friends and called dibs on him immediately. Knowing her well and having witnessed her wild shenanigans for years, Melissa’s friends knew Corey didn’t stand a chance. As one of the few female aircrew members, Melissa had her pick of available men on base. And pick away she usually did. But only this super shy one made her blush.

  It was months later when they ran into each other again. That fateful day, Melissa was still recovering from a recent prophetic dream about Corey. In it, they were married with three kids and passionately in love. Since she’d confided this to a big-mouthed friend, Corey had been privy to her amorous ideas. Needless to say, there was the potential for an extremely awkward encounter.

  Thankfully, they had something else to discuss. Melissa had accidentally dyed her brunette hair a bright shade of red, provoking Corey’s smooth first remark, “What did you do to your hair?” Luckily, it was enough to start a conversation. Looking back, Corey recalls that, before meeting Melissa, he had no desire to go up to someone and invite them on a date. Being ever so helpful, she was more than happy to introduce him to an old friend who knew the way to coax him out of his shell. I’m referring to the smooth and oh-so-sophisticated Mister Jack Daniels.

  The first date was a smashing success! Corey quickly found himself enamored with her beauty, wit, and lovely-shaped…eyes. Melissa loved the way he was just the right mix of reserved gentleman and goofball. She tells him all the time, he is literally the man of her dreams. 

  They got married in 2000. Twelve years later, Corey works as an Air Force pilot and Melissa’s still his devoted groupie. They live in Mississippi with their three sons.  

What a year Jonah Hill is having...

After hearing Howard Stern talking about (2012 Oscar- nominated) actor Jonah Hill’s new lady this morning, I had to find a photo.  

   She’s acting legend Dustin Hoffman’s daughter, Ali, and they’ve been dating a short time. Howard described her as identical to Dustin but hot. Apparently, Dustin gave Jonah his big break years ago.

  I missed Howard's interview of Jonah on Monday but The SeattlePi Blog reported he remained tight-lipped about the new romance with the aspiring singer, saying only, "She's the greatest person I know."

  

 Jonah recently ended a long-term relationship with high school friend Jordan Klein. Although the reason for the split is unknown, a source told US Weekly that it most likely had to do with her job.

  Mimi’s take on this admittedly old news- I have a sneaking suspicion that it may also have to do with the fact that he’s letting his new celebrity status go to his shrinking head. 

  After losing 40 pounds for his new movie 21 Jump Street and enjoying his recently upgraded lifestyle riddled with Brad Pitt quality time, I think Jonah became a real jerk. After seeing him spew nastiness in a few talk show interviews, I found his real guy appeal had vanished.

  Hopefully, this rebound romance will bring back the humble Jonah we knew and McLoved.

Photos courtesy of:

celebzine.net

poponthepop.com

zimbio.com

Hot Tub Time with Tebow?

If horsefaced Bachelor Ben makes the ladies go nuts, what if he were a ripped stallion like Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow?

  The host of The Bachelor/Bachelorette franchise Chris Harrison told Access Hollywood today that he met with the holy hunk about becoming the next star of the show, sharing, “I think he’d be a great ‘Bachelor’.”

  Harrison says Tebow graciously gave him the common response, “He did say yes… but he would never do it. He has a little job called quarterback for at least another year.”

  Fine, I’m sure being on this show would probably destroy his special powers. However, maybe he’ll find his real “special purpose” a la the movie The Jerk. 

Now that show would be worth the wait.

Photo courtesy of Celebritymorningnews.com

I’ll have what she’s having…

Someone is living my dream life today, and that lady is actress Jaime Pressly. 

                                                                                 @TheJaimePressly

Luckily, technology allows me to live vicariously through her twitter updates.

In my opinion, the sun & sand, a ridiculously fit bikini body and new romance all add up to an amazing weekend. 

As 30 Rock's Liz Lemon would say, “I want to go to there.” 

  Tweeting, “Happy Cancun Day everybody!!!!” @TheJaimePressly shared a photo of herself posing on a gorgeous beach. She followed that with a photo of her new guy, Hamzi Hijazi saying, “Thank Jesus for cute/hot men/boyfriends!”

  In another tweet, she admits to having made mistakes in her past declaring “And he's actually good to me. That's a change. Ha! It only took 34 yrs but I finally got a good one. Yay for me finally!” They’ve been dating a few months.Jaime's had her share of letdowns in the love life department so I hope this works out for her.

  Instead of being bitterly jealous, Mimi is feeling the positivity & hope and wishes Jaime’s happiness for everyone! 

 Jaime's show, I Hate My Teenage Daughter, comes back with new episodes on March 6th. 

Jaime & Hamzi photo from people.com

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Look Ma, no pants!

Ok, time to get real. 

Early on a quiet morning, who hasn’t considered running to the store in their pajamas? I think we’ve all considered it or even done it.

 But I guess if you live in California, the scene is less Zubaz pants and more leg warmer style. But that’s still no excuse for today’s look from AnnaLynne McCord.

No, not that!!

This… (click here)

Photos courtesy of:

www.philvania.com

http://houserockbuilt.blogspot.com

Will Jim be a doofus dad?

Dying to find out what happened after Jim & band geek Michelle got married? 

  On April 6th, you can find out - it's the premiere of the American Reunion movie (aka American Pie VII.)

  How many films about these perverted pals do we need? It’s as if we’re Facebook friends with these people... is a reunion really necessary?

  Just joking, of course it is!

  Click here for the latest trailer. I won’t spoil it by giving you their status updates here.

 Creepy storylines? Yes. Played out jokes? Yes.

 Will Mimi go see it? Absolutely.

Poster courtesy of thereelbits.com

The day Lust left Sin City...

Ready for a snausage party? 

  If you're Vegas-bound, you’ve got your chance when former Bachelor hound Jake Pavelka makes his debut with The Chippendales tomorrow night. Radar Online has the exclusive on Jake’s opening night jitters. “I’m intimidated to shake it onstage,” he said. “Everything I’ve done before this has been scripted shows, or taped, but this is the real deal.” He shared his main directive as special guest host for the night, saying his job is to “get the girls into their underwear!”

  However, it seems Jake won’t be doing the same- no stripping. He won’t be dancing or performing either. Instead he’ll have “costume changes.” Jake said, “These Chippendales have choreography, they’re professionals.” So I guess he’ll just be standing there? Either way, he really knows how to promote a show. Sounds fantastic…ly boring.

  The good news, he’ll have more money to take his model girlfriend Ashley Ann Vickers out on the town. Fans of the CMT reality show Sweet Home Alabama may remember her role as the contestant most hated by the other country/city ladies looking for love last season. 

 It seems that the only thing interesting about Jake is his type. 

 

Jake photo courtesy of realitytea.com

Ashley photo courtesy of cmt.com

Burritos for Baby, stat

Don’t mess with hungry people! 

   Jessica Simpson learned this the hard way when she tried to get speedy service at a popular Mexican restaurant in Santa Barbara. Thinking her burgeoning baby belly would help her bypass those standing in the super long line at La Super-Rica Taqueria, she “tried to walk straight to the front”, according to Star Magazine. Instead, the starving spectators “went crazy and… people started yelling at her.”

     In a scene described as “so embarrassing,” the starlet was escorted to the back of the queue. Shortly afterwards, she bid hasta luego to the lengthy wait and made the trek to a nearby Taco Bell for some faster food. 

No bueno. 

Photo Courtesy of thehollywoodgossip.com

Miley Commits...

to a life of shaving her pits.

Love Hurts …but true love can bring stabbing pain. 

Just ask Miley Cyrus who got the phrase “Love Never Dies” tattooed on her left bicep this weekend, according to TMZ. It’s written across the middle, close to her armpit - smart move because it seems like the most-sag-safe zone. Click here for a pic. Let’s hope she stays on top of her bicep curls. TMZ reports boyfriend Liam Hemsworth and crew joined her at the tattoo parlor. No word on whether he’ll be around for its removal.

Photo courtesy of liamhemsworth.com

The First Story - Lisa & Brian

            The Matchmaking Magic of Jagermeister

A weeknight out at the bar is usually uneventful. Whether making the trip out for trivia night, happy hour or a football game, people tend to be more subdued since they have to be up for work the next day.

  In this couple’s story, it was a Wednesday night at a Montclair, NJ bar. This popular hangout was widely known as a fun neighborhood bar and attracted large crowds of returning locals. Lisa and her friends were still recovering from a wild Saturday night spent drinking, gabbing, and dancing. A popular cover band had played, so the stakes had been high to keep dancefloor rage to a minimum.

 Mimi’s quick definition: Dancefloor rage is the feeling that occurs when you are trying to share a dancefloor with many other people and are constantly being slammed into from all sides. Elbows, heels, and even alcoholic beverages are commonly used weapons to regain stolen space. It has not yet been defined by Urban Dictionary.

  It’s never fun if you get kicked out of a bar. Luckily, they actually had a great time and when one of their friends wanted to go back to that bar a few days later, they couldn’t resist. Lisa, who worked in insurance marketing, was single; she’d just ended a relationship with a short-term guy. He’d been too boring. This particular night she was looking to just get out, have a good time and enjoy her 20s. This bar was just the place. 

  Brian, who worked in video production, was out with his friends and sitting at a separate table. He had just returned to the area after a few years of living in California. He was just looking to have guys’ night out with his buddies. His plans for the night were lowkey, evidenced by his attire of a hoodie and jeans. One of his friends was dating a girl named “A” who was there but seated at a different table with her friends.

  Lisa was one of these friends. After some time, the two groups merged together and Lisa and Brian were introduced. One of Lisa’s first thoughts was that she’d never dated a bald guy before. But that thought passed as quickly as it had come when the pair settled into a table away from the group and started talking. Their first topic of conversation would have disappointed any dating expert: their exes. But in their case, that subject broke the ice. What also helped were the Jager shots that were ordered to supplement their continuous lively discussion.

   As the night came to an end, Brian insisted that she take his number. He pulled what he thought was a piece of scrap paper out of his pocket and scrawled his number across the back. However, when Lisa returned home, she noticed something strange about the paper he had handed her. It was a professional business card. More specifically, it was a business card for a person (not Brian) who gave personal massages for a living. She briefly wondered why he was carrying it around in his pocket that night and whether it was a good idea to call him. But as you can guess, Lisa called Brian a day later and they began dating. Thanks to this story being written, Lisa finally thought to ask Brian why he had the card. He was stunned because he had no idea he’d used an entrepreneurial friend’s business card for his number that night and they had a good laugh about it. 

They have been happily married since 2008.

The Stories

Elation. Disbelief. Hope. Surprise. 

The pure joy felt by a puppy running through an open field. 

 Feelings that set the rest of your life in motion. 

As a true romantic and believer in fate,there's a question that I always ask two people in love.

How did you meet? 

Many times, it's all about chance and luck. For some it may take one look. For others, it may take several... plus a drink to become more open-minded. I'm also just plain nosy. I love hearing all the small details. Not everyone gets their blurb in the wedding announcements or has patient friends so I'm always willing to lend an attentive ear to both strangers and friends. 

But I don't think I'm the only one. So if you're fascinated with the unique details too, check out my stories. 

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