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Editors' Pick!

Winner -- Voters' Pick!

Submitted by: Yvette Talaue (bride)
Wedding date: October 27, 2007
Wedding location: New Orleans, LA
URL: mrs.longjon.googlepages.com/

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Screenshot 1: Our bio's home page included links starting with how we met to the proposal to the wedding to where we are today and beyond. It really gives our family, friends, and viewers a feel for who we are as a couple and of course, a sense of what our wedding was like.
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Screenshot 2: Our bio included explanations about both my Chinese & his Filipino wedding traditions. This really gives meaning behind some of the pics for those who may not know about these special customs (i.e. the Chinese tea ceremony, the role of the coin bearer, the Chinese wedding door games, etc.)
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Screenshot 3: We included all our bride & groom formals. This was great for our out-of-town relatives, friends, & guests who couldn't make it to our wedding. It was a way to connect everyone to our special day.
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Apr 16, 2008
 
I'm so sorry I wasn't here for the countdown last night! My husband and I were out to dinner and didn't get home till late! Anyhow, thanks for the daily smiles and holding on to the truth! =)

Apr 15, 2008
 
OMG, I missed the whole thing!! I was out to dinner with some friends.. I can't believe it's all over!! Thank you for your wonderful comments, Yvette and it has been awesome having your support. I really did feel as if I met some great people online, it has been an honor. Hey I saw you are Chinese and your hubby is Filipino... I'm both!! I truly wish you the best in your new marriage and congratulate you on your amazing wedding, and thank you for sharing with all of us. Peace out ghetto fabulous...

Apr 15, 2008
 
every night in my dreams..... my heart will go on and on....

Apr 15, 2008
 
"we will, we will.. ROCK YOU (..know who)!!" hahahha thanks for all the laughs!!!! you always succeeded in reminding me how much fun this contest was meant to be!!! SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE!! *crossing fingers, too* XOXO

Apr 15, 2008
 
Before the clock strikes 12, I would just like to say to ALL you ladies (and you know who you are) that the best part of this whole crazy thing has been you guys! Little did we know when we all first entered this thing called The Knot Awards...all that would unfold. I have found some amazing new friends through all of this, and that is the most important thing I will take away from this experience =) The real winners are the ones who have treated others with respect and who have remained true to themselves and to what this competition should stand for. So cheers to all of you for 'keepin' it real!' ^_^

Apr 15, 2008
 
Girl, it has been a crazy journey!! But it has been so much fun. I am almost sad writing this because I am going to miss voting for you and commenting here every night- it is tradition! You are wonderful, and I am still rooting for you! Yay Yvette!!!

Apr 15, 2008
 
You, Jacquelyn, and Jessica have really been a blast! Your wedding was so beautiful and good luck in this contest! I hope you win and I will be voting for you :) Final 5!

by Kirsten Hegarty
Apr 15, 2008
 
I LOVE your movie too! moving on... Thanks so much for your hilarious messages and keeping the comment boxes fun to read. You worked hard on that site and it shows. Can't wait to see you all over Knot world :) Congrats and best wishes for a wonderful life with your hubby!

Apr 15, 2008
 
Yvette, you have a video? I want to see it! Much love for the lady who keeps us laughing!

Apr 15, 2008
 
Hey girl...last 5 hearts from moi. Good luck. I know you're gonna win =) It was fun reading your messages. I'm gonna miss it =(

Apr 15, 2008
 
Hi Yvette, thanks so much for the kind words of encouragement! It meant a lot that you showed your support and that there are so many sweet, positive brides in this competition! I wish I had seen your website before now...it is absolutely WONDERFUL...5 hearts for sure! Good luck! :)

by tanya ramirez
Apr 15, 2008
 
Hope you win!

by Shantel
Apr 15, 2008
 
Your website is really good, I think that you and True Love Expressed have the best websites. I hope that you win!

by Shantel
Apr 15, 2008
 
I like your movie, you and the Best Proposal should win this

Apr 15, 2008
 
Yvette, thaks for making the contest so fun! 5 hearts!

Apr 15, 2008
 
We're here!! It's almost the end!! My 5 hearts to you this afternoon... OK, I need to get back to work!!!!

by Kristen Turick
Apr 15, 2008
 
Last 5!!!!! I can hardly wait to see these in print or on the web or wherever they go! But I will be looking for them! Best of everything to you and hubby in life and everything that comes with it!!

Apr 14, 2008
 
2-1/2 weeks left! almost over..thank god!!!! this has become such an ugly/angry contest...5 hearts for you tho =)

Apr 14, 2008
 
Good night fair ladies!!! Hearts to you all as it should be! You all rock in my book, and that's the only book that counts. At least, that's what my momma tells me =)

Apr 14, 2008
 
the great philosopher, himself! LOL. YGM. =)

Apr 14, 2008
 
LOL! i've been saying that all night!!

by Kirsten Hegarty
Apr 14, 2008
 
Kickin some serious ass! Way to go!

Apr 14, 2008
 
5 hearts to a sweet and funny lady! Best wishes!

Apr 14, 2008
 
In it to win it!!!! You go lady luck!

Apr 14, 2008
 
Haha Yvette, I just read the comment Mayra left on your profile- she is actually really funny! Returning the five hearts, and letting you know that YOU have made this a better experience for me- you are just fabulous :) Although my academic career is looking forward to the end of this contest...ie I really should be studying right now...lol.

Apr 14, 2008
 
I'm fivin it:)

by franco balassone
Apr 14, 2008
 
5 Hearts!!!

Apr 14, 2008
 
5 stars from me again! We are so excited to tell you that the editors at Wedding Channel picked our story and photos to be featured on their website. Check it out under featured real weddings: http://www.weddingchannel.com/home.html scroll to the bottom and then click on our photo/names to view the slide show...

Apr 14, 2008
 
5 hearts without a doubt!!

by Amy Abbate
Apr 14, 2008
 
Your wedding is beautiful! I gave you 5 Starts...good luck!

by tanya ramirez
Apr 14, 2008
 
Beautiful Wedding! Wonderful person....Hope you win..

by Kristen Turick
Apr 14, 2008
 
You go girl! almost there!

Apr 14, 2008
 
5 for Yvette!! Woohoo, go Yvette!!!!!

by Suzara Tan
Apr 14, 2008
 
5 hearts to this awesome website

Apr 13, 2008
 
topping you off with 5 hearts...

Apr 13, 2008
 
5 hearts to a rocking website!

Apr 13, 2008
 
Here are my daily 5 HEARTS!

Apr 13, 2008
 
"hit me with your best shot.... fire awayyyyyyyyy"

Apr 13, 2008
 
p.s. thank you for protecting me from the boogieman!! He hasn't come yet, but there are still 2 more days, and I feel him lingering over me!!

Apr 13, 2008
 
Your 5 hearts for the day to keep you goin' girl!!!

by Kirsten Hegarty
Apr 12, 2008
 
Right back at ya! It's almost ova!

Apr 12, 2008
 
Here are my 5 HEARTS for the night!

Apr 12, 2008
 
omg, i couldn't really believe it until i saw it myself! but i was watching as it was happening last night! THANKS so much for saving me from the beating! this crazy person is really annoying me now. doesn't see get dizzy sitting at the computer all day! GEEZ louweeez! did you see shanni's webpage entry? i went down to 2 hearts today! its a total RAMPAGE! good thing you and maribel and the girl in photo are still holding up! ps. shanni seriously cracks me UP!

Apr 12, 2008
 
Something is rotten in the state of Denmark.... this whole this is soooooooOOoOO hilarious. At least they have it right for you and Jacquelyn!!!! Here is my support for the day!

by Kristen Turick
Apr 12, 2008
 
Like I told Jacquelyn... you girls are too funny! here's mine (and hubby's) daily contribution of love!

Apr 11, 2008
 
i'm getting voted down as i type this =(

Apr 10, 2008
 
Here is my love!!! You crack me up- one of these days my video will get four hearts.... maybe in 5 years!

Apr 10, 2008
 
Yvette just stopped by to send 5 hearts your way... I love the Adam Sandler song and your colors. Feel free to visit our web page too.

Apr 10, 2008
 
Hello dear, I'm here to give you your much deserved 5 hearts for the day. I am soooo curious to hear what you found out, I totally wish we could chat privately. I get so discouraged with this contest sometimes, but now I realize, it's no big deal! Like I told Jackie, I don't even think I get whatever channel the Knot plays on! Anyway, thank you so much for your support. I have to tell you, I watched your website again yesterday and looked at somethings I had not seen yet. I seriously cried it was so beautiful. You have some amazing images of what was a incredibly beautiful memory and no matter what, you always have that. OK, enough of the cheeziness! 5 HEARTS for you!!!

Apr 10, 2008
 
so many HEARTS!!! keep it up girl.

Apr 9, 2008
 
more hearts for you!!

Apr 9, 2008
 
Was there ever a doubt?! I told you I got your back girl! =P

Apr 9, 2008
 
OMG! look at my entry! QUICK!! before my 4 hearts disappear! YEAY! (for now)!!! thanks for helping me light up another heart!!!!

Apr 9, 2008
 
Hahaha nice Maribel :) It does kind of feel like that though! Here are my nightly five hearts for you- so glad to see you are still up there in ratings!!

Apr 9, 2008
 
Glad you made the finalist cut! Congrats again!

Apr 9, 2008
 
I'm the heart fairy here to give you 5 hearts to see you win this contest!!!!!!! 5 HEARTS!!

by Kristen Turick
Apr 9, 2008
 
thanks yvette! right back at ya! i'm glad to see that you seem to remain steady at 4.... now we need to get you up to 5.

Apr 8, 2008
 
CHA-CHING! (that one's from my hubs) =)

Apr 8, 2008
 
5 hearts... CHA-CHING!

Apr 8, 2008
 
5 hearts Yvette!! You two are so cute!!!! Totally crack me up with your comments. Thanks for your support. You better win!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Apr 7, 2008
 
I am a fan of your site! It's so beautiful. The pics are gorgeous, the music rocks, and the attention to detail is amazing! I love all the traditional elements you included in your special day. The wedding door game was sooo cute! 5 hearts!

Apr 7, 2008
 
My daily contribution to keeping you at the top girl.. 5 HEARTS girlfriend!

Apr 7, 2008
 
OMG. you are seriously busting out the ghetto-slang! i can't say i'm too good at it but i'm taking notes.... "oh, lawdy!" =) i've been saying it all day to husband. he thinks its mild retardation. but as you said, its unconditional love now. lol. well, i can't vote for you anymore today. i've already submitted twice (i cast the vote from my hubs, too. i'm certain he'd like your webpage if he saw it....hahahaha!) ps. did you read the message i posted for you in my comment box?

Apr 7, 2008
 
and you deserve it!

Apr 7, 2008
 
Right back at ya girl! I hope you make it all the way b/c it looks like you are:)

Apr 7, 2008
 
I do not EVEN know what is going on with the views! I am in grad school right now, so goodness knows I don't have time to sit here looking at my pics all day haha! Guess there is an obsessed fan out there, or someone is frantically trying to vote me down hahaha. Here's your daily vote :)

Apr 7, 2008
 
Hey Yvette! Still lovin' your entries! Plus you two looked stunning! I'm not one to write an essay so here are your 5 HEARTS for the day, sweetie!

Apr 7, 2008
 
GIRL! i was belly up reading your trail of comments! 'can i get an amen', that was just totally new orleans! aurora?? listen, i am a legend of geographic incompetency. unless the city is BOLD printed with a 'star' or icon of some sorts on the map... i do NOT know where it is. but i'm certain aurora is beautiful =). right now i'm a tub of lard in chicago. i haven't been able to finish eating a meal here without thinking of what i'm going to stuff my face with next. many days i haven't even allowed my last meal to pass through my stomach before i'm eating again! chicago food ROCKS! i just can't enough! looks like our strong 'hearts' have outnumbered the evil forces of the bridezillas! rock on girl! 5 hearts! whOOo-hooo!

Apr 7, 2008
 
GIRL! i was belly up reading your trail of comments! 'can i get an amen', that was just totally new orleans! aurora?? listen, i am a legend of geographic incompetency. unless the city is BOLD printed with a 'star' or icon of some sorts on the map... i do NOT know where it is. but i'm certain aurora is beautiful =). right now i'm a tub of lard in chicago. i haven't been able to finish eating a meal here without thinking of what i'm going to stuff my face with next. many days i haven't even allowed my last meal to pass through my stomach before i'm eating again! chicago food ROCKS! i just can't enough! looks like our strong 'hearts' have outnumbered the evil forces of the bridezillas! rock on girl! 5 hearts! whOOo-hooo!

Apr 6, 2008
 
Thanks for your daily votes, you rock!! Somehow some peeps were hellbent on bringing me down, oh well... I am happy to see that at least you're still at the top!! And I've been trying to boost you to 5 and Jacquelyn to 4... what in the world, you should both be at 5!!! Here are your 5 hearts for the day love, thanks again. ;)

Apr 6, 2008
 
Five hearts all the way girl- keep it strong! You are like the sole survivor of the voting carnage right now haha!

by Kirsten Hegarty
Apr 6, 2008
 
Do you realize we both have 'plan it / doin' it' in our siggies on the knot? I love you even more ;)

Apr 6, 2008
 
Thanks so much for your sweet comments!!! WTFudge is right! At least they have it close to being right here for you- five all the way!

by Kristen Turick
Apr 6, 2008
 
Beautiful. Beautiful. Beautiful. You two look so very happy and in love! I loved your comments and photos of you "breaking down" during your vows... so touching! 5 all the way! And thanks so much for your comment!

Apr 5, 2008
 
So happy to see you with 4 hearts.. let's see 5 now!! :)

Apr 4, 2008
 
Hi Yvette! Sorry havent logged in...but I visited your site today and you two look amazing! Definately my fav! I've also forwarded your site to my friends and family! xoxo

Apr 3, 2008
 
I concur! The whole thing is so hilarious to me!!! I love your photos and love that you have a place to share them with others- yay for technology!!!!

Apr 3, 2008
 
You are awesome Yvette! I keep visiting you daily to vote for you... 5 hearts everyday!! :)

Apr 3, 2008
 
So awesome! You two are too cute, and I love all the photos you have on your website. The black and white ones from your wedding day are great, so good! There is so much fun information on there! Oh and just since you asked, my husband does do a bit of graphic design for his company, but not much...it's sort of a side thing. He loves creating things and it shows through in his work. Thanks so much for your comments and good luck to you two!

Apr 3, 2008
 
yvette, jessica, and katie- the knot seriously needs to get a chat room bc if they get a clue after this contest, they'll know that comment boxes alone are sOOOoo not working. wanted to let you know that i've been traveling with my husband and desperately trying to get to get to a computer. of course, when he found out what it was for he just about rolled his eyes off his head!! you girls are the funniest! after reading your comments i feel like i can win the position for Presidency! LOL. thanks for all the encouragement, i'll certainly look into what you've suggested! hope all is well! gonna vote for you every time i'm at the computer! like NOW!!! =)

Apr 3, 2008
 
Gorgeous website! I loved how well organized and detailed it is. Beautiful, beautiful pictures. I love it. Lovely in every way. Congratulations for making it to the finals and all the best to you - and 5-stars from me :) Marie

by Kirsten Hegarty
Apr 2, 2008
 
Lovely page! What a beautiful wedding! Good luck with the contest :)

Apr 2, 2008
 
Trying to boost you up...5 hearts...

by Susana Ho Ng
Apr 2, 2008
 
Crossing fingers for you to get the 5 hearts!

Apr 1, 2008
 
Right back at ya! Good luck! 5 hearts to ya!

Apr 1, 2008
 
LOVE your website!! Hope you win sweetheart!

Apr 1, 2008
 
GREAT web page! Good Luck Yvette!! :)

Apr 1, 2008
 
I am so glad you made it into the finals!! Congratulations! I've been voting for you :) If I have it my way I'll vote you and Jacquelyn right into the finals!! Haha. Best of luck- you deserve it!

Apr 1, 2008
 
congrats on making the finals! I love your banter about the photo finals- let's start a private photo cool kids club where we are all winners in our books!!!!

Apr 1, 2008
 
LOL! you're a total riot! i was just saying to bianca that its been totally fun just having the experience of entering a contest. what's so bad about 12,000+ people seeing our wedding pics. that'll probably be the largest audience my husband and i will ever have! getting a feature in a mag would be sOOooO cool but it's kind of like winning a new car. i'll take, i'd love to have it, but i'm also happy with the one i have. so my poor husband will just have to make up for the large audience we had on the knot, all by himself. he's a LUCKY man! =P you've got my 'hearts' supporting you girl!!!

Apr 1, 2008
 
Yipee! Now the real competition starts. I am rooting for your website, and Jacquelyn's and Emily's. Yours are the real standouts by a huge margin in this category. Just my humble opinion ;) Good luck!

Mar 31, 2008
 
I just wanted to say THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart to all those who voted for us...our family, friends, strangers, and lovely brides! Best of luck to everyone in this competition! Let's just end this and declare all 15 finalists winners =) I know everyone worked just as hard at creating their webpages as I did! We ALL deserve 5 hearts for effort!!!

Mar 31, 2008
 
whooOo-hOOooo! you made it GIRL!!! editors' pick AND the finals!! they should just declare you the winner in this section and get it over with =P. best of luck!! you've got my vote!!!

by byron prevose
Mar 29, 2008
 
very detailed website. Beautiful pictures & I enjoyed reading about the different cultures. Great job! Congrats to you both.

Mar 29, 2008
 
Still a favorite! Glad to see you in the top rankings! Best of luck to you!

Mar 29, 2008
 
what's up chica! can't believe what's happened! our wedding planner had encouraged me to enter our website into the contest and our picture entry was an after-thought. i'm certainly shocked and excited how things have turned out. but look at YOU! i knew when i first saw your website that it was a WINNER! hope you take the prize!!!

by Abigail Molyneaux
Mar 27, 2008
 
Love all the traditions incorporated & the explanations. The helpful links & information you included was also a great idea. Beautiful webpage!

by Pamela Bohm
Mar 26, 2008
 
I can see why this is an editor's pick! What a great site.

Mar 26, 2008
 
Sweeet! I love that you incorporated the Chinese "Jum Chai" ceremony. You're a hottie yourself! 5 Stars!

Mar 26, 2008
 
I love that you incorporated your traditions! Congrats!

by Elizabeth James
Mar 24, 2008
 
Best website I've seen thus far!!!

Mar 23, 2008
 
I can see why this is an editor's pick :) Five stars- it is great! So impressed!

Mar 22, 2008
 
This was an awesome website!! Gorgeous pictures! Your honeymoon looked like so much fun!

Mar 20, 2008
 
This is one of the very best websites I've seen! 5 Hearts absolutely!! You're story is beautiful and so are the two of you together! What a treat for your friends and family. Congratulations and Best Wishes!

Mar 5, 2008
 
what a great website! so much detail in the layout. quite impressive! yours definitely deserves to win!!!