RSLancastr and RSL's Better Half's Wedding Pics!

[RSLancastr]

NOTE: Since many who know me here hang out mainly in this forum, I'm duplicating this thread from the Community Forum here.

All:

Back on June 1 2007, my gal and I became Mr. and Mrs. Robert and Susan Lancaster.

Here are some photos of the event:

The Bride
http://www.playingcardgallery.com/wedding/lovell/susanready.jpg
She just got ready. The VanGoghesque painting behind her was done by her father, who passed away long before Susan and I met. It was nice that his painting is now part of the day through this photo...

The Groom
http://www.playingcardgallery.com/wedding/lovell/robertready.jpg
As cleaned up and ready as he'll ever be. Note the boutoniere - our wedding colors were blue (her favorite color) and purple (mine), The yellow rose has a special meaning to us. Before our first date, I asked her cousin what Susan's favorite flower was, which turned out to be the yellow rose. So on our first date, I showed up at her doorstep with a single yellow rose, and have given her bouquets of them many, many times since then.

The Ceremony
http://www.playingcardgallery.com/wedding/lovell/ceremony.jpg
The wedding took place in our back yard. The officiant was our dear friend Neil.

The Kiss
http://www.playingcardgallery.com/wedding/lovell/kiss.jpg

Husband and Wife
http://www.playingcardgallery.com/wedding/lovell/husbandandwife1.jpg

The Hug
http://www.playingcardgallery.com/wedding/lovell/husbandandwife2.jpg

The Wedding Party
http://www.playingcardgallery.com/wedding/lovell/weddingparty.jpg

The Gift
http://www.playingcardgallery.com/wedding/lovell/notsinging.jpg
These are my three siblings. I'm the only one of us who has a decent singing voice. They tell me that when we were kids (I'm the youngest) when any of them would start to sing, I would ask them to please stop... Over the years, each of them had me sing at their wedding. So after the ceremony, they said they wanted to give me their special gift. They stood in front of me, and said "Ready? One, two three!" After a moment of silence and a puzzled look from me, they said "we're not singing for you!" :D

The Bouquet
http://www.playingcardgallery.com/wedding/lovell/signature.jpg
This is the photographer's "signature shot" he does of every wedding couple he photographs. Notice the five yellow roses? Our wedding day was the fifth anniversary of that day I showed up on her doorstep with a single yellow rose.

Maybe some more photos later, but I wanted to put these up today.

[SuperSquirrel]

Awww! I hope that went I finally get married that my wedding will be as nice and full of love as that one was.

Congrats!!

[zombiebex]

Awwww....

Lovely photos! You all look so happy!

Congrats again, man! May you have many happy years together.

[-Fran-]

How cute :) Congratulations!!

[EeneyMinnieMoe]

:D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D

That's incredible! Lots of luck to both of you!

So...how are you finding married life? :)

[Tricky]

Great shots, Mr. & Ms. L.

Gotta wonder though, why is this thread under "General Skepticism and the Paranormal"? Were the pictures Photoshopped? Did something paranormal happen on your wedding night?

[Monza]

Nice photos, Robert! I wish the two of you many years of happiness.

Who knew Robert Lancaster was a romantic?

[Ed Baehr]

Robert,
Congratulations to both you and Susan.
Ed Baehr

[Brown]

Loved the photos. Loved "The Kiss," "The Hug" and especially "The Gift."

If you want to know what an expression of deep joy looks like, look at the two people facing each other in "The Ceremony."

[grayman]

:cry1 Beautiful...just beautiful...

[athon]

I would have cried.

Dude, that looks like one kick arse day. I'm happy for the both of you. Remember, even if you're not having kids, it plans to keep practicing the baby-making process anyway. Just in case. I think there's a law about it or something.

Athon

[Reno]

Tears in my eyes.

[JoeTheJuggler]

Gotta wonder though, why is this thread under "General Skepticism and the Paranormal"? Were the pictures Photoshopped? Did something paranormal happen on your wedding night?

Well I did notice something in the area behind that wall in "The Wedding Party" photo in the area I've highlighted.
I enlarged and enhanced that area. As you can see, it's nothing to be concerned about--just a cloud of cigarette smoke or maybe some schmutz on the camera lens.

[rjh01]

Great shots, Mr. & Ms. L.

Gotta wonder though, why is this thread under "General Skepticism and the Paranormal"? Were the pictures Photoshopped? Did something paranormal happen on your wedding night?

The serious answer - see the OP.

The other answer - Paranormal event. An earthquake hit their hotel room but no-one else in the world felt it.

This thread definatly belongs here. The other thread (http://forums.randi.org/showthread.php?t=86198) should be moved here.

[yairhol]

Holy Crap...Sylvia was invited to the wedding and we weren't?

Congratulations. You both look very happy.
I wish you many many years of hapinness together.

I'm curious to know, what does your wife think of your web site against Sylvia Brown? Is your wife a critical thinker too?

Regards,
Yair

[EeneyMinnieMoe]

If it's not too personal, I take it this is your second marriage?

[Ersby]

Congrats! Love the expression on your face in The Gift.

[clerihew80]

Mazal Tov!

[thatguywhojuggles]

Congrats! You two look very happy!

[Kenny 10 Bellys]

Now that's a distinguished set of facial hair wearers if ever I saw one. Very impressive, and I hope you're very happy together.

By the way, the dark-haired woman on the end, is she married at all? Enquiring minds like to know these things.

[sophia8]

Tears in my eyes.Me too. I've got Dry Eye Syndrome, which means I have to keep my eyes wet by any means. So I'm looking at these lovely pictures again and again and again.....
Yes, it's a definitely a two-hanky job.

Congrats to you both, and wishing you lots more yellow roses to come!

[sinclairmcevoy]

Great shots, Mr. & Ms. L.

Gotta wonder though, why is this thread under "General Skepticism and the Paranormal"? Were the pictures Photoshopped? Did something paranormal happen on your wedding night?Yeah, what's goin on here? Congatulations by the way, Tricky makes me wonder though.....

[Beth]

Congratulations. May you have many happy years together.

[Moochie]

Resplendent, my dear fellow. Resplendent.

Hearty congratulations.

M.

[Slimething]

A lovely day and great photos. Thanks, RSL! If we ever meet, I'll show my appreciation for not singing for you, either.

Much happiness!

[RSLancastr]

Thanks, everyone!

Now, to the questions...

Gotta wonder though, why is this thread under "General Skepticism and the Paranormal"? Were the pictures Photoshopped?Yes, I actually do not have a beard.

Did something paranormal happen on your wedding night?No, quite normal. for us! :)

Holy Crap...Sylvia was invited to the wedding and we weren't?Naaah. There were guards posted at each entrance, with instructions to keep out anyone with claws. Must be why she had to peek over the back wall...

I'm curious to know, what does your wife think of your web site against Sylvia Brown?She is very supportive of me in everything I do, including the site. She was instrumental in getting me involved in the situation which led to the StopKaz.com site. And, whenever I would remark on how angry Browne, Edward and their lot made me, she would say "Well then, do something about it!"

So I did.

Is your wife a critical thinker too?We have come to different conclusions on some things (e.g., she is a Christian, I am an agnostic), but overall, I think we both try to think things through.

If it's not too personal, I take it this is your second marriage?Yes, for both of us.

Who knew Robert Lancaster was a romantic?Susan!

Remember, even if you're not having kids, it plans to keep practicing the baby-making process anyway. Just in case.We will certainly take your advice to heart.

Well I did notice something in the area behind that wall in "The Wedding Party" photo in the area I've highlighted.
I enlarged and enhanced that area. As you can see, it's nothing to be concerned about--just a cloud of cigarette smoke or maybe some schmutz on the camera lens.:eek:

By the way, the dark-haired woman on the end, is she married at all? Enquiring minds like to know these things.She is single. But be careful, or her father will create StopKenny10Bellys.com.

[Chimera]

Well I did notice something in the area behind that wall in "The Wedding Party" photo in the area I've highlighted.


Freakin' hilarious.

[Chimera]

Robert, your pictures are beautiful. You both look stunning. The blue/violet/yellow really works. Nice backyard!

Again, congratulations to you both.

[Skeptic Guy]

Beautiful pictures. Beautiful couple. Congratulations and a hearty wish for many years of happiness.

[Ducky]

Awww.

Congrats RSL! Very great pics!

[newlyfound]

WOW, Robert, as you confirmed, you are Huge, at least in two respects. Those are some Gorgeous Pictures. Thanks you for sharing them. Congratulations to both of you:) .

[SeekingTruth]

The love between you and Susan is very clear in those pictures. May you both have a long, happy, healthy life together.

ST

[Minarvia]

My best wishes to the both of you. Congratulations!

[Hindmost]

Congrats...enjoy the adventure.

glenn

[lister]

Robert, I don't post very often but I just wanted to say how amazing those photos were, and to see such love between you both. You given a miserable cynic a lump in his throat.

MASSIVELY happy for you both,you deserve every bit of joy that comes your way, and may it be lots. And contrary to your common self-depreciating remarks, you are one dapper looking dude!

[RSL's better half]

Nice photos, Robert! I wish the two of you many years of happiness.

Who knew Robert Lancaster was a romantic?

me!

[Orangutan]

Naaaaaaaaw.

Congrats.

[Oroborus]

:D congrats!


and on a side note I really like your beard for some reason.

[Moochie]

me!

Ah, right, then. And how do you feel about the "other woman" in Robert's life?

It's OK if you prefer not to answer, I'm just being nosey. :)


M.

[Fnord]

Susan, I hope you were fully prepared for being married to a merciless skeptic!

Always tell him the truth ... we don't want to be seeing a website named "StopSusan" ... right? ;)

May peace, long life, and prosperity be upon the House of Lancaster.

[Senex]

My best wishes to you both. I know Robert is smart and Susan's photo is beautiful. My best.

[DeVega]

Awww, how lovely! First this evening I watched 'Happy Feet' & now RSLs wedding pics. I'm a snuffling wreck!

Many Congratulations Mr & Mrs lancaster. I wish you every happiness.

DeVega

[Tumblehome]

RSL, I don't know you and your bride from Adam and Eve, but I was touched by the obvious affection between you. And between a Christian and an agnostic, no less!

I nominate the two of you for the TLA--The Lovers Award! :)

[Earthborn]

Sylvia Browne predicts you will have a very short and miserable marriage! Of course I'm not as good a psychic as she is, but I just had a vision in which I saw a million yellow roses. Does that mean anything to you?

[EeneyMinnieMoe]

RSL, I don't know you and your bride from Adam and Eve, but I was touched by the obvious affection between you. And between a Christian and an agnostic, no less!

I nominate the two of you for the TLA--The Lovers Award! :)

My first boyfiend way back in junior year of high school was a Muslim. My last one was a Catholic. They were both too open minded and liberal for differences in religion to even arrise as an issue. Surprisingly. I guess love is love and differences in religion don't matter.

[RSLancastr]

Thanks again all!

[Roadtoad]

Congrats, Robert.

BTW: Sylvia says your signs are all wrong, and the bad juju from your website will negatively influence the matrimony.

Seems you two are in for a long, happy marriage.

[RSL's better half]

Ah, right, then. And how do you feel about the "other woman" in Robert's life?

It's OK if you prefer not to answer, I'm just being nosey. :)


M.

I used to be a believer of Sylvia Browne! No, it wasn't Robert that changed my mind. It was a TV show I watched about skeptics showing how "it's done." I felt like a complete idiot.

There are many stories of the paranormal in my family. I've even experienced some strange things myself. So it seemed perfectly normal to believe Sylvia was for real. She's pretty good at fooling people.

As far as how I feel about how much of Robert's time is taken up by Sylvia Browne . . . I have no one to blame but myself. I got him started. And I truly belive that what he's doing is so very important! Our society is so accepting of these frauds, SOMEONE needed to step up and expose them. I'm quote proud of my Robert for doing just that.

[RSL's better half]

Sylvia Browne predicts you will have a very short and miserable marriage! Of course I'm not as good a psychic as she is, but I just had a vision in which I saw a million yellow roses. Does that mean anything to you?

I'll go with your vision! Thank you! ;)

[RSL's better half]

Susan, I hope you were fully prepared for being married to a merciless skeptic!

Always tell him the truth ... we don't want to be seeing a website named "StopSusan" ... right? ;)

May peace, long life, and prosperity be upon the House of Lancaster.

One thing we agreed on early in the relationship was to always be honest with each other. And, I was going to say that he wouldn't be able to find enough about me to create a website - but I suppose HE would. Hmm.

[Roadtoad]

As far as how I feel about how much of Robert's time is taken up by Sylvia Browne . . . I have no one to blame but myself. I got him started. And I truly belive that what he's doing is so very important! Our society is so accepting of these frauds, SOMEONE needed to step up and expose them. I'm quote proud of my Robert for doing just that.


Hey, so are we! And we're thankful you're there to encourage him!

[RSLancastr]

I used to be a believer of Sylvia Browne! No, it wasn't Robert that changed my mind. It was a TV show I watched about skeptics showing how "it's done." I felt like a complete idiot.Ah, but I had already gotten you onto the fence by explaining cold reading to you. I think that the show was just the last straw that got you down off the fence on the skeptical side.

One thing we agreed on early in the relationship was to always be honest with each other. And, I was going to say that he wouldn't be able to find enough about me to create a website - but I suppose HE would. Hmm.I have enough to create TWO web sites about you, but it's all good. :)

[Macoy]

Ah, but I had already gotten you onto the fence by explaining cold reading to you. I think that the show was just the last straw that got you down off the fence on the skeptical side.

I have enough to create TWO web sites about you, but it's all good. :)

Get a room, you two!

Ah... you already have one...

Many congrats!