Touching Story: Ebola Survivor Opens Up On Losing His Fiancee And Being Jobless

For the fiancé of late Ebola-infected nurse, Justina Ejelonu, being cured of the disease has given him a new lease of life, but not without consequences.

Dennis Akagha was infected by Justina but was given a clean bill of health after being quarantined.

However, he lost his job, his fiancée and their unborn child to the dreaded disease.

The survivor spoke to Punch during an interview on life after Ebola. Excerpts below:

You’ve been certified to be Ebola Virus negative, for how long has that been?

It’s going to two weeks now. Saturday (today) will make it two weeks exactly that I’ve been certified negative. I’ve not had any of the symptoms since then. But I’m granting this interview basically for one reason; before I was quarantined, I saw it in the Bible that I would not die but live to testify the goodness of God upon my life. When God saved me, it is my responsibility to tell the whole world and Nigerians that God is still in the business of doing miracles. So I’m a living testimony of the goodness of God.

So what do you really think saved you? Did the doctors give you any drugs?

I will always tell the whole world that it’s a miracle because I met people who were at the isolation centre before me and I left the place before them. I stayed there for five days. It was a miracle. What worked for me was my faith and my belief because right from the day I saw the symptoms, I had been talking to myself.

You were there for five days, what was your experience like within that period?

I was taken in on Tuesday, August 19, 2014 and left there on Saturday night, August 23, 2014. The experience wasn’t funny, anyway. I really want to appreciate Lagos State. The state has done the best out of all the places where Ebola has been ravaging lives. Initially, there were no volunteers and the facilities were not there but it was because the virus came unexpectedly. Nobody expected it. But within a short time, the facilities improved, so the state tried.

When I was confirmed to have it, they took me to the ‘confirmed’ ward. I went in with them and I met others there. Immediately I lay down on my bed, I cried but nobody knew I was shedding tears. I just lay there and cried. I was crying to God because I already told him that I would not die but live.

One of the doctors came in to tell me that my results were not clear to them. In other words, I wasn’t meant to be there. So they took me back to the ‘suspects’ ward and said they would rerun the tests. That was on Wednesday.

They reran the tests and the results came out on Thursday afternoon. It was positive. So they asked me to go back to the ‘confirmed’ ward. I told them I was not sick.

They said that I was positive but I insisted that I didn’t have Ebola. We quarreled for some time so it took me time to go back to the ‘confirmed’ ward.

It was after much pleading and also because they said I was a risk to others in the ‘suspects’ ward. So I went back to the ‘confirmed’ ward but I was still saying I was not sick.

Then on Saturday night, they called me that I had been discharged. I had even forgotten that my blood samples were taken for a test. They said my results came out negative. In that case, I didn’t have any business there anymore.

How have your friends, relatives and neighbours been relating with you since you returned from the isolation centre?

The stigma will always be there and it will take some time for it to phase out. It happened when HIV and Lassa fever came out. So this is not the first and it won’t be the last. But I know that with time, it will phase out. I faced a lot of stigmatisation on my street.

Can you recall specific instances?

Yes. When I was symptomatic, because I had bushy hair, I went to a salon to have a haircut. Somebody who knew what happened to my fiancée ran away from the salon. Also, I went somewhere to buy toothpaste and the mallam (Hausa man) refused to sell to me. He said he was not selling. I said but you have toothpaste, he said yes, but that he was not selling. And where I worked as a marketing officer, it happened. I got a job this same month Justina got a job at the hospital (where Patrick Sawyer visited). Mine was an oil and gas company. Indirectly, I experienced it there. I no longer work there.

Were you told to stop coming?

They did it indirectly. It will be shameful for me to go back there. After I left the isolation centre, I said no, I won’t go back there. God has a reason for everything. A lot of people have told me to protest but I said no. For God to bring me out of this, He has very big plans for my life.

The communication was no longer there; I was calling (the office) and they stopped picking my calls. So I didn’t bother to go to the office. It got to an extent that even after I came out, my mum travelled to the east (my hometown) for an August meeting and as soon as she got to the venue, everyone ran away. They were like, since your son had Ebola, then you will definitely have Ebola. That was the extent of the stigmatization.

What was the quarantine centre where Justina was kept like when you got there?

As I said, Lagos State government didn’t expect it. So the environment wasn’t that conducive. The place she was, was a different facility from where I was. It was the same hospital environment but not the same facility. Justina and others were put there while government was preparing a better place for them.

She was already there before some others were moved to the other facility. There was no water or oxygen where she was, and the environment wasn’t okay. Lagos State government tried and did its best to make sure that they improve the facilities later and I can testify to that.

Do you think that the government could have saved her life if the facilities were better?

Well, I really don’t know. God knows best. I was discussing with someone recently and I said she shouldn’t have died.

So what are your plans now that you’re fine, but out of job?

I intend to look for another job. If it’s the will of God for me to work, I will get another job. Aside from that, I made Justina a promise. I spoke with her the night she passed on but I had to go there to confirm the next morning. I had to go inside there after wearing the kits.

 I was led in and I held her hands, I just wanted to know if she was truly dead. At that time, she was already dead. I told her that I would make sure I pursued those things she could not achieve that I knew about, in my own little way and with the help of individuals. I would make sure she fulfills the dreams.

Before her death, she had a vision of a project that I don’t want to share here. If that is what will keep me busy for the rest of my life, I don’t mind to keep her memory alive. I wrote the plan and we were just waiting to complete our marriage plans before proceeding with the project.

You said you held her hand after she had died. But can you recall the last time you saw her alive and what she said to you?

The last day I saw her alive was three weeks today because she died on a Thursday morning. She requested to see me and I went inside to see her, cleaned her and made sure her surroundings were clean and okay.

She was on drips and I spoke with her. She requested for tea, hot or cold. There was no way I could get hot water around so I went to get beverage and two bottles of table water to prepare the tea (beverage) for her.

I also bought bread for her. That was the last thing I bought for her. I remember she said she loved me; that was the last thing she told me. After cleaning her up, she called on one of the doctors, a WHO doctor, Dr. David.

She said softly to the doctor, did I not tell you? The doctor asked what. She said did I not tell you that if my husband comes here, a miracle would happen. I laughed and the doctor said yes. I had to clean her up that day.

You took some risks taking Justina to the hospital and cleaning her up, didn’t you know the risks involved?

You see, if you love someone, you will do those things, except you don’t genuinely love the person. If you genuinely love someone, you can do anything for the person. I genuinely loved her; she was supposed to be my wife.

 And at that point in time, I saw no reason why I should abandon her. I know most men would do that but my conscience would judge me for the rest of my life if I had run away. So I had to stand by her. I took the risks because I loved her and at a point, I started being careful at the same time.

Not that I didn’t think of the risks, but love is a very powerful thing. I know she would have done the same thing for me. So why would I want to run away?

How did you receive news of her death?

Normally, I call her every morning but that morning , I called and called and she didn’t pick up. So I went to the hospital and I was supposed to get some things for her anyway. So I got the news when I got there. It was painful for me. Have you lost a loved one before? At that moment, I felt like going with her. I felt that I couldn’t stay behind (on earth). I felt like dying so that it would be like we both died, although it was not possible (for me to kill myself). But that was how I felt.

36 Celebrity Deaths in 2014

In 2014 we’ve said goodbye to Nigerian Artistes and Hollywood stars gone long before their time. Among the stars we’ve lost are Kefee Branama, Zara Gretti, Robin Williams, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Shirley Temple, and Mickey Rooney. Here, Pulse.ng pays tribute to them and many others.

1. Kefee Branama – The singer died of Lung Failure.
2. Zara Gretti – Nigerian-American singer died after her battle with multiple sclerosis.
3. Joan Rivers – The beloved comedienne passed away on Sept. 4 at the age of 81.
4. Robin Williams – News of Robin Williams’ apparent suicide at the age of 63 on Aug. 11, shook the world as fans, costars, and collaborators mourned the untimely death of the comedic legend
5. Lauren Bacall – The legendary stage and screen actress from Hollywood’s Golden Age died at age 89 on Aug. 12
6. Peaches Geldof – The British socialite and fashionista tragically died at the age of 25 at her home in Wrotham, Kent, England on April 7.
7. L’Wren Scott – Renowned fashion designer and Mick Jagger’s longtime girlfriend was found dead of an apparent suicide at her Manhattan apartment on March 17 at the age of 47
8. Philip Seymour Hoffman – The Oscar winner was found dead in his NYC apartment on Feb. 2 after overdosing on heroin in his bathroom
9. Eric Hill – Before he was featured on the upcoming season of The Bachelorette, contestant Eric Hill died at age 30 on April 23 after suffering a serious injury following a paragliding accident
10. Harold Ramis – The comedy world lost a great on Feb. 24 when Harold Ramis died from an autoimmune disease at the age of 69
11. Sid Caesar – Caesar, a legend and pioneer of television sketch comedy, died on Feb. 12 at the age of 91 after suffering from an undisclosed illness for more than a yea
12. Shirley Temple – The world’s most iconic child star of all time passed away on Feb. 10 at age 85
13. Maria von Trapp – Maria von Trapp, the last surviving member of the famous musical von Trapp family, passed away from a weak heart at age 99 on Feb. 22
14. Mickey Rooney – One of the oldest child stars still in the business, Mickey Rooney, passed away at the age of 93 on April 6 after being ill for a long time
15. Bob Hoskins – British actor Bob Hoskins died at age 71 on April 29
16. Maya Angelou – The acclaimed author and poet died at age 86 on May 28
17. Ann B. Davis – The Brady Bunch and The Bob Cummings Show alum died at age 88 in early June.
18. Ruby Dee – Legendary screen and stage actress Ruby Dee died at age 91 on June 11
19. Casey Kasem – Following an ongoing feud between his wife Jean Kasem and his children, radio legend Casey Kasem passed away on June 15 at the age of 82
20. Eli Wallach – On June 24, honorary Oscar winner Eli Wallach died at age 98
21. Menshach Taylor – Emmy-nominated actor Meshach Taylor passed away on June 28 at the age of 67 after a long battle with cancer
22. Tommy Ramone – The Ramones founding member passed away at age 65 on July 11 after battling bile duct cancer
23. Elaine Stritch – Stage-and-screen actress Elaine Stritch passed away age at 89 on July 17 after decades in the industry.
24. James Garner – Following a lengthy and impressive career in TV and film, actor James Garner died at the age of 86 from natural causes on July 19
25. Phil Everly – The younger brother of the Everly Brothers duo passed away on Jan. 3 at the age of 74 after suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease — the result of being a life-long cigarette smoker
26. Russell Johnson – Johnson, who was best known for his role as the Professor on Gilligan’s Island, passed away at age 89 on Jan. 16 from kidney failure.
27. Roy Garber – The Shipping Wars star passed away on Jan. 17 after a major heart attack at the age of 49
28. Pete Seeger – Legendary folk singer Pete Seeger passed away on Jan. 27 at the age of 94
29. Richard Bull -The Little House on the Prairie actor, who played Mr. Oleson on the show, passed away at the age of 89 at his home in Calabasas, Calif. on Feb. 3.
30. Nancy Motes -The half sister of Julia Roberts died of a drug overdose that was considered to be a suicide at the age of 37 on Feb. 10.
31. John Henson -The Muppets puppeteer and son of creator Jim Henson died of a sudden heart attack on Feb. 14 at age 48
32. David Brenner – Comedian and Tonight Show favorite Brenner died at the age of 78 from cancer on March 15
33. John Pinette – Comedian and actor John Pinette, who was remembered for his role on the series finale of Seinfeld, died of natural causes at the age of 50 on April 5
34. James Brian Hellwig – The wrestling legend, known to fans as The Ultimate Warrior, died on April 8 at the age of 54
35. Kevin Sharp – Country singer Sharp died on April 19 after suffering complications from cancer at the age of 43
36. Mark Shand – The brother of Duchess Camilla tragically died after falling and hitting his head outside of an NYC night club at age 62 on April 23.

May their gentle souls rest in perfect peace with the Lord. Amen

2 Lesbians Finally Get Married After 72 Years Together

A lesbian couple in Iowa, US has finally cemented their union after more than 7 decades together.

Vivian Boyack, 91, and Alice Dubes, 90, have gotten married after being in a relationship since 1942.

The women are said to have met in their hometown of Yale, Iowa, and in 1947, they moved to Davenport to set up their home.

Metro UK reports that Reverend Linda Hunsaker, who presided over the long-awaited ceremony, told the couple and their guests:

‘This is a celebration of something that should have happened a very long time ago.’

Speaking about their relationship, Vivian said that it had taken a lot of love and hard work, while Alice simply said: ‘We’ve had a good time.’

12 STUPID THINGS PEOPLE CARE ABOUT WAY TOO MUCH

12 STUPID THINGS PEOPLE CARE ABOUT WAY TOO MUCH

What would a month in blogging be without yet another obligatory “X Things that Blah Blah Blah” post for all of you and your friends to share? Because reading these days is just too boring unless it’s put into an easily-digestible list form.

 

Well, good news: I’ve heard your attention deficit disorder calling and so I have responded: 12 Stupid Things People Care Too Much About. Now shut up and go share it on Facebook or something

NOVEL: HYACINTH GIRL. BY DEBO POPOOLA

The sun cast down its afterglow to reveal two lovers struggling with each other not minding the onlookers. He bleated and nuzzled the genitals of his lover. She too, with a pretentious indifference so obvious to sons of man, wriggled her tail flamboyantly to her suitor. Then she sent a strong aroma to him; offensive to sons of man. He enjoyed it and bleated again and again. He wanted more of her and he too sent sons of man away with his odour but no one got the time as each of every sons of man hurried to their respective trysts.

The hanky-panky began as he twirled out his erected penis from the simple sack attached to his abdomen, squirting out over-stayed fluids on the earth for renewal of life. He followed it with an intermittent bleating and sniffing and squawking and jumping and dancing. No one was offended, even she who displayed her genitals but denying him entrance to her hidden world.

He knew she wanted him as he wanted her, he knew all her resistance were what her mother – who was killed last week for the Christmas festival – taught her. He knew she must play some resistance after all, nothing good comes easily. And as her time of resistant play was over, he gained entrance in to her and splashed countless seeds of life in to her and more and more.

A window opened. Two used condoms thrown out. It was Sam’s hand that threw them. His partner, Sandra, the daughter of Saint John’s Catholic School Principal, was considered to be one of the few responsible girls in the slum.

This is heaven, dirty heaven: you get what you need. Sex is a means of escape; and here, it is one of the cheapest commodities. But Sam hated paying for it that was why he fetched her out of the numerous girls in Ajegunle.

They were at the seventh sky; six slippery condoms already thrown out to the lovers outside. When the male goat was done, he went to these rubbers, sniffed them, thinking they were edible. The starchy smell attracted her mate and they chew them away. No longer had they gone than the seventh hit the earth. The female goat was faster and got the seventh. The thrower, Sam, was panting and sweating inside. It was a long journey. He had never crossed the seventh cloud before but Sandra kept asking him for more and he showed himself capable.  He was happy to see her totally exhausted as she too was panting, covered with cold sweat.

Time was scudding fast like clouds. She looked at the clock on the wall and it was 7:35pm. She sprung up from the bed as if a new realisation had just hit her like a bullet. She started dressing up. She was so in haste that she forgot her pant. And when she had gotten to the threshold, Sam stopped her and handed the pant to her. She thanked him as she pressed the pant in her bag- there was no time to start wearing it. She hurried away and was swallowed by the approaching twilight.

***

Mr Adesope was the Principal of Saint John’s Catholic Grammar School, Ajegunle. As a highly principle man, his staff feared him. That is an expression of politeness. Frankly speaking, his staff hated him, only few had different disposition toward him.

Whenever he was around in school, the whole school would turn to a grave yard as all form of wandering by students would cease. And the teachers? You would never find one on seat; they would all be in the class room doing what was expected of them. Many of the parents loved this highly principled Principal. Some found him to be too extreme. But for most of the teachers, he was the most difficult person to work with, except for some who shared the same opinion with him.

His promotion as a Principal had come when it was least expected. He only had an NCE certificate, but the Government had promoted him based on recommendation on the basis of his dedication to work. Because most workers always evaded being transferred to this notorious secondary school in Ajegunle, the transfer of someone like Adesope became necessary for the Government as part of the its move to instil discipline in the school. Just only three years after his assumption, discipline was evident in the school. It was surprising how he was able to achieve this fit amongst the difficulties of teaching people living in one of the notorious slums of the world. Ask a notorious rascal in the city if he would not trace his educational root to Saint John’s Catholic School. The school was known to have produced more rascals than gentlemen. Even the elders of Ajegunle were surprised with these achievements; many of them were happy to see their wards neatly dressed while leaving home and returning from school.

Neatness was one of the principles Adesope established in the school. His first day of his resumption to his new station, he was surprised to see many of the male students flying their shirts. The female ones had given their skirt total reformation. The skirts were reduced to mini and tightened at the waste to reveal their emerging adolescent hips. Some male students were on dreads, while the quiff on the heads of some competed with cock’s.

He boarded a cab from the secretariat in Ikeja. That was the first time he would be visiting Ajegunle. Still basking in the euphoria of his promotion he knew he had not out rightly deserved based on his educational qualification, he got his letter and went to resume immediately to his new post. As the taxi driver dribbled his way through the shanty towns, Adesope was surprised to see students in uniform at various joints. Some at snooker’s joints and some at the video game houses. Adesope was irritated at the sight of boys and girls in uniform dancing on a broad daylight to the fuji music emanating from a giant box speaker at a beer parlour. He felt urge to stop the taxi and beat those students. He started lambasting the Principal of such school these students must have sneaked out from. More were his disappointments when the taxi halted in front of Saint John’s Catholic School. He saw students in the same uniform as the ones he had seen on the street playing around at the early hour of the day.

After giving the school a thorough scrutiny while still standing on the spot, his joy dramatically turned to that of misgivings. He knew he has been posted to a war zone; he knew he would have to give much more to his new job.

The new Principal walked to the school premises unnoticed by the students who apparently have been engulfed in their mesmerisation. He stopped and beckoned to a girl among some group of chattering girls. The girl, with the intention of impressing her caller, wetted her lips by stuffing them to her mouth, winked, and worn a seductive smiling on her face as she cat-worked towards Adesope.

“How are you?” Adesope asked, having known the intention of the girl.

“I’m fine.” She said, tuning her voice coyly.

“Why are you all outside by this time?” The yet-to-be-known Principal asked.

“Nothing.” The girl replied, suddenly surprised and somewhat embarrassed at the question.

“Will you lead me to the staff room?”

The girl led him to the staff room, wriggling her adolescent hips that were perfectly revealed by her over-cut mini skirt. As Adesope followed this girl, he fixed his gaze on the moving hips and felt like ripping this girl naked and giving her the greatest beating of her life. He detested everything about his new station. He saw doom in the future of the students and he was more confused inside than outside.

As they approach the staff room, the noise that was coming from the room would convince the blind that he was approaching a Market place. Adesope became furious, but he tried to calm himself down. When they got inside the staff room, the blind man would not have guessed wrongly as the staff room was a typical Market hall. Business of all sort were being transacted. The staff room had been segmented for different transactions. At a segment of the staff room, some women were busy bargaining for some used clothes clustered on the floor according to sizes and quality. The sellers were also teachers. At another section was the business of food and drinks. The whole place was in complete commotion and they were so engrossed in this trade that the new Principal was at the door for minutes without being noticed. Adesope, standing akimbo at the door, watched them, he studied their actions and tried to memorise their faces. But in the midst of all these inappropriateness, in the midst of these perfect irresponsibilities, he discovered a man who seemed less concerned about the activities that were going on around him as he was busy marking his student’s notes. Adesope thought it appropriate for him to introduce himself to him, and he went to the man’s table.

“Good morning young man.” Adesope greeted the busy man who was into a business that was different from others. The man dropped his pen and looked up.

“Good morning sir. How can we help you?” The man asked, thinking him to be one of the parents that often come to complain about their children’s awkward behaviours.

“My name is Mr Adesope and I am the new Principal that has been transferred to this school.”

On hearing this, the confusion, the guilt, the emotional imbalance that this man expressed was so enormous that Adesope thought if this man, who appeared to be different from the rest, could expressed such, how much more would those who were still engulfed in their corruptions express when they have finally discovered his presence. Then the man shouted to draw the attention of the rest. He introduced Adesope to them, and his introduction introduced stillness, decency to the house. Nobody could move from the spot they were as fear had a grip of them all.

After he had been introduced, he said to them: “Well, I can see there is a serious business going on here. It’s so unfortunate that this is happening on a Monday morning. I now see why the students are all outside, playing. I have come to resume for duty and I want to see the whole school organised in the next thirty minutes.” He said, bluntly and with commanding voice as he took his leave. After his departure, many of the teachers were still on the spot they were before the sudden emergence of the Principal. Shock was still having its grip on them as they struggle to emancipate themselves. There was silence, total silence that ushered their hearts into palpitations.

That was what happened on the first day of his arrival, and afterwards, he had subjected both the minds of the teachers and students under his will. How he was able to achieve that was best known to him. Adesope was a man of tradition, he believed in the root. His father was a successful traditionalist and he was well vast in the knowledge of herbs and charms. His father believed there was nothing herbs and leaves cannot do and he was able to affect his only son, Akin Adesope, with this belief. Despite his education, he still took the business of his father serious.

When he had studied the situation of things at Saint John’s Catholic School, he travelled to meet his father who gave him some things to drink, chew and swallow. Since then, no one dared resist whatever he said; his orders were to be carried out willy-nilly, though most of the times, these orders were beneficial to all

WOW: 36-Year-Old Skeleton Removed From Woman’s Belly

Doctors in India were shocked when they discovered the 36-year-old skeleton of a baby inside a woman.

Kantabai Thakre was 24 years old when she got pregnant in 1978 but it was an ectopic pregnancy.

Doctors asked her to have the baby removed through surgery but she fled out of fear and opted for treatment at a small clinic near her village.

After a few months, the pain subsided and she thought all was well.

However, last week, 36 years after the event, she started having pains again and so she visited the NKP Salve Institute of Medical Services.

Doctors found a lump on her abdomen and at first feared cancer but a scan showed that it was in fact a baby’s skeleton.

The skeleton has been removed and this is believed to be the longest ectopic pregnancy ever recorded.

How To Know You’ve Found The Perfect Wedding Dress

If you’re planning a wedding and eager to finally say yes to the dress, you definitely need to keep an eye out for the biggest signs you found your wedding dress.

This is one of the most important garments you’ll ever buy. The brides are the stars of the show and the dress is the standout. You might have to shop around a little more; you might have to try on two dresses, or twenty.

Regardless of how long it takes, if you recognize the signs you found your wedding dress, pounce on it as quickly as possible!

1. IT FLATTERS YOUR FIGURE: Naturally, a fit that flatters your figure is one of the surest signs you found your wedding dress. We don’t mean that it fits well and doesn’t need a lot of alterations, We mean that it just fits you. It hides all of your perceived flaws but effortlessly brings out all your best features. If you’re short, it makes you feel statuesque. If you’re full figured, it makes you feel elegant and gorgeously voluptuous. If you’re very slim, it makes you look fit for the runway – or, conversely, it gives you curves where you fear you have none. It’s perfect, in a word, and it fits every inch of you.
2. THERE’S NOT A THING YOU WOULD CHANGE: Okay, so that’s a little extreme. You might need to hem it or take it in a bit, or you may want to add a few purely personal touches. However, when you find a dress that’s perfect as is – as in, there’s no sash you’d remove, you love the neckline, you adore the way it falls, you don’t want to get rid of the straps, et cetera – then you know. If you’ve nitpicked over every other dress but can’t find a bad thing to say about this one, then just say yes!
3. NO ONE ELSE’S OPINION MATTERS: We’re not saying that you shouldn’t consider anyone else’s opinion, of course, because naturally you want to know what your mom thinks, and your besties, your maid of honour, and maybe even your bride or groom. What we’re saying is that when you slip into The Dress, you know it’s perfect.
4. BUT YOU TAKE EVERYONE’S BREATH AWAY: That being said, many times, The Dress will take everyone’s breath away – even your sales associate’s, and not just because he or she gets paid to tell you that you look stunning. You can see it in everyone’s eyes when you walk out of the dressing room, and you know those gasps and swoons are sincere because you feel that way too.
5. YOU INSTANTLY ENVISION THE ENTIRE CEREMONY: When you slip into your perfect dress, you see your entire ceremony. You envision yourself walking down the aisle in that dress, you witness your first kiss with your beloved, you see yourself dancing the night away at the reception. It all plays out, with your dress standing center stage, and you know that no other dress will do.
6. IT FITS EVERYTHING YOU NEED: What we mean here is that your ultimate perfect dress is likewise perfect for what you need. If you’re getting married on the beach, it’s light and airy and comfortable. If you’ve got a 1920s theme, your dress makes you look like you just stepped out of the pages of The Great Gatsby. If you’re indeed going to be dancing all night, it provides you with plenty of comfort and movement. It just fits.
7. YOU FEEL LIKE A GODDESS: And the most important sign that you’ve found the dress in which you’re going to get married? It makes you feel like the goddess you are. You slip into it and you feel stunning. Not only that, but you know you look gorgeous, and you know that everyone will think you look gorgeous. You look in the mirror and you see no flaws. You just see yourself, radiant and beautiful and ready for your best big day.

Every bride is different and every bride wants different things.

You might have several dresses earmarked before you start shopping, only to find that they don’t feel right at all.

That’s no problem. When you find your dress, you’ll know.

Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt Finally Get Married

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have finally tied the knot after dating for close to 10 years.

The Hollywood power couple exchanged vows in a private ceremony in France last Saturday.

A rep for the couple revealed the secret nuptials in a statement Thursday afternoon:

“Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt were married Saturday in Chateau Miraval, France. Jolie and Pitt wed Saturday in a small chapel in a private ceremony attended by family and friends. In advance of the nondenominational civil ceremony, Pitt and Jolie also obtained a marriage license from a local California judge. The judge also conducted the ceremony in France.The couple’s children took part in the wedding. Jolie walked the aisle with her eldest sons Maddox and Pax. Zahara and Vivienne threw petals. Shiloh and Knox serve.”

Looks like Angie and Brad have finally gone pass Jennifer Aniston now! Just saying…

Bad News: Joan Rivers Stops Breathing In Hospital

E! Entertainment fashion critic, Joan Rivers has been hospitalized after she stopped breathing during a surgery.

81-year-old Rivers’ was having an operation on her vocal chords when her condition suddenly deteriorated.

A family source said:

“We are scared.” “This is not looking good. No big medical decisions will be made until (daughter) Melissa arrives.”

Joan is currently said to be in critical condition.