And being given away by his father, America’s Dandelion Queen September 7, 2008 9:11 AM   Subscribe


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Congratulations, Jesse!
posted by lukemeister at 9:35 AM on September 7, 2008


Awesome. Totally awesome. Especially the catering choice.
posted by Roach at 9:49 AM on September 7, 2008


Lovely - even without donks.
posted by tristeza at 9:51 AM on September 7, 2008


As an employee of the Department of the Interior, I must recuse myself from any opinions regarding the banning of donks. But as a fan of Jesse's I offer hearty congratulations!

Dept. of Interior SUCKS!!!!!
posted by Fuzzy Skinner at 10:00 AM on September 7, 2008


That's the sweetest goddamn thing I've ever read. Congratulations!
posted by neroli at 10:06 AM on September 7, 2008


Awww, congrats Jesse and Theresa!
posted by goo at 10:13 AM on September 7, 2008


How is this "MetaFilter related"?
posted by cmonkey at 10:16 AM on September 7, 2008 [1 favorite]


this seems a great moment to remind everyone present that I am still very available and willing to spring for a taco truck as well.

heck, two taco trucks.
posted by krautland at 10:21 AM on September 7, 2008


I considered putting it in the etiquette/policy. What would have been a better category?
posted by These Premises Are Alarmed at 10:23 AM on September 7, 2008


That's a lovely article. Congrats to the happy couple!
posted by jamesonandwater at 10:31 AM on September 7, 2008


That Desmond Tutu line made me Smile.
posted by Megafly at 10:45 AM on September 7, 2008 [1 favorite]


Congrats!
posted by ThePinkSuperhero at 10:56 AM on September 7, 2008 [1 favorite]


How is this "MetaFilter related"?

Well, a quick glance around showed me that most other "mefites-in-the-news" and "congratulations mefite!" posts are tagged as MetaFilter related, so it seems like that is the standard.

YoungAmerican - Congrats! Beautiful picture!
posted by Solon and Thanks at 10:58 AM on September 7, 2008


How is this "MetaFilter related"?

I'm pretty sure his radio show is funded in part by generous donations from Mr. Haughey of MetaFilter LLC.
posted by blasdelf at 11:12 AM on September 7, 2008


That's pretty awesome. Congrates, YoungAmerican!
posted by Caduceus at 11:18 AM on September 7, 2008


Congratulations! Great picture, great writeup, great choice of food!
posted by languagehat at 11:18 AM on September 7, 2008


Is it impolite to suggest that someone married WAY out of their league, beauty-wise? It is? Very well, then. I'll just say congratulations, sir.
posted by ColdChef at 11:33 AM on September 7, 2008 [3 favorites]


All night
She wants the young American
Young American, young American, she wants the young American
All right
She wants the young American
posted by milarepa at 11:40 AM on September 7, 2008


It has been said that comparisons are always odious, but there are exceptions. To be rated better than Desmond Tutu must be one of those exceptions.
posted by Cranberry at 11:42 AM on September 7, 2008


Aaaaaaal-right!
posted by goo at 11:45 AM on September 7, 2008 [1 favorite]


How is this "MetaFilter related"?

I'm pretty sure his radio show is funded in part by generous donations from Mr. Haughey of MetaFilter LLC.


That is correct -- each of the podcasts includes a plug for MeFi.

Congrats Jesse! I'm a big fan of your program.
posted by Koko at 12:21 PM on September 7, 2008


How awesome! Congratulations!
posted by theora55 at 12:30 PM on September 7, 2008


Makes me want to get married. Me!
posted by Ambrosia Voyeur at 12:33 PM on September 7, 2008


when you are back from your honeymoon YA can you tell me how the NYT gets these nuptials stories. Because they should cover more low key ceremonies at the registrars office then off to the pub, like my wedding.

Metafilter had like 8 zillion new york times stories yesterday and I am concerned it's getting a bit elitist..

This has NOTHING to do with your lovely wedding for which I wish you sincere congratulations.
posted by By The Grace of God at 12:34 PM on September 7, 2008


From one former RA to another Jesse, let me just say mazel tov and thanks for mailing me that giant crazy poster.
posted by Divine_Wino at 12:38 PM on September 7, 2008


Thanks everybody.

w/r/t how they found out... Francesca (the reporter) is a freelancer. She emailed everyone she knew with a "anybody hear about any great weddings coming up," and a listener, who's Francesca's sister-in-law's sister, told her about me. Which is awesome, because I really thought it would be awesome/hilarious if I was in that section of the Times. It's a great honor and absolutely ridiculous at the same time.

And yes, my eternal thanks goes to Matt and MeFi, which is indeed a major underwriter of TSOYA.
posted by YoungAmerican at 1:52 PM on September 7, 2008


Oh, and any congratulations should also be directed to tren, aka my beloved wife Theresa.
posted by YoungAmerican at 1:54 PM on September 7, 2008


YoungAmeriTren, congratulations. And nice score, that NYT announcement.
posted by heyho at 2:17 PM on September 7, 2008


That's just rad, awesome. Congratulations!
posted by ph00dz at 2:29 PM on September 7, 2008


Well, add each other as "spouses," you silly geese! That's what happens when MeFites get married!
posted by languagehat at 2:40 PM on September 7, 2008


Congratulations, you guys! Can't recommend the institution enough.
posted by fairytale of los angeles at 3:00 PM on September 7, 2008


Congratulations, Jesse, & Theresa! Your taco truck & candy buffet give me hope that I will someday have the pizza & ice cream dinner I'd love to have at my eventual nuptials.

(BTW, Jesse, I don't see any resemblance of Al Capone in those photos.)
posted by Four-Eyed Girl at 3:04 PM on September 7, 2008


Mazel tov!
posted by jessamyn (staff) at 3:27 PM on September 7, 2008


I don't know you, I don't know your work, but I know when it's time to raise a toast.

I'm always waiting for the right time to raise a toast.
posted by Astro Zombie at 3:27 PM on September 7, 2008


I should note that my last comment was very loosely paraphrased from Martin Short in The Big Picture. I do in fact know your work.

I am, however, actually drunk from that toast I just offered. Ah, Sunday afternoons.
posted by Astro Zombie at 3:30 PM on September 7, 2008


I like raisin toast.
posted by jessamyn (staff) at 3:52 PM on September 7, 2008


Pics or it didn't....oh, wait.

Congrats, Jesse & Theresa!
posted by FfejL at 3:55 PM on September 7, 2008


Finally, a story on MetaFilter about a wedding that's happening NOT because somebody's pregnant.

</snark>

Congratulations, America's Radio Sweethearts
posted by wendell at 3:58 PM on September 7, 2008


Congrats!!! :)
posted by grapefruitmoon at 4:04 PM on September 7, 2008


How is this "MetaFilter related"?

I considered putting it in the etiquette/policy. What would have been a better category?


Well, since it's a marriage announcement, I would've gone with "Bugs".

Jes' kiddin'... I'm happily married, meself. And congratulations to the newlyweds.
posted by flapjax at midnite at 4:22 PM on September 7, 2008


Congrats Jesse! I love the Sound of Young America, and I got married to my highschool sweetheart just last night!
posted by Kwine at 4:30 PM on September 7, 2008


if that's true, Kwine, get off the internet, now. And congratulations!
posted by goo at 4:37 PM on September 7, 2008


Congrats to Jesse & Theresa from me, too!
posted by stavrosthewonderchicken at 4:37 PM on September 7, 2008


So what did you give the bridesmaids and groomsmen?

Please tell me you went with the giant piece of cheese!
posted by Jahaza at 4:54 PM on September 7, 2008


A senior citizen said to his eighty-year old buddy :
'So I hear you are getting married?'

'Yep!'

'Do I know her?'

'Nope!'

'This woman, is she good looking?'

'Not really.'

'Is she a good cook?'

'Naw, she can't cook too well.'

'Does she have lots of money?'

'Nope! Poor as a church mouse.'

'Well, then, is she good in bed?'

'I don't know.'

'Why in the world do you want to marry her then?'

'Because she can still drive!'
posted by netbros at 4:56 PM on September 7, 2008


Awesome. You kids look so pretty.

Hulde aan het bruidspaar!
posted by goodnewsfortheinsane at 5:24 PM on September 7, 2008


aww!

Congratulations, the both of you.
posted by pxe2000 at 5:43 PM on September 7, 2008


結婚おめでとうございます。
(Congratulations on your wedding.)
posted by gen at 6:40 PM on September 7, 2008


I KNOW WHAT EVERYONE'S WONDERING.

"JESSE: DID YOU BUY BUBBLE GUM CIGARETTES FOR THE CANDY BUFFET?"

Yes. Very much so.
posted by YoungAmerican at 7:33 PM on September 7, 2008 [3 favorites]


Congrats!

(I have been chased all over a pasture by a burro. It's way overrated.)
posted by konolia at 7:34 PM on September 7, 2008


Congratulations!
posted by Lynsey at 9:35 PM on September 7, 2008


Aww, that Times story is swell. Damned shame about the donks, but I'm glad you were able to find peace with it. Congrats and best wishes to you and Theresa.
posted by mumkin at 9:57 PM on September 7, 2008


I like raisin toast.

Ditto.

*raises toast*
posted by cortex (staff) at 10:15 PM on September 7, 2008


Congrats, and many happy returns! Or something like that...
posted by pupdog at 10:29 PM on September 7, 2008


I hope they worked donks into the honeymoon somehow. Either kind.
posted by mullacc at 10:52 PM on September 7, 2008


Really cool on a bunch of levels. Congrats, you crazy kids!
posted by batmonkey at 12:39 AM on September 8, 2008


Donks or Shetland Ponies would have been cool! Every time I ride the Redwood Valley Railroad in Berkeley, I think that the addition of a gang of train robbing midgets on miniature horses would add so much absurdity to the experience.

Also, as a former cynical fan of veiled conceit, I can honestly say that yours is the first NYT wedding announcement that I've seen that deserves no hint of mockery. Congratulations!
posted by BrotherCaine at 2:45 AM on September 8, 2008


What a sweet story. Congratulations!
posted by misozaki at 3:45 AM on September 8, 2008


Yay!
posted by Skorgu at 4:29 AM on September 8, 2008


Is it impolite to suggest that someone married WAY out of their league, beauty-wise?

Although generally impolite, an exception is made for those who themselves married WAY out of their league, beauty-wise. Having seen pictures of your better half, ColdChef, I can vouch that you are eligible for the exception.
posted by pardonyou? at 7:29 AM on September 8, 2008 [2 favorites]


Metafilter: eligible for the exception
posted by flapjax at midnite at 7:41 AM on September 8, 2008


Great story. I loved sitting at the breakfast table, opening the NYT, and saying "hey, I know that guy!"

tell me how the NYT gets these nuptials stories. Because they should cover more low key ceremonies at the registrars office then off to the pub, like my wedding.

As a lifelong Times reader, I can only say that these columns are the lowkey stories. They depict the quirkier and more creative weddings out there and do choose subjects from outside the financial elite. Before this column was introduced, the only weddings covered in the Times were those of children of CEOs and the financial elite. The Vows column covers a pretty good variety of high-end to low-end weddings - I can remember some about immigrants getting married at City Hall, etc - but all have an interesting story attached. It's certainly not exactly a populist section of the newspaper, but they make an effort to highlight a diversity of weddings in the feature.
posted by Miko at 8:07 AM on September 8, 2008


To celebrate their 730th day as a couple, Mr. Thorn, then a resident adviser at the University of California, Santa Cruz, cut out and mailed 730 paper hearts to Ms. Hossfeld’s Sarah Lawrence dorm room.

This is absurdly sweet. Shame on you for making the rest of us look bad by comparison.


And congratulations!
posted by quin at 9:08 AM on September 8, 2008


Wow, no wonder he's a little familiar, we were at UCSC at the same time... and probably RAs in the same year. Ah, I google he went to Porter. I was the gothic emissary to Stevenson. Go Slugs!
posted by Ambrosia Voyeur at 11:56 AM on September 8, 2008


Is it impolite to suggest that someone married WAY out of their league, beauty-wise?

I have to disagree. I think Theresa is quite beautiful.
posted by YoungAmerican at 4:11 PM on September 8, 2008 [10 favorites]


Congratulations!
posted by joannemerriam at 4:59 PM on September 8, 2008


Hey, I didn't see any mention of Coco's role in the wedding. Ring bearer? Flower-doggy? Or did you have to get a dog-sitter?
posted by Fuzzy Skinner at 7:46 PM on September 8, 2008


Coco was the Octo-Bearer, of course.
posted by Mid at 8:24 PM on September 8, 2008


Congrats indeed!
posted by mmascolino at 8:48 PM on September 8, 2008


Faith in universe restored ... cynicism circuit ... overloading ...

Mazel tov!
posted by bettafish at 11:12 AM on September 9, 2008


Congrats! Weddings like this make me want to....break down and cry-y...
posted by Smart Dalek at 5:38 PM on September 9, 2008


Felicitaciones! This got me all choked up.

Additionally, I wish all "Vows" columns in the Times were as good as this one. It seems to often be the folks who would have been debutantes in a previous era.
posted by Tesseractive at 6:55 PM on September 9, 2008


Yay! Congrats, youngamerican. I love both of your shows, and such a groovy thing couldn't happen to a groovier guy!
posted by brundlefly at 8:32 PM on September 10, 2008


I'm really hoping the next JJGO! has some details of how the Taco truck owner reacted when asked to cater a wedding.
posted by Fuzzy Skinner at 8:36 PM on September 10, 2008


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