Just to recap, this is Hitch or Ditch – Round 2! Here’s how to play – Read the stories and vote – comment on the blog, Tweet me or shoot me a Facebook message – on whether the couple should get “Hitched” or “Ditched.”  Now, of course, I will provide a witty commentary on the story and give my final observation. Hitch or Ditch debuts on Thursdays, and you have until Saturday night at midnight to vote!  Sunday, I tally the votes and give my final rundown of what the public thinks about the fate of these couples.  Fun times always lie ahead at the Christopher Macken web site.  So tune in on Thursdays to see which couple needs a little unbiased advice. Friends, family and coworkers sit down and submit the “on Goings” of your friends’ relationships and let the public be the judge and jury…it’s time to play…Hitch or Ditch…

Dear Mr M Famous,

I need you to offer some advice and please be completely honest.  I have already consulted my friends and loved ones, but everyone is tiptoeing around me due to the situation.  I am engaged and getting married in March.  I have planned a huge wedding – the wedding of my dreams to be completely honest. The response cards are already rolling in.  So far everyone is responding “yes” and some people have already booked their travel.  I am so excited!

Here’s the problem – my fiance lost his job at the end of December.  At first he had this whole “can do” attitude.  He promised everything would be fine and pushed me to keep moving forward with the wedding even though we are spending a lot of money.  He said he would have a new job in no time and not to worry.  Well fast forward to now, and all we do is fight over money.  He still doesn’t have a new job, and the bills are piling up.  So now I am starting to question everything – should we postpone, should we cancel, should I move forward and hope for the best, or should I even marry him at all?  I mean part of me feels like it would be so selfish to continue with the wedding when we are already suffering, but part of me feels like I have wanted this for so long and the money (or lack of it) is just a bump in the road for now.  I would hate to regret not having the wedding of my dreams someday.  Then part of me even feels like he is being selfish as he drags his feet in finding a new job.

I am completely stressed out and don’t know what to do.
AK

So, everyone what do we think – Tweet Me, Facebook Me or comment below.  AK needs our help!

Be M Famous

CMC

Today is Sunday and that means it is time for my response to Hitch or Ditch – Round 1!

All I can say is wooooow!  Slow down girl.  Dern.  If this pushiness is any sign as to what kind of pressure he will be under after there is a ring on his finger, he may as well go a head and call his buddies and tell them he will never be able to see them again.  Just as a marriage is a team effort with two people deciding how to navigate through life, so should be the decision to get married.  Someone needs to tell our boisterous bride to be still and enjoy the process.  Building a relationship doesn’t have to be a sprint.  The finish line is not the day of the wedding, and if anything, it is when the race actually begins.  So my dear, take off those track shoes and put on a lovely pair of Christian Louboutin pumps.  What’s your hurry?  I say focus first on graduating and getting employment (that’s going to be tough in this economy) and make sure that going into this marriage you have a firm financial footing on the starting blocks of life. Financial problems are one of the leading causes of marital discord, and she is setting herself up to fail by rushing into things.  Sounds to me like she is more in love with the idea of marriage than the guy.

My advice to the “want to be bride”… PUMP your breaks dear!  Slow it down and enjoy.

My advice to the reluctant groom… Ask your girlfriend to borrow her track shoes, because perhaps now would be a good time to start running!

Finally, my advice to Laura – who wrote me about this couple – Laura, sometimes we have to let the ones we love make mistakes and help them pick up the pieces when things fail. Just focus on being a good friend.

So after all of the votes were tallied from twitter and facebook and one comment on the blog, it was obvious that everyone had the same advice…DITCH!

Keep those relationship stories coming in. They just might show up on the next installment of Hitch or Ditch appearing Thursday’s at noon.

Send stories for Hitch or Ditch to askmfamous@christophermacken.com

Also you can submit wedding questions, comments and concerns for my column in DIY Weddings Magazine at askmfamous@christophermacken.com Who knows, your question may be answered in the next issue!

You all asked, and I answered…

Mr M Famous

Just to recap, this is Hitch or Ditch – Round 1! Here’s how to play – Read the stories and vote – comment on the blog, Tweet me or shoot me a Facebook message – on whether the couple should get “Hitched” or “Ditched.”  Now, of course, I will provide a witty commentary on the story and give my final observation. Hitch or Ditch will debut on Thursdays, and I will give all of you until Saturday night at midnight to vote!  Sunday, I will tally the votes and give my final rundown of what the public thinks about the fate of these couples.  Fun times always lie ahead at the Christopher Macken web site.  So tune in on Thursdays to see which couple needs a little unbiased advice. Friends, family and coworkers sit down and submit the “on Goings” of your friends’ relationships and let the public be the judge and jury…it’s time to play…Hitch or Ditch…

Mr. Macken,

I have a few thoughts for hitch or ditch. I am a college student and follow you on Facebook.  I am a senior and my roommate and I are both in serious relationships.  So here’s the deal, I think she is pushing an engagement and marriage on her boyfriend.  She has made it incredibly clear that she wants to get married right after we graduate in May.  For example, she has a notebook full of ideas for her future wedding, she forced him to go ring shopping and lately she has decided to threaten moving away to a different state to get her masters if he doesn’t propose in the next few months.  I mean they aren’t even engaged, and she is already planning the color scheme for their house! I can’t talk to her about my fears, because she is going to think I am jealous that my boyfriend and I are not anywhere near getting married.  I am NOT jealous, I swear!  I really am worried for her.  I think her boyfriend should propose when he is ready – I just don’t want her to force it and then end up in a miserable marriage. Help!

Laura (changed my name just to be safe)
So, everyone what do we think – Tweet Me, Facebook Me or comment below.  Laura needs our help!

Be M Famous

CMC

As I sit here in my condo overlooking the frozen tundra that once was Atlanta, Georgia, I am trying to think of something to do other than listen to another Cher Remix on Itunes. So I figure that now would be as good a time as any to release the newest fun and exiting interactive blog that we are starting at the “House of M Famous.” Drum role please….After much thought and a few giggles over this idea, I am happy to announce that we will be posting stories that have been submitted to me about couples and their relationships.  I know what you are all thinking – not another mushy blog post about perfect couples and how they are so happy to be together.  Well, sit tight, this is where the twist comes in….This segment will be chock full of stories submitted by couples and friends of couples, detailing the good, the bad and the unfaithful.  Now of course all names will be changed to protect the innocent but the plot will remain just as it was reported to me.  I have lovingly chosen to title this segment – are you ready for it – “Hitch or Ditch!”  Read the stories and vote – comment on the blog, Tweet me or shoot me a Facebook message – on whether the couple should get “Hitched” or “Ditched.” Now, of course, I will provide a witty commentary on the story and will give my final observation. Hitch or Ditch will debut on Thursdays, and I will give all of you until Saturday night at midnight to vote!  Sunday, I will tally the votes and give my final rundown of what the public thinks about the fate of these couples.  Fun times always lie ahead at the Christopher Macken web site.  So tune in on Thursdays to see which couple needs a little unbiased advice. Friends, family and coworkers sit down and submit the “on Goings” of your friends’ relationships and let the public be the judge and jury…it’s time to play…Hitch or Ditch…First story comes out tomorrow!!!!  Let the games begin!

To submit your story please email me at askmfamous@christophermacken.com.

Have an M Famous day and be safe!

Mr M Famous

After much preparation and excitement, I am so thrilled to FINALLY announce that I have partnered with DIY Weddings Magazine to write a quarterly style column featuring ASK M FAMOUS!

DIY Weddings Magazine is an online wedding publication that is full of budget saving tips and tricks. With more content and less advertising, this publication is perfect for any bride!

I will be featured in each of the 4 issues this year as Ask M Famous. From rehearsal dinners and engagement parties to wedding day fashion and matters of the heart, I, Mr. M Famous will answer those tough questions and provide a witty and refreshing look at planning your perfect day. So put down the wedding planner and set that stack of books aside, Mr. M Famous is here to help!

Keep an eye out for my first column in the Spring issue available in March!

Be M Famous!

CMC

P.S.- Don’t forget to email your questions to askmfamous@christophermacken.com.

It is Wednesday of a shorter week thanks to the Monday holiday.  As you all know, Wednesday means that another burning style question will be answered in order to assist you in living an M Famous life!  Check back each Wednesday for new tips, tricks and even a few giggles.  If you have a question, please feel free to share it with me.  Email your questions to, askmfamous@christophermacken.com.

This week’s question was emailed to me at askmfamous@christophermacken.com.

Jen from Marietta, GA says, “Hi there! So excited to FINALLY get the answer to this question!  I love to read the trash magazines, Us, OK, Life & Style, and I have noticed that the stars like Jen Aniston and Sandra Bullock are wearing brown with black.  They look great, but can I do that, too?  My friends say no, but I wanted to get your thoughts.  Thanks!”

Jen, thanks for the great question!  This is one of the more common questions of the season.  Your friends are only slightly correct.  Throughout many fashion journals and guidebooks, which by the way change from season to season and fad to fad, this has been a combo that has been widely frowned upon.  However, there has been a minor shift in the fashion plates of late.  Though this is still very touchy ground, I am going to say that, yes, sometimes you can.  Let me give you an example. Notice here the lady isn’t

wearing an entire black outfit with the brown jacket – that would kill the look.  She has kept it casual by wearing a dark wash blue jean.  This technique is an important key in combining the two colors,.  With this outfit, the accessories and boots are definitely what make it work.  The brown leather jacket has been given a purpose with the addition of the knee high brown leather boot, which I am going to hope are a “riding boot style” – NO HEAL. The addition of the brown leather bag suggests a consciousness of all of these fashion choices.  Let’s face it people, some women (and men) can walk into a room wearing their 1983 Levi jeans tight-rolled and converse shoes and pull off the dated look all because of their personality.  If you are going to wear brown and black together, my advice is to “Own the Choice” to rock it by accessorizing with the most important addition to any outfit, the confidence that you like the way you look.

P.S.- this will however be a passing acceptable fad so please do not grow comfortable combining the two “swatch crossed lovers” of Brown and Black…

Be M Famous,

Christopher Macken

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Happy Wednesday – How is everyone doing?!

The Ask M Famous question this week comes from a dear friend of mine who is preggers and due in November.  I just love her!  In conversation over frozen yogurt, which just happens to be her caving of the month, she begged me to help her with her morbid fear of the dreaded stretch marks.  BTW, if you have a burning question, please feel free to share it with me.  Email your questions to, askmfamous@christophermacken.com

So here we go,  “Do creams, oils, etc. really work to prevent stretch marks?”

Well now, this question is one that I had to research.  The odds of me ever becoming “with child” are about as good as me ever knowing what baseball team is favored to win the Super Bowl!  But alas, I digress…

What I have found thus far is this: If you want to keep your belly from looking like a satellite image of the desert taken from the Hubble Telescope, check out this product…

Bella Mama Cocoa Butter

Not only does this product claim that it works, but some of the most famous pregnant celebs have used it to regain their taut figures.   Angelina Jolie, Heidi Klum, Trista Sutter, Melania Trump and Jennifer Garner have all reportedly used this product and given it rave reviews.

Still many articles do insist that stretch marks are inherited, and try as you may, you will either get them or not.  I find this hard to believe, because I feel that it is a matter of your skin’s elasticity that gives it the ability to bounce back from child birth better than Brittany Spears in her last come back tour. Continue Reading »

Ok so we all know the old saying, “Do not put off for tomorrow what could be done today.”   Well normally I would agree with that, but in this case, things are simply falling right into place for me by waiting until the last minute.  All week I have been sitting down at this computer and staring, quite blankly I might add, at a screen that had a couple of sentences on it and I might add, not very good ones at that.  So, I tried all the usual tricks to get the creative juices flowing: candles (I’ve gone through three pillar candles), music (every genre you can think of), having a glass of wine… or three (that usually does the trick). But, nothing!  The only thing that my attempts got me was glazed over and singing along with Bobby Brown to “My Prerogative” and dancing around the house with the dog while using my wine glass as a microphone (the reverb on a good red wine glass gives you very nice pitch and tone) … “can’t tell me how to live, it’s my prerogative….  do what I want to do….”

What was the big problem?  I just write about my life and what is going on right…  It’s not like I am penning the 8th Harry Potter book (oh but wouldn’t it be great if they came out with one), but this week has provided plenty of reasons to be distracted. This week has literally been one social engagement after another.  Wednesday evening at Steel Restaurant and Lounge was fabulous, as usual, because I got to go out and celebrate the successful launch of the “Ask M Famous” style column.  Most of you are aware that Steel is my standing Wednesday night spot – free sushi and $5 Kettle One Drinks.  It is really a blast.  I have met so many cool people and will, of course, be there this upcoming Wednesday at 5 p.m. with some close friends who will be in the area.  Come hang out with us!

So, Thursday it was my turn to play hostess with the mostest. I had a small gathering of people over for dinner and cooked a fabulous meal.  You should know, I am trying to learn to cook (thus far in my life, the only thing that I could make without fail has been reservations.)  I am enjoying having people over and showing them a great time with great food and, of course, a fabulous bottle of wine.  If any of you have recipes that I can try, please send them too me at askmfamous@christophermacken.com or copy and paste them to the comment section of the blog.  That way you can share them with everyone as well.  At any rate, my guest of honor on Thursday night was one of the team members for a certain potential Georgia Governor candidate who just happens to be a Republican.  It was a great opportunity to actually speak with someone regarding the issues and not a television commercial.  Now if you know me, you know that I am not going to get very political or try to sway you in one direction or the other; the point of me saying this is to encourage you to actually research the candidates and decide what platform suits you best! Continue Reading »

In response to your recent questions and tweets, I am proud to present “Ask M Famous,” a popular new question and answer column.  This Q&A promises to be as funny as it is informative.  Check back each Wednesday for new tips, tricks and even a few giggles.  If you have a burning question, please feel free to share it with me.  Email your questions to, askmfamous@christophermacken.com

This week’s question was a recent tweet I received from a new follower.

Roxie from Decatur, GA says, “Hi Christopher!  Love your tweets.  Question for you, what are your thoughts on designs on toenails and fingernails – airbrush or jewels, etc?”

Well, Roxie, this is one of those questions on which I am going to have to give my opinion without offending, so please hang on and forgive me.  Remember, this is simply my opinion.  I am personally one of those people that will notice every detail of a person’s outward appearance – it is my life!  This observation includes nails.  Though I am all for an acrylic or gel nail, I am definitely more prone to want to see a lady in either a solid nail color or a very natural nail look.  I’m sure you have all seen the difference in a bad French Manicure and a good one.  The French Manicure that has the air-brushed white tips makes the look appear cheap, and the addition of jewels or specialty airbrush art definitely screams “VIP room at the local gentleman’s club” and not “Board Room.”  You can usually tell a great deal about a woman by her choice in manicure. Let’s just say that there is a length that stops looking “Madame Vice President” and starts looking, well, just “Madame.”  If you are reading this, and tracing the words with a 5-inch pink and lime green acrylic nail that has been adorned with stones that would make Swarovski nauseated, then I am sorry if you don’t agree.  Again, simply my opinion, which most people actually hold in high regard.  You know what on second thought, get a emery board, there is still time to fix it!

Be M Famous,

Christopher Macken

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