Sean and I have been slowly getting our feet wet in the morass that is Facebook. I’m always nervous about new ways to give out all kinds of personal information to the entire world. The other day I finally filled out the “spouse” field in my profile, and because Sean also has an account, Facebook had to check with him to make sure I was his wife. Do random people arbitrarily report that they are married to perfect strangers? Is this sort of verification actually necessary?
Let the bizarreness of that sink in for a second, and then get this: Once Sean confirmed that yes indeed, this person is my wife, we both got notifications from Facebook. His said “You are now in a relationship with Kiersten.”
NOW?!??!
Somehow that ruined the whole “up to the minute” gimmick they’ve got going.
6 responses so far ↓
Tawni // March 18, 2008 at 12:56 pm |
yes, some people would actually claim to be married to random strangers if facebook let them. Do not underestimate the mischievous sense of humor of college students.
But seeing on my newsfeed that you and Sean tied the knot did crack me up. As the new truism goes, “It’s not official until it’s on facebook!” :p
rachel // March 18, 2008 at 1:57 pm |
that is too funny!!! I am so glad that has been confirmed for you!
Heather // March 18, 2008 at 4:48 pm |
I had a friend of mine update her status to married. I sent a note to congratulate her only to find out she had been married for 5 years. Boy did I feel silly.
Sean Brandt // March 18, 2008 at 7:15 pm |
Well, I guess it’s settled now.
Robin // March 18, 2008 at 11:08 pm |
At least your husband has confirmed that you are, indeed, in a relationship. Mine has yet to acquiese.
Sarah // March 19, 2008 at 12:54 am |
My husband sent me an email saying “Help! Are we married?” when Facebook sent him the confirmation request….lol….