Superman & Wonder Woman Appreciation 2020

[LoveStar]

Article excerpts from New Jersey Bride about SuperWonder couple, Neryluz and Jesus’ Wedding at Birchwood Manor:




How did you meet?

I used to work with Jesus’ best friend Peter; we are both teachers. Peter kept telling me about his friend Jesus, he had been talking Jesus up since March! We didn’t meet until that October in 2016. Peter invited me over to his house for his son’s birthday party and Jesus is Peter’s son’s godfather. When we were finally introduced, Jesus was dressed as Superman for his godson’s Superhero-themed party. We talked a little bit but it wasn’t until the Halloween party two weeks later that Jesus and I exchanged phone numbers. We started talking and he asked me to be his girlfriend on December 15th.



How did you get engaged?

On our two year anniversary, I was opening my anniversary gifts before we left to see The Phantom of the Opera in NYC. The last gift I opened was a mini paving stone that said ‘Neryluz “Wonder Woman” Will you Marry Me? Jesus “Superman” ‘ This mini paving stone is a replica of the large paving stone that is in the walkway at the Superman Museum in Metropolis, IL. My engagement ring is a custom (designed by Jesus) Wonder Woman ring.

Details of the day!

One of the first things Jesus and I bonded over is our fandom for Superman. As our relationship progressed, he was my Superman and I became his Wonder Woman. It became obvious that the theme for our wedding should be Superman and Wonder Woman. In the cathedral, our theme was subtle. His boutonniere was wrapped in Superman ribbon and my bouquet was wrapped in Wonder Woman ribbon. My “something borrowed” was a Superman pin that my mother in law had given to my father in law when they were younger. The flower girl basket and ring bearer pillow were Superman/Wonder Woman colors and each had the Superman emblem on them. We had a sign that said “It’s been a long and adventurous journey. Here come your WonderBride and Supergroom.” The color for the bridesmaids dresses were blue and both my Matron of Honors wore red. The groomsmen wore Charcoal suits, navy blue vests, red ties, and red pocket squares. Jesus had a custom blue tuxedo. Jesus also ordered DC character pins, cuff links, and watched for his groomsmen and himself.

[LoveStar]

For the reception, we were able to go more in detail with our theme. While waiting in the lobby, guests saw a photo mosaic that was created by Jesus using 175 of pictures of us over the course of our relationship that made up a picture of Superman and Wonder Woman kissing. I made a poster to let guests know that we took our engagement pictures in the New York News Building that was used as the Daily Planet in the 1978 film, “Superman: The Movie.” Instead of a sign-in book, we had sign-in postcards, there were four different photos of Superman and Wonder Woman to choose from. The cards were set up in a spinner rack to represent comic books. During the cocktail hour, guests listened to a playlist, created by Jesus, that consisted of instrumental music from DC and Marvel Superhero movies and shows. Our signature drinks were created by Jesus’ uncle. Jesus is Cuban and I am Puerto Rican, so we also had a Supermojito and a Wonder Colada. Jesus made the signs for our drinks. We had an ice sculpture made with our logo (Wonder Woman logo overlaid with Superman logo; our sign for the wedding).



Our centerpieces were custom made by a vendor on Etsy that could use a laser cutter to cut wooden lanterns. Two sides of the lanterns were two different pictures of Superman and Wonder Woman and the other two sides were our logo. The top of the square lantern was our initials inside a heart in each corner, a detail I came up with that the groom absolutely loved. The DJ displayed our monogram all night on the dance floor, our logo with our names and wedding date. The photographer had props that were superhero related and even added comic book-style action words on the back drop. We had a face painter, too. She also made sure to have a large variety of Superhero related selections. By the end of the night, I had changed into what was deemed my Wonder Woman dress.



All about your gown!

I had two wedding dresses which I swore I would never do. My first dress, the Navarra by Pronovias from Kleinfeld, was my dream dress. I wanted a ball gown with a train and I loved the lace, I fell in love with this dress before Jesus even proposed. My second dress, I found in Vesa Brides in Nutley. My matron of honor saw a dress with a cape in the window and pointed it out to me. The bridal consultant said “Oh my God! I can’t believe I forgot about that dress, and you just told me the theme of your wedding! You’re going to love this dress!” She went to the back to find the original dress that went with the cape and she was right, I absolutely did love this dress. My second dress we called my Wonder Woman dress because it was flowy, looked Grecian and had a cape! It was perfect for our themed wedding. So in the end, I did something surprising, I chose two dresses because not only did I love them and how they looked on me, but each one fit me, who I am as a person and I wanted that to show on our wedding day.

Full article here: https://www.newjerseybride.com/real-...rchwood-manor/

[LadyP]

For the reception, we were able to go more in detail with our theme. While waiting in the lobby, guests saw a photo mosaic that was created by Jesus using 175 of pictures of us over the course of our relationship that made up a picture of Superman and Wonder Woman kissing. I made a poster to let guests know that we took our engagement pictures in the New York News Building that was used as the Daily Planet in the 1978 film, “Superman: The Movie.” Instead of a sign-in book, we had sign-in postcards, there were four different photos of Superman and Wonder Woman to choose from. The cards were set up in a spinner rack to represent comic books. During the cocktail hour, guests listened to a playlist, created by Jesus, that consisted of instrumental music from DC and Marvel Superhero movies and shows. Our signature drinks were created by Jesus’ uncle. Jesus is Cuban and I am Puerto Rican, so we also had a Supermojito and a Wonder Colada. Jesus made the signs for our drinks. We had an ice sculpture made with our logo (Wonder Woman logo overlaid with Superman logo; our sign for the wedding).



Our centerpieces were custom made by a vendor on Etsy that could use a laser cutter to cut wooden lanterns. Two sides of the lanterns were two different pictures of Superman and Wonder Woman and the other two sides were our logo. The top of the square lantern was our initials inside a heart in each corner, a detail I came up with that the groom absolutely loved. The DJ displayed our monogram all night on the dance floor, our logo with our names and wedding date. The photographer had props that were superhero related and even added comic book-style action words on the back drop. We had a face painter, too. She also made sure to have a large variety of Superhero related selections. By the end of the night, I had changed into what was deemed my Wonder Woman dress.



All about your gown!

I had two wedding dresses which I swore I would never do. My first dress, the Navarra by Pronovias from Kleinfeld, was my dream dress. I wanted a ball gown with a train and I loved the lace, I fell in love with this dress before Jesus even proposed. My second dress, I found in Vesa Brides in Nutley. My matron of honor saw a dress with a cape in the window and pointed it out to me. The bridal consultant said “Oh my God! I can’t believe I forgot about that dress, and you just told me the theme of your wedding! You’re going to love this dress!” She went to the back to find the original dress that went with the cape and she was right, I absolutely did love this dress. My second dress we called my Wonder Woman dress because it was flowy, looked Grecian and had a cape! It was perfect for our themed wedding. So in the end, I did something surprising, I chose two dresses because not only did I love them and how they looked on me, but each one fit me, who I am as a person and I wanted that to show on our wedding day.

Full article here: https://www.newjerseybride.com/real-...rchwood-manor/

What a beautiful couple and heartwarming story. Now that's commitment! SMWW fans are the best truly.

It is even more impactful when the real life fans exemplify the values and things we so admired in Superman and Wonder Woman when they are portrayed appropriately and respectfully. We can only hope that one day soon there will be writers again who understand who the characters are individually and what they stand for and understand what makes them so great and valuable together. Maybe then we'll get depth, complexity and meaningful stories once again.

[LoveStar]

Needed that Snyder and Jurgens didn't step on its toes. 🙃

Was it worth “stepping on its toes”? The ideas for the films pretty much went DOA being not only doom and gloom, but seems half hearted and rushed. Caused reactionary moves and led to halt/dead end. The dynamics weren’t clicking. And Superman’s big plot point was DOS which just as we’ve seen even in the comics it causes long term harm to the character.

Took the risk of cutting something completely off that was clearly working to put all eggs in one basket, jumping too far... and stuck in a corner. 🤔

Certainly. They used to have this dynamic for decades.

It’s interesting how easy it is to show decades of panels and stories that truly shows how long lasting and how much of value this dynamic has been.

Yeah, new stuff is needed.

Yes. The halt of that hasn’t been good at all.

What a beautiful couple and heartwarming story. Now that's commitment! SMWW fans are the best truly.

It is even more impactful when the real life fans exemplify the values and things we so admired in Superman and Wonder Woman when they are portrayed appropriately and respectfully. We can only hope that one day soon there will be writers again who understand who the characters are individually and what they stand for and understand what makes them so great and valuable together. Maybe then we'll get depth, complexity and meaningful stories once again.

Agreed.

[Last Son of Krypton]

Paintings by N. Colin Dyer:

"Totally forgot to ever upload these. Christmas gifts for my parents of their two favorites. Christopher Reeves and Lynda Carter, what a path they paved."






https://twitter.com/ColinDyer71/stat...52080904880128

[Last Son of Krypton]

What a beautiful couple and heartwarming story. Now that's commitment! SMWW fans are the best truly.

It is even more impactful when the real life fans exemplify the values and things we so admired in Superman and Wonder Woman when they are portrayed appropriately and respectfully. We can only hope that one day soon there will be writers again who understand who the characters are individually and what they stand for and understand what makes them so great and valuable together. Maybe then we'll get depth, complexity and meaningful stories once again.

At one point, this generation of fans will get into the industry...

Was it worth “stepping on its toes”? The ideas for the films pretty much went DOA being not only doom and gloom, but seems half hearted and rushed. Caused reactionary moves and led to halt/dead end. The dynamics weren’t clicking. And Superman’s big plot point was DOS which just as we’ve seen even in the comics it causes long term harm to the character.

Took the risk of cutting something completely off that was clearly working to put all eggs in one basket, jumping too far... and stuck in a corner. 🤔

It isn't worth closing the door to concepts and story potential.

It’s interesting how easy it is to show decades of panels and stories that truly shows how long lasting and how much of value this dynamic has been.

Indeed.

[LoveStar]

SuperWonder Cosplay

“@otoquinho just saved these two here on @poageekweek”

https://www.instagram.com/p/B9sPLzch26r/

"That's an" s "... it's not an" s "... in my world it means hope"

https://www.instagram.com/p/B8uGPPpIrD5/

“Happy start of the week to everyone!”

https://www.instagram.com/p/B9PYd8nKs16/

[LoveStar]

“Funny moments ❤ “

https://www.instagram.com/p/B9rFN50IWyS/


“If you need to stop an asteroid, you call Superman. If you need to solve a mystery, you call Batman. If you need to end a war, you call Wonder Woman. But If you need a true KILLER...you get me!”

https://www.instagram.com/p/B8PSa18jwvD/

“The Mugatu meets the DC superheroes”

https://www.instagram.com/p/B9dpxKujh9j/

[LoveStar]

"My first ever Con in costume. Day one was DC and I got to hang out with the awesome @sewgeekmama”

https://www.instagram.com/p/B8zYECtj7cC/


“Superman and Wonder Woman”

https://www.instagram.com/p/B80Ac8-pAC7/

“Yesterday evening! Lyreco sales convention!”

https://www.instagram.com/p/B7dM_FSHL2a/

[Last Son of Krypton]

3 nice DCEU SM/WW video edits by Alice Prince Wolf:

https://www.instagram.com/p/B9tiHgBjTpz/

https://www.instagram.com/p/B9tk9rrDaM2/

https://www.instagram.com/p/B9xNyOvDI89/

Enjoy.

[Deiasilva10]

Good morning, my friends!!! I hope everyone is taking the necessary precautions to protect themselves against this nefarious virus! Please stay safe!

SM/WW Keychains sold on Amazon:

“Couple Keychain DC Comics Inspired Gift His Wonder Women Her Superman Gift for Girlfriend Boyfriend"








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[Deiasilva10]

A message from DianaAndKalPinterest (@SMWWPinterest):

"SMWW fan in this time of global crisis, please take care of yourselves as well as other. Wash your hand for 20 seconds (sing happy birthday twice), practice social distancing (stay 6ft + a part), stay at home if at all possible & most importantly, remember even if you aren't at risk because of your age, it your responsibility to think about others who might be and doing what you can to keep them safe as SMWW would do. As the words of House El say, We are stronger together. Stay safe y'all and please think about others lives matter too."




Please be safe!

[Last Son of Krypton]

Wise reminder, Deiasilva. We can only follow the precautions and hope the world will heal soon.

Btw, I'm seeing the usual SM/WW themed posts I use to share here (like art of toy photography) starting to touch on the subject of the coronavirus. Not the kind of event we expected SM/WW being part of.

I'll share in the upcoming days.

[Deiasilva10]

Wise reminder, Deiasilva. We can only follow the precautions and hope the world will heal soon.

Btw, I'm seeing the usual SM/WW themed posts I use to share here (like art of toy photography) starting to touch on the subject of the coronavirus. Not the kind of event we expected SM/WW being part of.

I'll share in the upcoming days.

SMWW is not just a "ship", a mere fictional couple. Both influential the lives of fans, both are examples of how we can be better, how we can combat social inequalities and prejudices and as fans we also have this duty. That is why I do not accept it when they are written as mere agents of the system, as government hounds or even as selfish fools! People see them as the ideal of father and mother, of children, of husband and wife ... it is something that transcends the pages of comics! Using the couple's image to inform the population, to entertain those who are quarantined, to bring some joy in these difficult times is also to do our part.

[MarvelMaster616]

A message from DianaAndKalPinterest (@SMWWPinterest):

"SMWW fan in this time of global crisis, please take care of yourselves as well as other. Wash your hand for 20 seconds (sing happy birthday twice), practice social distancing (stay 6ft + a part), stay at home if at all possible & most importantly, remember even if you aren't at risk because of your age, it your responsibility to think about others who might be and doing what you can to keep them safe as SMWW would do. As the words of House El say, We are stronger together. Stay safe y'all and please think about others lives matter too."




Please be safe!

Thank you for this sweet, kind sentiment. I think both Superman and Wonder Woman would share it.