Chelsea's big day thanks to Daddy!
Slick Willy approves of son-in-law!
The celebrity sightings started last evening in the tony enclave of Rhinebeck, New York - as guests who were invited to Chelsea Clinton's much-ballyhooed nupitals - began arriving to attend a well-planned rehearsal at an estimated cost of $250,000.00.
Bill Clinton, casually dressed in a black "t'" and slacks nabbed a lot of attention - for instance - when he stepped out of a chauffeured limo and proceeded to stroll through the throngs all smiles into one of the many quaint local establishments that dotted the picturesque main street.
In his wake, the locals kibbitzed and chatted each other up about the high-profile celebrity guest list.
In the mouths of many?
Gossips tittered about Barbara Streisand and Sarah Jessica Parker - surely two of the most highly-visible celebs - to saunter into their little neck of the woods in recent years
When a shot of Babs filled the TV screen in my hospital room this morning, alongside a report on her invite to the wedding, a big bouncey nurse voiced her blatant disapproval.
"Why did Chelsea invite her to the wedding?"
I pointed out that the Diva was one of slick Willy's big financial backers in his last bid for the Presidency.
At which point, I noted that Barbara once slept overnight at the White House.
"I think she had the hots for Bill, don't you," I was inclined to tease from the comfy confines of my hospital bed.
The nurse let out a belly-laugh at this juncture.
"I just betcha!"
One local was sure she caught sight of fashion designer Vera Wang.
That little tidbit added feul to the speculation that Chelsea would sashay down the aisle in one of her exquisite creations.
"The Bridesmaids will be wearing Wang, too," another asserted from the sidelines.
But, Hillary - it's been rumored - has remained loyal to long-time pal - Oscar De La Renta - in that fashion regard.
Big "O" sightings abounded around town, too.
Was Oprah Winfrey really in their humble midst?
Gifting shiny new cars - left, right and center - no doubt.
No Steadman in sight, however.
At dusk, after rehearsal broke, there was a flurry of activity as guests shuffled off to an old Historic Inn for cocktails with the Clintons.
"Oh, look. There's Madeleine Albright," cried out one excited bystander.
Meanwhile, media hounds jockeyed for position, and mused about the details.
After all, it's all about the details!
Although most struggling American couples (first starting out) shell out approximately $24,000.00 for their special day at the local chapel, the scuttlebutt persists that the Clintons have gone way over the top with a spiffy "once-in-a-lifetime" ceremony expected to run up receipts in the neighborhood of 2 to 3 million smackeroos.
In retrospect, it appears that staggering sums of moolah the former President drummed up from speaking engagements around the globe in recent years (emoted at an estimated $100,000.00 a pop) may come in handy when the well-turned-out Barista presents the bill.
In one respect, the Clinton's may have lucked out.
Insiders whisper that the menu will be predominated by Vegan dishes, in view of the fact, Chelsea is a big fan of Vegetarianism.
American voters may recall press clips of Ms. Clinton nursing bumper crops in the organic garden on the White House roof, and later shuffling around the state-of-the-art kitchen, whipping up nutritious Vegan meals for the1st family.
How much could a few lousey vegetables (and tofu) cost in the grand scheme of things?
The wedding march is expected to strike up at 6 p.m. this evening.
But, invited guests may not be beaming in the church aisles, unless they first pass muster with a security detail that is handling the evening's blessed event with military-style precision.
At the door of the Church, armed guards will scan guest lists and photos, to ensure there are no gate crashers at-the-ready to hitch a joy ride on the High Society event of the year.
Pssst!
See 'ya at the kitchen door!
Madeleine ready to catch the bouquet!
