Consequences

any place with Anthony. However, if he chose some place warmer it would be all right.” They both smile. “Seriously,” she continued, “I grew up in Indiana. Iowa isn’t much different. The Midwest is a beautiful area. I love sunshine and warmth, but the change of seasons and newness of each spring is in my blood. From my short experience with Iowa, I think it is a wonderful state with wonderful people.”
    VF : It was rumored that you, Anthony, wanted to surprise your wife with your honeymoon destination. Is that true?
    Smiling with a smirking grin, he answered, “Yes, I tried diligently to surprise Claire for our honeymoon. And I almost succeeded.” VF had to ask, “Almost?” Anthony looked at his wife, she continued the story. “He would have succeeded had it not been for the TSA agent in Hawaii.” Mrs. Rawlings was obviously amused by the story. “I wasn’t the least bit upset. I’d sought to learn the destination for some time. No one would betray his confidence, no matter how much I tried. So after arriving in Oahu, Hawaii, all I knew was that we had farther to fly and we were crossing the International Date Line.” Anthony chimed in, “Actually, she figured that out from a hint,” and he winked at Claire. She continued, “So when the agent looked at our passports and asked us our destination, I wasn’t able to answer.” Smiling, she added, “But Anthony had to. And it was then I learned that we were going to Fiji.” (Photo released by the Rawlingses of the two of them dining on a torch-lit deck with a magnificent sunset and the ocean in front of them.)
     
    VF : Mrs. Rawlings, were you pleased with your husband’s destination choice? Some women would want to be more involved in the planning.
     
    “That may be true, but my husband planned ten days in paradise. It was amazing. I’ve never experienced anything like it. It was a tropical oasis. I know we have pictures for your publication to release, but honestly photos can’t do it justice. The climate, atmosphere, cuisine, beach, and leaning close to Anthony, smiling into his big brown eyes, his company, all made it a dream. I’m not sure heaven can compare.”
     
    VF : So you did not mind not being involved in the planning?
     
    “If all his decisions are as amazing as our honeymoon, I do not mind at all.” He kissed her cheek.
     
    “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget
what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
     
    Anthony added, “I have had many years of living on my own, making my own decisions, and doing everything for my benefit. I have learned that people remember most how you make them feel. I try to work my business with that in mind. When I negotiate with someone, they will forget what I say or what I do, but they will not forget how I make them feel. Do they feel important to the deal? Do they feel central to the transaction? I wanted our honeymoon to be special because it would benefit me.” His smile looked mischievous to this reporter. “However, I wanted it to be special so that Claire would feel special and know how important she is to me.” He no doubt had her full attention during his statement, and this reporter would guess during their stay in paradise.
    Mr. Rawlings seems to have the gift of making everyone feel special. Claire agreed he has made her feel special since they first met.
     
    VF: Vanity Fair would like to thank you for taking the time to allow us into your home. Now is it true you have other homes besides this one?
     
    Anthony answered, “Due to my multiple business sites and intensive travel schedule we do own a few apartments here and there. It makes traveling much easier.” (Insert text box of real estate holdings of Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Rawlings.)
     
    VF : Mr. Rawlings, your answer about “we” owning brings VF to another more controversial subject. May I ask about the debate regarding the lack of a prenuptial agreement prior to your marriage?
     
    “I would prefer you didn’t. However, the only way to stop the rumors is to address them. First let me say there was no debate. We did not consider a prenuptial agreement, much less debate one.” Taking his wife’s hand in his, he continued, “I am elated to have the world get to know my wife. Mrs. Claire Rawlings is an amazing woman. She did not know who I was when we met. She has told me exactly what she thinks of me or of my actions and not always in a