Say what to the dress?

Okay, I have heard that one of the most important things about a wedding is the dress. I've heard stories of chicks crying when they first put one on and cry when they found "the one". I think there may be something wrong with me. I just don't have that emotional attachment to an article of clothing. The dresses are beautiful, I will give you that. But I am not all about feeling like a "princess". I don't want a tiara or a big poof ball of a dress and run around saying "me, me, me". I don't know if I am just realistic? Or void of that kind emotion?

Round 1 of dress trying on went like this:

I went to the store with Dayna, one of my bridesmaids, and put on a big dress that was pretty but heavy and looked awful on me. There were no tears or any "oh my God"s or twirling. It was more like "nope can't sit in it" or I would do a little jig in it to see if I was comfortable. The one I did like was flattering. But still no sappy emotions.

Round 2 of dress trying on went like this:

I brought my maid of honor, Jen, and two bridesmaids, Dayna and Amanda. I tried on a LOT of dresses. Still there was no crying or emotional outbursts. There was lots of laughing and dancing, but no tears. I found a dress that looked great, felt great, was simple, and had a great price. I was sold. But still others said you should have some emotion about it. I decided to give it one last shot.

Round 3 of dress trying on went like this:

It didn't happen. I decided on the cheap and simple one. I gave up on that emotion I was supposed to have.

Is this an ideal that is grounded into woman's heads as girls? Or is it the million and one bridal reality shows that are on tv? Magazines? Movies? Whatever it was, I missed that boat. But I can say that I am happy with my decision even if I didn't cry. Whatever that makes me....   :)