May 17th, 2006 @ 7:15 am ·
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Wow! I can’t believe we’ve been married for 3 years already. Where does the time go. I remember that day so clearly…
It was a rather stormy day in May. In fact, there was a tornado or two… just for us 
I went to the salon and had my hair done along with a few of my bridesmaids. Then we all went to the church to get dressed. My soon-to-be sister-in-law did my makeup. Then came the dress. I don’t remember exactly how many people it took to get me into my dress, who knew wedding gowns and slips and special bras could be so hard to get into 
Once we were all made-up and dressed, it was time for pictures. Jonathan and I opted to have all of our pictures done before the wedding. We took our separate group photos first and then it was time for me and Jon.
I’ll never forget seeing him for the first time. He was so tall and handsome in his tux. All I could think about was that he looked good…and he was mine! The photographer gave us about 10 minutes together before the pictures started. It seemed like forever. I remember his face as I walked in the room. He was grinning like an idiot! But then again, so was I At first, all we could do was stare. His eyes spoke volumes as he looked at me. There are no words to adequately describe what I saw in him that day. From that moment, I knew that I would always be loved and always taken care of, no matter what happened. There wasn’t a tear to be shed, just goofy grins, I love you’s, and don’t step on the dress. It was a lot of fun. Then, more pictures.
The pictures finally ended just as a few people began to arrive. It was almost time. I was ushered away deep into the church so that no one could see me. It seemed like I was back there forever. Then my mother came in, and I found out that some of the decorations caught fire. My mother was so afraid that I would be upset, it was all I could do to stop laughing. It was great. Then it was finally time to lineup and get ready to go in.
I was never really nervous. And I had prepared myself for a small wedding, especially because of the weather. I remember my thoughts exactly as the music began to play and my father and I stepped into the sanctuary. “Wow!” The church was packed! It was standing room only, even in the balcony. I couldn’t believe how many people had come. There were rows and rows of Jonathan’s family, followed by at least two rows of MSMS folks. There were so many faces. But all of that was forgotten when I looked down the aisle and saw Jon for the second time. It was just as special as the first. Only this time, we would leave as husband and wife. He was still grinning like an idiot 
The wedding went on without a hitch, he didn’t run and I didn’t trip down the steps. All in all, it was a pretty good ceremony if you ask me. I don’t remember much (that’s what the video is for). One thing I do remember is looking up at him throughout the ceremony with the biggest smile on my face, and him smiling back at me. It was truly one of the best days of my life, and one I will never forget.
So today, my husband, I celebrate my marriage to you. I love you more with each day we spend together. Who knew I could love anyone as much as I love you. I feel truly blessed to have you in my life. You are my knight in shining armor, my protector, my rock, my partner in all things, my soulmate.
I’m so glad we found each other…again…Old Man
