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Writer’s Workshop – Wedded Bliss

Posted by Nicole on Nov 5th, 2009 in writers workshop | 0 comments

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My husband and I were married in a civil ceremony with a government official presiding.
It was not the way I had pictured getting married. I thought I would have the crowds of friends and family, although the thought of the expense was scary! But more importantly, I wanted to be married in the sight of God. I wanted my union blessed. I was raised with spirituality all around me, and it seemed so odd to not be married by a priest.

It was my choice though.

We talked about marriage but weren’t making active plans, and then we found out we were expecting. We were thrilled. But I couldn’t see myself, pregnant, walking down the aisle.

And after my son was born, I decided that I didn’t want to be fat and walking down the aisle (I know… silly).

So we decided to make it official in a simple ceremony, and plan to renew our vows the way we wanted it. Time passed, and before we knew it our 5th anniversary approached, we couldn’t believe that milestone had arrived. It didn’t feel like 5 years. Where did the time go? What better time to do this?

We decided that simple was still the way that suited us best. We didn’t have fanfare. We didn’t have fuss.

We had the same easy, natural happiness that told us early on (too early for some) that this was it. And our ceremony was more of the same. Easy, relaxed, simple and full of love and laughter.

I think this picture says more than I ever could.