Hey Twig

[ladyrowan]

How did the wedding go??

Tried to find the thread where you told us about it, thought there might be an update, but i can't find it!

Hope it went well

BB

[Twig]

On July 21 2001 I had the honor of marrying Brian McLain and Fawn Mart under a canopy of pines in the spendor of washington park in Portland. It cleared up 15 mins. before the ceremony started.

The Bride was respendant in her gown with a 7 foot train.

I DID GOOD! :D I only made 1 mistake which, turned out for the better. The song that was to play after the brides march wasn't played until they left. There wasn't a dry eye in the house. ;)

There was about 30 people there and as I stood in front with my celtic knot necklace the only hint of my station, I felt truly blessed to be able to do this.

Here is a copy of the ceremony. I think you'll like my commentary

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The Wedding Vows
of
Brian Lee McLain
&
Fawn Montana Mart


We are gathered here today to celebrate one of life's greatest moments, to give recognition to the worth and beauty of love, and to add our best wishes to the words which shall unite Brian Lee McClain and Fawn Montana Mart in marriage.

Should there be anyone who has cause why this couple should not be united in marriage, You must speak now or forever hold your peace.
( The bride is escorted forward)
Who is it that brings this woman to this man?
(The relative gives the bride away. He/they answer "I do", This person then steps back and the groom takes the bride's hand.)

Brian and Fawn , I would ask that you both remember to treat yourself and each other with respect, and remind yourself often of what brought you together today. Give the highest priority to the tenderness, gentleness and kindness that your marriage deserves. When frustration and difficulty assail your marriage - as they do to every relationship at one time or another - focus on what seems right between you, not the part that seems wrong. This way, when clouds of trouble hide the sun in your lives and you lose sight of it for a moment, you can remember that the sun is still there. And if each of you will take responsibility for the quality of your life together, it will be marked by abundance and delight.

VOWS
(Groom) Brian Lee McClain , do you take Fawn Montana Mart to he your Wife? ("I do") Do you promise to love, honor, cherish and protect her, forsaking all others and holding only unto her forevermore?
("I do")
(Bride) Fawn Montana Mart , do you take Brian Lee McClain to be your Husband? ("I do") Do you promise to love, honor, cherish and protect him, forsaking all others and holding only unto him forevermore? "
(I do")

REPEATED VOWS

(Groom) I Brian Lee McClain , take thee, Fawn Montana Mart to be my lawful wedded Wife- To have and to hold, in sickness and in health, in joy and sorrow, and I promise my love to you.
If Rings are exchanged - ("With this ring, I take you as my wife.")

(Bride) I Fawn Montana Mart , take thee Brian Lee McClain , to be my lawful wedded Husband. To have and to hold, in sickness and in health, in joy and sorrow, and I promise My love to you.
If Rings are exchanged - ("With this ring, I take you as my husband.")


Brian and Fawn , as the two of you come into this marriage uniting you as husband and wife, and as you this day affirm your faith and love for one another, I would ask that you always remember to cherish each other as special and unique individuals, that you respect the thoughts, ideas and suggestions of one another. Be able to forgive, do not hold grudges, and live each day that you may share it together - as from this day forward you shall be each other's home, comfort and refuge, your marriage strengthened by your love and respect for each other.

Just as two threads woven in opposite directions will form a most beautiful tapestry, so too can your two lives merged together make a beautiful marriage. To make your relationship work will take love. This is the core of your marriage and why you are here today. It will take trust, to know in your hearts that you truly want the best for each other. It will take dedication, to stay open to one another - and to learn and grow together. It will take faith, to go forward together without knowing exactly what the future brings. And it will take commitment, to hold true to the journey you both pledge today to share together.

Therefore, by the power vested in me by the State of Oregon and the Universal Life Church, it is with the greatest pleasure that I now pronounce you Husband and Wife.

You may now kiss the Bride.
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Pictures to come!!!!

Peace,
Twig
:elf:

[ladyrowan]

Lovely service, and WELL DONE TWIG !!

See? We all knew you'd be great!

Just one thing annoys me about wedding services - why does the bride need someone to 'give her away'? She belonged to her father, now she belongs to her husband!!!! GGRRRRRRRR


BB

[mol]

Looks great, Reverand!

;)