Wedding Day

The wedding was on Saturday. It was perfect. The weather didn't evolve into anything wet. The sun came out later. It was perfect.

The day started with makeup and hair provided by a friend. Two professionals came to the house. My sisters and I all took advantage of the services. We looked fabulous. Family came to the house little by little as we all got ready. At the appointed time our chauffeur came and took the men to the golf club. Finally, I could get dressed. My good friend who was staying with us gave me the perfect pearl earrings to wear with my dress. There was a little wardrobe malfunction, but I had a spare, so my sister quickly pressed the item and we were good to go.

We arrived at the location and walked into the ballroom. It was absolutely transformed. My wedding team had been there since 10 am decorating. It was perfect. I can't even begin to describe it.

We then started pictures. I met Michael's brother and sister for the first time. His grandparents were there. We assembled in various groupings for the photos. Everyone was happy and laughing. Just the way I wanted it.

Reverend Reller arrived and met my family. We knew he would guide us through everything and make sure we didn't make any mistakes.

After pictures, we went off to another room so the guests could come in and get settled. Rev. Reller came as well and went over a couple of things. My wedding planner came in and told us how we would be going in. We sat around and laughed until it was show time. It was perfect.

We started the procession. Michael and the best man were up on the stage. The sistahs filed in one at a time. Then it was time for me and my parents. As we waited at the back of the room, everyone stood up and the music started. I walked arm in arm with my parents to the front of the stage. Then we stood there... and stood there--waiting for the music to finish. Michael apologized for the length saying "it had looked good on paper". Everyone laughed. It was perfect.

Michael met me at the stairs and we walked into position. We had an opening prayer, the candles were lit, our friend did the reading, and then we said our vows and exchanged rings. I was determined to hold it together through the ceremony. Rev. Reller then pronounced us wife and husband and told me I could kiss the groom. Everyone laughed. It was perfect. As Michael and I walked toward the back of the room and receiving line, I did cry a little. I had to remember to dab and not smear the wonderful makup I was wearing.

After greeting all of our guests we started the buffet. The food was exceptional. Everyone loved it. It was perfect. We went off to mingle after we ate. Went from table to table. There was so much fun conversation and lots of laughter. We had people there from all facets of our lives. My family kept telling me that we had such nice friends. We do.

The best man made us do a first dance. Then he and his wife got up there and cut a rug. They had taken dance lessons. Michael and I clearly had not. The best man gave us a nice and humorous toast which ended with a quote from the priest in 'The Princes Bride'. If you're familiar with the movie, you'll figure it out. Michael and I then got a chance to thank everyone and tell them how much it meant to have them there.

We cut the cake and fed each other a little piece. No smashing in the face. We're too old for that crap. Then we brought out a surprise birthday cake for Michael and sang happy birthday. I didn't want that to be forgotten. It was perfect.

We then mingled some more, and guests started leaving a few at a time. The party wound down over the next hour. A few people danced, my team started taking down the decorations, and it was just family and close friends. We took photos with the disposable cameras. We requested 'Lady Marmalade' and the sistahs and my mom and aunt all got up to dance. It was perfect. Who knew my mom had moves?

Our chauffeur drove us home, family left, and we were there with our friends from CA. The first thing we did was change clothes. Then we sat around and talked, ate chips and dip, and finally around midnight called it a day. It was perfect.

Yesterday we all met for breakfast before my aunt and uncle and Michael's grandparents left. Then we went to the house and opened wedding gifts. We received some very nice and thoughtful gifts. We played 'Cranium' and then the family left. The four of us were tired and hung out talking before going to dinner. Then we hung out some more. It was perfect.

Thanks to my friends and family, the whole event went off without a hitch, with lots of humor, and was so much fun. I am so grateful to everyone. The day was perfect.