Brilliant
Thanksgiving in May
Now more than ever I need to remind myself how complaining is so trivial. I just got married to my best friend. And I have to constantly remind myself that it’s not about being perfect, it’s about being perfect for each other. :) We will FOR CERTAIN have ups and downs, but I am so happy to have found him. It was a little shocking to have such negligent friends who deemed it ok to skip out on the day of the wedding, but nevertheless the only two people that really had to show up were me and Nathan so that’s all that counts.
I do have to thank some exceptional people who basically came in last minute to fill some unattended posts. Syvana Amsden-Elias, Robin Vickery, Leah Kelly—you girls are so amazing. Syvana and Robin were literally asked the day of to come in and they did. Who could ask for better friends? It means so much to have so many believe in our marriage and fully support our decision to get married.
I could not have asked for a better ceremony. Our vows were so similar despite us writing them separately. I never felt more beautiful in all my life and seeing Nathan at the end of the aisle waiting for me brought so many tears. It took every bit of strength to not break down and cry at the alter for joy of being so loved. I somehow breathed through the vows and we’re able to be audible to our guests witnessing them. Thank goodness because I was so sure the ceremony would be delayed due to my incessant crying. Thanks to my little cousin for giving a tissue to me. Thank you, my dear.
Thank you Mrs. Thompson and Sylvia for being the only ones from my school days in Phoenix to be able to show. It meant so much to have a piece of my elementary childhood there; a foundation I truly appreciate.
My parents did so wonderful. Though my mom can drive me nuts we somehow made it out alive. My dad—I really thought you’d be crying as much as I was, but you have always been a strong man—I’m sure you saved your tears for later. Thanks for sweet dance moves. I felt like I was 9 years old again.
Jackie, Sarah, Megan, Chelsea, Hanah— you bridesmaids were so incredible. Chelsea, even though you weren’t actually a bridesmaid you sure felt like one with all the help you put into making it so beautiful. You being there meant the world.
My family from Minnesota- you are the best. I am so thankful that you could come and be a part of the most important time in my life so far. Having your faces in the crowd made me shed some tears at the altar, you know.
Nathan, my dearest, though you don’t read this I am so completely thankful for you. Without you, my happiness and life would be incomplete. I can’t imagine my future without you now. My heart is filled with an unfathomable amount of love for you and my vows to you are never-ending. I will continue to commit myself to you and remain faithful in our marriage despite whatever challenges may arise.
Many more thanks will be coming to my blog soon.
I bawl my eyes out every time I watch this. Pixar, you slay me with beautiful storytelling. Ellie and Carl are the most precious couple.
