On Saturday, June 3, Mrs MercMan and I had the very great honor of officially welcoming a new member to our family as our son Gimlet and his fiance' Froggiegirl were married at St. Ann's Church in Normandy, Missouri. I've held off on writing a post re the happy event in the hopes of taking the time to get it right.The weather was beautiful, like the bride, and I couldn't help feeling a little envious of the newlyweds' start on their life together. It seems a long time ago that Mrs MercMan and I stood side by side in a church ceremony, promising to love, honor, and cherish each other forever. While I wouldn't exchange a moment of my life, I wouldn't complain about being a 20-something again instead of a middle-aged AARP candidate.
As Gimlet and Froggiegirl were standing at the altar, my mind replayed highlights from Gimlet's growing up, from his trip home from the hospital to his first day of kindergarten; from the day he got his driver's license to the day he moved into his own house to the day he and Froggiegirl thrilled Mrs. MercMan and I with the news of their engagement. As I sat there thinking, I wondered if Froggiegirl's father was reliving those same memories of his now grown-up daughter. I'm betting he was, and though one chapter of our lives was ending, another was just beginning.
The wedding brought together more than just the bride and groom. Two families also became one, and that family includes all the wonderful friends who came together at a special place and time to show their support and best wishes for the newlyweds. My fervent hope is that the blessings of that day carry on forever for Gimlet and Froggiegirl, and all those who helped make the day the best ever!
4 comments:
The ceremony was my favorite part - walking down the aisle and seeing everyone I know - all my friends and family - watching.
Same here. It was great getting married where we go to church, by a priest we know, and surrounded by all of our friends and family. It was a neat feeling that everyone came just to see us.
My second favorite part was the Lab Dork carrying the maid of honor off to the dance floor (by surprise, natch).
I think Jeremy had a GREAT weekend. What could be better for a single guy than to be surrounded by pretty, single girls?
The ceremony was beautiful!! The reception was a blast. I missed Jeremy hulling Missy off. I bet that was funny. I'm sure Jeremy had a fun time w/ all the lovely ladies. I had the best time at the reception!!
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