Campfyre Stories

…  this is my wish for the happy couple.

It was the most beautiful wedding ceremony I have ever had the honor of witnessing, not least because, I think, this was the most in love couple I have ever seen.

I’m not a big believer in marriage in general, but this wedding didn’t find my cynical and jaded.  In fact, these two were so in love that it almost makes me believe in soul mates, and I can believe that they will be able to find forever in their commitment.

The bride looked like a fairy tale princess, in a simple, but gorgeous dress and a subtle tiara.  She was absolutely glowing.  I didn’t meet the groom until the reception, but he was just as glowing and misty-eyed as the bride was.  This was a true commitment ceremony and I have no doubts as to their strong feelings for each other.

The bride is someone I have known for quite a few years and someone I think would be a great friend, if only we had had more of a chance to spend time together, but life doesn’t work that way.  I was a little surprised to be invited to the wedding because we’re not that close, but I was thrilled that she invited me and was honored to be there to celebrate this wonderful progression in her life.

I was also incredibly touched when she told me, a couple of times, how happy she was that I was able to come.  There is something very beautiful about being a small part of as momentous an occasion as this, especially when the pairing just seems so cosmically ordained.

So, to say it again, Kate and Andy, I wish you as much happiness as you can possibly bear and I know, despite my personal opinion of the concept of marriage, that this was the right thing for both of you.  I’m so glad to have been there and to have had the chance to say congratulations.  You two deserve every happiness that you will bring to each other.