Actually strike that, the fun photos started way before the wedding day (above, for example, genius posing during a post-bridal shower hang out session)
These, however, were from that morning getting ready for the big day. Lots of laughs for an early morning!
Before the big ceremony, Zac and I met with the Rabbi for a sweet moment where we signed the marriage licenses (with our witnesses/ men of honor). Rabbi Barclay was much more eloquent than my memory serves, but he basically explained how by us holding on to the napkin after he let go, we were showing that we didn't have any misgivings about the leap we were about to make... I think holding on symbolized our commitment, maybe? Like I said, he was more eloquent than myself..
Then, we took a few photos..
My favorite shot. It so captured the moment.
A perfect candid of us waiting for our grand entrance to James Brown's "I Feel Good"
As you can see, the day was filled with lots of love. But what I really wanted to write about is how fortunate I've been during the five years since that day. This last week I was sick with strep throat, and 35 weeks pregnant might I add. I was misdiagnosed, and had to wait a week for the anti-biotics that my body really needed. It was miserable. And Zac was such a trooper. He took great care of me. In sickness and in health-- just like he promised.
And then, today, I got to listen as Zac held James on his shoulders to help put up the gift he got me for our anniversary. It's pretty funny for a couple reasons. First of all, I'm not so sure how I feel about cliches sayings like this- but it's the thought that counts, so I love it. Secondly, tradition actually says to get a wood gift for a five year present, and you know Zac didn't do that on purpose. So he got lucky on that one!
I guess all I wanted to say is that I am grateful. Some marriages don't last five years, but we're going strong. We were supposed to go whale watching today, but at the last minute read: "no pregnant ladies" (or something exclusionary like that!) Of course I was disappointed, but we didn't let it ruin our day. We still went on a date that turned out to be wonderful. And best yet, we get to sleep in tomorrow thanks to James being at Gramma and Gramps' house. So amen to that. And amen for Zac agreeing to love me forever those five years ago. I'm sure happy he did.
:)
