“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” (Anais Nin, American Author, 1903-1977)

There are certain times in all of our lives when we come to realize that the potential glory to be gained by quite literally opening ourselves up to the possibilities far outweighs the risk and the value of what might be lost.

And so it was on a gorgeous day in early May at the union of yet another magnificent couple.  Valerie and David, both quiet and seemingly reserved by nature, shared their love with a very small and intimate gathering of close friends and family. 

It was an outdoor ceremony timed perfectly with the setting of the sun.  The surroundings were stunning, due not only to the labors of Mother Nature herself but also because of the energy and efforts expended by the bride’s parents in anticipation of the day.   There was tremendous love put into each and every detail as, for more than a year prior, they prepared the land by clearing, sewing, planting, and meticulously manicuring each and every bloom and blade of grass.  They even built a pergola and constructed a flagstone pathway specifically for the occassion.  Such fondness and devotion they demonstrated for their daughter as all of the details were precisely planned.

As the mother of the bride, who had also been selected as the matron of honor, anxiously awaited the exact moment when her family would begin their descent down the aisle, that immense love and admiration were once more apparent.   And then, as Valerie and her father walked arm-in-arm toward the man who would soon be her husband, there was not a dry eye amongst all who were gathered. 

Following the ceremony, there was a reception at a private club.  After a slight delay with the bustling of the dress, Valerie and David entered the room to the announcement of “Mr and Mrs”.  Soon thereafter, guests joined in the customary activities of a wedding reception…the best man’s toast, the couple’s first dance, and the cutting of the cake.  There was one more “non-traditional” occurance, however, that touched the hearts of all who were witness…David’s original composition, performed and offered with great adoration, to his true love and new bride.  There was not a bloom throughout that entire day that could compare to the brightness and beauty of Valerie as she opened her heart to the love she’d been offered.

And so it was on a gorgeous day in early May at the union of yet another magnificent couple.

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