Tuesday, April 16, 2013

A Simple Anniversary Moment

We interrupt Team Teal Tuesday's Strawberry Project
to bring you Simply a Moment.


Eight years ago today:
Guests stream through our home and into the backyard where our wedding will be held. I wait with my bridesmaids for the ceremony to begin, and we can't resist peeking through the blinds to see who's arriving. I am so happy, giddy, and grateful in this moment. My 16-year old daughter will walk me down the aisle, and we’ll smile brightly at Doug, this man who means so much to both of us.
Everything I’ve done in my life so far has led me to this moment. In this moment I am all grown-up, I am settled and I am whole. I’m going to be Doug’s wife. I fight back emotional tears and think to myself, "Only happy tears today, Deb. Only happy tears..."
The door opens and it’s my aunt, Sue. “It’s time,” she says, smiling sweetly, and we all take our place in line. The music starts and here we go. We’re coming now, Doug. The waiting is over.
Happy anniversary, my dear.
♥ ♥

Linking to Alexa's Simply a Moment series today. :o)

25 comments:

Rhona said...

What a beautiful post and I love the photo :). Happy Anniversary to both you and Doug and may you have many more xx

Susan said...

Happy Anniversary to you two!

scrappyjacky said...

Happy Anniversary to you both....and just love the 'peeping' photo.

Cheri said...

Loving this very unconventional wedding photo! Your bridesmaids wore denim skirts and white tees? Awesome! Your dress looks gorgeous. What did Doug wear? Happy Anniversary!!

traci said...

that is so sweet. happy anniversary!!!

Lou said...

a super super photo and a lovely moment. Happy Anniversary x

Ruth said...

Happy anniversary to you and lovely Doug! What a perfect moment and so perfectly described. x

Unknown said...

OMG, this post totally made me tear up. I remember this moment well and can not believe that it's been 8 years already. Congrats, Mom-friend and Douglas!! <3

debs14 said...

I love this post! What a lovely moment to cherish x

alexa said...

So tenderly and beautifully remembered and described :). That's such a great photo - did your bridesmaids wear denim? Cool! So glad you've had these happy years together, and many congratulations to you both. And thank-you so much for interrupting your lovely posts on your UK visit to join in.

Unknown said...

Thank you for visiting me. I've just been looking at your blog and from the photos I was thinking what a wonderful trip here in England it looked like and then I read further, about your mum and about the strawberry project. I am so glad that such a special trip has gone well.

Happy Anniversary as well - and I love those bridesmaids outfits - awesome!

Abi said...

This is beautiful. I love the emotion and unsaid words in this photo. So special. Happy Anniversary to you both.

Becky said...

Wonderful! And I love the photo. Happy anniversary to you both xx

Anonymous said...

Congratulations to you both and what a fun photo.

Irene said...

Happy Anniversary.

Amy said...

That's a fabulous shot! Congratualtions Deb and Doug - here's to many more!

Sian said...

The happiest of moments! happy anniversary to the pair of you x

♥ Liz ♥ said...

What a great moment. Love the look of your bridesmaids :0)

Happy Annivesary

Maria Ontiveros said...

Oh my gosh - I got such chills reading this. Congratulations on finding Doug!
Rinda

Stephanie @ La Dolce Vita said...

I love this! the story and the photo! a very happy anniversary to you both, and many happy years together!

Karen said...

One of the best anniversary posts ever! Belated wishes for a happy day!

Alison said...

What a wonderful post! Belated Anniversary wishes..That photo is fab!
Alison xx

Missus Wookie said...

Belated Anniversary wishes. What a lovely photo and such a well remembered moment to share :)

Unknown said...

Happy anniversary to both of you!!!!
xx
cris
lalchimisteartisane.blogspot.com

Anonymous said...

What a terrific picture. Belated Happy Anniversary.

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