They lit balloon lamps and sent them on the breeze into the
night sky to celebrate their marriage instead of throwing birdseed or
rice. Their love is aloft, traveling
with the wind, through the sky, the final resting place a mystery.
Pages from books were carefully folded into bouquets,
corsages and boutonnieres of word covered roses. Their love is within the words so delicately
molded into unexpected beauty.
From stainless tureens five flavors of soups were ladled
into square bowls, hand crafted by her brother.
Their love is nourished by wholesome foods lovingly prepared by a master
chef.
Vows written and recited by each, unfolded from his pocket
and unwrapped from her paper flowers, a personal message especially written for
the other. Their love explodes from a
blank page into the world, expressing promises of faithfulness and commitment.
Congratulations, Courtney and Eddie!
Dear God of Love, enfold Courtney and Eddie on their wedding
day, as their promises become public and their commitment made legal and the
beauty of their relationship is blessed and honored with prayers and
celebration. Be with them in their
marriage and give them strength and courage to love one another through all
that life gives. Bless them, guide them
and love them on this and every day.
Amen.