Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Best Movie Ever
Some of our loved ones were unable to attend the wedding. If you would like to view the exchanging of vows and wedding bands then grab some popcorn and enjoy the best eight minutes of your life here!
Monday, May 23, 2011
My Sweet Father
April 16th, 2011 was a bittersweet day for my father. He spent his whole life preparing me, and I think himself, for my wedding day. By modeling, he taught me what it means to be given true love from a man.Leaving me at the alter would be one of the hardest parts of the day for BOTH of us. Daddy's little girl was all grown up. His tears and hugs reminded me just how much my father loves me.
Then, tonight I was reminded again. After looking over our photos I received an email from my dad that said,
"Megan,
What a great photo shoot, I can not pick one photo from any other one. My dear, you are the best bride ever, which you were. You and George will have a hard time, but a lot of fun, in selecting your wedding album. Meg, you looked so special that day, and will always be in my mind the the girl that I fell in love with when you were born and I believe would find your passion, as you have, while you realize your goals, as I hoped you would, I will always be your best supporter.
Megan, I love you.
Dad"
Then, tonight I was reminded again. After looking over our photos I received an email from my dad that said,
"Megan,
What a great photo shoot, I can not pick one photo from any other one. My dear, you are the best bride ever, which you were. You and George will have a hard time, but a lot of fun, in selecting your wedding album. Meg, you looked so special that day, and will always be in my mind the the girl that I fell in love with when you were born and I believe would find your passion, as you have, while you realize your goals, as I hoped you would, I will always be your best supporter.
Megan, I love you.
Dad"
It's nice to know I will always be daddy's little girl...married or not!
Fell In Love All Over Again
Our wedding pictures came in today. I spent the day replaying the wedding in my head, remembering all of the little snapshots I have stored in my heart.
Being so nervous and excited while getting ready.
My dad seeing me for the first time.
Loving the time I spent with my girls.
Cherishing wedding advice from my brothers.
Catching my breath when I saw the car was ready for me.
The look on George's face the first time he saw me is a memory I will ALWAYS hold close to my heart.
We exchanged vows, tears...
and rings.
Taking those little quite moments throughout the day just for us.
While praying the torandos would not reach us.
Making a promise to a mother who adores her son.
Dancing the night away with my family and friends.
Enjoyed some fantastic cake.
All the secret looks we gave each other all night.
Looks that promise to live happily ever after!Saturday, May 14, 2011
Checklist
By the time the wedding came I was in full checklist mode. Every sentence began with, "Did so and so do this...." or "Do I have..." It became second nature to talk in list form.
For example...
Did dad grip my arm like there was no tomorrow during the rehearsal? Check.
Did I rock a faux veil at the rehearsal? Check!!!
Did I really hear Rev. Barbara mispronounce our name AGAIN? Sadly, check.
Were THE greatest ribbon bouquets ever created by my mom? Hells to the yeah!
Did George get his Red Sox themed party? Done!
Was the grooms cake out of this world delicious and moist? Knocked that one out of the park!
Did Francis get his long awaited for golf awards ceremony, that he then passed off to my brother Chris to perform? Not surprised here, check.
Did we give away the binoculars for the most balls in the woods, aka the Lewis and Clark award? Fineto!
How about the gopher head cover to the person who had to go-for-the rake the most because he had the most balls in the sand trap? Got it.
Oh, and what about the donkey head cover to the person who played the best and had to carry the rest of the jackass' on his team? Check.
Did the boys surprise George with tickets to a Red Sox game, two rows up from the field? Is this the first time G has ever been to the Sox stadium? Did he tear up when they gave him this "welcome to our brotherhood" gift? *Sniff*Sniff*Complete.
Are the bridesmaids plotting a get away plan from all the wedding drama?
And did my heart fill up with joy to see all of my old friends in one room the night before the wedding?
Finally, am I ready to marry my partner in crime? Check, check, and check!!!
One Month Today
We really wanted to make sure that our wedding ceremony was a direct reflection of us. For as long as I can remember I have always wanted Union by Robert Fulghum read during my wedding. My brother Christopher read this beautiful passage just before our vows...
You have known each other from the first glance of acquaintance to this point of commitment. At some point, you decided to marry. From that moment of yes, to this moment of yes, indeed, you have been making commitments in an informal way.
You have known each other from the first glance of acquaintance to this point of commitment. At some point, you decided to marry. From that moment of yes, to this moment of yes, indeed, you have been making commitments in an informal way.
All of those conversations that were held in a car, or over a meal, or during long walks – all those conversations that began with, “When we’re married”, and continued with “I will” and “you will” and “we will” – all those late night talks that included “someday” and “somehow” and “maybe” – and all those promises that are unspoken matters of the heart. All these common things, and more, are the real process of a wedding.
The symbolic vows that you are about to make are a way of saying to one another, “You know all those things that we’ve promised, and hoped, and dreamed – well, I meant it all, every word.”
Look at one another and remember this moment in time.
Before this moment you have been many things to one another – acquaintance, friend, companion, dancing partner, even teacher, for you have learned much from one another these past few years.
Shortly you shall say a few words that will take you across a threshold of life, and things between you will never quite be the same.
For after today you shall say to the world –
This is my husband. This is my wife.
Happy One Month Anniversary!!!
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
L.O.V.E.
"You know you're in love when you can't fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams."
— Dr. Seuss
— Dr. Seuss
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Paperwork, Paperwork
Two days before the wedding my dad asked me if I was going to keep my professional name. AKA: Please don't change. Please. I'm politely begging you. After a good laugh, I informed him that I was going to change my name but keep my maiden name as my middle name. I felt a small sigh of relief from Francis.
Yesterday, I spent time at the social security office (fearing for my life) changing my name!!! I felt a little different when I walked out into the fresh air, I'm not going to lie. It's crazy to think that when I celebrate my 32nd wedding anniversary I will be a Stotz longer then a Drury. Bizarre thought to have I know, but three weeks of marriage has made me a wiser woman.
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