One thing about weddings is that they are literally the only socially acceptable reason to get ALL of your friends and family in one place. It's the only event people will get on a plane for. So even if you don't NEED to get married or have issues with the institution, it's a celebration you won't ever get another opportunity for.
Yes! It's true. This was such a motivator for me and it worked! But also part of me wishes there were more reasons for this kind of gathering in our lives, more rituals and celebrations. This felt especially true seeing folks from all across the political spectrum gathering at my mom's house. We're so afraid of uncomfortable moments (and there were a few) that we (and I include myself here) so rarely gather with folks who are different from us. And, in the process, lose sight of one another's humanity.
Congratulations!! I often tell people that my favorite moment from our wedding was walking down the aisle and seeing a middle school friend next to a present-day friend next to my grandparents next to my cousins, and later to watch these people playing games and enjoying each other's company. It was so special. We were also together a long time before getting married, so seeing all these different communities from different parts of our lives felt like such wonderful communion.
I liked this very much. The forest picture is very LOTR. I do think that the ritual is important, especially making a commitment in front of all your loved ones.
Congratulations!
One thing about weddings is that they are literally the only socially acceptable reason to get ALL of your friends and family in one place. It's the only event people will get on a plane for. So even if you don't NEED to get married or have issues with the institution, it's a celebration you won't ever get another opportunity for.
Yes! It's true. This was such a motivator for me and it worked! But also part of me wishes there were more reasons for this kind of gathering in our lives, more rituals and celebrations. This felt especially true seeing folks from all across the political spectrum gathering at my mom's house. We're so afraid of uncomfortable moments (and there were a few) that we (and I include myself here) so rarely gather with folks who are different from us. And, in the process, lose sight of one another's humanity.
Congratulations!! I often tell people that my favorite moment from our wedding was walking down the aisle and seeing a middle school friend next to a present-day friend next to my grandparents next to my cousins, and later to watch these people playing games and enjoying each other's company. It was so special. We were also together a long time before getting married, so seeing all these different communities from different parts of our lives felt like such wonderful communion.
Loved this piece, Mandy! Congrats and thank you for sharing with us x
we love you guys so much!! i'm still somewhat devastated we missed this party. (for the record, i also think you have great legs 😘)
Love this, the wedding, you guys, and that poem!!! Mandy you are so my personal poem curator, and u appreciate it!
Oh what an honor!
and obviously I meant *I* appreciate it!
I love everything about this, Mandy! Big congratulations 💖
Thanks Teresa :) :)
I liked this very much. The forest picture is very LOTR. I do think that the ritual is important, especially making a commitment in front of all your loved ones.
It is a very LOTR kind of forest. A magical place in ever sense. :)