"I walk you down the aisle, You fill my basket..."

[brdgt]

Three years ago okwatanzinone and I were there for each other in a way no one else could be - we were the only ones who truly and completely knew what the other was going through and we created a bond that nothing could ever break.

That summer I introduced him to a new friend of mine.

Yesterday, they were married in a lovely and infectiously joyous ceremony that I was thrilled to be a part of. I am fiercely protective of him, but I am 100% confident that he has found The One and that they are so good for each other.


The ceremony was at the Gates of Heaven - a former synagogue in Madison. It was performed by the Chief Justice of the Wisconsin Supreme Court, Shirley Abrahamson (who Scott Walker cronie, David Prosser, called a "total bitch" - sounds like my kind of lady)



The Bride wore red - a second wedding for both of them, they really did a great job at being tactful, tasteful, and genuine. The emphasis was on them, not presents or customs or traditions.



The synagogue is only four blocks from our new place - the easiest wedding I've traveled to!



We walked two blocks up the street for the reception:



The mansion has a beautiful spiral staircase:



Leading up to a cupola with a beautiful view of the city:



We spent a lot of time on the porch, enjoying a beautiful Madison day:



My favorite view :)



By the end of the night we were all getting quite cozy:



Love is in the air :)

Comments

[loreofcure.livejournal.com]

Let's just mention something important here: you are one of the few people I've ever seen to wear a bridesmaid dress again, just like brides always promise you can do. And I love how you dressed it differently!

Lovely-looking wedding!

[brdgt.livejournal.com]

And the picture of me is from later in the evening, with my hair down, hair accessory off, and a jacket on for the walk home! I got a lot of compliments on it :)

The wedding was very genuine and joyous, just like the couple.

[congogirl.livejournal.com]

That's adorable. You are lucky to have played the part of matchmaker! I haven't had that honor (yet)! I love her choice of red.

[brdgt.livejournal.com]

I have a pretty good record - this is the second marriage that I am responsible for the couple meeting! I agree - she looked wonderful in the color. I think more brides should consider not wearing white, not just those who are not getting married for the first time.

[congogirl.livejournal.com]

Well in that case - If you know anyone in my neck of the woods, feel free to introduce!

I agree with the color. A few years ago, my friend sent me a link for an amazing designer, and my favorite one of the line involved some sort of corseting and a lot of fabric, in ecru and kind of a tea rose color. It was gorgeous. I've never been able to find the photo again :( The same friend added lavender and aqua accents to her dress and all her accessories, and complemented with flowers that look a lot like your friend's bouquet.

[brdgt.livejournal.com]

Well, with your success with local artisans whipping up designs that you give them I'm sure you could still have it done!

[astronautical.livejournal.com]

aw, what a great wedding, and I love those sweet photos of you and nick.

[brdgt.livejournal.com]

Awh, thanks :)