Wedded Bliss

Today I went to the wedding of two people I love very much.

It was a beautiful ceremony, a fun-filled reception and a great time was had by all.

Am I a fan of weddings?

In general I'm not. It's usually people you don't know very well (distance relatives or not-so-close family friend). People are making bets on how long the marriage will last before the bride even walks down the aisle. The reception is time spent gathering material to complain or joke about on the ride home. It's an awful experience that I like to have as infrequently as possible.

What made this wedding different?

I think really knowing the bride and groom and their love and respect for each other is what made today such an wonderful event to partake of . I got this e-mail the other day and immediately thought of them:

In a brief conversation, a man asked a woman he was pursuing the question......

"What kind of man are you looking for?"

She sat quietly for a moment before looking him in the eye and asking. "Do you really want to know?"

Reluctantly, he said, "Yes." She began to expound... As a woman in this day and age, I am in a position to ask a man what he can do for me that I can't do for myself. I pay my own bills. I take care of my household without the help of any man. I am in the position to ask, "What can you bring to the table?"

The man looked at her. Clearly he thought that she was referring to money. She quickly corrected his thought and stated, "I am not referring to money. I need something more." I need a man who is striving for perfection in every aspect of life" He sat back in his chair, folded his arms, and asked her to explain.

She said, "I am looking for someone who is striving for perfection mentally because I need conversation and mental stimulation. I don't need a simple-minded man." I am looking for someone who is striving for perfection spiritually because I don't need to be unequally yoked... believers mixed with unbelievers is a recipe for disaster.

I need a man who is striving for perfection financially because I don't need a financial burden. I am looking for someone who is sensitive enough to understand what I go through as a woman, but strong enough to keep me grounded. I am looking for someone who I can respect. In order to be submissive, I must respect him. I cannot be submissive to a man who isn't taking care of his business. I have no problem being submissive...he just has to be worthy.

God made woman to be a helpmate for man. I can't help a man if he can't help himself. When she finished her spill, she looked at him. He sat there with a puzzled look on his face.

He said, "You're asking a lot."

She replied, "I'm worth a lot."

In my eyes the couple that got married today are both worth a lot and I'm sure they will continue to strive for perfection in their new life together.

CONGRATULATIONS!!! I LOVE YOU BOTH!!! CAN'T WAIT FOR AFRICA!!!