The idea of a destination wedding- (more often than not) beachside, perhaps barefoot with breezes blowing- is a desirable and magical concept. It is definitely worth it to leave the stresses and boredom of the cities and suburbs where you live, and exchange vows with sand between your toes (or the soft grass of a perfectly manicured Caribbean garden), with the gentle afternoon sun caressing your skin. This in itself is nothing short of an incredible dream come true. July 11th, 2009, on the small island of Barbados (my home and now second true love), I exchanged vows with the man I love. This is my blessing and I am happy to share my thoughts with you... But first, imagine a backdrop of glistening ocean and a lightly-layered gown billowing in the soft sea-breezes. The smiling Caribbean sun is casting the face of my loved one in a perfect glow.
Imagine the fragrant green of a South Coast cliff-side and the rolling of water with its rhythmic collision of waves against rock. Imagine cloads floating East-bound... lingering... long enough for a calming shade, then fleeting and settling all fears of rain. Now, let me interlock my arm in my father's and approach HIM.
He has been waiting and I am a perfect glory to behold. Let me not forget to SMILE!!
This is my day and it has come at long last. There has been no other moment in my whole life such as this! I take his hand , look him in the eyes.
There is no need to fight the tears. This is my sincerest time, and today, everything is as it should be. (However, let me try not to smudge the mascara!) Now, listen to him.
His heart is open and his vows are true.I squeeze his hands to let him know that I receive these words with absolute trust and absolute love. Smiling gently, I express the promises of friendship, laughter, honesty, understanding and happiness. Everyone here is a witness that our love is everlasting. How handsome he looks today!
Now ... the kiss... and the love song begins...
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