Marrying my perfect match

A beautiful Sunday afternoon in front of our family and friends, I got to marry my perfect match!  Our guests were treated to a little guitar playing before the ceremony and some water (it might have been slightly hot out - only like 90). 

And then my dad walked me across the grass and down the front walk to Ryan who was walking for me with Pastor Tom.  Pastor Tom made our ceremony so special and we are truly blessed that we have such a great pastor and spiritual leader.  His message was about the 4 C's - Christ, Caring, Communication, Conflict, and was perfect.  We then said our "I Will's", and exchanged rings and vows and poured our soil (from both our hometowns or maybe a substitute) into our unity tree pot.  And then we were pronounced husband and wife and it was time to kiss the bride.  We both did a great job holding it together despite wanting to cry.

I, Abbey, take you, Ryan, to be (husband/wife), my constant friend, my faithful partner and my love from this day forward. In the presence of God, our family and friends, I offer you my solemn vow to be your faithful partner in sickness and in health, in good times and in bad, and in joy as well as in sorrow. I promise to love you unconditionally, to support you in your goals, to honor and respect you, to laugh with you and cry with you, and to cherish you for as long as we both shall live.

 Our arrival at the party - nice and cool in our party outfits

Ian giving a wonderful toast 

Dinner with Alicia and Bill

 Our first dance - Honeybee by Blake Shelton

 Dancing and more dancing

 An amazing firework show by Dad, Jason, Scott, Jared, Uncle Larry and Steve

Our lights looked awesome

And so many more great pictures on ryanandabbey.shutterfly.com and www.mistyminna.com.

 The evening was perfect.  The temperature cooled down and there was a nice breeze.  Lots of food (from Carlson Catering) and drinks, and games and dancing.  Everything went off without a hitch.  And I wouldn't have changed a thing.  And the best part, was getting to spend time with our families and friends and my husband.  We are truly blessed and we could not have done it without all of them so to them - THANK YOU!  We love you!