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The soft, melodic twang of the strings fills the room, and an audible gasp from the bridal party adds to the beauty of the music.
With a deep breath, I begin to turn my feelings into words.
“From the moment we met, I knew my life had changed for the better,” I croon as the memories of our teenage angst and our adult journey back to one another flood my mind.
I close my eyes and continue pouring my heart and soul into each verse.
“You’re the dawn to my darkest nights, the strength that carries me higher, and the love that fills my heart to overflowing.”
I open my eyes and smile as hers sparkle with unshed tears, and she laughs.
“Your touch can calm even the stormiest of days.”
I choke up as I think about the future we’re about to embark on.
“I promise to cherish you, to stand by your side, and to be your rock when life gets tough. It’s me and you standing true through life’s ups and downs, my Tennessee mountain queen,” I sing, my voice cracking with emotion.
“I promise to love you with all that I am and all that I will ever be as our love story continues to unfold, love of my life, Ansley Marie, my beautiful Tennessee mountain queen.”
I whisper the final words to her; they are a promise from my heart to hers, a commitment, and a declaration of love that will bind us together for a lifetime.
I set the guitar aside as Pastor Humphries clears his throat.
“Ansley?”
She looks from me to her father, and she sniffles. He gives her a reassuring wink, and her eyes come back to me.
“How am I supposed to follow that, you big jerk?” she asks.
I chuckle, as does the rest of the room.
“Try,” I encourage.
She closes her eyes and takes a deep breath. When she opens them, she smiles at me.
“I’ve been dreaming about this moment since I was a young girl, and I honestly can’t believe we are finally here. As I stand at this altar with you, in front of all the people we love, my heart is racing with anticipation. Just like it did the day we met. I knew that my life was never going to be the same, and I didn’t want it to be. I want a life full of adventure with you, Garrett Tuttle. I promise to be your confidant, your partner in crime, and your biggest fan as we face the challenges life brings our way and celebrate the joys yet to come,” she says, her voice quivering with emotion.
I clasp her fingers tighter as I fight back my own tears.
“I promise to cherish you, to encourage you, and to love you unconditionally through all the seasons of life,” she vows, her eyes locking with mine and glistening with happiness.
“As I stand here today, in front of you and our loved ones in this gorgeous snow globe, I pledge to always be your biggest fan, and your greatest love,” she concludes, and I swear my heart almost bursts with love for this woman.
Our friends and family cheer with delight, their presence a reminder of the support that surrounds us.
We aren’t just joining our lives together; we are weaving them into a beautiful story of love and commitment that includes everyone in this room.
Pastor Humphries leans forward. “I think you did just fine, kiddo,” he whispers to his daughter before standing back up and addressing Weston and Erin. “Do we have the rings?”
My hands tremble as we exchange the bands.
“By the power vested in me, I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may seal your vows with a kiss,” he announces.
I take her face into my hands and kiss her with all that I have.
We are lost in each other when the catcalls begin.
“Jeez, let her up for air,” Morris’s voice booms.
