You know when you’re in love when you can’t fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams.
- Dr. Seuss
The greatest happiness of life is the conviction that we are loved; loved for ourselves, or rather, loved in spite of ourselves.
- Victor Hugo
I’ve waited for this day for a long time. Today I’m marrying my best friend. More than 300 people will witness Erin and I exchanging vows, and the excitement is almost palpable. After four-plus years (and buying a house together five months ago), we’re formalizing a commitment we made to one another quite some time ago. It’s going to be fun to be celebrate with a lot of people who’ve played roles in our lives- friends and family who’ve come to Longview, WA, from points far and wide to be here for us.
It’s taken a long time, but I finally feel as if I’ve managed to get my $#!% together…and Erin’s had my back every step of the way. I’m finally able to appreciate that I’m worthy of the good things I have in my life. There are still things I struggle with, but that just makes me like the rest or humanity. It’s good to know there’s someone in my life who has my back and loves me unconditionally and without question. For the first time in my life, I can honestly say that I’m happy…and know what that actually means.
It’s humbling to realize that 300+ people will be here for us today, to celebrate and support us. Not often do I struggle to find the words adequate to the task of describing my feelings, but today is one of those times. It’s humbling and awe-inspiring to know that those who’ve chosen to be here today are coming because they care about and want to be here for us. I can’t begin to describe the depth of my gratitude to those who’ve come, in some cases traveling great distances, to celebrate with Erin and me.
I’m going to try to get some rest, because before long I’m going to be inundated with people. I may be an introvert, but I’m going to enjoy today like few I’ve ever enjoyed in my life. Right now, though, a nap sounds like a great idea.