{will you marry me, again?}

i'm still floating around in that romantic bubble from the wedding i shot last night. it was truly amazing. i cried several times, at one point, i had to really pull myself together. the couple, the atmosphere, the family, the love.....it was breathtaking. i watched a couple who were well into their eighties dance like they did when they were in their twenties - the man's eyes looked a little lost....but, his feet still moved with hers.....perfectly. i watched a grandmother learn to do the shuffle/slid. and, she did it well!!! i watched on as the parents of the bride had a special dance to "your the inspiration" as they modeled a strong marriage for this young couple with a slideshow of their life playing in the background; a surprise from the bride. i saw a wedding cake that almost toppled........it took me back to mine. i saw a new family being created. it was such a sweet night. maybe i should become a wedding crasher, i think it's a great way to reflect in a positive way....

& I want to be each of those couples - i've been the bride looking at her groom beginning that pathway of bliss, i {am} and want to be building our future as the parents who danced & have inspired this young couple and then......that little couple who have likely shared decades and despite the faded hair, lost youth, and the fact they are nearing the end of their journey together.....still have "the look" in their eyes for each other....along with their fancy footwork! I want to end even stronger than we began. It is exquisitely beautiful.

more pics to post soon on AMC ........