OH MY GOSH, I’M MARRIED!

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Holy cow, you guys, I’m hitched!

I’m a Mrs! Steven and I tied the knot on June 3, 2023 at 1:00pm!

And I am STILL floating on Cloud Nine!

I’m going to be honest, I’ve been “stalling” a little bit to publish the post, trying to wait for my professional wedding photos to be delivered, but I just can’t wait any longer to share with you! So aside from these four “sneak peek” photos from the amazing Anna May, the blurry cell phone pics from my relatives will have to do for now!

It was truly the most beautiful day of my life.

We had the most meaningful Mass, celebrated by my childhood priest who is a dear family friend, and our deacon, who led us in PreCana and has become a good friend and spiritual mentor. Fr. Jan gave the most beautiful and personal homily, and Steven and I were Eucharistic ministers, which was so powerful to have that be the first thing that we did together as a married couple.

And the reception was just so much fun! It was a Great Gatsby vibe — not a theme — but a vibe. And it was just so incredible to see all the people that we love all in the same room. And we also found special ways to incorporate Steven’s late father into the day as well, which was really meaningful.

I just can’t express how full my heart, not only because our wedding was truly a dream come true, but that actually, Steven is the dream, and my heart is just overflowing with joy, knowing that I get to spend the rest of my life loving and being loved by such an outstanding man.

Yes, I had a “dress change” during the reception. And at the end of the night, our photographer and videographer took us outside in downtown Cincinnati, and we danced at a stoplight in front of cars that were all cheering and honking for us! It was like something out of a movie.

So that’s all I have to share tonight — I want to save SOME stories for when the professional photos come in, because those are going to be amazing. Me, Steven and my mom all didn’t have our phones the entire day, so literally all the photos I have have been “screenshotted” from social media. So I can’t wait to see the day in HD, and when I do, I will certainly share them on here!

In other news, Steven and I just got back from our honeymoon in Greece! We went to the beautiful island of Santorini, and also had a day in Athens. And HOLY COW, that was the most magical vacation of my entire life. And I cannot wait to share that with you as well! I’ll give all the details and travel tips — because if there is ONE PLACE that you need to put at the top of your bucket list, this is it!

SO – there we go for now!

I’m off to write about 150 thank you notes!

Which — that’s another thing. It is so humbling to personally be on the receiving end of the overwhelming generosity from people you love, who love and are rooting for you and your spouse.

It was humbling and moving and just the entire day was overwhelmingly beautiful. We felt so loved by everyone there. Especially my parents, who threw this most magnificent wedding and reception for us — down to every tiny detail, they wanted to delight Steven and I with our dream wedding, and our gratitude to them goes so deep.

You should have seen how excited my dad got about finding us a “Gatsby Background Jazz” band — it was the cutest thing in the world. He was so personally invested in making our dreams come true. And my mom, too – flying out to NYC to go shopping together for a wedding dress, and then making me a wedding purse that was made out of HER wedding dress!

Like I said, every last detail. You know, it’s funny: this wedding was so gorgeous — not just outwardly, but the love in that room was what really made it so moving. And the thing is: I have been blessed to experience the unwavering love of my parents my entire life: and the beauty and breathtaking experience of that wedding was like an outward metaphor of their love, and what was so special for me, was that everyone else that night got to experience a taste of their self-giving love, through the beautiful party they threw.

It was a night I will never forget.

And the best part is that the magic doesn’t end…because that day was just the beginning of a magnificent new life with my husband.

The man who is the best thing that ever happened to me. The man who I admire with my whole heart. The man who is patient, incredibly generous, strong, wise, funny, dashingly handsome, upstanding, dependable, loyal, hard working, creative, fun, and just good.

It’s the beginning of an amazing chapter of my life!

Can’t wait to see what God has in store for us next!

Until Monday…

The New Mrs.

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283 thoughts on “OH MY GOSH, I’M MARRIED!”

    1. Thank you so much HJ! that is so kind of you to say. we are truly over the moon!!! what a magical day it was. thanks for sharing in the joy with us! Hugs and love xox

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  4. Oh my gosh, guys! I am all teared up! the photos you’ve shared are so very beautiful, Caralyn! I am sincerely so happy for you both and wish you guys all the best in your new life together! 😭🥰❤️😊

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    1. Hi John! Oh my gosh thank you so much for sharing in the joy — and truly the journey — with us!!! God has certainly delivered me from a lot, and it was so beautiful to see it all come full circle. We are so grateful that He brought the two of us together. Thank you for being such a wonderful friend! Hugs and love xox

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      1. You guys are so very welcome! God is so awesome! I hope that some day I can meet you both in person. Be well, God is goo. 🥰❤️

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    1. Hi Mel! Gosh, thank you so much for these kind words! Yes – we are so grateful that He brought us together, and we can’t wait to see what He has planned for us! (Hopefully children in not too long!) 🙂 Hugs and love xox

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  7. BEAUTIFUL!!!! I’m so happy for the both of you!! Blessings on your journey together as man & wife!! A cord of three strands, actually 💙🩷🤍.

    “A cord of three strands is not easily broken.” – Ecclesiastes 4:12

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    1. Hi Karah! oh my gosh thank you so much for these beautifully kind words! amen to that – that is the secret: a cord of three! We are so grateful that God brought us together! Appreciate you sharing in the joy with us! God is good! Hugs and love xox

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  8. i have followed your journeys on wordpress for so many years , i definetely was waiting on this one and im so proud of you and so in awe of you my dear of all the things you succeeded and how you never let anything stop you. i hope this union continues into other life times !!

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    1. Thank you so much Afrah! Oh my gosh, thank you so much for sharing, not only the joy of our wedding, but truly the journey with me. That seriously means so much, and I count your friendship as a huge blessing in my life. thank you from the bottom of my heart. sending all the hugs and love! xox

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    1. Oh my goodness, thank you Madeline for these beautifully kind words and for sharing in the joy with us. God is so good! Hugs and love xox

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  10. Congratulations! Everything looked so beautiful—including you! Your dress looks like you would have been floating in on a magnificent cloud! God’s blessings over your life together as one!

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    1. Thank you Melanie for these wonderfully kind words! haha yes! that is literally what I said when I first tried on the dress! my mom was crying, and I said that it looked like I was coming out of a cloud! many of my parents’ friends also described it as that when I was walking down the aisle at the Cathedral. It was my dream dress!! 🙂 thank you, God is so good, and we’re so grateful that He brought the two of us together. thanks for sharing in the joy with us! Hugs and love xox

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  12. What a blessing to hear about your grand day! May you always remember this as the happiest day of your life! You and Steven will always be a beautiful couple, with your love for each other in the Lord. Love your dress and photos!! (We’ve stayed at the hotel where you had the reception—lovely place!) Looking forward to more photos!

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    1. Thank you so much! Aw, that means so much! 🙂 Oh you have! that’s awesome! it’s in a really fun part of town too! i’ll get the photos up as soon as I get my hands on them! Hugs and love xox

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  14. P.S. Crazy thing, being a Mrs….I saved a phone call slip from the receptionist at my office, right after I came back to work following our marriage…the note said “your husband called”…😄

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    1. ahhaha — right!??? the first time someone referred to him as my husband…and ME as his wife! — it was surreal! 🙂

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    1. JB! oh my gosh thank you so much! God is so good, and we are so grateful that He brought us together. Thank you for sharing in the joy — and truly the journey — with me. You are an amazing friend, and I appreciate you! Hugs and love xox

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  17. Congratulations, and best wishes! I am so happy for you both and I pray that God blesses you with many wonderful years together!

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    1. Barbara! oh my gosh thank you so much for these wonderfully kind words and prayers! God is so good, and we are over the moon! Hugs and love xox

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    1. Thank you so much David!!! we are over the moon! God is so good, and we are so grateful that He brought us together. thank you for sharing in the joy with us! Hugs and love xox

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    1. Thank you so much my friend! oh my gosh it was such a magical day! and thank you for saying that! it was my dream dress! Hugs and love xox

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    1. Thank you so much Bridget for sharing in the joy with us! We are so grateful that God brought us together. God is so good! Hugs and love xox

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    1. Ian! my friend! You are such a great friend and have truly been walking through the journey with me. Thank you for your friendship and for sharing in the joy with us! God is good!! Hugs and love xox

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    1. Thank you so much for your kind words and prayers! God is so good, and we’re so grateful that He brought us together! Hugs and love xox

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    1. THank you so much Rachael! haha aw you’re so sweet! yes! i can’t wait to get our wedding footage and photos back! 🙂 it was such a magical day! 🙂 Hugs and love xox

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  32. I’m so happy for you! Congratulations from the bottom of my heart to you both. Thank you for sharing your life with strangers. I don’t feel like a stranger, actually, but rather like a doting aunt. How sweet you both look. God bless your union and bring forth fruit of all kinds. Children, good works and a testimony of his grace! Praise God from whom all blessings flow.

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    1. THnak you Amy for sharing in the joy with us! it truly was such a special day! and no way, you’re no stranger at all!! Doting aunt, great friend, blog buddy 🙂 yes! we are praying that children are part of His plan for us! Hugs and love xox

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  37. Wonderful, delightful, glorious. I am so ovverwhelmed with joy for both of you, more so as I am also doing mine. You made my day! May the Lord crown your union and your days with joy unspeakable and full of glory.

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    1. Thank you so much for sharing in the joy with us and for your beautiful prayer! it was such a special day! Hugs and love xox

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  38. Aww Caralyn, I’m on cloud 9 for you! The warmest congratulations to you and Steven!! Oh my goodness, what a glorious day for you both. And YOUR DRESS! I know I don’t even know you personally but you totally nailed it. 😭😍 Haha. Aww. I’m just so happy for you.

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    1. Hi Hannah! aw, thank you so much! we are STILL floating on Cloud Nine as well! Thanks for sharing in the joy with us! and haha thank you! that was my dream dress! i had no idea I would pick something like that, but let’s just say the dress chose me! haha Hugs and love xox

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    1. Aw, Andrea, thank you so much for sharing in the joy with us! have a wonderful afternoon! Hugs and love xox

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    1. Hi Laurie! aw, thank you so much! God is so good! 🙂 thanks for sharing in the joy with us! Hugs and love xox

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      2. amen to that! i still remember back in 2011, sitting at church in Manhattan alone, praying for God to bring a faithful man into my life. and boy, does He ever like to delight His children! thanks again for walking this journey with me! Hugs and love xox

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      3. So very happy for you both. I remember praying for you for years over this union. You two are such a blessing. Invest in each other every day and show people how to do it. Hugs and blessings. XO😃❤️

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    1. thank you so much! that is so kind of you to say! 🙂 it was my dream dress for sure! Hugs and love xox

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    1. Thank you so much Ann! i really appreciate your kind words, and for sharing in the joy with us! Hugs and love xox

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  48. Congratulations on your marriage and finding a wonderful man. You look beautiful in the photos. Wishing you both a fabulously happy future together.

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    1. thank you so much!! 🙂 I am so grateful for this wonderful man! thanks for sharing in the joy with us! Hugs and love xox

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    1. thank you so much!! 🙂 we are just over the moon! God is so good for bringing us together – we are so grateful! Hugs and love xox

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    1. Thank you so much Sheree! That is so kind of you to say! and thank you! my mom and I had so much picking it out together 🙂 Hugs and love xox

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