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!”

  4. Great pictures of the happily married couple!
    Congratulations. ..!💐🏖️
    Let blessings be always with you 🙏
    Have a great time together always

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    1. Thank you so much Olatide!God is so good, and we are so grateful that He brought us together! Hugs and love xox

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  8. I am so thrilled for you both. You looked stunning. And yes weddings are fun and wonderful and exciting. Ours was 43 years ago and I still remember our favorite people and all the fun we had. So happy for you.
    Blessings,
    Debbie

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    1. aw thank you Debbie! that is so kind of you to say. and wow! congratulations on 43 years of marriage! that is so beautiful and truly something to celebrate! Hugs and love xox

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      2. hahha I can’t wait! (And I can’t wait to see what God has planned for us during those 33 years! 🙂 )

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  15. You looked beautiful for your wedding 😊. May our God bless you with many happy years and be your guide through the difficult times. God Bless you both!

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    1. hi Krista! oh my gosh thank you so much! God is so good and we’re forever grateful that He brought us together! Hugs and love xox

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    1. Thank you so much Sylvia! that’s so kind of you! i couldn’t wait any longer, i had to share, even though it’s just cell phone photos, i just couldn’t contain the joy any longer! heheh Hugs and love xox

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  17. Congratulations! I was praying for you both all that day. May God continue to bless you and your husband and families.

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    1. aw, Linda thank you so much for your prayers and beautifully kind words! amen to that – we are so grateful that God brought us together! Hugs and love xox

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  18. How utterly wonderful and beautiful! I’m tearing up here, always rooting for you and your success. Can’t wait to see pics of Greece! Keep on being magical xoxo

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    1. Thank you Paula! aw, you are so sweet!!! and such a great friend. thank you for sharing in the joy with us, and for being in our corner! love you! Hugs and love xox

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  19. Congratulations! I’m a Canadian who regularly read your blog for years, before the pandemic.

    I only know as much about ED as I do owing to reading your blog (I’m a writer and I never thought I’d learn about that).

    A few truths: you’re a stellar blogger. Many more people around the world are spiritual than non-spiritual. Whether God is tangible, the ethics of religion are unmistakable.

    People who enjoy spirituality are certainly happier than those not.

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    1. Hi Odell! oh my gosh, thank you for this beautiful note! you are truly such a great friend, and I so appreciate you sharing in the joy — and the journey — with me! God is so good, and I can’t wait to see what He has in store next! 🙂 Hugs and love xox

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    1. thank you so much Mike! God is so good, and we are forever grateful that He brought us together! Hugs and love xox

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    1. aw, thank you so much for sharing in the joy with us!! It was certainly a day full of LOTS of beaming! heheh Hugs and love xox

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    1. thank you so much my friend! God is so good, and we’re so grateful that He brought us together! Hugs and love xox

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  27. You and Steven make a beautiful couple not only in your spirit, but also on the outside. I haven’t been able to find the words that would say the level of congratulations that my heart is feeling for both of you. May God bless you both as you start this new journey of your lives. Gorgeous!

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    1. Thank you so much! oh my gosh, what a kind thing to say! I feel your love beaming though the screen! God is so good, and we are forever grateful that He brought us together. And we can’t wait to see what He has in store for us! (Hopefully children in not too long! 🙂 ) Really appreciate you sharing in the joy with us! Hugs and love xox

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  29. Gorgeous pics! Never mind the professional captures, I personally like snapshots the best. You two look so happy! All the best for you guys!!!

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    1. Thank you so much Evelyn! Very true! The snapshots tell the real story! haha oh my gosh the joy in the room that day was absolutely palpable! There were people in Steven’s family who came all the way from the Philippines! It was truly the coming together of two wonderful families, which is just what we were praying for! Hugs and love xox

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    1. Thank you so much Jim!! A long awaited day, and we couldn’t more more overjoyed! Hugs and love xox

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  33. From the bottom of my heart Congratulations! Everything looks amazing. It is so good to see young people committing their lives together and giving praise to God. I can feel your joy and love in your writing. I wish you many happy years to come! God Bless!

    Ps. I long time ago I lived for a whole year in Athens 🙂

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    1. Thank you so much Eri!! It was such a beautiful day, and the biggest reason I believe, is that God really had His hand over the day, blessing us and our families! Everyone there shared the faith together, and there was just so much joy in that room, it was palpable!!! God is so good! and how awesome! we absolutely LOVED Greece! Lucky you to be able to experience it for a year!!! Hugs and love xox

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    1. This is such a joy to read! You are so special. I admire you so much. May you always look to God for strength, love, joy and peace! I send so much love your way!

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      1. Aw, thank you so much Laurie, for sharing in the joy with us! You have shared the journey with me for a long time, and I truly appreciate your friendship!!! God is so good, and we are so grateful that He brought us together! Hugs and love xox

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  37. OH MY GOODNESS!! I am so thrilled for you! That dress is so you! Nothing could have been more perfect! That blurry pic of you and your dad is everything!! You’re going to love the blurry pics forever!! they are just so special! I love this. I am soooo happy for you…💖

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    1. Thank you so much Sierra!! oh my gosh you are so kind to say that! and yes! that blurry pic with my dad is my absolute favorite!! you’re right – those capture the essence of the day so well, perhaps even moreso than the professional ones! thanks for sharing in the joy with us! Hugs and love xox

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    1. Hi Mary! oh my gosh, thank you so much for sharing in the joy with us! means a lot! Hugs and love xox

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  39. I feel so privileged to have followed you through this blogging journey. A huge congratulations and what a wonderful day captured through the photos. I love it. I am celebrating your very special day with your friends and families and especially your new husband! This is all so special! Huge love and again, congratulations! x

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    1. thank you so much for sharing in the joy with us! It was such a magical day, and I so appreciate your kind words! Hugs and love xox

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    1. Hi Harry! thank you so much for your kind words! We are so grateful that He brought us together! God is good! Hugs and love xox

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    1. Thank you Angela for sharing in the joy with us! it was a day we will never forget! Hugs and love xox

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  44. You look so happy and beautiful with your lovely wedding dress!! The photos are great! Congratulations! I’m so happy for you!!! All the best in your new phase of life!!!

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    1. aw, thank you so much for sharing in the joy with us! and gosh, what a kind thing to say! that dress was definitely fun to wear! i wish i had another occasion to bust it out again!! hahah Hugs and love xox

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  45. I’m so happy for you two! I’ve been following you on here for almost a decade, since back when I was “Pi,” and with all the struggles I’ve read about in that time, it really does feel uplifting to read about something so joyful that you’ve spent so long waiting for. Congratulations!

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    1. Hi Greg! oh gosh, thank you so much for sharing in, not only the joy of that day, but truly the entire journey with me! you are such a great friend, and you’re absolutely right – this day was a long time coming. And God certainly has delivered me from a lot, and this really brought it all full circle. Thank you for being so awesome! Hugs and love xox

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  47. Even though it’s a little bit late, Happy Wedding and congratulations on your new phase of a happy life !!! God bless your soul and your union forever.

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    1. aw, thank you so much!!! i really appreciate you sharing in the joy with us! God is so good! Hugs and love xox

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    1. aw, thank you so much Rosa! i truly appreciate you sharing in the joy with us! God is so good! Hugs and love xox

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