Here is the text of our wedding ceremony; sadly, I can't recall the name of the woman who officiated it! I should ask Alli if she remembers...
George McNinch and Allison Cooper
Reverend:
Dear friends and relatives, out of affection for Allison and George, we have gathered together to wi\tness and bless their mutual vows which will unite them in marriage. To this moment, they bring tha\t particular personality and spirit which is uniquely their own, out of which will grow their life together. Let us rejoice with them in their outward symbol of an inward union of hearts, a union cre\ated by friendship, respect, and love.
Each and everyone present at this joyful celebration has played a part in the lives of Allison and George. They would like to thank you for your friendship, caring, and support.
Allison and George, you have agreed to be faithful because nothing can be stronger or more important. You have agreed to be truthful so that you can always trust; to be respectful, for each of you is a special person. You have been blessed with much love and the capacity to share it.
What greater thing is there for two human souls than to feel they are joined for life, to support ea\ch other in all endeavours, to comfort each other in all sorrow, to minister each other in all pain, to cherish being together in all joy. Allison and George are friends, lovers, individuals, and companions, and shall remain so.
Let us join in the union of Allison and George.
Exchange of Vows:
Reverend:
Please join your hands. You have chosen a ring as a seal of your wedding vows. These rings symbolize unending love and the lifetime commitment you have made to one another. As often as you both see them, may you be reminded of this treasured moment and the undying love you promise.
George:
I, George, take you, Allison, for my wife. I promise to love you now and always; to trust you -- to believe in you. I promise to listen to the feelings in your heart, and to keep your love close to my heart -- so we'll continue to be together. I give to you my life, my dreams, and all of my tomorrows. And I promise never to take you for granted -- for you are and always will be the love of my life. I give you this ring as a symbol of my love and respect.
[George gets ring from Best Man; puts ring on Allison's finger ]
Allison:
I, Allison, take you, George, for my husband. I promise to love you now and always; to trust you -- to believe in you. I promise to listen to the feelings in your heart, and to keep your love close to my heart -- so we'll continue to be together. I give to you my life, my dreams, and all of my tomorrows. And I promise never to take you for granted -- for you are and always will be the love of my life. I give you this ring as a symbol of my love and respect.
[Allison gets ring from Maid of Honor; puts ring on George's finger ]
Pronouncement:
Reverend:
George and Allison have chosen to be married and have sealed their vows with rings as witnessed by t\heir friends and family. I present them to you as husband and wife.
[ to George and Allison ] You may kiss each other.
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