Every wedding we attend reminds me of our own wedding back in 1969, but family weddings are special. What struck me today during my morning prayer was the memory of the nuptual blessing -- that you might see your children and your children's children.
Last night at the rehearsal dinner we did see one of our children, the groom's dad, and eight of our grandchildren. We also saw two of our children's children's children -- little great grandsons. Today we will see three of our other children and more grandchildren, our children's children.
What an occasion to see the fulfillment of the wedding blessing in the abundant gift of life the Lord has showered on our family. What a joy to see the young adults enjoying each other's friendship with that joy physically expressed in music, dancing, and laughter. And what can bring more joy to the heart than to hold and embrace a precious little babe in arms so fresh from the heart of God.
At this stage of life, Larry and I are mostly smiling observers. At Mass we will sit in our assigned seat near the front and pray for the beautiful young couple, the best wedding gift of all. At the reception, we will get up on the dance floor and sway a bit and maybe even do a few easy swing moves, but mostly we will sit and watch and smile and then leave to get home before dark.
Please pray for the bride and groom and for the safety of all the wedding guests as they travel. And know that at Mass today, I will be remembering you too. Everyone on earth has a unique story worth telling and worth hearing. May God fill your story with blessings. May your joys be abundant and your sorrows few. And may we all rejoice in conforming our wills to the will of God.
Dear Jesus, Lord of the Dance, be with all of us today and every day.
Congratulations and God bless your family ❤️!
ReplyDeleteThank you. He certainly has! May Jesus Christ be praised!
DeleteOne reason I liked reading from time to time is your family. It's also nice to see more experienced people together after 50+ years. My parents raised four children (one with special needs), personality wise were opposites of one another, had some differences in politics and religion, , and were married for 56 years until my father passed 8 years ago. I was glad my mom gave my dad a chance - he was a good man.
ReplyDeleteWe've been married 56 years as well and, while we were always united in the faith, our personalities are polar opposite: extrovert/invert, choleric/phlegmatic, math and science/literature and writing, etc. The key for us was mutual respect (most of the time) and the protection of the marriage covenant and vows before God. It sounds like you have great respect for your parents and that is a virtue indeed.
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