Weddings are a time of celebration (an obvious statement and no revelation). Perhaps you have found, like me, that some are more fun and stand out in your mind more than others. Sometimes, the beauty of the ceremony or the obvious love of the couple leaves memorable imprints. Other times, the fine meal and wines are the most remembered. Then there are the flawless ones where everything goes like perfect clockwork from the delivery of the vows to the after wedding party. In recent memories, two weddings fit the latter. One, the marriage of my niece Holly to her husband Rob.

I still visualize the peaceful floral outdoor setting followed by a wonderful meal. How my sister and brother-in-law planned for months to create a lasting memory for their daughter and new son. More recently, my niece Erin and Patrick were wed. Over the months, we watched and listened as Erin's parents along with the couple planned, worked, and strategized to create a perfect wedding experience. The momentous day finally arrived. Following the ceremony, family and guests headed to the Capitol Hyatt in Columbus for a party second to none. A sixteen-piece band played as toasts were raised and fine food was served. Then the obligatory first dance arrived. All smiled, many remembering their own history. Then, wow! The couple stopped the music. Everyone was stunned. But not for long! Erin and Patrick, with microphones in hand, suddenly burst into song, accompanied by the band, singing an unabashed rendition of "I've Got You Babe” of Sonny and Cher fame. Suddenly, an aura of amazement descended upon the crowd. Smiles, applause, and laughte

r filled the room as two expressed their obvious love for each other. I have never seen anything like it as the air was charged with good will, hope, and best wishes. I smile now as I write this. Life's celebrations, aren't they wonderful?

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