And I'm back . . . with wedding photos!
It has been awhile since I last blogged. Thank you for your patience . . . and your prayers. In all honesty, it has been a bit hard revisiting my blog page, as this is the last thing I remember doing before I received the news to head toward the hospital on May 21st. It seems so wrong that I was blogging just minutes before my life was turned upside down, but I was so eager to share my excitement with all of you about my engagement to Tanner.
Now, 6 months later, I am eager to share with you my excitement yet again . . . the excitement of my wedding day. The wedding was absolutely fantastic. Thank you for all your prayers. There wasn’t even a cloud in the sky. I have felt so loved and encouraged by this community of bloggers as many of you prayed blessings on us, shared your relationship wisdom and advice via blog, and others sent wedding gifts to congratulate Tanner and I. Thank you . . . Thank you . . . Thank you!
Maria was most certainly missed at the wedding as I watched only one flower girl proceed me down the aisle; however, I knew she was present in spirit. The ceremony was beautiful, and I felt God’s presence. And the reception was such a blast! I felt as if God allowed us a small taste of the festivities that are coming when we, the Bride of Christ, will be forever united with our Husband Redeemer! What hope it gives me to know that there will not be a second death for those who believe in Jesus!
All photo credits belong to divineimages.net
Beautiful photos Emily...and I know a beautiful marriage began that day. God Bless you both and our prayers are still with you.
Posted by: Kevin in Paducah | November 19, 2008 at 02:03 PM
What beautiful pictures....thanks for sharing....your family continues to be in my prayers...
Posted by: Janine | November 19, 2008 at 02:05 PM
Oh Emily, your pictures are breath taking. You are such a beautiful young woman. Congratulations on your wedding to Tanner. Welcome back. We love you.
Posted by: Ashley in SC | November 19, 2008 at 02:07 PM
Loved the photos...understand about the absence...Really enjoyed the fact that Tanner was wearing "real" shoes at the wedding. I longed for my tennis shoes the day I was married...Congrats! Still remembering you all in prayer
Posted by: Pouilly Family | November 19, 2008 at 02:08 PM
Beautiful! You looked amazing and it's good to hear how wonderful the day was! Congratulations again! Thank you for sharing with this "blog family" who has and continues to pray for you and your family. I'm hopeful that you will find comfort in the love shared here.
Posted by: Isabelle | November 19, 2008 at 02:08 PM
Thank you for sharing your pictures with us! Congratulations to you and Tanner! I hope you're enjoying your married life together and have many blessed years together.
You are a beautiful bride! The picture of you two sitting in the chairs is so lovely with the beautiful blue sky.
Posted by: BP | November 19, 2008 at 02:13 PM
Thank you for sharing - the pictures are gorgeous! We continue to pray for you and your family and the related ministries. Welcome back!
Posted by: Ann | November 19, 2008 at 02:13 PM
Beautiful photos! We had an outdoor wedding a few years ago, and I was equally relieved when the weather cooperated. :)
Thanks so much for sharing with us, and congratulations again!
Posted by: RA | November 19, 2008 at 02:14 PM
Emily thank you so much for sharing the beautiful photos and thoughts. I prayed and prayed for your entire family that weekend. I saw your dad out here in WA 3 weeks before the big day and he just glowed talking about the upcoming event!
Many blessings in your marriage!
Cathy C
Seattle, WA
Posted by: Cathy C. | November 19, 2008 at 02:15 PM
Emily, these photos are absolutely stunning! I pray that you and Tanner have a blessed life together. Congratulations!
Posted by: Sarah | November 19, 2008 at 02:15 PM
Thank you for sharing your special day with us. It looks just lovely, what great pictures. It is good to hear from you.
Posted by: Chris M | November 19, 2008 at 02:19 PM
Two words: Simply Gorgeous
May the lord continue to bless you and your family.
Congratulations!!!
Posted by: Ann Marie | November 19, 2008 at 02:19 PM
the pictures are awesome, em! thank you for letting me share such a special day with you and tan! everything was so wonderful! and i am so excited to have a new cousin!! :) love you both!
Posted by: kelli beth | November 19, 2008 at 02:19 PM
Love Tanner's shoes! The pic from behind of the two of you in the chairs...absolutely my favorite!
Congratulations, the wedding is just the beginning!
Posted by: Jenny | November 19, 2008 at 02:19 PM
What beautiful photos of your special day. Thank you for sharing them with your reader. The prayers continue on....
Posted by: abby | November 19, 2008 at 02:21 PM
Embarrassing.:) It should say "readers" not "reader". Sorry!
Posted by: abby | November 19, 2008 at 02:22 PM
Glad to have you back! Thank you for sharing your day with us. The pictures are beautiful!
Posted by: Stefanie in Illinois | November 19, 2008 at 02:25 PM
What beautiful pictures! Congratulations on this new phase of your relationship; what a wonderful and and exciting journey it will be. Please keep us all updated as your journey continues. You and Tanner will be in our prayers. Thank you for sharing pieces of your life with us. Blessings!!
Posted by: Kristen | November 19, 2008 at 02:25 PM
Just beautiful... BLESSINGS for a long lifetime of LOVE & HAPPINESS <3
MARIA's spirit is ALWAYS with you Emily, Tanner, family and friends! BLESSINGS ALWAYS
Anne from Penn
Posted by: Anne from Northwest Penn | November 19, 2008 at 02:27 PM
Great photos! I enjoyed hearing you on "The Fifth Grader". It is so great to think you are the one that started it all! And you were right is was God who really did it!
Posted by: Sharon | November 19, 2008 at 02:29 PM
Thank you for sharing, the pictures are gorgeous. I can understand how hard this was to come back and face. Continued prayers for you and Tanner, many blessings for your life together.
Posted by: julie in CA | November 19, 2008 at 02:33 PM
You are precious to share these photos. They are simply breath-taking. Truly gorgeous.
Just today I was praying for you guys...yall haven't been forgotten.
BonkLand
Posted by: Bonky's Mama | November 19, 2008 at 02:35 PM
Thanks so much for sharing- your dress is beautiful! If your sisters have gotten their paper dolls yet, it looks like I did pretty well guessing how to make the bride look like you!
Posted by: Janele | November 19, 2008 at 02:36 PM
What sweet pictures, thank you for sharing them with us. Many blessings to y'all.
Charity
Posted by: Charity | November 19, 2008 at 02:39 PM
Beautiful pics. You looked stunning. Thanks for sharing Emily.
Posted by: Nicole | November 19, 2008 at 02:42 PM