Wedding Post

[spongetastic]

[when the guests arrive they will see that the garden is in beautiful fall colors. They have chairs set up, and lanterns are hung up for when it grows dark. They are free to mingle until the ceremony starts. The fountain is nearby as well]




[pre wedding | seats | ceremony | reception go tag around]

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[inafadingcrown]

[Galadriel looks between the two of them and smiles. As a leader she was accustomed to public speaking, but this was different. This was not about politics but about friendship and love. The stakes were higher here. But she manages to stifle her nerves and slide into the role of officiant.]

One of the most intriguing, and, at times, the most frustrating aspects of Paradisa is the varied nature of its residents. We are brought here across time and across worlds. We are any number of races, faiths, and hail from innumerable backgrounds. Yet we gather here to celebrate that which binds us all- love.

The love of friendship which has filled these seats with so many smiling faces. The love of family- both those bond by blood and those who have found each other here. [She takes a moment to smile at Phoebe.]

And above all, the love between Phoebe Halliwell and Peter Petrelli, two souls who have decided to bind themselves together in spite of the uncertainty that pervades all our lives here. For whatever may come in the days that follow, they are certain in themselves and in each other.

It is their wish to be bond in a handfasting and they have given the honor of officiating to me. At this point, I believe it is customary to ask if both bride and groom are here of your own free will. Phoebe? Peter?

[kungfuwitch]

[Phoebe smiles warmly at her friend. She had known all along that there was only one person she wanted to officiate and hearing her speak now she knew she was right.

She nods, her gaze turning to Peter as she replies]

I am.

[spongetastic]

[Yes, Galadriel was definitely the best one for this. Peter spares a moment to glance at her and give her a little smile of thanks before focusing back on Phoebe]

I am.

[inafadingcrown]

Then, I would have you now exchange both vows and the rings that are to serve as a reminder of them.

[And here she waits for the vows she knows each have written.]

[kungfuwitch]

[Phoebe takes a breath, steadying herself.]

Peter. The day after we met you saved my life. [She smiles] It's become pretty indicative of our entire relationship. Whenever I've needed someone you've been right there, through good and bad, loss and gain and I've strived to do the same for you. From the moment we met I knew you were one of the kindest, sweetest most compassionate people I've ever known. You have a good heart and it shows in everything you do. I'm thankful every day that I met you and consider myself blessed to have you in my life.

[She takes his left hand, holding a ring in her other hand. She meets his eyes with a smile, tears already threatening to spill from her eyes.]

My world is better for having you in it and I can't imagine spending one moment without you. [Her voice cracks and the first tear slips down her cheek] I love you, Peter. And with family, friends and the Goddess as my witness I give you my heart. [Her hand trembles as she slides the ring onto his finger] With this ring I promise to love and cherish you. To help keep our days safe and full of joy and laughter. [There's a hitch in her voice as more tears escape the corners of her eyes] I vow to be your wife and partner in all things and to walk this path with you as we're meant to - together.

[spongetastic]

I've always believed in destiny, but I never thought destiny would lead me here. I never thought I would be grateful to this place, but then you came into my life. Phoebe, you're more than just a girl I fell in love with. You're my partner, someone I can always count on to stand beside me.

[he takes out the ring, smiling at her]

Today before all our family and friends I give you my heart. [there is a tremor in his voice but his hand manages not to shake as he slides the ring on her finger] With this ring I promise to love and cherish you. To stand by your side through good times and bad, the ups and downs of this place. I vow to be your husband and partner and face whatever comes next together.

[inafadingcrown]

[Oh, you two may even be making her tear up a little. She picks up the cords that have been sitting nearby and turns to the couple. ]

Would you now take each other’s hands?

[And, as soon as they do, she’ll loosely wrap the cords around their hands, finally tying a little knot in the rope. She continues to speak as she does so.]

Your vows, your love, and your pledges to one another already bind you more closely than aught else could. Let these cords, then, be not that which holds you together, but rather a reminder of those more intangible ties and a sign that you have declared them in the sight of kith, kin, and all that you hold holy.

[kungfuwitch]

[Phoebe's eyes sparkle as she gazes at Peter. She can feel the power all around them. They may not be binding themselves together magically but words have power and the cords around their hands practically hum with the strength of their vows and Galadriel's words.

This moment feels more right than almost anything else that's happened in her life. She can practically feel Destiny smiling on them as she holds her breath, waiting for Galadriel to continue.]

[spongetastic]

[Peter hadn't heard of handfasting before this, but this feels right to him. He offers Phoebe a special smile and squeezes her hand. He's been ready for this moment for a long time]

[inafadingcrown]

[And continue she will, a broad smile finding its way across her own face.]

It is my honor to declare you husband and wife; may the sun shine always on your path. You may now kiss the bride.

[kungfuwitch]

[Phoebe's smile widens as she leans in half way, waiting for Peter to close the gap so they can share their first kiss as husband and wife.]

[spongetastic]

[he kisses her then, holding her close. Kissing Phoebe is always wonderful, but this time it feels different in the best kind of way because she's his wife]