[news] Denise and Mary Got Hitched!

Tonight I had the privilege of watching two great women marry in Canada, Denise & Mary. The ceremony took place at the Willistead Manner in Windsor, Canada (here). The setting was absolutely gorgeous. Professor Frier told us that the Manor was owned by Edward Chandler Walker - the same Walker from Contracts that was involved in the sale of the barren cow that was not so barren (Sherwood v. Walker).

After walking into this amazing home, I sat listening to two women playing the harp and the flute. I thought I might fall asleep were a wedding not about to commence. Mary's brother and Denise's daughters both gave short readings and lit two candles before the couple exchanged vows. Denise started crying almost immediately as the Minister began reciting the official vows to which Mary replied, "I do" and "I will." Lucky for Denise, she had some tissues stuffed into her brassiere just in case.

Everyone chuckled a bit since Denise could not hide her tears or the tissue for too long. Nonetheless, Denise returned the vows to Mary in kind. And, in first class lesbian fashion, both Mary and Denise read their own personal vows to one another. There was no hiding the tissue for either of the ladies at this point. Yes, Mary had a tissue stuffed away as well.

Despite the emotion, Denise and Mary both read their personal vows with clarity. They both committed immense and beautiful things to one another. Denise even commented on Mary having brought animals into her life - everyone laughed. The couple exchanged rings. Next, the couple walked over to the two candles that had been lit earlier and used them to light the marriage candle.

Then, the Minister, Denise, and their Maids of Honor all signed the marriage papers. This all seemed like a long, yet necessary delay to the main event - the kiss! We all stood and watched the couple head out the door and on to amazing horderves and a wonderful dinner. The rest is history! Best wishes on your lifelong journey, Ladies.