The sun was almost setting; it was 3:00 pm. We could see the rays
peering through the branches of the trees at the start of the altar. The trees
blossomed blue and white flowers with white lights hanging down and
transmitting a perfect romantic aura in the environment. On 26th October, 2014, Nichollas
Courtois and Bubbles Song wed each other in the holy matrimony of forever love.
Photograph Credits: Samual Wetherby; edited by Debby Sharma to
form to a collage.
Wedding
Venue http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Sarcasm/229/49/22
The groom walked down the altar, covered with petals, with the
groomsman, Cowboy Swansen. Nichollas stood there waiting at the end of the altar
with his eyes sparkling as he looked down thinking about the last few moments of
his bachelor life ended. Then the flower girl, Sara, followed by Ivy, the
bridesmaid with Blackheart, Best man and son of the couple, entered and walked
towards the altar. The groom looked up with the smile and thinking all the
dreams he had dreamt with his love. Becks and Bubbles held hands while climbing
up the steps to walk to the end of altar. Every one smiled at the beautiful
bride. The groom, Nichollas looked determined and convinced that she is the only
one who could complete him in every way.
Photograph Credits: Samual Wetherby; edited by Debby Sharma to
form to a collage.
The beautiful white wedding gown sewed with soft silk and ribbons
were custom made by “Junbug”. Bubbles says, “It was a weird story actually. Ever
since I was a little girl, I've always said that when i get married I want Sarah's
ball gown from the movie The Labyrinth. I couldn't find a mesh version in SL so
I settled for a beautiful dress made by my friend Tori. When I was out shopping
for bridesmaid dresses, I stumbled across this one, which is almost an exact
replica of my dream dress, so I had to have it.Thank you so much Tori.”
Photograph Credits: Samual Wetherby
The preacher, Vasanti Romano, started the wedding ceremony by
saying, “Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to join together Nichollas
Courtois and Bubbles Song in the hands of marriage.” After a moment of silence,
she asked Becks Jarman, bride’s best friend to give her away to Nichollas
Courtois. The preacher asked both Bubbles and Nichollas if they wanted to take
each other to be their wedded husband and wife respectively. Would they love,
honour, comfort, and cherish each other from that day forward, forsaking all
others, keeping only unto each other for as long as you both shall live.
Bubbles replied “I do” with commitment and love in her eyes. The couple looked
at each other sharing a smile with sparkle in their eyes. Nichollas replied
without any hesitation, “I do.”
When it was time to exchange their vows, Nichollas chuckled saying,
“Course it's me first..." while searching his pockets, he said, “I wanted
to cheat and take the words I had written for you in my picks and recycle them,
not because I waited 'til today to write my vows, but because they capture how
I feel for you and how I've felt for you since the day we met.” Bubbles smiled
as she looked at her organised man. He continued, “On that day I was looking
for a DJ to hire instead I found you, a friend, my girl, my angel...my
songbird. Granted, I never spoke to you much after that day and did all I could
to avoid you but the moment I needed you - you appeared. You made me laugh and
gave me no down time to wallow in shit. And since that day you've been caring
for me, loving me and, let's face it, you've had moments you've been
"dealing" with me. For a while there I was scattered and struggling
and ready to book but you, with all your patience and sweetness made it your
mission to help me see how lucky I am. If anyone doubts it I'll confirm to them
right now that you are the most amazing woman. You showed up right when I
needed you. You replaced bullshit with sanity, conflict with calm and doubt
with your own brand of goofy optimism - all the while dancing around me,
sticking flowers in my hair as I scowl and try not to laugh...A songbird...a
siren who has sung me into a fog of something new and strange. Those were my feelings
then and they're my feelings now, but here on out I get to love you as my wife.”
With tears rolling down, Bubbles wiped her cheeks saying, “I know
these are probably longer than your average wedding vows, so please forgive
me. But there is a lot I wanted to say to this amazing man, and you all
know me well enough to know I talk too much.” With a quick laugh, taking his
hand and looking up into his eyes, she spoke softly, “Nick, The very moment you
came into my life, is the moment my world was turned upside down. I've
never felt so inexplicably drawn to someone from the second they said
"Hello". Although I had to bury it away and hide it, I always shone a
little bit brighter when you were around. It was a long time coming before we
found our way to one another, but when we did, it happened exactly when the
time was right for both of us. You have made me feel more deeply than I thought
I could, and made me happier every single day than I ever thought I would be. It
hasn't been an easy road for us, but I truly believe it has been worth it. We
have been brought closer and made stronger and what we have now is exactly what
it should be. There is nothing we cannot face if we stand together. You make my
heart smile and you are more of amazement to me, each day I rediscover you. I
fall in love with you again and again with each kiss and I'm the luckiest girl
alive that you chose me to be your wife. And on this day and every day onward,
I promise myself to you totally and completely. I promise to trust you, encourage
you and respect you. To cherish your love and never take you for granted. I
promise to always be honest and open with you. To earn your love every day and
always be the girl you deserve. My heart and soul are already yours but I
promise to let you keep them, as long as you keep them safe and I promise to do
the same with yours in return. I promise to have the patience that love
demands, to speak when words are needed and to share in the silence when they
are not and to never let us lose our spark. I promise to always argue with you.”
She looked up saying, “I told you I'd get that in there!” smiling again she
continued, “I promise to always be your good luck charm and cheerleader for
every Broncos game. But most of all, I promise to love you unconditionally and
without hesitation. Loving what I know of you and trusting what I don’t
yet know, I give you my hand. I give you my love. I give you myself. These are
my vows, and I make them to you with a soul full of love and a heart full of
you. With every beat of my heart, I love you.”
The rings were exchanged. Nicholas placed the ring on Bubbles's
finger followed by Bubbles. They took an oath, “With this ring I thee wed. I wear
it as a symbol of our love and commitment.” With this Vasanti Romano ends with
her final words, “I pronounce that they are husband and wife. You may now seal
the promises you have made with each other with a kiss. Nicholas, you may kiss
your bride!”
Photograph Credits: Samual Wetherby; edited by Debby Sharma to
form to a collage.
After the wedding and the photo session, the couple went to the
reception area, which was a wedding gift from the groomsman, Cowboy. Family and
friends raised a toast for the newly wed couple.
Blackheart Taurus, the couple’s son said, “All I can say is I wish
you and Nick all the happiness that two special people can have as they both
deserve it. One promise I make to you is that I will not let you down in anyway.
Congrats and much happiness to mom and dad.”
Becks Jarman, best friend of the Bride said, “Hello! For those of
you who may not know me, I'm Becks! I'd sincerely like to thank everyone who
could be with us today to celebrate this wonderful day. I have known Bubbles
since my very first weeks on Second Life and from the first conversation with
her I knew we were sister souls and I came to love her more than I can say! She
showed me how much fun there is to be had here and has since been my best
friend, my sister, my roommate, and still one of absolute favorite people in
and out of second life! And just like Bubbles and i became fast friends,
Bubbles knew Nick was the man for her the moment she met him. He was definitely
her knight in shining sunglasses! I've never seen her glowing and so happy as I
have when she's around this guy and I love him for it! I truly believe these
two have something strong and special and I couldn't be happier for you both! I
can't thank you both enough for letting me be such a big part of your special
day. I'm so honoured and happy I could be here today. I know it's been a bumpy
road planning this day, some keyboard malfunctions and crashes. but we accomplished it like a boss!”
Ivy (Cottonhand) said, “The groom is my brother. I can say that Trinity
is a special gift for him. I have known Nick for over a year. We met at a Rock
Club. He supported me till that time and I tried to be there for him. When he
told me about Bubbles, I could understand that she is very special girl and
when I met her, she found a permanent place in my heart. I wish both of them a
happy life. I feel so honoured to ber her bridesmaid.”
Jeanette Contepomi says, “He proposed to her at my park during her show.
I have those pictures too. My daughter is their flower girl too.
Diligaff says to Bubbles, “I am so happy you have found your
soul mate, I wish you and him many years of happiness.”
Delores Beaumont says, “Bubbles is what her name implies, a very
bubbly personality, Nick seems to be equally as fun to be around, I think they
have found the perfect partnership and wish them a very long and happy marriage
together. Good luck to you both and thank you for inviting me to be a part of your
special day.”
Daydream said, “Nick and Bubbles, you are the perfect SL couple. I
wish for you happiness and joy for as long as it is possible here on SL.
Love you both.”
McDerix and Mariza said, “I've known Bubbles for a long time, some would
say too long! But we had a date every Thursday at the Rockin Blues Cellar and
she became
great friends with all of us! We'd like to wish Bubbles and Nick a
long and happy one and a great marriage too. We love you guys.”
KiikiiDoll and Jayson said, “Congratulations to
Bubbles and Nick. Sorry we were not able to make the wedding :( Jayson and I
wish you and Nick all the best!”
Photograph Credits: Samual Wetherby; edited by Debby Sharma to
form to a collage.
Mrs. and Mr. Courtois
thanked Cowboy who graciously allowed them the venue to celebrate. Nichollas
laughingly said, “CB who is like my brother, since I met the guy he's had no
problem giving shit to me straight and threatening to kick me at every turn.
Thanks for the support, brother. Then there's Black, my son, he thinks he's
better looking than me but I think it's evident who's the good looking one in
this family, his mother.” He continued, “I also want to thank Becks who has
been there when I might have messed things up with the girl who is now my wife.
So with all that out of the way I say get drunk, request some music, keep up
the talking and have fun. Salud!” With this they raised glass for the last time
till they put their feet on the floor with a brief cake cutting event and
eventually to their first dance.
On behalf of 4m my Eyes!, we would like to wish all the happiness
and love to the newlywed couple, Bubbles and Nichollas Courtois.
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