[Adelina]

What an awesome weekend: RG and sarah_thorne tied the knot!

Not only was it mega-cool to see two great people who are so compatible become officially-official, but it was the niftiest wedding I think I've ever been to. For those who don't know, they are very active in US Civil War re-enactment, and that hobby became the theme of the big day. There were confederate soldiers and beautiful Southern belles all around -- not merely costumed, but authentically reproduced. It was really cool. The preacher and his wife were also outfitted, and if I understood correctly, even the timing of the wedding -- in winter, when fighting would taper off and soldiers could get away for a spell -- was based on the reality of the era.

The theme continued at the reception, where there was an ensemble playing period music and teaching period dances. That was really fun, albeit a bit dizzying. The food was yummy, the cake was delicious, the atmosphere was joyful, and the company was great. There was a small contingent of "our kind" tucked amongst all the family and friends, and it was really an honor to be part of their special day. Some of our menfolk even got decked out in authentic clothing courtesy of RG. We did ponder how we'd respond if anyone asked us how we knew the bride and groom, but fortunately I don't think it came up.

Of course, at the center of it all were our beloved Colonel and his new bride, both of whom looked just amazing in their respective outfits. He was all done up in his cavalry gear, looking all noble and dashing. Her dress was specially made and really defies description, just gorgeous, complete with authentic underskirts and a lace-up bodice and this beautiful cascading veil. A few of us had to help extract her from all that fabric later on, which I understand is also standard for that era!

I just can't say enough about what a great event it was, and also how honored I feel to have been a part of it. RG and sarah_thorne are two of my favorite people, and I'm just so happy for their union of love and devotion to one another. I hope you will all join me in congratulating the happy couple and wishing them many years of happiness together!