So...here we are.
After weeks, months, years of planning, the biggest moment of Holls and my lives is here. And with just over 12 hours to go, what am I thinking?
- Whatever the opposite of cold feet is, that's what I have.
- It is wonderfully surreal to see almost 100 people, all of them from different moments of our lives, under one roof to celebrate with us. It means the absolute world to us, thank you all.
- A few rooms away sleeps the most wonderful, beautiful, genuine bride I've ever known. And she's all mine, forever.
And how can I explain my feelings on her properly in one entry? I can't, but I'll try. Holls and I have been best friends for almost five years now. We've had ups and downs, sure, but one thing has always remained: my life would be drastically less fulfilling than it is now that she is part of it. I love her more than I could ever articulate to anybody else. But when I look into those eyes, the ones that stare back at me with pure love and acceptance, it's a feeling that envelopes me from deep down inside, quickly spreads to my heart, commandeers my mind, and makes me fully and 100% hers. I will forever stand by her side, commit myself to her, and will never, ever, ever take her for granted. I love her.
***
And the weight? After 2+ years, I lost just over 30 lbs., so I'm happy. Thank you all for your love and support. The weight will continue to come off in the coming years, but that's it for this blog. I'm wrapping it up. I did what I intended: I made a change. I made it for myself, for my new wife, and the future Gordons that will follow down the road. I wanted to be around longer, and now I will be.
Because tomorrow...
...It's a new day.
Good night, and we'll see you at the arbor.
---Chris Gordon
