In my future I see you and me,
And a house and garden filled with trees.
I see dinner parties surrounded by friends,
And a vegetable patch we love to tend.
I see cozy nights in front of the fire,
And a four-poster bed for when we tire.
I see our kitchen which will be the heart of the home,
And a Victorian bath brimming with foam.
I see muddy wellies by the front door,
And the kids eating cookies and asking for more.
I see nights in the garden camping under the stars,
And shelves full of mismatching local jam jars.
I see family picnics outside with the dog,
And a little blue shed containing the logs.
I see us sat by the window watching the snow,
And reading the papers and learning to grow.
I see pictures of family in quirky frames,
And letters on the kids’ doors spelling out their names.
I see laughter, pain, kisses and tears,
And helping each other to confront our fears.
I see you as my friend and also my lover,
Your confidant and your children’s mother.
I see a wonderful future for you and I,
And it’s cloaked in love until we die.

Emma Salmon

Steve and Lauren were married just before sunset, in front of their closest family and friends. The poem above was read aloud during the ceremony. If you ask me, any couple who chooses these words is on the path to a happy and fulfilling marriage…and Lauren and Steve are well on their way. Other special touches over the course of the night included a tree which parents and siblings were asked to fill with dirt to represent the roots of Steve and Lauren’s life together. Once the sun went down…the party started with funny and heartwarming speeches and of course a major dance party. Special thanks to Donna for shooting alongside me!! Congratulations again you two!