Weddings are joyous occasions but there are some aspects of the day that some of us would cut short if it weren’t for that thing called tradition. The rules are all unwritten, and as much as you would rather keep it short and simple (KISS), to break any of them seem so wrong.
Having recently witnessed the nuptials of two of our very own at this newspaper, we could not help but reflect on a few of the painful wedding stories friends and family have shared in the past. By painful we really mean funny and sympathetic.
Most people prefer to skip the church ceremony and join in at the reception for the fun and fete but those of us who do share in that blessed, binding moment between man and woman would know how special it is to witness every time.
There is something sweet and very heart-warming about the exchange of vows. It signifies so much, yet sometimes seems to mean so little at times to some couples a few years down the road.
If we were to pick a highlight from the church ceremony it would be the kiss and this is where you should abandon the KISS. It’s a big deal and an even bigger deal when the new Mr and Mrs choose to prolong it. American actor Tom Cruise reportedly kissed his bride Katie Holmes for over three minutes. We know at least one couple who kissed for four minutes and they are not celebrities! Just imagine that some couples might have kissed for much longer.
Another great thing about the kiss is that when that time comes we know for sure the service is over.
Then it’s photographs time when the newlyweds seem to actually want to take a picture with you.
In the bride’s case her makeup is still fresh, she is on cloud nine and she smiles genuinely. By the time she gets to the reception the demands of the day are beginning to get to her. Even if she doesn’t show it, half of the smiles she flashes at the reception are plastered on-this is understandable.
Taking hundreds of photographs is no picnic, as exciting as it sounds, particularly when cameras are coming at you from all angles. One could argue that the bride and groom would have already prepared themselves for this but there’s a big difference to just saying it and having to do it again and again and again
