exchange// n.h

Chapter 24

It's been a month now of being pregnant and i'm starting to develop a bump and oh, it's my wedding day. I slid into my silk wedding dress and I curled my hair putting on good wedding makeup. (Her look is to the right.) I soon got up from my chair and went over to my maid of honor Lydia.

"You ready?" She asked putting her hands on my shoulders.

"I think so." We soon heard a knock on the door, I went over to my mirror and it was my Dad.

"It's time."

"Alright." I said as I put on my last touches slipping into my heels crossing into my Dad's arms as tradition. We soon made our way out of the tent and into the beach where it was set up with white chairs and petals with big bushes that covered up 6 feet tall and it covered the whole perimiter. Niall was patiently standing at the front waiting and along side him was his boys who included Harry, Liam, Louis, Zayn, Greg, and Josh. Greg was his best man. I walked my way up to Niall as we started the wedding.

Dearly Beloved, we are gathered together here in the sign of God – and in the face of this company – to join together this man and this woman in holy matrimony, which is commended to be honorable among all men; and therefore – is not by any – to be entered into unadvisedly or lightly – but reverently, discreetly, advisedly and solemnly. Into this holy estate these two persons present now come to be joined. If any person can show just cause why they may not be joined together – let them speak now or forever hold their peace. Marriage is the union of husband and wife in heart, body and mind. It is intended for their mutual joy – and for the help and comfort given on another in prosperity and adversity. But more importantly – it is a means through which a stable and loving environment may be attained.

Through marriage, Niall Horan and Bella Parksen make a commitment together to face their disappointments – embrace their dreams – realize their hopes – and accept each other’s failures. Niall Horan and Bella Parksen will promise one another to aspire to these ideals throughout their lives together – through mutual understanding – openness – and sensitivity to each other.

We are here today – before God – because marriage is one of His most sacred wishes – to witness the joining in marriage of Niall James Horan and Bella Lynn Parksen. This occasion marks the celebration of love and commitment with which this man and this woman begin their life together. And now – through me – He joins you together in one of the holiest bonds.

Who gives this woman in marriage to this man? 


Her family and friends gathered here today do.

 This is a beginning and a continuation of their growth as individuals. With mutual care, respect, responsibility and knowledge comes the affirmation of each one’s own life happiness, growth and freedom. With respect for individual boundaries comes the freedom to love unconditionally. Within the emotional safety of a loving relationship – the knowledge self-offered one another becomes the fertile soil for continued growth. With care and responsibility towards self and one another comes the potential for full and happy lives.

By gathering together all the wishes of happiness and our fondest hopes for Niall and Bella from all present here, we assure them that our hearts are in tune with theirs. These moments are so meaningful to all of us, for “what greater thing is there for two human souls than to feel that they are joined together – to strengthen each other in all labor – to minister to each other in all sorrow – to share with each other in all gladness.

 This relationship stands for love, loyalty, honesty and trust, but most of all for friendship. Before they knew love, they were friends, and it was from this seed of friendship that is their destiny. Do not think that you can direct the course of love – for love, if it finds you worthy, shall direct you. 

Marriage is an act of faith and a personal commitment as well as a moral and physical union between two people. Marriage has been described as the best and most important relationship that can exist between them. It is the construction of their love and trust into a single growing energy of spiritual life. It is amoral commitment that requires and deserves daily attention. Marriage should be a life long consecration of the ideal of loving kindness – backed with the will to make it last.


" We then exchanged our vows and the minister continued "Do you Niall Horan take Bella Parksen to be your wife – to live together after God’s ordinance – in the holy estate of matrimony? Will you love her, comfort her, honor and keep her, in sickness and in health, for richer, for poorer, for better, for worse, in sadness and in joy, to cherish and continually bestow upon her your heart’s deepest devotion, forsaking all others, keep yourself only unto her as long as you both shall live?" 




"I will." Niall responded.

"

Do you Bella Parksen take Niall Horan to be your husband – to live together after God’s ordinance – in the holy estate of matrimony? Will you love him, comfort him, honor and keep him, in sickness and in health, for richer, for poorer, for better, for worse, in sadness and in joy, to cherish and continually bestow upon him your heart’s deepest devotion, forsaking all others, keep yourself only unto him as long as you both shall live?




"

I will." I said.




We then exchanged rings with each other and the minister continued.

"What token of your love do you offer? Would you place the ring(s) in my hand?

 May this/these ring(s) be blessed as the symbol of this affectionate unity. These two lives are now joined in one unbroken circle. Wherever they go – may they always return to one another. May these two find in each other the love for which all men and women year. May they grow in understanding and in compassion. May the home which they establish together be such a place that many will find there a friend. May this/these ring(s) on her/their finger(s) symbolize the touch of the spirit of love in their hearts." He then handed Niall the ring


 "Niall Horan, in placing this ring on Bella's finger, repeat after me: Bella Parksen, you are now consecrated to me as my wife from this day forward and I give you this ring as the pledge of my love and as the symbol of our unity and with this ring, I thee wed." Niall repeated his words and put the ring on my finger.

"Bella Parksen, in placing this ring on Niall's finger, repeat after me: Niall Horan, you are now consecrate to me as my husband from this day forward and I give you this ring as the pledge of my love and as the symbol of our unity and with this ring, I thee wed.


" I did what Niall did repeating his actions.

"May you always share with each other the gifts of love – be one in heart and in mind – may you always create a home together that puts in your hearts – love – generosity and kindness. 

In as much as Niall Horan and Bella Parksen have consented together in marriage before this company of friends and family and have pledged their faith – and declared their unity by giving and receiving a ring – are now joined.

 You have pronounced yourselves husband and wife but remember to always be each other’s best friend.

What – therefore – God has joined together – let no man put asunder.

 And so, by the power vested in me by the State of California and Almighty God, I now pronounce you man and wife – and may your days be good and long upon the earth. 

You may now kiss the bride." As he finished Niall place his lips smashing into mine. We then finished the ceremony and headed into our limo that read 'just married' we got changed into normal clothes unlike other couples and drove to the airport departing to Austrailia.

After hours of waiting we finally arrived in the very warm Austrailia. We drove our way to our house we rented and we unpacked everything and took a walk around Sydney and went to see what Austrailia had planned for us. I was definitley looking forward to a week where it's just me and Niall alone. No interruptions.    Okay, so sorry this one is so short but I only wanted to make it the wedding! Hope you liked it anyways though! don't forget to read, comment, and vote! xx(: