i believe my mom was joking when she said some years ago that i could "elope" to get married, so will "save a lot of money".

all things considered, that sure seems like the best idea now.

i just want to keep being in love with him, marry him and move on.

without all the politics and fuss.

and more tears.

of course, my mom would be appalled that i actually heeded something she said.

i wonder when i'll lose my marbles and throw in the towel.

so much for always having declared to make the wedding work for us, and not others.