So, firstly, apologies for not writing on here for a while. Rie and myself were insanly busy up until Friday night (the 18th) preparing everything for our wedding that took place on Sunday the 20th. The preparation itself was immense and Rie was amazing. I did as much as I could and we had help from the planners at Petit Wedding, but it was still A LOT OF WORK.
For those of you who are married then you’ll know what I am talking about. For those who haven’t tied the knot yet, then let me warn you of how much work is ahead. A LOT! But it’s all worth it. Rie and I made a lot of things for the wedding, which of course saves money, but not time. However this does allow for something unique and personal.
How about the day itself ?
Well, I woke at 7:15 to the sound of my Dad calling me from the UK on my mobile. It was a nice moment, and I was happy he called. Luckily, I prepared everything the night before, and Rie had taken most of the stuff to her parents as she was going by car. My brother and his wife, rang me too, just before I left, which was really cool (thanks guys!) and it was nice to hear their suppport.
On the train from Nishi Funabashi to Odaiba, I had one of those blissful moments when you know everything is going to be okay. I was listening to the album “Takk” by Sigur Ros, when across Tokyo and against the clear blue sky I could see Mount Fuji. I have never seen this, because usually the “smog” affects the view, so I felt this calm come over me and felt truely blessed.
At Odaiba, I had to use my Japanese to negoiate my way into the building, as it didn’t open until 11am (I arrived around 10). This went well, and I think Rie’s parents were surprised to see me when I appeared from behind a curtain like a Magician in Vegas.
Of course I didn’t see Rie, until I was fully dressed and she looked absolutely beautiful. She had this amazing glow about her, and I was in awe at how lucky I was to be in that situation. We had a brief rehearsal, photos taken by a very stoic and unfriendly cameraman, and were then whisked away so that the guests could take their seats.
The ceremony itself was amazing. I had to enter first, then wait for Rie and her father to enter. I then met them halfway, took Rie’s arm and walked slowly to the front of the chapel. It was a very beautiful and emotional ceremony and even though I couldn’t fully comprehend all of it, I didn’t need too. Rie’s letter to her parents was moving and beautiful; the cake cutting and champagne toast was brilliantly uplifting (thanks to Miho and Ed); my English/Japanese speech went down well. I can’t have any complaints.
It was an amazing day. I am truly blessed to be married to the one true light in my life. Thank you Rie.
