Friday, October 24, 2008

We Did It

Eli and I got married...almost a week ago. October 18, 2008. And I am so very proud to be the Mrs. Walker!!!!

While I am sure that this comes and a surprise to most, it was something that we have been thinking about and contemplating since we found out that I was pregnant. We have known for quite some time (not long after getting together) that we wanted to marry each other, have a family, and spend our lives together. While we would have not gotten married so soon, we had many things other than ourselves to think about. I would have been alright having a baby out of wedlock, but it wasn't my first choice or how I had "planned" it. I wouldn't change getting pregnant for the world, or anything else for that matter.

So after many discussions, we decided it was time...our time. And it just so happened that our "special" day, the 18th, was right around the corner. The ceremony was very simple, but perfect for us. We had our parents and our sisters there and then went to spend the rest of the weekend in California as a mini honeymoon. I was so excited, so happy. I couldn't stop smiling and still can't. I feel so complete. I love catching a glimpse of his hand and seeing his wedding band. I love everything about it and all the feelings. We will still be having our wedding July 18. So we will have two very special days to celebrate.

The kids were beyond excited when we told them what we did. Swae can't get over having a "step-mom" and proudly tells people all about it. Even while using her spelling words in a sentence, she is sure to bring it up. It is cute.

So there you have it. I am a married woman. CRAZY!! I went today and got my name changed officially and everything. Such an incredible, indescribable feeling. I couldn't be more happy - a fabulous husband, two kiddos, and a bun in the over. So much to look forward to!

18 comments:

Stefanie said...

Congratulations! What an awesome time you are having.

Anonymous said...

yay!!!!

Coffee Slut said...

Congratulations!!!

Jayla'sMommy said...

Oh my gosh, CONGRATULATIONS!
Married, baby on the way, how lucky are you, Mrs Walker :)

Christy said...

Congratulations! I am so excited for you!

Mrs. F said...

Congratulations, Mrs. Walker! That is so awesome!

Jodi said...

Congratulations!

Rachel said...

Congrats my friend. I am so happy for you. You both deserve true love and a wonderful marriage

Chastity said...

Congratulations!

Megan said...

OH MY GOSH!!! This totally caught me off-guard. So happy for you, Mrs. Walker! You are so blessed!

Katie Marie said...

OH! MY! GOD!

YEA!!!!!!

I am so happy for you!!

Lindz said...

Oh my gosh Steph!!! Congrats. I am so happy for you guys. Can't wait to hear more details. XOXO

Jen said...

HOLY CRAP~! It's official!!

Just Jiff said...

Congrats!!! Our wedding anniversary is Oct 16th so I'll always remember yours too!

And I STILL love seeing the wedding band on my husband's finger. I don't know what it is... lol.

So@24 said...

Congrats!

Eli Walker. Sounds like such a badass name.

HM said...

No way!!! That is so cool! Congrats!!!!

angie said...

I apparently have completely missed your blog for the past few weeks!!! CONGRATS!!!! We are both married women now! How exciting for you guys!

Nellie said...

Ok, I must have been on another planet here... somehow missed this post and i just saw the one you did on Dec 18 saying you've been married for 2 months and I'm like, whoa! wait! did i miss something. i'm such an airhead sometimes... sorry, you must think I'm a total JERK for not saying congrats! So CONGRATS!!