My friend Claudia happened to hear a couple of songs I had saved on my laptop. She turned to me and asked with slight incredulity, “So…you´re a romantic?”
I had to laugh and replied, “Isn´t everyone?”
Although it was just a quick response, I realized that I
actually believe we were all meant to be romantics. While due to sin,
confusion, societal misconceptions, and hurt, some eyes no longer see the
beauty in a pure love story, or pretend not to, we were made to recognize and
admire true, unselfish love. Mutual devotion and willing commitment between two
people are a testimony to grace. God Himself invented romance and even calls
His chosen people “His betrothed” and “His bride.” There is a romantic gleam in
all of our hearts, small or flickering though it may be. Even as real life
examples of God-inspired romance may be few and far between, our minds will
continue to guard an image, an ideal of romance that goes beyond
sentimentalism, fairytale endings, and red roses.
Thus, as one of countless romantics, my heart naturally
feels joyous as we look forward to September 2, 2013. A huge moment in the life
of my brother Nathan and my soon-to-be sister Eurides. Anticipation grows. An
excitement is noted in our conversations. But a wedding cannot be considered
the high point, or epitome, of lovely romance. The moment of “I do” is but the
symbolically-rich prelude to a symphony for which they have been preparing even
before ever meeting. The walk down the aisle represents the first steps of a romance
that I pray and believe will last forever.
I love you Nath and Eurides…and if you can´t tell, I´m super
excited!
Check out their story and pics…Eurides&Nathan Wedding Website
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