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Marriage between man and woman is essential to His eternal plan. Children are entitled to birth within the bonds of matrimony, and to be reared by a father and a mother who honor marital vows with complete fidelity. Happiness in family life is most likely to be achieved when founded upon the teachings of the Lord Jesus Christ. Successful marriages and families are established and maintained on principles of faith, prayer, repentance, forgiveness, respect, love, compassion, work, and wholesome recreational activities. -The Family: A proclamation to the World

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Saturday, March 16, 2013

The Newlyweds

Lucas and Mary Handy, Zack and Ashley Webb
We put frosting on our lips and kissed the windows
Zack and Ashley Webb

Congrats! Zackary Webb and Ashley Elmer got married March 15, 2013! They were married in the Filer, ID church house. Lucas and I were a bit of a mess arriving because we had to leave immediately after my class to get there on time and we had to leave first thing the next day so I could take my Physics test on campus.

Keila and I were brides maids and stood beside each other during the ceremony.  At some point she leaned over to me and said, "Doesn't this remind you of your day?" I began to reflect on my recent wedding. My handsome Lucas sat on the front row and I just starred at him and cried until we were able to embrace and stand in the line together.

One of the most fantastic things God has done is bind a man and woman together. Our love continues to increase daily and Lucas and I frequently ask, "what are the chances that we met?" "What are the chances that we stuck together for the entire 18 month courtship?" Honestly, the odds were not in our favor.

I decided to graduate a year early from high school during my sophomore year of high school and started making a plan immediately. I did not expect so many people to be so unsupportive. I received some unpleasant comments from people that I hardly knew and became very discouraged. I realized at that time that I had not prayed about my decision. I prayed for several weeks and final received an answer. It felt right and I felt that this decision would affect my opportunity for marriage. I did not understand this and I quickly pushed it away. Had I not done this, Lucas and I would have been very unlikely to meet.

What are the chances that Zack and Ashley met each other? I don't know the details on their relationship, but God has a plan for them both. Something in His plan caused them to meet on the path and they have decided to continue down the path together. I wish them all the luck in the world as they begin this journey together. Love you both!

1 comment:

  1. yup, what were the chances for Glen and I to meet! Heavenly Father has it all figured out for us, and knows the right timing. You two are great! Sorry I don't get to comment as often as I wish....my life is a bit hectic at the moment :) I love it that you guys keep up with your blog.

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