Dear Israel and Charissa,
Tomorrow is your wedding day. Not just the day you have been planning these last few months, you two have been preparing for this your whole lives. First, it was the little boy in Kindergarten who thought you are the cutest thing, ever. Then it was the little girl who played on your baseball team who can knock the ball out of the park, and you are so in awe of her.
Junior high comes and you think he is the most gorgeous thing you have ever seen. You see her in the midst of her friends and wish you could talk to her alone. You make it to high school with your hearts in one piece and think how silly you were in 8th grade - high school is where your soul mate will be found.
There are a select few that do find soul mates in this most unusual of places but most do not. It is a different world for you two. The internet, My Space, text messaging - a bit more difficult but it has been good to you. You found each other and soon, your life together will start.
Marriage will be the hardest thing you ever do. It will be easy at times and at times, it will be unbearably difficult. When you look at your wedding photos and watch the video, it will certainly bring up feelings of warm fuzzies but warm fuzzies are short-term gratification. Try to remember that Jesus was sitting in a chair that morning. He watched as you exchange vows to cherish, love and take care of each other - for better or worse, richer or poorer. When the hard times come, take them to Him. Remember, He was there and is always, always willing to listen.
It is going to be a beautiful day. Israel, from the first time you see your bride on your wedding day and Miss Charissa, when you stand before the mirror, ready to meet your groom - the memories of all your childhood WhoamIgoingtomarry questions, will be answered. The road to a new chapter will began for you. Blessings, and all my love...zalaine.
