James and I met with out officiant, the Rev. Richard Taber of Salisbury Congregational Church, where we’ll be getting married.

I’ve worked with Dick for about a year and a half now, and James has been coming to church with me somewhat over that time, so it seemed only natural that we would ask him to perform the ceremony. I like Dick a lot and he’s been very supportive of me over that last rocky section of my life. And James likes him, too.

He went over the service with us and talked about whether we wanted to add our own readings and music (which we do!). He takes marriage very seriously, which both James and I appreciated. He stressed that it is a forever committment, not “just while the good feelings last.” We left the meeting feeling very committed to each other and very happy to have Dick as our officiant.

I can’t believe the wedding is so far away! James and I both wish we could have it sooner, but money talks, and we have none for a long time.