Paige
The chaos of clouds is a sight that fascinates the heart.
People everywhere in the world are meeting strangers, people fall in love with strangers. From the first meet, they aren't strangers anymore they can end up being someone you used to know or someone you still know when it plays out well. What if the stranger you are going to meet came out as your perfect match after taking many tests? It's like entering The Bachelor but without fighting, bitching, scratching, manipulating your way to love, to the Bachelors heart. Because here the one is waiting for you and only you at the altar. Yes I said the altar. If it's the one than why wasting any time? You better can marry them on the first day right?
Yes you totally have amusing , confusing and nerve wracking moments , especially the moment when you tell your parents and dearest friends that you're getting married to someone you haven't met yet. You tell them that you're going on a first date pretty soon with a stranger, this is the part where they will just listen and nodd and wonder if this dating app is psycho less. Than comes the confusing for everyone but amusing part for you to say "That's also when I'll put a ring on it."
Some people were supportive others thought I was an idiot. My dad was shocked, I thought me coming out was the hardest conversation I would ever have with him. I was wrong, this was the most difficult one ever. Lucky me, I was 18+ this time and had not to be afraid of being thrown out the house and being disowned. My friend Sydney found it stuipid, my best friend Caleb thought I was mad and brave actually he said "Not the way I would go but good luck to both of you." I thought it was nuts when I saw where for applicants were needed, I was intrigued but still thought it was nuts.
Both of my best friends were supportive, but the most important thing is that I wasn't alone with my thoughts the other person Caleb was wishing luck was certainly on board. Well was she? What if her courage vanishes when she sees me? What if she only says I do because she has to marry me and atleast stay with me for a month? What if she isn't attracted to me and that won't grow anytime soon?
My dad refused to show up. Which didn't surprise me in the end, of course it's not what he expected it's not what anyone expects. My dearest friends and some other family members are waiting inside for me to walk in. Soon I'll walk in on my own to the front, where on the right side I'll be seeing my future family-in-laws. They will see as soon as I walk in if their daughter would be happy with my looks, I will have to wait just a little bit longer.
Emily
"I am so nervous, mom" "That's normal, it's a big step sweetie." I was really nervous but also completely committed to this experiment. I call it an experiment for now, calling it with the name of what this is (a legal wedding) scares me and is the perfect way for me to flee. An experiment can go wrong too, but doesn't scream awful things at me where it's me to blame for when it doesn't work out. My mom wasn't to keen on this idea. Having this conversation with her was difficult as she's very traditional but I already broke that part when I came out. She didn't need much convincing though, she knew I was determined. I'm not regretting signing up, not at all. This marriage has a great chance of succeeding once I get to know this person.
To be honest I surprise myself by standing here in the hall waiting to get married, I surprised myself when I decided to take part. I was so lost and convinced that all my relationships were meant to fail. I can't describe how I felt when I found out that I was been chosen, that they found the perfect wife for me other than I was very surprised. I thought it was impossible. When my friend Hanna told me about this, I said no. But then I kept fantasizing about every woman that caught my eye during the day that I didn't know. What got me on board in the end was the fact that I had no faith in my love life anymore, and what did I had to lose by laying this part of my life in the hands of experienced people and to science? There are more pros than cons if you think about it.
Paige
When I walked into the room, I saw her family staring at me. Some were nodding others didn't know which smile to show me. The left side heads were also turned my way, sending good energy my way. My mind got blank, I had to focus on my oneven breaths and making sure I didn't trip over. I was scared to look at my right, scared to see dissapproval written on their faces. The only one I connected with at this moment was Caleb. He looked so calm and sure. I couldn't resist, I had to turn around when I remembered my dads words from a long time ago. "I'm a big believer in first impressions." So I went to the people seated on the first row, I noticed immediately that not all of her family was here. I didn't see a man present or a woman that could go through as her parents, only one of them could be with her at this very moment. "Hi, nice to meet you I'm Paige." I shook the hands of the three women in the front. Spencer, Aria and Hanna. They were best friends. I returned to my position, trying to shake of the unimpressed look Spencer gave me, Hanna was beaming instead. Best friends in the front row, just like at my side. I felt a bit disappointed at that, now I still have no idea how she could possible look like.
Looks. I straightened my tux for the hundredth time today. What if she would expect a woman in a white dress waiting for her? Or maybe she'll turn up in a suit as well. The more I tried to calm down my nerves, the more nervous I got. But cold feet? No. I'm ready. I heard the words Caleb whispered to me "Remember, happy wife happy life. Just do your best." I just have to do my best and give my all. Soon the doors will open.
Emily
"If only your father was here to see you in your dress." My father, Captain Fields passed away 5 years ago. It's still hard on the both of us, our bond got stronger than before. I really hope my mom will approve of my wife other wise it's a gameover. "Just be a good wife and live life to the fullest." How can I be a good wife to someone that I haven't even met yet? I was starting to get anxious. What would she expect of me exactly? She was chosen for me, I just have to have faith and go with it. I tried to keep my emotions intact. I realized now that I didn't know what I was getting myself into. It scared me, more so it's frightning. Here is the surprise again, I feel also joyful.
The time neared, I strenghtened the grip on my mothers arm. She gave a sign to open the doors. The room was hardly packed, which means only mine and her important people are here. In our case, the only ones that support us and our first mutual decision. Everyone smiled in my direction, I slowly walked down to the front. My right hand was holding the flowers with a lot of power. On the right side I recognized my best friends. On the left side the crowd was smaller than at my side. In the front of the room stood the mayor of Philadelphia. Right in front of him, an brown ombre hair coloured woman dressed in a black suit with a white dress shirt. This is my bride. I tried my best to contain my excitement, I was ready to part ways with my mom and stand next to this woman. She was about the same height as me, and equally nervous as me. My heart immediately skipped some beats. Her brown eyes were smiling.