As the last words of Farmer's Daughter floated through the church, Jake led Sam out the church doors into the crisp March air. Together they walked to the reception, which was being held next door to the church.

Sam glanced over at Jake as they walked and he returned her gaze. A brilliant smile had been on Sam's face ever since she had walked toward Jake at the beginning of the ceremony and Jake's grin had been in place ever since they kissed. She squeezed Jake's hand, "We are married!"

Jake suppressed a laugh at his bride's simple statement, "I noticed that."

Rolling her eyes at her husband, Sam smirked, "Well I wasn't sure you knew, since you seemed to lack focus during the ceremony."

"Not my fault, you were distracting me," Jake pulled her chair out at the table.

"I wasn't even doing anything, just listening to the preacher and holding your hand like I was supposed to be doing," Sam managed to sit down tucking her dress around her.

Jake sat next to her, "That was the problem, you're gorgeous and then you were holding my hand. Can't blame a guy for noticing a pretty girl."

Sam wrinkled her nose, "As long as I am the girl you are noticing, I am okay with your lack of focus."

"You didn't seem so focused yourself, Brat," Jake teased.

Jen interrupted their teasing banter, "Jake, are you really going to use your nickname for her now that you are married?"

Jake nodded, "Just cause she is my wife, doesn't mean she isn't a brat."

Jen rolled her eyes and Sam giggled. After the wedding party and guests were all seated, dinner was served. Daryll looked around Jake, "Sammy Girl, there is no chance for us now."

Sam smirked, "Oh darn, what have I done?"

Swallowing his bite, Jake frowned, "Hey, I'm sitting right here."

Daryll slapped Jake on the back, "Don't worry, buddy. I'm just kidding. You and Sammy are perfect for each other plus I got my eye on a blonde."

Blushing Jen said, "We'll see."

Once dinner was cleared, the dancing began. The DJ called Sam and Jake to the dance floor for their first dance as a married couple. As Jake shyly put his hands on Sam's hips and she draped her arms around his neck, It's Your Love began over the speakers.

Holding eye contact, Sam whispered, "Jake, you don't have to be nervous putting your hands on my hips, we're married now."

Jake grunted, "I'm nervous cause your dad keeps staring me down like I can't touch you."

Sam giggled, "Well, I am still his little girl, but now I am also your girl. It may take him sometime to get used to."

"Yeah," Jake paused and then smirked at her, "I like that you are my girl now."

"Me too, even though I have been your girl for a long time. This just makes it official," Sam sighed, "when I was a little girl I would daydream about marrying you."

Jake pulled her a little closer to him so she brushed against him as they swayed, "Glad I could help make your dreams come true."

Sam laid her head on his chest and whispered, "I love you, Jake Ely."

Dipping his head to whisper in her ear, Jake answered, "I love you, Sam Ely."

As their song ended, Wyatt came over. He shook Jake's hand and then took Sam's hand in his. I Loved Her First was the father/daughter song and Wyatt danced with his little girl fighting back emotions.

Sam smiled happily up at her dad, "Don't look so sad. I love Jake and he will take good care of me."

"I know, just hard to let you go," Wyatt looked at the joy on his daughter's face and swallowed.

"Dad, I'll always be your little girl , but now I'm Jake's responsibility instead of yours so really you should thank him for taking me off of your hands," Sam teased as Wyatt spun her in a circle.

He smirked at his daughter, "Is that so?"

Nodding enthusiastically, Sam returned her Dad's smirk, "Plus, I think Jake is kinda scared of you."

"Good, he should be, cause I'll kill 'im if he hurts you," Wyatt looked seriously at his beautiful daughter.

"He won't, he loves me," Sam confidently responded, "And Dad I love you." Sam threw her arms around Wyatt's neck and hugged him as the song ended.

Wyatt hugged his daughter back, "I love you too, Sam. And if you ever need anything, I'm still here for you."

During the mingling whenever Sam was apart from Jake, he found himself scanning the room for her. Sam would glance over at him from wherever she was and her smile would widen slightly.

While everyone was eating cake, Jen stood to toast the couple, "Sam, you are my best friend and I love you like my sister. Although Jake and I have not always...seen eye to eye, I think you guys were made for each other. I am so glad that you have him to take care of you, not that you need him. I can tell by looking at your face all day today that you love him and are happy. And I know he loves you too. I wish you both the best marriage and life."

The rest of the night passed in a whirlwind of talking to the guests, dancing, pictures, and participating in the traditional wedding rituals. Finally, Jake took Sam's hand and managed to lead her out of the reception hall. Sam gave her family, Jen, and Jake's family all last minute hugs and then turned to Jake, "How are we getting to the hotel?"

Jake smirked and pointed to Kit, who was holding onto Witch's reins. Sam's eyes widened, "We get to ride there?"

"Yeah, Kit will meet us there with our bags and a trailer to take Witch home," Jake's eyes sparkled at his bride.

As the guests blew bubbles on the newly weds, Jake put his hands on Sam's waist and lifted her side saddle onto Witch's back and swung up behind her. Slipping one arm around Sam and the other held the reins, Jake nodded to their family and friends. Sam waved and then they were loping toward the middle of town.

A smile was pasted to Sam's face and her heart felt like it was going to burst. She was married to Jake, she was an Ely, her wedding was over and the honeymoon was starting. She had never been so happy. She loved Jake and he loved her and now they were married.

Jake had his lazy tomcat grin on his face and had for most of the night. He was married to Sam and now she was his officially. Their wedding was over and they had the rest of their lives to begin. He didn't think he could ever be this happy. He loved Sam and she loved him and now they were married.

What did you think? REVIEW! I am working on the next chapter...which will be the honeymoon (nothing inappropriate or explicit because I won't write that stuff).