The Reagan house buzzed with excitement as Jamie and Eddie's big day finally arrived. With Eddie not practicing the Catholic faith and her a large seven months pregnant the couple decided to have a backyard wedding by Mary's rose garden allowing her to be part of the ceremony. White chairs set in two rows not many with a small number coming from both sides stopping feet from the rose garden serving from as an altar.
Continuing the tradition of not seeing each other until the ceremony Jamie stayed in his apartment with Danny while Eddie slept in Erin's old room not able to travel far. She stood by the window looking out at a sleepy Bay Ridge neighborhood, rubbing a hand over her swollen belly containing their baby. "two more months," Eddie laughed anxious to meet their son or daughter deciding to wait before finding out if it was a boy or girl.
Behind her in the doorway Frank watched his soon to be daughter in law talking to her baby. "You know Mary used to talk with each of our kids before they were born too. If we knew what we do now she's of told Danny to behave and Joe not to go out on the assignment that night.."
He stepped inside still smiling crossing closer to the young blond who from what he's seen has been good for his youngest. "I was just checking to see if you wanting anything before I hit the sack, big day tomorrow."
"No thanks I'm good Frank actually want to get some sleep myself if that's possible." Smiling Eddie rubbed both hands over her swollen belly as though explaining why. Returning with a laugh of his own Frank offered a hug wishing her a good night's sleep walking out to his own bedroom. Two doors down Henry already called it a night wanting to be well rested for the ceremony.
Alone again in a house she was feeling comfortable being in despite the fact that it belonged to her boss Eddie sat down checking her phone before stretching out. She smiled seeing an unread message from Jamie. Just wanted to say I love and miss you can't wait until we get married. Sleep well..
Eddie typed back love you too lamb chop and I can't wait until we get married. Setting the phone aside on the night stand table Eddie closed her eyes trying to rest before the big day.
Erin and Linda arrived early allowing them to help Eddie fix her hair and makeup while Frank made sure everything was ready. After helping Eddie into her white gown adjusted to fit outlined with silver sparkles across the waist flowing out as it reached her feet Linda began with a subtle eye shadow, bringing out her eyes with mascara. Once Linda finished Erin curled Eddie's hair into tight waves adjusting the flower tiara over her hair under the
Miles apart Jamie stepped out into his hallway where Danny waited already dressed proud to e the first who saw Jamie. Smiling, Danny walked over until he stood in front of the younger man quietly adjusting the black tie. "You look great kid can't believe my baby brother is getting married."
"Bust my chips Danny." Jamie smiled letting his brother make sure he looked perfect for Eddie already a bundle of nerves.
Danny finished making sure the tie was straight placing his hands on Jamie's shoulders a serious twinkle in his eye. "I know I give you a hard time kid but I'm really glad you found Eddie. You deserve to be happy kid and I wish you all the best for you two..wish Joe and mom were here to see this."
Arriving at the house Jamie was kept downstairs to greet Eddie's guests and speak with a priest from his parish residing over the ceremony. "You ready son," Frank greeted patting his son's back hanging back to escort Eddie. Danny led his brother up front with the priest serving as best man.
The traditional music began, led by Erin and Linda and Eddie's friend serving as maid of honor. Guests stood looking back at Eddie holding Frank's arm eyes searching for Jamie locking when she found him. Jamie smiled eyes swelling with tears at how beautiful she looked.
When they reached the front Frank carefully pulled back her veil waiting until Jamie took her arm to sit. Together they faced the priest arms linked together in unison. Holding the ring Jamie slipped it on Eddie's finger reciting the promise. I Jamie give to you Eddie this ring,
as a symbol of my commitment to love, honor, and respect you. I choose you, Eddie above all others, to be my wife. I offer this ring as a token of our love, and with it I join my life to yours. As this ring has no end, neither shall my love for you."
Eddie blinked back tears at his promise reciting her own voice shaking with emotion. I Eddie give to you Jamie this ring, as a symbol of my commitment to love, honor, and respect you. I choose you, Jamie above all others, to be my husband . I offer this ring as a token of our love, and with it I join my life to yours. As this ring has no end, neither shall my love for you."
Exchanging a smile Jamie gave her hands a small squeeze listening to the priest continue his heart racing until they were officially husband and wife. "By the power vested in me I now pronounce you husband and wife you may now kiss the bride."
Eyes locked gazing into each other's Jamie moved his arms around his new bride leaning down for a gentle kiss. Having other ideas Eddie chipped his cheeks with her own hands planting a hard kiss rewarded with cheers led by Danny.
Pulling apart smirking Eddie slipped her arm through his walking back together their first as a married couple. Workers quickly changed the scene putting chairs aside for room to dance behind several tables on the side. Food trays set up served by waiters and waitresses all hot with plenty of drinks to go along.
The dj a friend of Jamie began by inviting the new couple for their first dance together. Taking her hand Jamie led them out to the floor resting his hands on her waist. The entire time their eyes never left each other swaying to a slow beat. "I love you Eddie Reagan."
"I know," Eddie grinned resting her head against his chest letting him hold her while they danced. Once the song finished a new one started inviting everyone to dance in celebration. Beers were passed cheering in toast the new husband and wife.
As the night progressed dinner was served followed by more dancing then the cutting of cake. Gently cupping Eddie's hand Jamie cut a slice with her taking a fork to slice a small piece feeding it to her. Eyes twinkling Eddie smiled taking the plate to reciprocate.
Cutting a slightly larger piece Eddie picked it up with the fork starting to feed Jamie smudging it across his lips grinning. Jamie shook his head at her realizing he should have known shed try something, smearing a bit of icing off across her nose. "There not as cool as matching black eyes but.."
Still laughing everyone sat to be served cake and coffee ending the evening with one last song. After a long night Jamie and Eddie stayed over now needing to prepare for their child.