Love, Daisies, and Marriage
Chapter 2: When Snowflakes Fall
(Cut to Lorelai and Sookie in a room at Stars Hollow Church.)
"Listen to me Lorelai," said Sookie. "I'm not gonna let you run away from Max again. Last time you did that you were miserable for months. I know you've never been in a relationship that's lasted as long as this one has but if you don't marry Max you'll be making the biggest mistake of your life. I know I'm not the relationship expert but I do know that what you and Max have is the real thing so don't be scared of committing yourself to him. Most people wait their whole life to find a love like you guys have and if you throw this away you'll really regret it. I'm gonna go get you some coffee so think about what I said okay?"
"Yeah," said Lorelai. "Thanks Sookie."
"You're welcome." Sookie leaves the room. Lorelai sits in silence for a few minutes until Emily enters the room.
"Lorelai," said Emily. "You look beautiful!"
"Thanks Mom," said Lorelai.
"I have something that I want to give you."
"Okay."
"I know your father and I already gave you and Max your wedding present but I have something very special I want to give you." Emily pulls an envelope from her purse and hands it to Lorelai. Lorelai opens it and looks at the contents.
"What is this?"
"It's the deed to your bed and breakfast."
"What?!"
"Rory showed me the house last spring and told me all about how you and Sookie were planning to fix it up. She said that it was going to take you years to earn the money to buy it and fix it up but that it was your dream. When I found out you were getting married I talked to Sookie and Rory about buying it for you as a wedding present. They both loved the idea but Sookie said that she wouldn't let me buy it unless I let her pay for her half of it. I said that was fine and the papers went through yesterday."
"Wow! I mean I don't know what to say!"
"Thank you would be acceptable."
"Thanks Mom!" Lorelai gave her mother a hug and Sookie entered the room with a cup of coffee.
"Let me guess," said Sookie. "Your mom gave you the surprise wedding gift."
"Yup," said Lorelai.
"Well I'm going to get my seat before someone takes it," said Emily. "I'll see you in a few minutes. Good luck Lorelai. I know everything is going to be wonderful."
"Thanks Mom." Lorelai hugged her mom again and Emily left the room.
"So did you think about what I said?" asked Sookie.
"Yeah," said Lorelai as she sipped her coffee.
"And?"
"I'm going to do this. Thanks so much for stopping me from making the biggest mistake of my life."
"No problem. That's what friends are for. Now let me just touch up your make up and we'll be good to go."
"Okay." Lorelai gave Sookie a hug and drank the last sip of her coffee. Sookie fixed Lorelai's make up as Lorelai fixed her veil so that it wasn't falling out of hair.
(Cut to the top of the aisle in Stars Hollow Church.)
"Lorelai," said Richard as he took his daughter's arm. "You look beautiful!"
"Thanks Dad," said Lorelai. She looked down at the aisle and saw Sookie and Rory giving her thumbs up signs. She turned her head a bit and saw Max smiling at her.
"You ready?"
"Yup." The organist began to play and they started down the aisle. Lorelai looked around and saw all her family and friends watching her. When she reached the priest her father gave her a kiss on the cheek and handed her off to Max.
(Cut to Stars Hollow Church about 20 minutes later.)
"Do you Max Medina take Lorelai Gilmore to be your lawfully wedded wife and do you promise to love, honor, and cherish her in sickness and in health for as long as you both shall live?" said the priest.
"I do," said Max. The priest nodded and turned towards Lorelai.
"Do you Lorelai Gilmore take Max Medina to be your lawfully wedded husband and do you promise to love, honor, and cherish him in sickness and in health for as long as you both shall live?"
"I do," said Lorelai.
"Can I please have the rings?" said the priest. The ring bearer handed the rings to him and he gave them to Max and Lorelai. They put them on each other's fingers and smiled. "By the powers vested in me I now pronounce you man and wife. You may kiss the bride." Max pushed Lorelai's veil back and kissed her while everyone clapped.
"Geez Mom," muttered Rory a few minutes later. "Come up for air!"
"Aww, said Sookie. "Let her be. She's only getting married once so she might as well enjoy it."
"Yup."
"Ok Lor," muttered Sookie. "That's enough." Lorelai and Max finally separated and everyone cheered. Rory rushed over to hug her mom.
"Congratulations Mom! I'm so happy for you!"
"Thanks honey. I'm happy too."
"You should be." Sookie hugged Lorelai and they both started smiling.
"I'm sooo happy for you Lor! I just know you and Max are gonna be happy together."
"Thanks." Max came over and put his arm around Lorelai.
"Congrats Max," said Sookie and Rory in unison.
"Thanks," he replied.
"You're welcome," said Rory. She hugged him awkwardly and ran up the aisle and went outside with Sookie.
"So Mrs. Medina," said Max as he put his arm around Lorelai's shoulders. "Are you ready to go get pelted with rice?"
"Yes Mr. Medina," said Lorelai with a smile as she put her arm around his waist. They walked up the aisle and out of the church.
(Cut to Independence Inn that evening where Lorelai and Max are having their reception.)
"Okay guys," yelled Rory as she tapped her fork against her glass and stood up. "Now its time for me to make my speech so be quiet!" The room quieted as everyone stared at her. "As you know we are here today to celebrate the marriage of my mom Lorelai Gilmore and Max Medina. I remember when they first started dating nearly a year ago. At first the idea of my mom seeing my teacher was weird to me but when I realized how much the liked each other I became comfortable with their being together. They seemed so happy and whenever I was around them I was compelled to feel happy too. However the road to their marriage hasn't always been the smoothest ride out there. They broke up for a while but their relationship was strong enough to survive it. When they got back together I knew and they knew it was for good. We all knew it was the real thing and when they got engaged I couldn't have been happier. Their marriage is an example of what true love really is and I know they are gonna be happy forever. So let's toast to a life full of love and happiness for them. Congratulations mom and Max and good luck in the future!" They all raised their glasses and clapped as Lorelai and Max kissed. Rory sat down and her mother gave her a huge hug.
"Thanks," whispered Lorelai in Rory's ear. "That was perfect."
"Alright," said Sookie as she stood up. "It's my turn. I know this isn't traditional so I'm gonna make this short and sweet. To Lorelai and Max. You've showed us all that true love can survive no matter what obstacles it's faced with. I wish you the best and I hope you two stay as happy and in love as you are now!" They all applauded and drank to Lorelai and Max. "Now I believe its time for Lorelai and Max to have their first dance as a married couple." Sookie sat down and Max led Lorelai out onto the dance floor.
"This is wonderful," Lorelai whispered as she put her arms around Max.
"I know," he said as he put his arms around her. The first strains of the music began to play and they started to dance.
"Hey look at Miss Patty," she said a few minutes later. She gestured her head towards the side of the dance floor where Miss Patty was grinning like a proud mother hen. "I guess we're dancing the right way." The song drew to a close and they kissed. Everyone applauded and joined them on the dance floor. A fast song began to play and everyone started to dance with smiles on their faces.
(Cut to the Inn an hour later. Everyone is still dancing and having a great time.)
"Mind if I intrude?" asked Luke as he walked up to Max and Lorelai as they were dancing.
"Not at all," said Max as he handed Lorelai off to Luke. Just then a slow song came on and they began to dance.
"You're a surprisingly good dancer for such a manly man," said Lorelai jokingly.
"It's one of my many talents," said Luke.
"I'm sure."
"You look really pretty tonight Lorelai."
"Aww thanks but I know you're just saying that cause it's my wedding."
"No I mean it. I know you and Max are gonna be really happy together."
"Thanks." Lorelai smiled and looked around the room. She saw Rory and Dean dancing right next to them. Over to her left she saw her parents dancing together and Max dancing with his mother. Luke noticed her looking around the room and smiled.
"Hey look over there," he said as he pointed over her shoulder.
"What?" She turned her head to get a better look.
"Miss Patty is dancing with Rory's dad."
"Poor Chris." They both started laughing and the song ended. Luke gave Lorelai a kiss on the cheek as the song ended and she smiled at him. Max came over and took Lorelai by the hand.
"I think its time to cut the cake," he said.
"Good," said Lorelai as they walked over to the cake. They guests all sat in their seats and watched them pick up the knife.
"You ready?"
"Yup. I've always though it would be fun to smash cake in someone's face and now I finally get my chance!" Max laughed and shook his head as they cut the cake. "Ok we smash on three! One, two, three!" They smashed the cake in each other's faces and started kissing as everyone applauded and cheered.
(Cut to porch of Independence Inn a few hours later.)
"I thought I'd find you here," said Max as he sat down on the swing next to Lorelai.
"I needed to get some fresh air."
"I understand."
"Good," she said as she looked down. "Gosh Max this ring is gorgeous. It must've cost a fortune." She held up her hand and admired the gold and diamond ring on her finger.
"It doesn't matter what it cost. We're only getting married once and I wanted it to be perfect."
"It is. Guess what."
"What?"
"I smell snow!" Max just laughed.
"You and the snow. I'll never understand where you get it from."
"I know. I predict that everything will be completely white by tomorrow morning."
"Ok. Want to dance?" he asked as the first few bars of "At Last" drifted out the door from inside. They both closed their eyes and moved close to one another as they started to dance. When they song finally ended they held each other close and kissed.
"Look," whispered Lorelai when she finally opened her eyes. "It's snowing." Max turned around and they watch the snowflakes falling from the dark night sky.
"Well what do you know." They watched the snow for a few more minutes before Lorelai started to shiver. "Ready to go in?"
"Yeah. I don't think sleeveless wedding gowns were designed for being outside when it's snowing."
"I don't think so either." Max pulled her close and kissed her softly. When they finally broke apart they walked inside.
"Hey everybody!" yelled Lorelai. "I have an announcement to make." Everyone quieted down and turned their attention to her. "I just want to let you all know that it's snowing outside!" Everyone laughed and looked out the windows at the softly falling snow.
"Well it looks like Mother Nature picked a perfect day for the first snowfall of the season," said Rory as she walked over to her mother.
"Yup. I think she must've heard that I was getting married so she waited until my wedding day to make it snow."
"I think so too." Lorelai and Rory smiled and hugged each other.
(Cut to Independence Inn a little while later.)
"Thanks for coming," said Lorelai as the last of the wedding guests walked out of the door. Sookie and Rory were the only ones left in the room besides her and Max.
"Alright," said Sookie. "I'm gonna go now. You looked beautiful today Lor. Congratulations guys and have fun on your honeymoon!"
"Thanks for eveything Sookie," said Lorelai as she hugged her friend.
"Yeah thanks Sookie," said Max as he gave her an awkward hug.
"You're very welcome," said Sookie. She turned to face Rory. "C'mon kiddo. Time to go."
"Okay, said Rory as she walked over to her mom and Max.
"Bye honey," said Lorelai. "I love you so much."
"Bye mom. I love you too. Have fun on your honeymoon." Rory and her mother hugged. "Bye Max," she said and gave him a hug. She went back and gave her mom one last hug before getting her coat from Sookie.
"Bye sweetie. Be nice to Sookie and make sure she stays out of the kitchen!"
"Gee thanks Lor," said Sookie. "See the next time I offer to watch your house and your kid while you go on your honeymoon!"
"Hopefully never," said Lorelai with a laugh as they walked out the door. "Bye Sookie, bye Rory! See you soon!" She and Max walked out the door behind them and up the stairs towards their room. When they reached the door he stopped.
"Okay I'm supposed to pick you up now," he said.
"Alright just don't drop me!"
"I make no promises." Me picked her up, carried her into the room, and shut the door behind them.
To be continued!!
Think I should write a third chapter about life in the Gilmore household after the wedding? Let me know what you think!
Chapter 2: When Snowflakes Fall
(Cut to Lorelai and Sookie in a room at Stars Hollow Church.)
"Listen to me Lorelai," said Sookie. "I'm not gonna let you run away from Max again. Last time you did that you were miserable for months. I know you've never been in a relationship that's lasted as long as this one has but if you don't marry Max you'll be making the biggest mistake of your life. I know I'm not the relationship expert but I do know that what you and Max have is the real thing so don't be scared of committing yourself to him. Most people wait their whole life to find a love like you guys have and if you throw this away you'll really regret it. I'm gonna go get you some coffee so think about what I said okay?"
"Yeah," said Lorelai. "Thanks Sookie."
"You're welcome." Sookie leaves the room. Lorelai sits in silence for a few minutes until Emily enters the room.
"Lorelai," said Emily. "You look beautiful!"
"Thanks Mom," said Lorelai.
"I have something that I want to give you."
"Okay."
"I know your father and I already gave you and Max your wedding present but I have something very special I want to give you." Emily pulls an envelope from her purse and hands it to Lorelai. Lorelai opens it and looks at the contents.
"What is this?"
"It's the deed to your bed and breakfast."
"What?!"
"Rory showed me the house last spring and told me all about how you and Sookie were planning to fix it up. She said that it was going to take you years to earn the money to buy it and fix it up but that it was your dream. When I found out you were getting married I talked to Sookie and Rory about buying it for you as a wedding present. They both loved the idea but Sookie said that she wouldn't let me buy it unless I let her pay for her half of it. I said that was fine and the papers went through yesterday."
"Wow! I mean I don't know what to say!"
"Thank you would be acceptable."
"Thanks Mom!" Lorelai gave her mother a hug and Sookie entered the room with a cup of coffee.
"Let me guess," said Sookie. "Your mom gave you the surprise wedding gift."
"Yup," said Lorelai.
"Well I'm going to get my seat before someone takes it," said Emily. "I'll see you in a few minutes. Good luck Lorelai. I know everything is going to be wonderful."
"Thanks Mom." Lorelai hugged her mom again and Emily left the room.
"So did you think about what I said?" asked Sookie.
"Yeah," said Lorelai as she sipped her coffee.
"And?"
"I'm going to do this. Thanks so much for stopping me from making the biggest mistake of my life."
"No problem. That's what friends are for. Now let me just touch up your make up and we'll be good to go."
"Okay." Lorelai gave Sookie a hug and drank the last sip of her coffee. Sookie fixed Lorelai's make up as Lorelai fixed her veil so that it wasn't falling out of hair.
(Cut to the top of the aisle in Stars Hollow Church.)
"Lorelai," said Richard as he took his daughter's arm. "You look beautiful!"
"Thanks Dad," said Lorelai. She looked down at the aisle and saw Sookie and Rory giving her thumbs up signs. She turned her head a bit and saw Max smiling at her.
"You ready?"
"Yup." The organist began to play and they started down the aisle. Lorelai looked around and saw all her family and friends watching her. When she reached the priest her father gave her a kiss on the cheek and handed her off to Max.
(Cut to Stars Hollow Church about 20 minutes later.)
"Do you Max Medina take Lorelai Gilmore to be your lawfully wedded wife and do you promise to love, honor, and cherish her in sickness and in health for as long as you both shall live?" said the priest.
"I do," said Max. The priest nodded and turned towards Lorelai.
"Do you Lorelai Gilmore take Max Medina to be your lawfully wedded husband and do you promise to love, honor, and cherish him in sickness and in health for as long as you both shall live?"
"I do," said Lorelai.
"Can I please have the rings?" said the priest. The ring bearer handed the rings to him and he gave them to Max and Lorelai. They put them on each other's fingers and smiled. "By the powers vested in me I now pronounce you man and wife. You may kiss the bride." Max pushed Lorelai's veil back and kissed her while everyone clapped.
"Geez Mom," muttered Rory a few minutes later. "Come up for air!"
"Aww, said Sookie. "Let her be. She's only getting married once so she might as well enjoy it."
"Yup."
"Ok Lor," muttered Sookie. "That's enough." Lorelai and Max finally separated and everyone cheered. Rory rushed over to hug her mom.
"Congratulations Mom! I'm so happy for you!"
"Thanks honey. I'm happy too."
"You should be." Sookie hugged Lorelai and they both started smiling.
"I'm sooo happy for you Lor! I just know you and Max are gonna be happy together."
"Thanks." Max came over and put his arm around Lorelai.
"Congrats Max," said Sookie and Rory in unison.
"Thanks," he replied.
"You're welcome," said Rory. She hugged him awkwardly and ran up the aisle and went outside with Sookie.
"So Mrs. Medina," said Max as he put his arm around Lorelai's shoulders. "Are you ready to go get pelted with rice?"
"Yes Mr. Medina," said Lorelai with a smile as she put her arm around his waist. They walked up the aisle and out of the church.
(Cut to Independence Inn that evening where Lorelai and Max are having their reception.)
"Okay guys," yelled Rory as she tapped her fork against her glass and stood up. "Now its time for me to make my speech so be quiet!" The room quieted as everyone stared at her. "As you know we are here today to celebrate the marriage of my mom Lorelai Gilmore and Max Medina. I remember when they first started dating nearly a year ago. At first the idea of my mom seeing my teacher was weird to me but when I realized how much the liked each other I became comfortable with their being together. They seemed so happy and whenever I was around them I was compelled to feel happy too. However the road to their marriage hasn't always been the smoothest ride out there. They broke up for a while but their relationship was strong enough to survive it. When they got back together I knew and they knew it was for good. We all knew it was the real thing and when they got engaged I couldn't have been happier. Their marriage is an example of what true love really is and I know they are gonna be happy forever. So let's toast to a life full of love and happiness for them. Congratulations mom and Max and good luck in the future!" They all raised their glasses and clapped as Lorelai and Max kissed. Rory sat down and her mother gave her a huge hug.
"Thanks," whispered Lorelai in Rory's ear. "That was perfect."
"Alright," said Sookie as she stood up. "It's my turn. I know this isn't traditional so I'm gonna make this short and sweet. To Lorelai and Max. You've showed us all that true love can survive no matter what obstacles it's faced with. I wish you the best and I hope you two stay as happy and in love as you are now!" They all applauded and drank to Lorelai and Max. "Now I believe its time for Lorelai and Max to have their first dance as a married couple." Sookie sat down and Max led Lorelai out onto the dance floor.
"This is wonderful," Lorelai whispered as she put her arms around Max.
"I know," he said as he put his arms around her. The first strains of the music began to play and they started to dance.
"Hey look at Miss Patty," she said a few minutes later. She gestured her head towards the side of the dance floor where Miss Patty was grinning like a proud mother hen. "I guess we're dancing the right way." The song drew to a close and they kissed. Everyone applauded and joined them on the dance floor. A fast song began to play and everyone started to dance with smiles on their faces.
(Cut to the Inn an hour later. Everyone is still dancing and having a great time.)
"Mind if I intrude?" asked Luke as he walked up to Max and Lorelai as they were dancing.
"Not at all," said Max as he handed Lorelai off to Luke. Just then a slow song came on and they began to dance.
"You're a surprisingly good dancer for such a manly man," said Lorelai jokingly.
"It's one of my many talents," said Luke.
"I'm sure."
"You look really pretty tonight Lorelai."
"Aww thanks but I know you're just saying that cause it's my wedding."
"No I mean it. I know you and Max are gonna be really happy together."
"Thanks." Lorelai smiled and looked around the room. She saw Rory and Dean dancing right next to them. Over to her left she saw her parents dancing together and Max dancing with his mother. Luke noticed her looking around the room and smiled.
"Hey look over there," he said as he pointed over her shoulder.
"What?" She turned her head to get a better look.
"Miss Patty is dancing with Rory's dad."
"Poor Chris." They both started laughing and the song ended. Luke gave Lorelai a kiss on the cheek as the song ended and she smiled at him. Max came over and took Lorelai by the hand.
"I think its time to cut the cake," he said.
"Good," said Lorelai as they walked over to the cake. They guests all sat in their seats and watched them pick up the knife.
"You ready?"
"Yup. I've always though it would be fun to smash cake in someone's face and now I finally get my chance!" Max laughed and shook his head as they cut the cake. "Ok we smash on three! One, two, three!" They smashed the cake in each other's faces and started kissing as everyone applauded and cheered.
(Cut to porch of Independence Inn a few hours later.)
"I thought I'd find you here," said Max as he sat down on the swing next to Lorelai.
"I needed to get some fresh air."
"I understand."
"Good," she said as she looked down. "Gosh Max this ring is gorgeous. It must've cost a fortune." She held up her hand and admired the gold and diamond ring on her finger.
"It doesn't matter what it cost. We're only getting married once and I wanted it to be perfect."
"It is. Guess what."
"What?"
"I smell snow!" Max just laughed.
"You and the snow. I'll never understand where you get it from."
"I know. I predict that everything will be completely white by tomorrow morning."
"Ok. Want to dance?" he asked as the first few bars of "At Last" drifted out the door from inside. They both closed their eyes and moved close to one another as they started to dance. When they song finally ended they held each other close and kissed.
"Look," whispered Lorelai when she finally opened her eyes. "It's snowing." Max turned around and they watch the snowflakes falling from the dark night sky.
"Well what do you know." They watched the snow for a few more minutes before Lorelai started to shiver. "Ready to go in?"
"Yeah. I don't think sleeveless wedding gowns were designed for being outside when it's snowing."
"I don't think so either." Max pulled her close and kissed her softly. When they finally broke apart they walked inside.
"Hey everybody!" yelled Lorelai. "I have an announcement to make." Everyone quieted down and turned their attention to her. "I just want to let you all know that it's snowing outside!" Everyone laughed and looked out the windows at the softly falling snow.
"Well it looks like Mother Nature picked a perfect day for the first snowfall of the season," said Rory as she walked over to her mother.
"Yup. I think she must've heard that I was getting married so she waited until my wedding day to make it snow."
"I think so too." Lorelai and Rory smiled and hugged each other.
(Cut to Independence Inn a little while later.)
"Thanks for coming," said Lorelai as the last of the wedding guests walked out of the door. Sookie and Rory were the only ones left in the room besides her and Max.
"Alright," said Sookie. "I'm gonna go now. You looked beautiful today Lor. Congratulations guys and have fun on your honeymoon!"
"Thanks for eveything Sookie," said Lorelai as she hugged her friend.
"Yeah thanks Sookie," said Max as he gave her an awkward hug.
"You're very welcome," said Sookie. She turned to face Rory. "C'mon kiddo. Time to go."
"Okay, said Rory as she walked over to her mom and Max.
"Bye honey," said Lorelai. "I love you so much."
"Bye mom. I love you too. Have fun on your honeymoon." Rory and her mother hugged. "Bye Max," she said and gave him a hug. She went back and gave her mom one last hug before getting her coat from Sookie.
"Bye sweetie. Be nice to Sookie and make sure she stays out of the kitchen!"
"Gee thanks Lor," said Sookie. "See the next time I offer to watch your house and your kid while you go on your honeymoon!"
"Hopefully never," said Lorelai with a laugh as they walked out the door. "Bye Sookie, bye Rory! See you soon!" She and Max walked out the door behind them and up the stairs towards their room. When they reached the door he stopped.
"Okay I'm supposed to pick you up now," he said.
"Alright just don't drop me!"
"I make no promises." Me picked her up, carried her into the room, and shut the door behind them.
To be continued!!
Think I should write a third chapter about life in the Gilmore household after the wedding? Let me know what you think!