Chapter 7

January 28th, 2001, Saturday morning, Kimberly woke up with a smile, then a frown. Her wedding was happening this afternoon. It was just 8 in the morning

"Morning, bride." Aisha came into the bedroom. She snapped a picture. Kimberly blinked out the spots.

"Hey," Kimberly said sitting up in the bed wiping her eyes. "Wha…what is it?"

"You ready to get up?"

"Oh, right. Today is the day."

"Yes!" Aisha went over to her window curtains and pulled them back. Kimberly was given the penthouse suite with all the ladies in the wedding. She was given the main bedroom, as Aisha and Katherine shared the other spare room. "It's your wedding, sweetie!"

"It's my wedding day, Sha. How is this happening?" Kimberly had a lost look in her eyes. Aisha came and sat on her bed.

"You aren't backing out now, are you?" Kimberly brought her knees to her chin. "Kimberly, talk to me."

"I don't know!" Katherine came into the bedroom.

"Hey, you should be hitting the shower about now."

"I think someone is having second thoughts," Aisha said.

"What! You don't want to be married to Tommy?"

"I don't know!" Kimberly laid to her back, covering her face crying.

"Go get her mother," Aisha said. Katherine nodded.


About 10 minutes later, Kim's mother appeared.

"What going on here?"

"Our bride is scared," Aisha said.

"What!"

"It's not fair," Kimberly cried. "This should be the happiest day of my life! And look at me!" Kim's mother sat on the bed and pulled Kimberly to sit up.

"Some tissues ladies."

"Right."

"Honey, it is very common for the bride to be nervous and, well dreadfully frightened the hours before," Kimberly's mother said.

"But this is Tommy! The man I love, I have only loved deeply and honestly. Why am I so scared?"

"It's only natural."

"I'll bet you weren't! I'll bet you weren't like this at all."

"Are you kidding me!" Kim's mother laughed.

"I practically had to shove her down that aisle." Kimberly looked up as her grandmother walked in.

"Nana!" Kimberly got out of bed and hugged her quickly.

"So, what's this I hear about a scared bride?"

"I don't know, maybe because everything just seems so perfect that…"

"You are waiting for that slip to come and take it all away?" Kimberly nodded. "Oh, my beautiful babygirl." They sat on the bed. "You mustn't think like this. This is happening right now because it was meant to happen."

"But why? Why me?" Aisha sat on the bed and took Kim's hand.

"You havea perfect future husband waiting for you. That's why. He loves you so much and wants everything perfect today just for you."

"2 souls meant for each other," Katherine said.

"Yep." Kimberly wiped her eyes again after Aisha smiled and kissed her cheek.

"Okay."

"Okay?"

"I'm not too scared anymore. You're all right. This is happening because it was finally meant to happen. Thank you."

"Anytime." They all hugged.

"Now get your pretty ass up, we have those nails and hair to get done!" Aisha yelled.

"Yes sir!" Kimberly saluted her maid of honor.

"Go shower, so we can get ready too." Kimberly smiled.

"Thank you." Aisha nodded and gave her one more hug. Kimberly went to shower. She was going to get partially dressed here in the hotel before a short limo ride over to the chapel.


Aisha worked on Kimberly's hair as her manicure was just about done by the stylish. She had the perfect French tips with rose decorations for her nails, her toes just a pretty pale pink. She was sitting in a long tee-shirt, over her white corset with knee-length underwire skirt beneath, sheer stockings and white flip flops. Stylish took a fan to her nails to speed dry them.

"How does this look?" Kimberly lifted her hand.

"Beautiful," Aisha said. Aisha added the tiara after Kim's long wavy hair was pulled back with many pinned curls into a nice bun for the wedding. A few wavy strains of hair loose in the front. Aisha attached a short veil behind the tiara to show what it would look like. Kimberly had a much longer veil for the wedding.

"We should be hurrying," Katherine said as she came into the room. "The guys left 20 minutes ago. Cute shirt."

"Thanks." Kimberly stood in a 'Soon to be Mrs. Oliver' tee. "We really should be going then."

"Tommy and boys had shirts like that. Tommy said 'I Heart Kimberly'. It was adorable."

"Oh, there is yours." Kimberly motioned for the bag on the bed. Katherine smiled and lifted the tee 'Bridesmaid #1'. She tossed Kelly a shirt as well. Kelly was Kim's cousin and a bridesmaid like Katherine.

"And they said our limo is downstairs waiting."

"We are coming," Aisha said. Kim's mother was helping Mrs. Oliver with Kim's dress.

"Just one more pin. There. Perfect." Aisha had on her 'Maid of Honor' tee with some yellow track pants and flip flops. She took some pictures of Kimberly as she stood there.

"Aisha, erxactlyhow many cameras do you have?"

"Well, everybody at the ceremony gets one, but you know me. I had to get a stash to myself."

"That's your second camera and I've only been up for 4 hours!"

"I want to capture every moment I can. Come on, just smile and pose." Kimberly shook her head and did a little sexy pouty lip pose. "Good girl. Oh yeah!" Kimberly put on her white bug-eyed sunglasses. "Yeah!" Kimberly laughed as she vogued again. "Great! Trust me, later on you will be thanking me." There were many photos being taken of Kimberly from the time she came from the shower and was awake.

"I already am." She hugged Aisha.

"Come on, don't make me cry yet. I still have make-up to do. You look pre-wedding beautiful."

"Thanks. Let's go," Kimberly said stepped down from the manicure chair with help. "I'm getting married!"

"Yay!" The women rushed down to the limo, making sure they grabbed everything and nothing was left behind.


Kimberly was placed in the middle of the limo.

"I want music! Party music!" Kimberly reached forward to her purse and pulled out a CD. "Oh, great song!" 'Wicked Lil Girls' blared on from a CD made to help with wedding glitters.

"How about some champagne!" Aisha pulled out a bottle from the ice bucket. "This is a great time to toast." Aisha popped the cork with a few laughs.

"But Kelly can't drink!" Kim's mother said. Kelly pouted.

"It's my wedding, of course she can!" Kelly smiled. "But don't tell Uncle Steve, he'll kill me."

"Yay!" Kelly got a glass last to be filled, so there wasn't much left

"Okay, what shall we toast to?" Kimberly asked.

"To you of course!" Katherine said. "And your big day."

"Of course!" They all got cheered.


Tommy and the boys could hear blaring music as women singing as he pulled on his pants and zipped them up.

"Is that the second limo?" Tommy asked about the go out the tent. "Sounds like a party!"

"Hey hey!" Jason pulled him back. "You might see Kimberly!"

"Yeah, Jason's right. That's bad luck," Adam said.

"Come on guys! I'm pretty sure Lady Luck is on our side." Tommy opened the tentto peak out as the second limo arrived. "They are so late, it's 1:15." The music stopped finally. The doors opened as his mother came out first.

"What did I say!" Jason pulled Tommy back inside the tent and closed the door. "Get your ass dressed."

"I hope you realize when you get married, I will be the same way you are now." Jason smiled.

"Who says you are my best man!"

"Hey!"Kimberly was rushed over to the bride's tent with a robe over her head and body to ensure no one saw her.


Finally, Kimberly stood in the center of the women'stent on a small bench as her gown was placed on finally. It was a white strapless satin bodice with V-notince, pink colored stripe and beading, lace-up back, gathered skirt with multiple jewel roses and D'orsey white pumps with an ankle strap and rhinestone buckle. "Wow, you look amazing."

"Thanks." Tommy's mother, Mrs. Oliver, was fluffy out the bottom of her dress before stepping back to take many photos with Kelly and her mother. Kim's extremely long veil was pulled to the back and straightened out by Katherine. It cascaded down and around her as she stood there. stood in the center of the women'stent on a small bench as her gown was placed on finally. It was a white strapless satin bodice with V-notince, pink colored stripe and beading, lace-up back, gathered skirt with multiple jewel roses and D'orsey white pumps with an ankle strap and rhinestone buckle.

"Wow, you look amazing."

"Thanks." Tommy's mother, Mrs. Oliver, was fluffy out the bottom of her dress before stepping back to take many photos with Kelly and her mother. Kim's extremely long veil was pulled to the back and straightened out by Katherine. It cascaded down and around her as she stood there.

"Okay, lets get these traditions straight and over with," Aisha said.

"Okay."

"Now, Trini's parents sent me this. They said this was something Trini always wanted to give you." Kimberly gasped at the beautiful crystal forehead headpiece. "I know, she would have been your maid of honor if she was here, so..."

"I don't know what I would do without you, Aisha. I think you two would have fought over maid of honor, because I wouldn't be able to chose, you both were, are my greatest friends, best in the world."

"Thanks." Katherine and Kelly stood on stools to help pin it across Kim's forehead.

"That's your something old," Kim's mother said. "And here is your something new."

"Mom!" Kimberly gasped at the pearl necklace and pearly rose-drop earrings.

"It is traditional in our family for the mother to give her daughter pearls on her wedding day. I felt my pearls just didn't go, so I brought a new pair. Here you go." Kimberly nodded as they put them on her with ease.

"And here is your something blue," Aisha pulled out a blue lacey amore garter. Kimberly giggled and was helped to put it on.

"Thank you."

"I guess that's everything," Aisha said closing the bag. Kimberly looked at her.

"No, there is one more thing!"

"What? No, that's everything."

"NO! I need something borrowed!"

"Borrowed? Oh, man!" Aisha showed her bag was empty. "I knew something was missing!"

"You forgot the borrowed. How could you! I can't have a wedding without something borrowed! It's bad luck!"

"Kim, calm down!" Aisha laughed. "Would I forget anything on your special day?" Kimberly held her chest and took a deep breath. Aisha pulled off a cuff bracelet. "Here." Kimberly gaped and hesitated to take it.

"That is your grandmother's."

"Yeah, it is, so you know I want it back. I am supposed to let my maid of honor wear on it my wedding day. But I think it's better if you wear it on your day first too. My grandmother wore it on her wedding day too. And I want you to wear it on yours. I mean, my grandparents just celebrated 50 years, so..."

"It's a good luck charm too."

"Not that you and Tommy need any more luck."

"You can't have too much luck." They hugged. Kimberly put it on. "I have something for you too."

"You do?" Aisha asked.

"Of course." Kimberly nodded to her mother who smiled. She opened her purse and pulled out a silver heart compact. "There you go." Aisha gasped and took it from Mrs. Dumas.

"Kimberly!" Aisha opened it and held her chest.

"Good, you like it."

"It's too much!"

"No, it wasn't, not for you." Aisha lifted the heart-shaped diamond necklace. "I picked them out long ago for my bridesmaids. Oh, I didn't forget you two, Katherine and Kelly." Kimberly handed one over to them as well. "For everything you three have done to make this day happen."

"Thanks," Katherine said lifting it up.

"But where did you get it?" Kelly asked.

"I had them, my mother was holding them for me."

"Wow, it's beautiful," Aisha said putting hers on.

"Okay, now everything is set."

"5 minutes ladies!" A man called. Aisha adjusted the train to her maid of honor dress, a tube lavender long matte dress with folded beading and train with lavender wedge slides. Katherine and Kelly wearing the exact dress, thoughtheirs didn't carry such a long train as Aisha's dress. Many pictures were takes of the bridesmaids and bride, along with the mothers. Kimberly was made to stand on the stool again to take more photos of her, a complete bride now and ready to become a wife.


Kim's father came into the tent.

"Oh, my baby."

"Hi, Daddy."

"You are so beautiful." Kimberly kissed his cheek after he kissed her. Adam, Tim, Kim's older brother, Rocky and Jason appeared at the tent.

"Ladies, the priest is ready. They say, 5 minutes left." Tommy's father appeared at the tent. He was going to walk his wife down the aisle. Tommy's parents were to go first and take their seats. Rocky and Adam were to see Katherine and Kelly down, Tim, would of course, walk his mother down the aisle and to their seats in the front row, followed by Aisha and Jason and finally Kimberly and her father, of course the last ones. All the guys gave Kimberly hugs as she stood there.

"Okay. Let's get going, ladies. I love you." Kimberly nodded to her mother after they hugged again.

"Always the first one, little sis."

"Well, I am the best child." Tim nudged her after helping her down from the stool. They hugged and kissed.

"You are so beautiful, lil sis."

"You're not so bad yourself, Tim. You look good in a suit. You should wear them more often."

"Well, only for you and because it is your day." Tim kissed her cheeks. "I feel like a penguin." Kimberly laughed with him.

"Mom?" Tim turned to his mother.

"Coming!" She was at the mirror.

"I love you Mommy, don't stressing out, you look great."

"Thank you," Kim's mother said.

"No, thank you." Mrs. Dumas checked her make-up to make sure she looked okay too, after shedding a few tears and she grabbed some tissues knowing she would need them to get through this ceremony. She walked back over to Kimberly, but gave Mrs. Oliver time to speak with her daughter.

"I don't know if I could have chosen a better woman for my son. Or if I could have asked for a more beautiful daughter-in-law," Mrs. Oliver said, rubbing her face with her hands.

"Thank you." They hugged and kissed.

"My son is blessed to have someone like you to spend the rest of his life with. We all blessed to have you be apart of our family. A daughter I always wanted and am so proud of. I know you will bring nothing more than happiness and joy to my son's life. Thank you, Kimberly."

"You're welcome, though I feel like the blessed one here. I got my second chance and I couldn't be happier. I love you, Mom." Mrs. Oliver smiled. She finallyhad Kimberly to call her that.

"A well deserved second chance and I love you too, Kimberly." They hugged again. Mrs. Oliver took her husband's arm. Kim's mother came back over.

"I love you, Mommy." Kim's mother stood before her with tears in her eyes. "Stop crying, or I will be too."

"Oh, baby. You know me. Always so emotional. I love you baby." They kissed on the cheeks. Music started.

"That's us," Mr. Oliver said. Mrs. Oliver nodded and took her husband's arm.

Tim went to his mother and they left, after Tommy's parents left the tent. Adam and Rocky led Katherine and Kelly out next. Jason waited on Aisha. She picked up her bouquet.

"Just remember to smile and don't cry too much, I did those eyes to perfection. Here, one more swipe." Aishagrabbed the lipgloss and fixed some more on Kim's lips. "You'll be fine. You'll do fine." Kimberly laughed and hugged Aisha. "You look absolutely beautiful. I hope I can look half as good as you do now, on my day."

"You do and will, if not much more on your day." They hugged. "I love you, Sha."

"I love you too." They held back tears. Jason put his arm around her.

"Come on, none of that yet ladies. We got plenty of time for tears later," Jason said. "See you, sis."

"By Jase." Jason led Aisha out; he was best man to Tommy of course.

"Ready, baby?"

"Daddy, will you..." Kimberly struggled to get her veil up and over her face.

"I would be honored, babygirl." Her veil was lifted to cover her face. "Oh, this is the happiest day of my life."

"Mine too, Daddy." He kissed her cheeks and rubbed her hand, as she hugged one of his arms. Kimberly raised her head as the wedding march started for her this time.


The tent was opened, Kimberly looked at the softness of fake snow around flowing. They walked out. Kimberly looked up at Tommy as she walked toward him. Tommy never felt happier in his life as a true vision of beauty came toward him. He gasped as she first appeared and Jason had to place his hand on his back as he swayed a bit.

"We all gathered here today in the beautiful chapel to bring together this man, Thomas Stevens Oliver to be with this woman, Kimberly Ann Hart in holy matrimony. God give us love and love is great thing to have in life." He opened his bible. "CORINTHIANS 1; 13 tell us that….Love is always patient and kind. It is never jealous. Love is never boastful or conceited, it is never rude or selfish, it does not take offense and is not resentful. Love takes no pleasure in other people's faults, but delights in the truth. It is always ready to excuse, to trust, to hope. It is always ready to endure whatever comes. True love does not come to an end. If there is anyone here who does not wish for the union of this couple, speak now or forever hold your tongue." The priest gave a moment. Tommy glared as Rocky, who faked to step forward. Rocky smiled. Adam hit him causing a few ruffles of laughter. "Now, who gives this woman away?"

"I do. I give you my daughter, Tommy with great pleasure, because I know I can trust you to take care of my babygirl." Kim's father kissed Kim's forehead.
"I love you Daddy."
"I love you too, Kimberly. " He kissed her again.
"Thank you Daddy." Kimberly went to move beside Tommy, but her father was reluctant to let her go, after a bit of an internal struggle. Kimberly laughed slightly with the crowd, having seen that. She patted his arm. "Daddy, you have to let me go." He sighed, kissing her forehead again. Her father stepped aside and Tommy took his place by Kim's side.
"Take care of my baby."
"I will sir." Tommy held his arm out for Kimberly to hold. "Can I?" Tommy's hand went to her veil. Kimberly nodded. Before turning to the priest, he lifted her veil off from her face. They both smiled at each other. Tommy caressed her cheek before he took Kim's hands. They mouthed 'I love you's' before turning to the priest as the priest started again.

The priest told personal stories about love and devotion. He told the story of love and how it can conquer all. Kimberly and Tommy couldn't take their eyes off each other, smiling and winking often. They knew the tale too well, having fought many times and through love, conquered their fears and triumphed over evil.

"Now, the couple will be giving us their vows of love and devotion to each other, as they have both requested to speak today. Tommy, would you like to go first?" Jason stepped forward with some notecards, but Tommy shook his head. He looked at Kimberly with a smile. Tommy didn't want what he was going to say to be cheapen by phrases of a written down speech. He wanted to speak from the heart, whether or not it made sense. Tommy didn't care if he couldn't remember it all. He wanted to say everything from his heart and soul since that is what mattered the most right now standing before the love of his life.

"I have dreamed of this day. In my life, I always knew this day would come. And I would be standing here with you, because there is never another woman I could or would love more than you. I cannot breath, think or live without you anymore. From this day forth, everything I do, everything I am, I do it for you. My true love... my only love. I found you at 15 years old and here we are now, with all our friends and family. I can remember that day so clearly, when I first saw your beautiful face. You looked just as beautiful that day as you do now. And here we are about to journey into the world of marriage together. I know, you always dreamed about being a pretty princess and finding your prince with a white horse. I am no prince, but I will make sure my life is dedicated to making you my queen. You deserve to be treated as a queen and more, because you have made my life so happy and so filled with love..." Tommy's voice broke. Tommy took a deep breath as he paused, tears in his eyes. Kimberly held back her tears. He raised Kim's hands to his lips. He kissed the top of her hands, and rubbed the top with his thumbs as he did all those years before. "I know I call you Beautiful and it makes you blush every time, but I only do it because I'm telling the truth. You are beautiful inside and out, I cannot help but feel like the luckiest man in the world. This past month with you has become the best month in my life. And knowing that I will be waking up with you at my side everyday from now on is a dream come true. I cannot wait to start my life as your husband. And have many children with you. Nothing in this world compares to your love and your passion. I hope that, no, I will be everything you need. Because I know this is forever. Forever. Our love is eternal and I can't wait to begin this new life with you, Kimberly. I love you with all my heart and soul. And I gladly give all of me to you today in front of all our family and friends." Kimberly couldn't hold back her tears anymore. She squeezed his hands.

"Kimberly, you may now speak." She turned to Aisha and nodded. Aisha walked over to the piano on the stage. She waited for Kimberly as she sat there.

"Oh, I had this all this last night, then you go and make me cry." The crowd laughed. "Why did I let you go first?" They laughed again. Kimberly wiped under her eyes.

"Take your time," the priest said. Kimberly took deep breaths. Tommy reached over and touched her cheek as Kimberly moved her lacey veil back off her shoulder. Kimberly's shoulders went up and down as she breathed to calm down.

"It's okay, Beautiful. It's okay. We have all the time you need, okay." Jason brought up some tissues. Kimberly thanked him. "We can wait. You okay?" She nodded. "Okay." She laughed and nodded again, wiping under her eyes. She took his hands again after Jason took the tissues.

"Okay, I can do this before I become a blubbering fool. I'll make it sweet and short. I love you Tommy. I didn't know myself until that day I saw you. I know this is a cliché, but I believe in love at first sight, for I never knew true love until that day we met. For as long as I have known, I've wanted to be a princess and find that prince with a white horse. And you are not a prince, but as I stand here, I find myself so lucky because you are better than any prince. A thousand princes. You complete me. And before I can't speak anymore, I wrote a song that I would love to sing for you. I hope you like it." Aisha started playing the piano.

Would I Be Standing Here

After All These Years

Among The Stars Above

Maybe Not, If It Wasn't For Your Love

Smiling Faces All Around

Like When A King Has Just Been Crowned

A Battle Has Been Won

That I'd Had Lost, If It Wasn't For Your Love

A Fairytale Unfolds

More True Than Stories I've Been Told

At Last My Chance To Shine

And All In Perfect Time

A Life I Had Once Removed

Who'd Had Thought, If It Wasn't For Your Love

ooooooo, oooooooo

And Oh The Wonderful Surprise

To Have Light So Bright, It Blinds

It Blinds My Eyes

But Finally I See

How It Feels To Live A Dream

But Would I Have Touched the Sky

Ever Flown So High

Ohhh, No, Not I

If It Wasn't For Your Love

Your Love

There was not a dry eye in the room, as Kimberly finished singing. Everyone clapped. Aisha got up and took her place by Kimberly again. Kimberly took her bouquet back.

"And as I stand here with our families and best friends surrounding us, I give myself to you. You are my great love, the great love everyone searches for in life. I love you, Handsome and I can't wait to be your wife and have many, many children with you." She smiled. Tommy laughed.

"The rings." They each took a gold ring.

"Kimberly, with this ring I thee wed. Take it and wear it as a symbol of all we shall share." Kimberly slid his finger to his hand.

"Tommy, with this ring I thee wed. Take it and wear it as a symbol of all we shall share." Tommy slid the ring to her finger.

"This candle is a symbol of united love. You came here as separate individuals, now will leave here united in this Church of God surrounded by all those that love you dearly. To light this candle means, you are ready to be united forever and forever it shall stay." Kimberly and Tommy lit the candle together and smiled. "You have declared before all of us your undying love. You have made special promises to each other, which have been symbolized by the joining of hands, taking of vows the giving and receiving of two ring's and lighting of the candle. By the church of God and state of Nevada, I now pronounce you husband and wife." Tommy smiled. "You may kiss your bride." Tommy cupped her face.

"Lipstick." Tommy smiled. Kimberly warned Tommy not to mess up her lipstick. One kiss and they were lost in their passion of kisses as Kim's arms went around his neck. The crowd cheered. "I present to you all, Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Oliver." Claps went out through the crowd. Though Kimberly and Tommy didn't seem to care.

"Save some for the honeymoon!" Jason slapped Tommy's back. Tommy stayed holding Kim's face; they shared many peak kisses, before turning to the crowd as Mr. & Mrs. Oliver.

Kimberly giggled as Tommy kissed her many times before they walked down the aisle, getting hugs and kisses from the crowd.

"The reception is at the Palace in an hour. So we don't have much time for photos."

"Uh, we don't need much," Kimberly said pulling at veil after kissing her mother's cheek. Tommy was finally put down from the bear hug from Kim's brother.

"You two wait here, I'll go get the limo."

"We want one to ourselves," Tommy said.

"No hankey panky until after the reception," Aisha said.

"No promises."

Tommy and Kimberly walked smiling as they were allowed a line to their limo as confetti was tossed at them once they reached outside. Kimberly got into the limo first.

"The site is just 15 minutes away," Tommy said before getting into the limo. Kimberly was already standing through the sunroof. She waved to everyone as they threw confetti. Tommy followed and they kissed. The limo took off.

"Those 2 are going to be so late."

"So late," Jason said.


Tommy held his new bride in his lap. They kissed. His hand moved up her legs.

"So beautiful."

"Me or the dress?"

"Both." Tommy kissed her neck, as his hand slipped under her dress.

"No, no, you heard Aisha. No hankey panky."

"Excuse me?"

"You heard me."

"This is my day too."

"And you will not rip this dress with your horny fingers! So, just kiss me, and then tonight, you can do whatever you want."

"Deal." They kissed.


The bride and groom stood by the shimmering fountain for photos by a professional photographer paid for. Many pictures taken with them kissing. Everyone else was at the reception hall seated and ready to be served dinner.

"Okay, I hear the bride and groom will be here any second!" Jason said over the microphone. Everyone stood up, as there was a knock at the door. Kimberly and Tommy came in to cheers.

"Our newlyweds want to start off tonight with their first dance as husband and wife before anything else." Tommy held Kim's hand. Kimberly and Tommy walked straight to the middle of the room.

"You did pick the right song?"

"Of course."

"Our song?" Tommy pulled her close. "Brown-Eyed Girl" came on and Kimberly gasped. "You remembered!"

"Of course." They kissed and slow danced. This was the first song on the radio on the drive to their first date together. Tommy singing the song to her as they danced.

The couple finished their dance, and then walked around getting hugs and kisses from the crowd.

"Okay," Jason said as he came over the microphone. "I want to introduce the father of the bride." Kimberly smiled as her father was at the stage. Jason handed over the microphone and took his seat

"On behalf of Carolina & myself, Jane and Jonathan Oliver, their family and friends, and to our family and friends I say, welcome. Thank you for being here and joining us in celebrating Tommy and Kimberly's very special day. Sometimes, I can't help but wonder where those years went. It kills me at times to stand here and to see you so grown up, baby. Happy marriages begin when we marry the ones we love, and they blossom when we love the ones we marry. There are two lasting bequests we can give our children. One is roots. The other is wings. I would also like to mention my Dad, he doted on his granddaughter and wouldn't have wanted to miss this occasion for the world. I'm sure he's looking down on us as I speak. Every Father hopes his daughter will find a smart, reliable, sensible, and considerate partner and as much as you try not to interfere in their lives, you always hope your children will make the right choices in life. So I am delighted to see that my darling daughter, Kimberly, has chosen someone I like so much to be her partner…and it's a pleasure Tommy, to welcome you into our family. So, without further ado, I would like to be the first to start of what I knowwill be many toast tonight. To the couple." They all raised their glasses. "Let's eat!"

"Yay!" Everyone cheered as the food was brought out to be served.


Kimberly and Tommy were served first, of course, with the court then the rest. Once all the guest were feed to bellies filled, it was time for the speeches. Aisha wanted to do the toast after people were feed knowing that would be best. Kimberly was accepting another gift from a guest, having a huge pile at the sides of the table already.

"Okay, as maid of honor, I would love to be the first to make the toast of the evening, but Jason is just so eager to go first, so I am allowing him to start us."

"Thank you!" Jason took the microphone. "Good afternoon ladies and gentle. My name is Jason, the best man. Let's see. I have known Kimberly well since we use to take baths as babies together." The crowd laughed. Kimberly gasped. "Oh, and we were best friends since, since the time you fell from the swing in preschool on your butt and made me kiss your booboo." The crowd laughed.

"Jason!"

"What? I have watched you grow through the many years together and I stand here amazed at you. And though I will always remember that little girl with Pooh overalls and pig-tails." Kimberly laughed. "You are so beautiful today Kimberly. So beautiful. And you bro, first day we met, we tied in a karate match and I disliked you ever since." The crowd laughed. "Just playing, you became my best friends after that, a brother to me. I can't think of a single couple more perfect for each other. She brings out the good side in him, which takes a lot of effort; in fact I'd say she's made him a better person since they've been together. But damn, you always got to do things the best. I couldn't happier for my 2 best friends. To say you 2 are like my family is wrong, you 2 are my family. Marriage is not a ritual or an end. It is a long, intricate, intimate dance together and nothing matters more. Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success. I wish you two the best of luck and much love, though I'm pretty sure you have enough. Congratulations and I love you. To the new Mr. and Mrs. Oliver. To our newlyweds!" Everyone raised their glasses to the couple. Kimberly and Tommy held their glasses to Jason. Aisha took the microphone from Jason and shook her finger at him. Jason laughed and stepped aside.

"Okay, my turn. My name is Aisha and I am the maid of honor, as I said before." Kimberly laughed, knowing Aisha was going to give her best. "To love is to receive a glimpse of heaven. To love and be loved is to feel the sun from both sides. I want to start by congratulating Tommy and Kimberly, and thanking all of you for coming here today. When I look at the bride and groom, I feel such a kaleidoscope of emotions. I know that Kimberly has found her true match and I know that theirs will be a marriage of long standing. My heart is bursting with love for you two today. Actually, I'm not going to tell you all any embarrassing stories about Kimberly today because (1) I respect her too much (Who put that in there?)." Everyone laughed. "(2) We've only got this place until midnight. Instead, I'd like to share with you a few of the most valuable things I've learned from Kimberly in the years that I've known her.
1. Etiquette… Anyone who has been around Kimberly for even the shortest period of time can relate to what I'm about say...The first time that I ever heard Kimberly belch, I RAN FOR COVER! (everyone laugh, if you don't understand, watch 'Return of a Green Ranger', season 2...there is a scene...back to the story) But what's even more disturbing to me is that Kimberly doesn't find it even REMOTELY abnormal that her belches have the ability to clear an entire room! Let's just hope she displays some will power tonight."

"Don't bet on it!" Kimberly yelled. Everyone laughed.

"Okay, Kimberly. 2. Things You Should NOT Do During Flag Football….I think Kimberly get her games mixed up with her gymnastic and dancing.
3. Learning to Laugh at Yourself…. Kimberly has taught me how to laugh at myself. This would be better translated with Kimberly laughing at me hysterically because she's convinced me to do something to publicly embarrass myself with her.
4. Lastly, the Meaning of Friendship…is one of the most important things in life. Kimberly Oliveris a beautiful person inside and out. I've had the pleasure of being Kimberly's friend for many years and I will always cherish the wonderful times I've spent with her. Kimberly, I want you to know that you're a sister to me and I love you very much. You've always been there for me and I hope our friendship only flourishes in the years to come.

My greatest wish for the two of you is that through the years your love for each other will deepen and grow that years from now you will look back on this day, your wedding day, as the day you loved each other the least. Here's to the groom, who kept his head, when he lost his heart. And here's to the bride, my sister, may she share everything with her husband...and that includes the housework." The crowd laughed. "Congratulations to the newlyweds. I love you two." Kimberly stood up and hugged Aisha as soon as she came over.


With their bellies filled, it was time to dance. Tommy twirled Kimberly as they laughed and kissed.

"May I cut in?"

"Of course," Tommy said.

"Come here long-haired!" Aisha pulled Tommy to her. Tommy laughed, as they were swept away. Kimberly stood with her hands on her hips.

"What?"

"Pooh overalls Jase?" Kimberly asked.

"What! It's so true!"

"Such a loser."

"Come here!" Jason pulled her to him tight. "You know I love you right?"

"Just wait until I make my speech at your wedding."

"It will be better than mine, I know."

"Especially the fleas story." Jason laughed. Jason dipped her as Tommy shared a dance with Aisha. "I love you Jason."

"I love you too." She hugged him.

"My turn with the bride," Tim said. Kimberly laughed after kissing Jason's cheek. She took her brother hand.

After several song later, Jason nodded to the DJ.

"Okay, everyone clear the floor. It is time for that special father-daughter dance finally," Jason said as he jumped on stage. "Where is the father and the bride?" Kimberly was talking to some family on Tommy's side as her father came up behind her. She turned to him.

"May I have this dance babygirl?" Kimberly nodded with tears in her eyes.

"Of course Daddy." She took his hand.

"Unforgettable" by Nat King Cole and his daughter Natalie Cole came on as they walked to the dance floor.

Kimberly held her hand up to him. Kim's father took her hand and held her close.

"I love you, Daddy."

"My beautiful babygirl." They slowed danced until the near end of the song. "Remember when you were little girl, you use to dance on my feet all the time?"

"Daddy!" The song onits final note.

"I guess you are too old for that." Kimberly bit her bottom lip as her father sadly let go. "Just for you Daddy." Kimberly reached under her dress and pulled off her shoes. "Catch!" She tossed them back. Rocky caught the pumps. "One more song!" Kimberly yelled to the DJ. He smiled and nodded. "Daughters" came on for them. "Daddy, another dance with your babygirl?"

"It would be my pleasure." Kimberly lifted her dress and stepped on the tops of his feet. The crowd clapped as they danced around.


Tommy went over to his mother.

"Mom, can I have this dance?" 'A Song For Mama' came on next.

"Oh son." Tommy brought his mother out to the floor for their dance for their special dance. Tommy and Kimberly danced with other relatives and friends next as well. Rocky and Adam fought over who would give speeches next, as one by one people got on stage to tell their story to the couple and wishes to the future.

Kimberly and Tommy were forced to the stage for their speeches of the evening.

"Speech, speech, speech!"

"Okay! Okay!" Tommy was handed a microphone. "Thanks for all of you here on this great day. I will make mine short and sweet. To the most beautiful wife in the world. To my wife."

"Awww!"

"My life, my heart is forever in your service." They kissed.

"Awww!" Kimberly took the microphone next.

"I want to take this time and thank everyone that is here and those who couldn't make, are strong in our heart. Thanks for sharing in on our wedding day. All of this wouldn't be possible without the greatest love of my life. To love someone gives you strength and I couldn't feel any stronger than I do right now. I stand here with you, to the best human being that has given me everything in this world I need. Your love, your respect and your heart. I have known many, liked a fair few, and loved only one. I toast to you. My husband, my true love."

"Aww!" Tommy kissed her again.


"Cake time!" Kimberly gasped at the 5-tier cake being brought in. She had thought it was just 3-layers. Kimberly and Tommy stood around taking pictures before cutting the cake. Tommy and Kimberly held the knife and cut a slice together. Tommy held up one piece as Kimberly did the same.

"Be nice," Kimberly warned as she held the cake to his mouth. Tommy laughed and feed her a much bigger bite than she did for him. Tommy kissed her on the mouth. They both laughed and shared many kisses. Tommy placed a bit of icing on her nose before getting her to rub her nose against his cheek. She ended up kissing that off as they shared many kisses.

"Time for the goodies guys! Form a line fellows," Tommy shouted as he pulled a chair out for Kimberly. It was late into the night, nearing 11 pm. They had been here since 4 this afternoon. All the single guys rushed near the couple. Jason was in the middle as Tommy bent down on a knee and slid his hand under Kim's dress. He smiled at Kimberly caressing her inner thigh.

"Taking too long Oliver!"

"Shut up!" Tommy pulled down the garter. He twirled it around his finger. "One…two…three!" Tommy shot it up into the air above the guys. Jason and Rocky fought for it. It ended up in Mr. Hart's hand as he passed by.

"Daddy? Way to go Daddy!" Kimberly yelled.

"Awww….man!" Rocky stomped his foot.

"All right ladies! Time to see how gets married next!" Kimberly shook her bouquet a bit. She winked at Aisha.

"Oh no you don't!" Katherine went to the middle, pulling at Aisha, but Aisha fought back. Kimberly pointed to fake out the girls. She tossed it over shoulder finally. Aisha ran back and dived for it.

"Yes!"

"Woohoo!" Kimberly jumped off the chair to hug her last. Kim's father and Aisha shared the dance of the bouquet catcher and garter winner.


Kimberly went over to the DJ box and request for the last dance for the newlyweds. Tommy held his hand out for her and they walked over to the dance floor. "Forever in Love" played.

"I love you."

"I love you too," Tommy whispered before kissing her.

"So where exactly are we going next?"

"Honeymoon suite, Caesar's Palace, top floor."

"For how long?"

"Sunday night."

"Just a day?"

"We have the rest of our lives now, Beautiful." Kimberly held his face and pulled him down for a kiss. She nodded with a huge smile. Tommy knew that smile. "I'll get the bike."

"You do that."

And then the reception was over with for the couple. They couldn't wait for the honeymoon and was eager to leave.

"Be careful!" Kim's mother yelled as Kimberly hopped on the back of a motorcycle Tommy ordered for them.

"Oh, Mommy!"

"She is in good hands," Tommy said getting on the bike as well. Tommy revved the bike. Kimberly kissed his cheek before wrapping her arms tightly around his waist. He put on his helmet. They sped out with Mr. and Mrs. Oliver's sign on the back with lines of cans following them.


Apologizing to the length...actually, nope, I won't! I take it back! This was fun! My dream wedding, with a few tweaks here and there...so much more ahead in the story: An amazing trip to the motherland! AFRICA...a baby(or babies) on the way...who knows what my crazy mind will think of next. Reviews always welcomed :P

Until next time, babye!