White Lace and Snowflakes

Nervous as a harried hen, Mom was in a dither Would wedding guests be kept away by the winter weather? My cheeks so rosy from the sting of howling, bitter winds White lace and pearls, car door opened and a young girl stepped within Fresh mums adorned the altar of “Our Lady by the Sea” Blue bridesmaid angels led the way; John waited lovingly Vows exchanged as God smiled down, crystal kisses danced in air The reception band played merrily, all invited were there Many guests remarked they’d never seen a happier bride At midnight John took my ring-adorned hand, we ventured outside Snow drifts piled ‘round the cars, Great Nor’ Easter just ending My mate high on love (and champagne), wheels on highway spinning Pulling into a gas station, trying to get a grip Still in my bridal gown as the dipping temperatures nipped The station attendant ran out and smiled, he’d seen us reel But we were laughing and trading places behind the wheel My tipsy spouse in a tux, truly a sight to behold When we reached our new home, I carried HIM o’er the threshold' For John's "Winter" contest