What a historic day. We’re both completely overwhelmed by what we experienced. When we arrived at City Hall, there were crowds of supporters standing on the steps outside. Camera crews, radio stations, news broadcasters and journalists, and GLBT-supportive organizations were lined up everywhere to greet us. There were also wedding vendors such as DJs, caterers, tailors, and others, seizing the opportunity for new business. We walked into City Hall and were guided by hundreds of city volunteers who checked us in for our appointment and led us to the marriage license application area. There, we, and our witnesses signed the marriage license with a deputy judge, who would later officiate our ceremony. Everywhere there were photographers and couples holding hands. Some wore tuxedos, some had gowns on (mostly women). Some wore Hawaiian shirts. Some had children dressed as ring bearers and Volunteers from local churches were handing out cupcakes as a stand in for wedding cake. I won’t include all the details here but I will say our little ceremony was beautiful. Very traditional.
Our officiant, Barry, was sweet – we were all crying, including him! We exchanged rings while a local TV station filmed the wedding. I’m really floored by the experience and the emotions. Everywhere we went today, people congratulated us, hugged and kissed us, handed us flowers. We just got back from shopping and we told two strangers on the street we just got married and they screamed and threw their arms around us. It’s the Summer of Love here in San Fran – and a beautiful day to boot!
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