After
three years of dating, we married in the spring of 1992, Tamara's senior
year of college. Eric was attending law school at the same campus. The
wedding took place in three parts. First, guests arrived at the temple
for drinks and appetizers. Wandering minstrels played. Soon, a small fleet
of white stretch limousines ferried the guests to the Samole residence
a few miles away. There, guests strolled through the courtyard while sipping
champagne and enjoying more hand-served appetizers. Everyone gathered
in the outdoor seats by sundown and the ceremony commenced. A gentle harp
strummed as each family member strolled down the aisle. After Tamara arrived,
she walked around Eric seven times with her veil and train lifted by her
mother, mother-in-law and sister. An orthodox rabbi handled the ceremony,
and within 30 minutes, we said our "I do's", crushed a wine
glass, and released doves into the sky. Our guests congratulated us in
a receiving line that lead back to the waiting limousines. Guests were
shuttled back to the temple for more drinks and appetizers. Then, we danced
with merriment. Afterwards, we enjoyed a full course meal. Later, we cut
the cake, threw the bouquet and garter, then slipped away.
