Christian Mericle and Krista Dement
September 7, 2002
WE DID IT!
The wedding has come and gone
and Krista and I have started our life together. And, it is wonderful! I hold
no illusions. I know there will be some rocky times but we have both determined
to make it through and hold to love. We set aside 20% of the cash wedding gifts
we received. This went into our marriage enhancement fund. To keep it going, we
will take a percentage out of each paycheck and add it to the fund. This will
be used to buy books, videos, attend marriage retreats, etc. so that our
marriage will remain strong.
THE BIG DAY
I kidded K about wanting an America’s
Funniest Home Videos moment at the wedding. Nevertheless, everything went
almost perfectly. My dad (the minister) choked-up with tears as he began the
ceremony. That was a shock to everyone. I can honestly say my bride was
beautiful beyond description. I was so blown away. (I’ll post pics to the site
soon.) While we were doing pictures after the ceremony, the guests ate all of
our cake except the top layer we took home. Ugh!
THE HONEYMOON
We didn’t have money to go
anywhere. I took a week off of work and we took it (mostly) easy at home. It
was wonderful. We might do something bigger when we can afford it.
THE FUTURE
Krista
and I are so in love. We are truly looking forward to sharing our lives, having
babies (already trying!) and growing old together. She is more beautiful now
than when we first met. And I love her more today than I did on our wedding
day.
ABOUT CHRISTIAN
I am 27, from Tucumcari, New Mexico, and currently employed by Eastern Plains Head Start. My dream is to be a writer. I have nearly completed my first novel, which I plan to finish by next spring and begin to seek a publisher. Through my employer, I will be going back to school to get a degree in Computer Information Systems (Network Administration). I love to listen to Christian music and am a voracious reader.
ABOUT KRISTA
(Written by Christian.) Krista is 21 and living in Amarillo, Texas, (originally from Spearman). She is employed at a doctor’s office and also working toward her degree in Business Administration for Computer Information Systems. She has also expressed an interest in becoming a nurse. Like me, she enjoys reading and Christian music.
HOW WE MET
Krista and I met through Christian
Café. I was not expecting to find to find anyone more than a few online
pals. However, at the exact time I sent Krista a Quick Message, she was reading
my profile. (How cool is that?) We began e-mailing and chatting over MSN
Messenger. We finally met face to face and spent a day together. After the
second date, I knew I was in love.
WHEN WE GOT ENGAGED
May 16, 2002
HOW IT HAPPENED
Some time ago, I purchased a CD single of Fleming & John’s “Love Songs.” I put a note in the CD case telling Krista how, in her, I had finally found true love. We snuggled up and listened to the song. When it was finished, I said, “Want to do something everyone will think is crazy? Marry me and move to Tucumcari.” She said, “What?” I said, “You heard me.” Krista said, “YES!” All the rest is, as they say, history.
WHEN & WHERE
September 7, 2002
Amarillo, Texas
REGISTRIES
Wal-Mart
(stores and online)
Target
(stores and online)
Bed
Bath & Beyond (stores and online)
The
Knot (online only)
Guest Book password is eternal.
CHRISTIAN'S ATTENDANTS
Levi
Mericle – Brother and Best Man
Luke Mericle – Brother and Groomsman
Shane Hill – Friend of Bride and
Groomsman
Mitchell Yerby – Cousin of the Bride
and Junior Groomsman
KRISTA'S ATTENDANTS
Amy
Boyd – Sister and Maid-of-honor
Crystal Boyd – Cousin and Bridesmaid
Brandi Willis – Friend and
Bridesmaid
Nikki Boyd – Sister and Junior
Bridesmaid
Hannah Mericle – Future
Sister-in-law and Flower Girl
Rebekah Mericle – Future
Sister-in-law and Flower Girl
THE REHEARSAL
LOCATION
Body of
Christ at Amarillo South Church
DATE & TIME
September 6
6:00
p.m.
ADDRESS
6901 Bell
Street
Amarillo,
Texas 79109
DIRECTIONS
From I-40
West, take the Bell Street exit and turn left at the light. Go down about three
miles until you come to the light at Estacado Road. The church is directly on
the left. From I-40 East, take the Bell Street exit and turn left at the light.
Follow the above directions down Bell.
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION
Please be prompt and we will let you know about dinner details. We’re thinking’ barbeque!
THE CEREMONY
LOCATION
Body of
Christ at Amarillo South Church
TIME
5:00 p.m.
ADDRESS
6901 Bell
Street
Amarillo,
Texas
DIRECTIONS
From I-40
West, take the Bell Street exit and turn left at the light. Go down about three
miles until you come to the light at Estacado Road. The church is directly on
the left. From I-40 East, take the Bell Street exit and turn left at the light.
Follow the above directions down Bell.
THE RECEPTION
LOCATION
Body of Christ at Amarillo South Church
TIME
6:00 p.m.
ADDRESS
6901 Bell
St
Amarillo,
Texas
DIRECTIONS
From I-40
West, take the Bell Street exit and turn left at the light. Go down about three
miles until you come to the light at Estacado Road. The church is directly on
the left. From I-40 East, take the Bell Street exit and turn left at the light.
Follow the above directions down Bell.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
THE ATTIRE
Casual attire.
ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION
All out
of town guests are responsible for their own accommodations.