On May 24th, 1997, our daughter Kasia Brooke LaPier married Eric David Taylor aboard the 'Spirit of Boston', a beautiful Boston Harbor Cruise Ship.

Kasia was attended by her Matron of Honor, Mrs. Leona McNeill and two Brides maids, Megan Bates and Laura Blackler. In addition, she had four of the most adorable flower girls anyone could hope for.

Eric was attended by his Best man, Michael Golden and two Groomsmen, Travis Prior and Ian McNeill.

The families were thrilled. David ; my Father; Eric's mother Evelyn and I were all as proud as could be as we prepared for the Ceremony.

The Ceremony itself was held on the top deck . After the Ceremony we all moved down to the next deck where cocktails and hor's d'oeurves were served while the official Wedding photos were taken.

Once the cocktail hour was over, the guests all descended down to the main deck where the actual reception was held while the ship cruised the Boston harbor. The Parents and Bridal party were announced as they descended the gorgeous spiral staircase.

Kasia and Eric had their first dance together as man and wife . The song they chose for this was 'Thank you' by Led Zeplin.

As the Best man, Michael made the toast and the party began in ernest. The food included Roast Beef, Roast Pork, Stuffed Flounder and well..all sorts of great taste treats.

The Wedding Cake was absolutely gorgeous. It was made my a dear friend, Karen Turell, who is also the mother of all the flowergirls. Kasia and Eric cut the cake and then the dancing began! Having our dear friends and family with us to celebrate this wonderful event was a joy that will remain with us always.

The four hour cruise zipped by all too fast. Before we knew it we were pulling into the dock. Kasia tossed her bouquet which was caught by her dear friend Catherine who married the Best man two months later to become Mr. and Mrs. Michael Golden. Twelve months later young Daniel Golden came into the world.

Kasia and Eric honeymooned for two weeks in Jamaica before coming back to Boston and settling in as Man and Wife.

And they lived happily ever after. :-)

Stationery designed by Kathy LaPier - from daughters Wedding Photo

Not that we're counting or anything, but... . (Since 6-01-98) :)