Royal Wedding

I did not see the wedding but I know a lot of people that did. 

Whether you tried to avoid, watch every minute or throw a party for this event this was a happy occation that shut England down.  What a momentous occasion for Will and Kate!  And a few billion of their friends thanks to television and internet coverage.

Prince William and Catherine Middleton sealed their wedding vows with a traditional kiss on the balcony of Buckingham Palace Friday as people in London and around the world roared their approval. I too found myself caught up in the euphoria.

The short peck — and a slightly longer smooch a couple of minutes later — followed a glittering service at Westminster Abbey in which the prince and the newly created Duchess of Cambridge were pronounced husband and wife.

The kisses were followed by a traditional fly-by of vintage and modern planes from Britain's Royal Air Force.  I couldn’t even afford doves at my wedding but I’m not jealous.

About two hours later, the couple surprised crowds gathered outside the palace by emerging in a blue convertible Aston Martin and driving around for a few minutes. The car was decorated with a multicolored ribbon across the hood and dragged what appeared to be tin cans, a traditional British touch. 

William said "I will" in a clear confident voice, when asked if he would "love, comfort, honor and keep" Middleton, 29. She appeared slightly emotional as she repeated her vows.  The prince was spotted winking at his new bride — the first "commoner" to marry a prince in close proximity to the throne in more than 350 years — after they exchanged vows. 

My well wishes are with the new bride and groom and may they live their “Happily Ever After!”