Opportunities – that’s what it’s all about!

LaWanda and Page are two women from the heart of Tennessee.  They had a dream – for LaWanda 30 years in the making – and they made it happen.

They first contacted us in March – and never returned my call.  Then one day in late May – I got a text saying that they could not do it.    Who knew I was going to be taken on the adventure of my life?  I’m so lucky.  With very little money – LaWanda and Page decided to travel to DC to make their dream a reality.  They hired us to take care of all the logistical details.  We answered questions, responded to their needs, found and booked a venue, hired a photographer, helped with scheduling and travel.  You know what?  It’s hard getting around DC if you are unfamiliar with the layout.

From the first time I met them, I knew they were special.  LaWanda had been married 3 times – and remained unhappy for decades.  Her last husband loved her so much, that he put her feelings into words – brought her out of the closet – and the rest is history.

LaWanda spent the whole day readying herself for her special moment.  The colors were yellow blue and red – for Page who was a lover of Donald Duck.  She sewed beads on her dress and placed colored rings in her bouquet.

The ceremony took place at the WWI Memorial – the significance to Page was astounding.  After the ceremony, they took pictures on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial to cheers or joy and congratulations from onlookers.

It was so cool.

Just looking at the video warms my heart.

LaWanda and Page said that they would like me to share their video and pictures with the world.  They felt it was important to share their love with all of you because they felt that DC was making incredible strides towards equality.

So here world (or the small part of the world that reads this blog) is Denise (everyone calls her by her last name – Page)  and LaWanda’s magical day (edited).

This is what Washington DC is about.  These two women!

Congratulations LaWanda and Page!

Tags: lgbt, Same-Sex Weddings

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