[The Engagement] [The Wedding] [Notary's reading] [The Vows and Breaking of the Glass]
[Eban's Speech] [Michael's Speech] [Miguel Angel's Music] [Photos]

The Vows

"From this moment, I, Eban Moses Namer, take you, Mercedes Santos Osorio, as my wife, my partner, and my best friend for life. When you need someone to encourage you, I want it to be me. When you need a helping hand, I want it to be mine. When you long for someone to smile at, turn to me. When you have something to share, share it with me. Through the good and bad, I want you to always know that I will be by your side. Through our union we can accomplish more than we could alone. I promise to work at our love and always make you a priority in my life. I want to spend the rest of my life hearing your thoughts and seeing your dreams. With every beat of my heart, I will love you. This is my solemn vow."

"From this moment, I, Mercedes Santos Osorio, take you, Eban Moses Namer, as my husband, my partner, and my best friend for life. When you need someone to encourage you, I want it to be me. When you need a helping hand, I want it to be mine. When you long for someone to smile at, turn to me. When you have something to share, share it with me. Through the good and bad, I want you to always know that I will be by your side. Through our union we can accomplish more than we could alone. I promise to work at our love and always make you a priority in my life. I want to spend the rest of my life hearing your thoughts and seeing your dreams. With every beat of my heart, I will love you. This is my solemn vow."

- Eban Namer, Mercedes Santos

Breaking of the Glass
(Jewish tradition)

"The breaking of the glass at the end of a wedding ceremony serves to remind of two very important aspects of a marriage. The bride and groom - and everyone - should consider these marriage vows as an IRREVOCABLE ACT - just as permanent and final as the breaking of this glass is unchangeable. But the breaking of the glass also is a warning of the FRAILTY of a marriage. That sometimes a single thoughtless act, breech of trust, or infidelity can damage a marriage in ways that are very difficult to undo - just as it would be so difficult to undo the breaking of this glass. Knowing that this marriage is permanent, the bride and groom should strive to show each other the love and respect befitting their spouse and love of their life."