Anne's musings

Greetings, Elizabeth! I hope you are feeling our virtual presence as you enjoy your shower. I’m looking forward to the celebration in just a couple of weeks.

This written format is a challenge for scientifically-minded, non-married, unemotional (ha) types like myself. However, I can say that it brings me great joy that you and Garrett have found each other. Obviously you enrich each other’s lives, and together you have enriched mine.

(end of sentimentality)

Here are a few concrete reminders of what you are gaining by taking Garrett as a life partner. One, when traveling together, you will always have someone to watch your carryon luggage when you need to visit a bathroom. (The value of this cannot be overstated.) Two, when you are so under the weather that you can barely drag yourself home from work, hopefully Garrett will always be available and willing to run out to the store to buy you some cold medication. Or maybe your household will be better stocked than mine in the first place. Three, you will have a captive audience to listen to any funny (or scary) dreams you have.

Finally, I’ll share an excerpt I like from the majority opinion in “Goodridge vs Department of Health,” written by Massachusetts Supreme Court Chief Justice Margaret H. Marshall:

“Civil marriage is at once a deeply personal commitment to another human being and a highly public celebration of the ideals of mutuality, companionship, intimacy, fidelity, and family.... Because it fulfils yearnings for security, safe haven, and connection that express our common humanity, civil marriage is an esteemed institution, and the decision whether and whom to marry is among life's momentous acts of self-definition.”


All the best,

Anne