We're Legal!
Mary and I went first thing this morning down to City Hall to apply for our marriage license. It was a little surprising to see so many people there. The office of Vital Records is only open on Saturdays for marriage licenses and ceremonies. Although it wasn't a long line for marriage licenses, there were several couples in front of us when we arrived. I wasn't totally sure what to expect. I knew the basic requirements, but I didn't expect to be asked for my parents' names and places of birth, my occupation, or if I liked green eggs and ham. Ok, so they didn't ask that.
Anyway, the entire process only took about 10 minutes after waiting in line for about 15-20 minutes. Not bad. So, like I said, we're legally allowed to get married! It was also interesting to see several couples and their families dressed up in formal wedding attire to have civil ceremonies as well as a military couple in which the groom was dressed in full uniform. Additionally, there was a freelance photographer standing outside City Hall for the recently married couples that may not have booked one. That's smart business!
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