Next, Stephen shared his vows
with Kathleen, and Kathleen shared hers with
Stephen. Finally they exchanged rings, completing their pledge to each
other.The wedding took place at 3:00 P.M. on St. Patrick's Day, appropriately enough for the bride and groom of Irish descent. The wedding site was the Deschutes River Ranch clubhouse, situated on a cliff overlooking the beautiful Deschutes River.
After a brief introduction from the pastor, Kathleen's friend Penny read Sonnet XVII by Pablo Neruda. Stephen's brother Michael then read the five precepts.
Next, Stephen shared his vows
with Kathleen, and Kathleen shared hers with
Stephen. Finally they exchanged rings, completing their pledge to each
other.