JK Wedding Entrance Dance Video

I was on Facebook this morning, checking in with some of my staff from camp, answering last minute questions, etc, etc. This video link came up with a recommendation from a friend to watch it. I thought it was one of those funny wedding first dance videos. But alas, it is the procession into the church.

I was surprised how emotional a reaction I had to it. I was smiling and laughing as the friends danced their way down. I love how they obviously devoted a lot of practice to getting the timing exactly right, including the entire slow motion segment. I think about the friends who are obviously a little awkward and uncomfortable, definitely not the strongest dancers but still shimmy their way down the aisle.

But the emotions came when they start coming down the aisle as a group, part for the groom and he somersaults down. Then as they proceed together they are lifting their hands and celebrating. The entrance of the bride, her joyous solo dance to meet her soon to be husband made me cry. And as he meets her and they slow, savoring a moment as they begin to approach the minister.

Some may say it is a very somber serious moment ruined by these folks. But I am moved, touched and uplifted by people so obviously excited, overjoyed and happy to be entering into marriage. Blessings to them!