Monica C. Blackwell

Dearly Beloved and Honored Guests,

'm Minister Monica Blackwell, hailing from Albany - your officiant of the hour - and I'm absolutely thrilled to be here with you. We are gathered together here to join Ashanti B Vaughn and Antonial Clyde in the spiritual union of marriage.

This contract is not to be entered into lightly but thoughtfully and seriously, and with a deep realization of its obligations and responsibilities. Please remember that love, loyalty, and understanding are the foundations of a happy and enduring home.

Friends and family, we're here today to celebrate the union of two extraordinary souls. Your presence here adds a special touch to this joyous occasion, as you bear witness to the beautiful promises they exchange. Who knew when you two met at a relatives home nearly 2 years ago-- that we would all be standing here today together for this special occasion. Your story is a most special one and we are all honored to be here Together, they teach us that love can sneak up on you in the most unexpected places, and the keys to a thriving partnership are talking openly and trusting wholeheartedly.

Ashanti B Vaughn and Antonial Clyde will now share their vows.

*(Vows)*

Do you Ashanti B Vaughn take this man Antonial Clyde to be your lawfully wedded partner, to have and to hold, in sickness and in health, in good times and woe, for richer or poorer, keeping yourself unto him for as long as you both shall live?

*(Wait for Confirmation)*

Do you Antonial Clyde take this woman Ashanti B Vaughn to be your lawfully wedded partner, to have and to hold, in sickness and in health, in good times and woe, for richer or poorer, keeping yourself unto her for as long as you both shall live?

*(Wait for Confirmation)*

I'd like to offer a few Words of Wisdom

A good marriage must be created. In marriage the "little" things are the big things.

It is never being too old to hold hands.

It is remembering to say, ”I love you" at least once a day.

It is never going to sleep angry.

It is standing together and facing the world.

It is speaking words of appreciation, and demonstrating gratitude in thoughtful ways.

It is having the capacity to not only forgive but forget.

It is giving each other an atmosphere that you can both prosper and grow.

It is not only marrying the right person -- it is being the right partner

Many couples tend to think of marriage as a 50/50 proposition. Actually, the best relationships are 90/10. If you both give 90 percent and take only 10 percent, you too can enjoy a long happy life together as one.

Ashanti B Vaughn and Antonial Clyde will now exchange rings as a symbol of their love and commitment.

*(Ring Exchange)*

📜 **The Rings Symbolize Love**

As you exchange these rings, remember they symbolize your eternal love. May they remind you of your promises and the unbreakable bond you share. Wear them with pride, knowing they represent your enduring love. 💍💖

**Officiant:** Antonial, as you place the ring on Ashanti's finger, please repeat after me:

**Antonial:** With this ring, I thee wed. You are the love of my life, and you are my very best friend. I promise to give you all that I am, all that I have, and all that I will be.

**Officiant:** Ashanti, as you place the ring on Antonial's finger, please repeat after me:

**Ashanti:** With this ring, I thee wed. You are the love of my life, and you are my very best friend. I promise to give you all that I am, all that I have, and all that I will be.

By the authority vested in me by American Marriage Ministries and the State of Georgia I now pronounce you Mr and Mrs. Antonial Clyde.. Antonial you may kiss your bride!

Presenting to you for the first time as husband and wife Antonial and Ashanti Clyde