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I always cry at weddings...but THIS...
...is especially beautiful.75 Unforgettable Moments From Minnesota’s First Day Of Marriage Equality
August 1, 2013. History made. posted on August 1, 2013 at 6:22pm EDT
Matt Stopera BuzzFeed Staff
The festivities began at the city hall in downtown Minneapolis at 10:30 p.m. when the public was allowed in…
1. The five levels filled up with people trying to get the perfect spot for the night’s (well, the morning’s, because the law didn’t take effect until midnight) first weddings.
2. Literally everyone was in a good mood…
3. …even if they got stuck sitting in the stairs.
4. Al & Jeff, the second couple to be married, looked around and waved to friends, families, and those who came to support them.
5. The Minneapolis gay men’s choir sang, and when they finished they all just looked around smiling at all the people who showed up.
6. These guys were overwhelmed by how enthusiastic the applause was for their performance.
7. Margaret and Cathy came out at 11:30 p.m. They were the first same-sex couple married in the state of Minnesota. Their son Louie stole the show.
Follow the link to read the rest of this beautiful photo journal, but if you're anything like me, have your hanky ready.
http://www.buzzfeed.com/mjs538/the-75-most-unforgettable-moments-from-minnesotas-first-day
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You're welcome for the good cry! And welcome to DU, Small Accumulates!
K&R 
..not sure if I can handle the heaving sobs ahead
edit post-link... officially therapeutically devastated & recovering
