Clinton Wedding

[elleng]

At 7:23 p.m. came an announcement from the family via e-mail: Ms. Clinton was now married to Marc Mezvinsky.

“Today, we watched with great pride and overwhelming emotion as Chelsea and Marc wed in a beautiful ceremony at Astor Courts, surrounded by family and their close friends,” the Clintons said in a statement. “We could not have asked for a more perfect day to celebrate the beginning of their life together, and we are so happy to welcome Marc into our family.”

President and Mrs. Clinton, the secretary of state, also thanked Rhinebeck for its welcome and good wishes.

Ms. Clinton, 30, wore a gown designed by Vera Wang, who caused a commotion of her own when she showed up in town on Saturday. The mother of the bride wore Oscar de la Renta.

The interfaith ceremony was conducted by Rabbi James Ponet and the Reverend William Shillady. Ms. Clinton is Methodist, and Mr. Mezvinsky is Jewish.

It included elements from both traditions: friends and family reading the Seven Blessings, which are typically recited at traditional Jewish weddings following the vows and exchange of rings.

A friend of the couple read the poem “The Life That I Have” by Leo Marks.

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/08/01/nyregion/01chelsea.html?_r=1&hp

[Not Me]

1. I was pondering the juxtaposition

Chelsea Clinton and Bristol Palin. It speaks volumes.

[AnnieBW]

2. Mazel Tov!

May they have a long and happy life together!

[Booster]

3. I wish them well. It ain't gonna be easy, but Chelsea is a smart

kid and I think she'll handle this just fine.

[malaise]

4. Keep watching this spot for photos

They usually get them quickly

http://www.daylife.com/photo/09Z343O2j8feE?q=photos

[elleng]

5. But media held off! I don't expect any (except guests leaving!)