"With the sun setting, there was concern about lighting in the church, since there was no electricity. ... Suddenly Carolyn and Caroline, who served as her matron of honor, showed up for the vows. Carolyn's stepfather whisked her up the steps to the altar, and the service -- after all this intrigue and getting here and waiting -- began immediately, lit by a flashlight and candles. It was spooky and lovely and somehow just right, as an old local black singer started in on 'Amazing Grace.' It happened fast: readings, blessings. Carolyn was stunning, and very stark -- as if the few lights were just for her, with the rest of us in darkness and her betrothed's face leaning into her halo. It was happening! John and Carolyn exchanged vows to the nightfalling accompaniment of horses neighing. One of the world's most sought-after couples was married with forty people as witnesses."
--Wm. Noonan, "Forever Young"