It was the start to a picturesque wedding. A fall breeze, golden sunflowers accenting the decor, an eager group of friends and loved ones gathering to celebrate the couple’s love…. Kind of perfect, really.
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In true romantic fashion, the couple agreed to climb into a small boat and get a couple of photos after their loving nuptials….
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It was smooth sailing…quite literally…as the boat barely left the shoreline. After several beautiful photos, the couple went to gracefully exit the boat, resulting in this…
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Not only does the couple have memories and photos to share with their child…. they also got to share their story with the world….as the groom’s tweet went viral:
Here Are 10 #WeddingFail Videos and Stories That Have Gone Viral (westernjournal.com)
The Best Wedding Fails On The Internet (bridesblush.com)
Moral of the story: Roll with the punches…or the boat. And don’t be afraid to laugh at any blunders. What appears to be a disaster is just a memory in the making (and maybe even a viral internet sensation).