Harry's Whisper: Meghan's Wedding Moment

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding was a highly anticipated event that took place on May 19, 2018, at St. George's Chapel in Windsor Castle. The ceremony was a blend of British pageantry and modern touches, reflecting the couple's personalities and backgrounds. One of the most memorable moments was when Harry whispered to Meghan, You look amazing. I missed you as she walked down the aisle. The couple exchanged traditional vows, with Meghan omitting the word obey, and sealed their marriage with a kiss on the steps outside the chapel. The event was attended by a host of famous guests and was celebrated by well-wishers around the world.

Harry's wedding vows to Meghan

Harry and Meghan's wedding vows were traditional and identical. They were the official wedding vows of the Church of England, as the wedding took place in St. George's Chapel, and the royal family are members of the Church of England.

Harry's vows were:

> "I Harry, take you, Meghan, to be my wife, to have and to hold from this day forward; for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death us do part; according to God’s holy law. In the presence of God I make this vow."

Meghan's vows were:

> "I Meghan, take you, Harry, to be my husband, to have and to hold from this day forward; for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death us do part; according to God’s holy law. In the presence of God I make this vow."

The couple also exchanged rings and said:

> "I give you this ring as a sign of our marriage. With my body, I honour you, all that I am I give to you and all that I have I share with you within the love of God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit."

Meghan's wedding vows to Harry

Meghan, I take you, Harry, to be my husband, to have and to hold from this day forward; for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death us do part; according to God’s holy law. In the presence of God, I make this vow.

I give you this ring as a sign of our marriage. With my body, I honour you, all that I am, I give to you, and all that I have, I share with you, within the love of God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Harry, I choose you as my husband. I promise to support and encourage you, to stand by your side through all of life's challenges and triumphs. I promise to love and care for you, and to respect and honour you. I will hold on to you tightly, but I will also give you the freedom to fly. I will forever be your faithful and loyal wife.

I am proud to be your wife, and I will always have your hand to hold, your heart to cherish, your smile to brighten my day, and your love to guide me. I promise to always be there for you, to support you, to hug you, to care for you, and to make you smile. I promise to trust and respect you, to be mindful of your feelings, to support your dreams, and to always make you feel loved.

I promise to love and care for you, in sickness and in health, in good times and in bad, and in happiness and sadness. I promise to love you and the life that we create together. I will be your partner in life, your comfort when you're sad, and your celebration when you're happy. I will love and honour you, and I will always be your number one cheerleader.

Harry's words to Meghan as she arrived at the altar

As Meghan Markle approached the altar, Prince Harry mouthed the words: "You look amazing." Meghan replied with a simple "thank you."

The couple held hands and exchanged smiles throughout the ceremony. Harry appeared emotional as he waited for Meghan to reach his side at the altar.

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, who married the couple, later commented on the strong bond between Harry and Meghan, noting:

> There's profound affection between them which is wonderful and a deep understanding and mutual support...You see in the way they respond to each other, caring for each other, which is something you see in many couples but not always. But it's very evident and that's wonderful.

Harry and Meghan's wedding rings

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding rings were crafted by London's Cleave & Company, the same jewellery house that created Meghan's engagement ring. Breaking with royal tradition, Harry opted for a platinum wedding band with a textured finish, while Meghan's ring was fashioned from a piece of Welsh gold gifted to the bride-to-be by Queen Elizabeth.

The couple's decision to choose a London-based jeweller for their wedding rings was a departure from previous royal couples. For instance, Kate Middleton's wedding band, like Meghan's, was made of Welsh gold, but was crafted by Wartski, a family jewellery business.

Harry's decision to wear a wedding ring was also unusual for a royal man. His older brother, Prince William, chose not to wear a wedding band, and neither do their father, Prince Charles, or grandfather, Prince Philip.

Harry and Meghan's carriage procession through Windsor

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding procession through Windsor began at 1 pm, after the ceremony at St. George's Chapel. The couple travelled in an open-topped Ascot Landau carriage, drawn by six Windsor Grey horses, including a father and son pair, Storm and Tyrone. The procession lasted around 25 minutes, taking the newlyweds through Windsor Town and back to Windsor Castle along the Long Walk.

The carriage procession allowed the public to celebrate with the happy couple, with tens of thousands of fans lining the streets. The route took them from St. George's Chapel, along Castle Hill, down the High Street, through Sheet Street, Kings Road, and Albert Road, and finally back to Windsor Castle via the Long Walk.

The Long Walk, a 2.65-mile tree-lined avenue with the iconic castle in the backdrop, was one of the most picturesque points on the route. Another good viewing spot was Snow Hill, which offered a panoramic view of the Long Walk and the castle, as well as Frogmore House, where the evening reception was held.

The newlyweds were greeted by cheering crowds and waved to well-wishers during the journey. As the carriage returned to Windsor Castle, Meghan exclaimed, "Wow", and Harry quipped, "I'm ready for a drink now."

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