Hey guys! Here is the last chapter, I hope you enjoy. Thanks for joining me on this journey and check out my new series of one-shots called "Luke and Lorelai: A Playlist" and I will update as often as possible. Thanks guys!

By January 9th, the whole town was in full wedding mode. The ceremony itself would take place in the town square, and the reception was to take place in Patty's dance studio which was being transformed into the perfect location. Sookie was planning the food (with input from Luke), Lane's band was playing for half the night and Kirk would DJ the other half. Everything was going perfectly...except for the fact that it was currently 58 degrees out with no sign of snow in the horizon. This very fact seemed to phase everyone except for Lorelai Gilmore who had a permanent smile plastered on her face as they prepared for the wedding.

"Mom...I know you were really set on snow...but I think you need to accept that-" Rory started.

Lorelai put her hand up, "Rory...I'm telling you it will snow tomorrow."

"How can it possibly snow?" Rory said with a sigh, "It's so warm outside I don't need a coat. Yesterday before they started setting up for the ceremony, there were kids playing frisbee on the lawn near the gazebo. One of them had shorts on!"

Lorelai turned and smiled at Rory. "Rory...it is going to snow tomorrow."

"But Mom!" Rory said with frustration, "You can't let it ruin your wedding if it doesn't."

Lorelai shrugged, "It won't ruin the wedding because it will snow." She turned towards the table full of favors for the guests. "Now, I need you to run these down to Miss Patty's. She knows what to do with them. I am going to do a last minute dress fitting with Sookie and then we can get ready for the rehersal dinner tonight at the Dragonfly."

"Mom…" Rory said staring at her curiously.

Lorelai sighed and tapped her daughter's nose, "You should know by now that I always get what I want kid."

Rory laughed, shook her head and grabbed the boxes on the table. "I'll meet you at the Dragonfly in an hour."

Lorelai watched her go, "Sounds good."

She watched her leave and smiled when she heard the back door open to reveal Luke walking in from outside. "Man it's warm out there…"

Lorelai rolle her eyes, "Oh don't you start too…"

Luke frowned and walked over to her, "I just...I want it to be the perfect wedding for you and I'm worried that-"

Lorelai put a hand over his mouth, "It is going to snow Luke Danes. Trust me."

Luke sighed, "I should know better than to argue with you on this…"

Lorelai smiled triumphantly and patted his head, "Good boy. Are you going to pick up April now?"

Luke nodded, "I just need to grab my keys, then we will go straight to the Dragonfly and get ready there. I already had Jess bring over all my stuff."

Lorelai nodded, "Great. I am heading to Sookie's really quick and then I will be there myself. My parents should have checked in by now, Michel was going to get them set up in there room."

Luke nodded, "Alright the." He paused and looked around the room, "You know…" He smirked and stared at the clock, "This time tomorrow we will be getting ready for the actual wedding…"

Lorelai glanced at the clock too, "You are quite right Mr. Danes…"

He smiled and wrapped his arms around her waist, "Does it feel weird? Knowing that after tomorrow you're going to have a husband?"

She smiled at him as she wrapped her arms around his neck, "Not really. I mean it's weird to think I won't be a Gilmore anymore...at least not legally. But it's nice to know you will be my husband...this is what I want."

Luke smiled and leaned down to kiss her, "Good. Because this is all I've ever wanted."

Lorelai leaned further into his kiss, "You're finally making an honest woman out of me…"

Luke chuckled, "Finally…"

Lorelai smiled and glanced down at her stomach between them, "I still haven't told Rory...I know the Doctor said everything is fine. But...maybe we should wait until we get back from our honeymoon?"

Luke shrugged, "We can do it whenever you want."

Lorelai nodded, "Okay. But...people might notice tomorrow when I'm not drinking…"

Luke smiled, "So give it to me and I'll drink it for you just like I did on New Year's Eve."

"Aw...you'd sacrifice your own liver for me and the baby?" She teased as she ran her hands through the curls at the back of his head.

Luke chuckled but then smiled at her seriously, "I'd sacrifice everything and anything for you both. I hope you know that."

She smiled and leaned up on her tiptoes to kiss him gently, "I know." She breathed him in for a mother moment, "But...you should go. April is waiting."

Luke nodded and kissed her forehead, "I'll see you in a bit."

Lorelai smiled and watched him grab his keys on the counter, "Bye babe."

He winked and opened the back door again, only to pause before turning back to her with a nervous glance. "Just for my own sanity...you'll still marry me if there is no snow right?"

Lorelai's heart ached for a moment and she walked over to him, gave his hands a reassuring squeeze and smiled, "You can't get rid of me now Burger Boy."

Luke let out a little breath and smiled, "Okay…"

"Love you." She mumbled against his lips, "Snow or no snow...we're getting hitched." She pulled away, "But it will snow."

Luke chuckled, "I love you too crazy lady…" He winked again and then disappeared out of the kitchen.

Lorelai watched him pull out of the driveway and then smiled down at her belly. She placed a hand on her stomach and sighed happily, "You're Daddy and I love you peanut…"

Back at Anna's, Luke walked up to the front door and knocked. Anna knew about the wedding of course, and had been gracious about it. They had learned to begin to talk more and figure out the best schedule for April. But of course, there was part of him knew that it was awkward that he was picking up his daughter for his upcoming wedding to a woman that was not her Mother.

Anna opened the door and smiled, "Hey."

Luke nodded, "Hey. Sorry I'm a little late. Traffic was heavier than expected."

Anna shook her head, "No problem. People are probably just out trying to take advantage of this nice weather we are having."

Luke nodded, "Probably…"

Anna smiled, "So...all ready for the big day tomorrow?"

Luke swallowed hard, "Oh...uh yeah. Everything is all set up. Just have to actually get through the ceremony."

Anna nodded, "April's dress is beautiful. She looked so grown up in it when she showed me. It means a lot to her that you guys asked her to be a part of it."

Luke smiled, "Well we wanted her to feel included. It was very important to us."

Anna nodded and leaned against the door frame, they were silent for a moment before she spoke again. "I was wrong to keep April from you…"

Luke fidgeted where he stood, "Anna…"

She shook her head, "No. I was wrong Luke...you have been so good with her. And...you've proved that you want to be in her life. I feel terrible that I ever doubted you…"

Luke sighed, "Well...when we were together I didn't talk about children in the best possible light. You were just doing what you thought was right…"

Anna swallowed hard, "I guess. But she still deserved a father growing up...and you deserved to get to know her if you wanted too."

Luke nodded, "I do want to get to know her."

Anna took a deep breath, "I can't change what I did...but...I'm really glad that she has you now. She's been so happy lately…" She looked down, "And she seems to really like Lorelai and Rory…"

Luke smiled, "They adore her."

Anna looked back up, "Good. I'm glad." She smiled, "Well...congratulations on the wedding. I hear it's been a long time coming…"

Luke smiled, "It has…"

April bounded down the stairs and smiled, "Hey! I'm all ready."

Luke turned towards her and smiled, "Great. We are going to meet everyone at the Dragonfly and get ready there since the rehearsal dinner is there."

April nodded, "Sounds good." She turned to her Mom, "I'll see you Sunday night Mom. Love you."

Anna squeezed her extra tight, "I love you too kiddo. Have fun."

"I will!" She smiled and ran past Luke to throw her stuff in the car.

Luke watched her and then turned back to Anna, "So...I'll see you Sunday."

Anna nodded, "I'll be here. Enjoy your wedding…and…" She cleared her throat, "Tell Lorelai I said congratulations...she snagged a hell of a guy."

Luke blushed slightly, "I'll tell her you said that. Thanks Anna."

She smiled and gave him a small wave before shutting the door. Luke smiled, turned around and made his way back to the truck to get the weekend started.

That night, they had done a quick run through of the ceremony and were now gathered in the Dragonfly Dining room for a special dinner with all the people in the wedding party and a few extra special guests. Lorelai, Luke, Rory and April were all sitting at one table with all their friends and family gathered around them.

April smiled and tapped her glass a little causing everyone to stop and stare at her, "Um...if it's okay with everyone...I'd like to say something really quick."

Lorelai grabbed Luke's hand and gave it a squeeze as the stared up at her. April's cheeks flushed as everyone's gaze stayed on her.

She cleared her throat a little, "I uh...I know I haven't known all of you that long." She turned towards Luke, Lorelai and Rory and smiled, "Or even my new family…" She paused, "But...I just wanted to say thank you to everyone for making me feel so comfortable here." She paused again and stared at her Dad, "I'm sure my Dad had no idea that any of this was going to happen...and never expected a kid to run into his Diner and yank hair out of his head to do a DNA test." Everyone laughed, "And to be honest...I almost didn't go through with the whole process. I was scared...I didn't know who I was going to find…" She paused and looked at Luke again, "But...I'm really glad I did go through with it because I found out I have a really awesome Dad. And he has an amazing family...and I'm really lucky that I get to know you all now. So it doesn't matter that we may have missed time in the past...because the future is already looking so great. So...I just want to say...congratulations to my Dad and my almost Step-Mother Lorelai...and thank you both for being so open to getting to know me. I love you both."

Everyone clapped and Luke stood up and pulled her in for a tight hug, "Wow kid...wasn't' expecting that…"

April smiled as she pulled away, "Hope it wasn't too much...I just…"

Luke shook his head, "It was perfect. And for the record...I'm so glad you yanked my hair out when you did."

They both laughed, "Good to know."

Lorelai smiled and pulled her in for a hug, "We love you sweetie."

April held her tight, "Thank you Lorelai...for everything."

She shook her head, "Nothing to thank me for...you were meant to be a part of this family."

April's eyes welled up a little and only was able to nod before she sat down again. Everyone went back to dinner and chatted about the day to come. And when it was finally time to wrap up the party, everyone began to filter off to their respective rooms. Most of the wedding party was staying at the Inn, including Lorelai and Rory. Luke however was going back to the house with April and was even staying with Liz, TJ and Jess there.

Lorelai was saying goodnight to her parents and watched them leave as Luke walked up to her and spun her around. "Hey…" She whispered as she instinctively wrapped her arms around his neck. "Wanted a last kiss from Lorelai Gilmore?" She teased.

Luke chuckled and kissed her softly, "Something like that…"

She took a deep breath and ran her fingers through his hair, "You ready to be stuck with me forever? Coffee addiction, junk food loving, movie fanatic, loud-mouth me?"

He laughed again, "Definitely." He nudged her hip, "What about you? Ready to be stuck with a monosyllabic, grumpy Diner own, flannel wearing, loner forever?"

She smiled, "Well...you just proved you are not monosyllabic. The Diner owner part is true...grumpy sometimes...especially when we fight and you don't get laid." He laughed, "Flannel wearing...that will always be true and I will always love that about you. And as for the loner part…" She shrugged, "After tomorrow...neither one of us will ever be alone again."

Luke smiled and leaned down to kiss her, "Thank God for that…"

She sighed happily and closed her eyes as he rested his forehead against hers, "This is all really happening…"

He swayed her back and forth, "Yes. It is."

She smirked and opened her eyes to smile up at him, "It's about damn time…"

Luke laughed, "I couldn't agree more…"

She leaned up to kiss him and placed a gently hand over his heart, "See you tomorrow?"

Luke smiled, "Wouldn't miss it for the world."

She winked and kissed him once more before backing away, "Love you Burger Boy…"

He nodded, "Love you crazy lady…"

He watched her walk up the stairs and then took a deep breath. It was hard to believe it was finally happening...but it was. And he was damn glad about that.

The following morning, Lorelai woke up slowly and rolled out of bed with a smile plastered on her face. Rory and her had shared a room together and her daughter was still fast asleep. Lorelai stretched, glanced around the room and then walked slowly towards the window. She pulled the blinds back and her smile stretched even further across her face.

"Hello friend." She giggled as she saw the snow piled up already on the ground and continuing to come down from the sky. "I knew I could count on you!"

Rory woke up and sat up as soon as she looked out the window, "I don't believe it…"

Lorelai giggled and turned towards her, "You should know by now that Mommy always gets what she wants."

Rory laughed, "I guess this proves it."

Lorelai couldn't stand the excitement, she squealed excitedly and ran to the bed before she jumped up on it and shouted, "I'm getting married today!"

Rory laughed and climbed out of bed, "Well we might as well start getting ready seeing as you just woke up every person staying here…"

Lorelai giggled, "You love me."

Rory smiled, "Sure do Mom."

Lorelai giggled again and continued to jump on the bed chanting "I'm getting married! I'm getting married!" At the top of her lungs. Rory only laughed and started to prepare for the day.

At the house, Luke was just waking up too and smiled at Paul Anka who was sitting at the foot of the bed as if he knew what today was.

Luke threw the covers off of himself, patted Paul Anka on the head and yawned. He took two steps towards the window, smiled at the snow, turned back to Paul Anka and then did a double take. "No way…" He whispered in disbelief.

As if on cue, the phone rang and he blindly reached for it. "Hello?"

"Told you it would snow. See you at the alter Burger boy. I love you!" He heard hear blow a kiss into the phone before hanging up.

He could only laugh as he placed the phone down again, "Man I love that woman…"

Back in town, the residents of Stars Hollow were making quick work of all the snow. They cleared all the roads and paths so that the wedding could go on as planned. Patty and Babette were putting last minute touches on everything in the dance studio for the reception. Taylor was busy directing people where to put the chairs and heating lamps for the ceremony. Everyone was busy, but they were excited. The wedding they had ALL been waiting for was finally happening.

At the Inn, all the bridesmaids were gathered in the bridal suite getting ready. Sookie came in with a tray of snacks and mimosas for everyone. Rory smiled, grabbed two champagne flutes and walked over to her mother who was standing in the bathroom applying her make up.

"Here." Rory said handing her the glass.

Lorelai tensed, "Oh...thanks."

Rory smiled, "Don't worry...yours is just orange juice. I poured it myself."

Lorelai's face flushed, "What?"

Rory smiled, leaned back and closed the bathroom door slightly so they could have a moment alone. "You're pregnant."

Lorelai's mouth dropped open, "How did you know?"

Rory smiled, "On New Year's Luke got incredibly drunk...and that isn't like him. So I am assuming that he was sneaking your drinks plus his own. Not to mention the fact that I've caught you about a million times rubbing your belly with this glowing smile plastered on your face."

Lorelai couldn't help but laugh, "Well good detective skills Nancy Drew…"

Rory shrugged, "Your secret is safe with me until you are ready to share the amazing news with everyone."

Lorelai put the glass down on the sink and stared at her daughter, "You know that no matter what...nothing changes you and me, right? This baby will never replace you...no one ever could. You were my first love Rory. The best thing I ever did. You will always be my best friend. And I will always be your Mom. Nothing and no one can change that."

Rory swallowed the lump in her throat, "I do know that. And I don't want you to be nervous about it. Yes...things are changing." She shrugged, "But it's not a bad thing. You have always put me first...and now it's your chance to find your own happiness. With Luke…" She placed a hand on her mother's stomach, "And this little one…"

Lorelai took a shaky breath and pulled her in for a tight hug, "God I love you kid."

Rory held her back, "I love you too Mom."

She pulled back just enough to cup her daughter's face in her hands, "I meant it...when I said you were the best thing that ever happened to me. You saved me Rory...you gave me a reason to live. I don't know where I would be without you."

Rory wiped Lorelai's tears away, "Hey...don't ruin your make up now. We can't be late for the ceremony. Don't want to make Luke sweat."

Lorelai laughed and pulled away as she wiped under her eyes, "By the end of the day I'll probably have cried a damn new lake for the town. Between the excitement of the day and the hormones...I have no chance."

Rory smiled, "Well I'll make sure to be by you at all times with lots of tissues. And I'll make sure your glass is always full of only sparking cider."

Lorelai turned back towards her, "Man...you make a good maid of honor."

Rory shrugged, "I take my duties very seriously." She primped her hair a little and smiled, "Now come on...T-one hour until wedding time!"

Lorelai squealed excitedly and turned back to the mirror to finish her makeup.

Luke was standing in the bedroom trying to figure out how to tie his tie when there was a slight knock on the door. He rolled his eyes before calling out, "I already told you I'm not trying the air pants TJ!"

The door creaked open, "Not TJ. But I am interested in knowing what airpants are."

Luke spun around and his face lit up when he saw Mia standing by the door, "Mia! What are you doing here?" He walked over to her and pulled her in for a hug, "We thought you weren't coming. You were supposed to be going away."

Mia shook her head, "The more I thought about it...I realized I couldn't miss this!"

Luke beamed at her "Does Lorelai know you are here? She is going to be so happy. She wouldn't admit it, but I could tell it was killing her that you weren't going to be here."

"I haven't seen her yet. I was going to head to the Inn after I saw you. I wanted to surprise you first...I have something for you." She said reaching into her bag.

Luke stared at her for a moment, "What is it?"

Mia smiled and pulled out a box, "Last time I talked to Lorelai she said you guys couldn't decide on wedding bands…"

Luke shook his head, "No. We couldn't find anything that matched her engagement ring perfectly. We eventually just picked some gold ones, figured we'd find the right ones later."

Mia nodded and opened a small black box, "Well...I think these might match perfectly."

Luke stared down at the rings in the box, "Those...those are my parents rings."

Mia nodded, "When your Dad got sick...he asked me to come by one afternoon. And he gave them to me...asked me to give them to you when the time was right."

Luke took the box from her, "He did?"

Mia nodded again and watched him stare at the rings in disbelief, "They loved you Luke. And even though they aren't here physically...they are still with you." She reached a hand up and placed it over his heart "Right here…"

Luke cleared his throat, "I know…"

She smiled and pulled her hand away, "I had your Mom's resized to fit Lorelai's finger. Wasn't sure about yours...but I have a feeling you are quite built like your Dad was."

Luke smiled, "Mia...this means the world to me."

Mia smiled, leaned up and kissed his cheek, "Be happy Luke. That's all they ever wanted for you. All any of us wanted for you."

Luke beamed down at her, "Well Lorelai makes me happy…"

"Good." She said giving his arm a squeeze, "Want me to bring the ring to Lorelai?"

Luke nodded and slipped Lorelai's band in his breast pocket, "Please." He handed the box back to Mia, "You know we wouldn't be here without you...thanks for pushing us back together. Having a place for Lorelai to go to feel safe…"

Mia shook her head, "I didn't do anything. You would have found your way here eventually with or without me. This is right Luke. You two together...it's right."

Luke nodded, "It is."

She smiled, kissed his cheek once more, "Almost time. I should run these over to Lorelai before she leaves. I'll see you later Lucas."

Luke smiled at her, "See you later Mia."

He watched her slip out of the room before he turned back towards his bed, he smiled at Paul Anka who was sitting on the bed wagging his tail. Taking a deep breath, he looked down at his watch, in just 45 minutes Lorelai would become his wife.

At the Inn, the bridesmaids had gone downstairs to prepare to leave. Only Emily, Richard, Rory and Lorelai were left in the dressing room putting on finishing touches.

"So you think I look okay?" Lorelai asked nervously glancing in the mirror, "I mean maybe I should have bought a dress. I'm not a designer I-"

"Lorelai you look beautiful." Richard said beaming at her, "The perfect bride."

Rory smiled, "Yeah Mom. Luke is going to die when he sees you. But let's be honest...you could be wearing your coffee cup pajamas to the ceremony and the man would still marry you."

Lorelai smiled, "You think?"

Rory nodded, "I know."

There was a knock on the door and Mia poked her head in, "Am I interrupting?"

"Mia?" Lorelai exclaimed happily, "How? What? I...I thought you couldn't come!"

Mia walked further into the room, "I realized I couldn't miss this. So I rescheduled my trip. Flew in late last night and stayed with Patty."

Lorelai pulled her in for a hug, "I'm so glad you are here!"

Mia pulled away, "Me too."

Richard and Emily stood to the side and watch the exchange between their daughter and the woman who had taken her in all those years ago. Lorelai swallowed hard and turned towards them. "Mia...these are my parents. Richard and Emily Gilmore…"

Mia smiled at them, "I am glad we are finally getting the chance to meet."

Richard swallowed hard, "Thank you. For taking care of our little girl."

Emily walked over to her and hugged her tightly. She didn't say anything, just embraced her and let her emotions speak for her. Mia held her back and waited for Emily to pull away when she was ready.

When she did, Emily cleared her throat, "Well...we should head out. Let you have a minute alone."

Mia put her hand up, "Oh no. I just wanted to say hi and give something quick to Lorelai." She pulled the box out of her bag again and held it out to her, "This was Luke's father's wedding band. I gave him his mothers...since you have her engagement ring I thought it was only fitting. William gave them to me when he was sick and asked me to hand them off to Luke when he met the right woman."

Lorelai swallowed hard, "Oh Mia…"

"You said you couldn't find the right rings...and I think these are them." Mia said with a shrug.

"Oh this means so much to me. And to Luke...I know…" She was overcome with tears and pulled her in for a hug, "Thank you."

Mia pulled away and reached for Rory, "Want to give me a quick tour before we leave?"

Rory smiled knowing that her Mother needed a moment with her grandparents. "Sure. We'll meet you outside." She said leaning in to kiss her mother's cheek.

Lorelai watched them leave and then turned back to her parents who both had tears shining in their eyes, "So...these are my last few minutes as a Gilmore. At least legally...I suppose I'll always be a Gilmore deep down. I am who I am, right? You don't change that much when you get married except you are part of a team...Luke and I will be a team. We will make decisions together but I'm still me. So that means I'm still a Gilmore and-"

"Lorelai." Richard said in an even voice to cut her off.

Lorelai swallowed hard, "Yes?"

"I haven't always said the right thing...done the right thing…" He cleared his throat. "But I want you to know…"

Lorelai shook her head, "Dad you don't have too-"

He put his hand up to stop her, "I am proud to be your father Lorelai. Incredibly proud. You are a hell of a woman...you never give up...you've done so much for so many." He paused and cleared his throat to keep from crying, "I'm sorry I ever doubted you."

Lorelai glanced down nervously and tried to keep from crying, "Thank you Dad…" She looked up at him and took a deep breath, "That means more to me than you could possibly know…"

Richard smiled and leaned forward to kiss her forehead, he glanced at his wife and then back at Lorelai. "I will wait for you downstairs."

Lorelai watched him leave and then glanced at her Mom, "Mom…"

"I went to see Mia...years ago. I asked her to send me pictures of you...and of Rory. From all those years that I missed." Emily said staring directly at her daughter.

Lorelai whimpered softly, "Mom...I didn't-"

"We pushed you away. We tried to force you to be something that you weren't. And I…" Emily stepped towards her, "I should have seen how amazing you really are. What you have been able to do with Rory...you were so young...you had nothing...and you two are so close." Emily inhaled sharply, "And I missed that with you…"

Lorelai reached her hand out, "We can have that now…"

Emily glanced up at her, "We can?"

Lorelai nodded slowly, "Yes. We just...have to stop fighting so much." She said with a laugh. "We need to accept each other for who we are."

Emily smiled, "Are you happy?"

Lorelai's smile widened and she nodded, "Very happy Mom. Luke is the one...he's always been the one."

Emily walked all the way up to her and pulled her into her arms, "That is all I have ever wanted for you."

Lorelai held her close, "I'm really glad you're here Mom. I can't imagine this day without you."

Emily pulled away and wiped at her tears, "I wouldn't miss it for the world."

Lorelai swallowed hard, "I know...it's technically not traditional. But…" Lorelai laughed and shrugged, "Us Gilmore never do anything really conventionally...would you walk me down the aisle with Dad?"

Emily took a deep breath, "Really?"

Lorelai nodded, "Really."

Emily smiled, "Well alright…"

Lorelai smiled and linked her arm with her Mother, "Well then let's go get me married…"

Emily gave her arm a squeeze and let her lead her out of the room and down the hallway. They met the rest of the bridesmaids downstairs, walked to the limos and drove from the inn to the town square. Lorelai could see all the guests settling into their seats in the square. She could see Luke and his groomsman waiting, Luke standing directly under the chuppah just like she had requested.

She took a deep breath, smiled at Liz, April and Sookie as the got out of the limo. The music started softly and Rory turned to her Mom, "This is it…"

Lorelai nodded quickly, "Yes it is…"

"Snow's falling...Luke's standing under the chuppah...all your friends and family are watching." Rory said with a glowing smile, "Perfect moment, right?"

"Totally perfect." Lorelai said pulling her in for a hug, "I love you kid."

Rory hugged her back just as tight and kissed her cheek, "Love you too Mom." She pulled away, winked and got out of the limo to make her way down the aisle.

Richard opened the door, helped Emily and then Lorelai out. Lorelai pulled at her dress and Emily gave her hand a squeeze to let her know she looked perfect. She looped her arm around Lorelai's right and Luke looked his around her left and they walked around the limo towards the ceremony.

Lorelai's eyes were on the path ahead of her, her heart was pounding in her chest and everything seemed to be moving in slow motion. She heard the murmurs of delight of her friends and family who stood to watch her come down the aisle. Once she felt her father squeeze her arm gently, she glanced up and dared to look directly at Luke.

As she did, the world around her seemed to stop. Everything else was a blur, and all she saw was him, standing there in the snow, under that beautiful chuppah and smiling right at her. There he was...standing there...waiting to marry HER. He was going to be hers forever.

When Luke finally saw her step around the limo, he felt his knees begin to shake. She always looked beautiful, there was never a doubt in that. But walking towards him in that gown, with the snow falling gently around her, her engagement ring, and the sapphire on her fingers, he felt like he might die of happiness. She was about to be his. After all those years of waiting, after all those years of dreaming...it was finally becoming a reality. They were getting married.

At the end of the aisle, Reverend Skinner asked who gave Lorelai away to this man. Luke watched as Emily and Richard both hugged her, and Richard shook Luke's hand. Lorelai stepped up, took Luke's hand and let him lead her to their spot under the chuppah.

He smiled at her and whispered out of the corner of his mouth, "Think Gilbert approves?"

Lorelai glanced over her shoulder and giggled at the carved wooden goat, "I think he's been waiting for this just as long as us…"

Luke winked and squeezed her hand as they turned to the Reverand to begin the ceremony. Throughout the entire thing, there were small glances to one another. Gentle touches on each others arms and as they faced one another to say their vows...the rest of the world melted away around them. They promised to love, honor and cherish one another for better or worse, in sickness and health as long as they both lived. They exchanged rings, his parents rings which fit perfectly and in that moment Luke knew that his parents were right there with him and had brought Lorelai to him all those years ago.

Luke couldn't help but laugh when he saw her standing in front of him fidgeting slightly. Anyone else would think that she may have just been cold in the winter weather, he knew she was anxious for the moment where they could seal the deal. And truth be told...so was he.

So when Reverend Skinner pronounced them husband and wife and told Luke he could kiss his bride...he wasted no time. Luke took her hands, pulled her flush against his body and pressed her against his chest. Their lips crashed together as their friends and family cheered around them. He held her as close as he possibly could as he melted into her kiss. And he only pulled away when he felt her giggling against his lips.

He pulled away just enough to see her smile up at him and laugh as she threw her head back as the snowflakes fell around her face. "Lorelai…"

She pulled her head down again and cupped his face and exclaimed, "I love you."

Luke smiled, kissed her again and whispered against her lips, "Good. Because I love you too."

She giggled again and then pulled his hand to turn towards their friends and family. She raised his hand in hers triumphantly as if to say "We finally did it!" Which only made them cheer more. They walked down the aisle together, with their friends and family following in suit so they could make it to the dance studio to warm up. Lane and the rest of the band had run across the street to be able to be ready to play when Luke and Lorelai walked in.

They all gathered into the studio as Luke pulled Lorelai onto the dance floor. "We're married…" Lorelai whispered.

Luke pulled her flush against him, and rested his left hand in the small of her back as Zach began singing "Crazy Love" and their friends took their places around them. "It's about damn time…"

Lorelai beamed up at him, "No backing out now…it's legal and binding baby. No taking it back. No changing your mind. No-"

Luke cut her off with a kiss, "I will never change my mind."

She smiled and rested her forehead against his, "Thank God…"

Luke pulled her even closer and spun her around the dance floor among their friends and family. When the song finally came to an end, the turned to their family who cheered for them again. They walked over to Rory and April who were standing by waiting patiently.

"You did it." Rory said wrapping her arms around them both, "You do know this is the longest I have ever had to wait for a birthday wish!"

Lorelai pulled away, "What are you talking about?"

Rory smiled, "When I was 12...I wished that you two would get married so we could be a family. And now we are."

Luke swallowed hard, "Rory…"

Rory looked over and wrapped her arm around her now step-sister. "We are all a family."

Lorelai beamed at her daughter and felt Luke wrap an arm around her before placing a gentle hand on the top of her head. They were soon surrounded by more family and friends who wanted to congratulate them and take pictures. It was almost an hour later before they were able to settle into their seats. Luke and Lorelai had their own small table and were chatting quietly, heads close together as Rory walked over and bent down behind them.

"Sorry to interrupt." Rory said with a smirk, "But I thought you might want me to swap your glass out with some sparkling cider."

Luke's eyes widened, "You told her?"

Lorelai laughed, "All those years of reading Nancy Drew and Sherlock Holmes finally caught up with her. She figured it out."

Luke glanced over at Rory, "You know nothing changes right? You always have a home to come back to here. I need you to know that...when I met your Mom I knew you guys were a packaged deal. And this is what I have wanted...both of you. And now we have April…" He smiled over at Lorelai and gave her hand a squeeze, "And this next little one…" He turned back to Rory, "But it doesn't change how your Mom feels about you. Or how I…" He paused and cleared his throat, "Or how I feel about you…"

Rory swallowed hard, "I know Luke. But…" She wiped at her tears, "It means even more to hear you say that." She leaned forward and hugged him tight, "I love you Luke."

He squeezed her back, "I love you too Rory."

As they pulled away they glanced over at Rory who was trying hard not to bawl her eyes out, "Oh come on...how do you expect me to keep my secret when you say stuff like that? You just opened the dam people...no going back now."

Rory laughed and wiped at her Mom's eyes, "Well if you are already crying...I guess I should just give my speech now."

Lorelai looked up and fanned her face, "Oh Lord…"

Luke laughed and handed her a tissue, "Here…"

Rory smiled, stood straight and tapped on her champagne glass to get everyone's attention. "Hi everyone...um…" She glanced back at Lorelai who was now sitting in Luke's lap, his attempt to help her keep it together. "I...just wanted to say a few words." She suddenly felt her own tears building, "As you all know...Mom and I moved here when I was very young. Up until that point...my life was pretty sheltered. I didn't have a lot of people to call family...but when we moved here our family grew larger than we ever expected. Each of you here has played a huge role in my life...as well as my Mom's and I can tell you that we love you all." She licked her lips nervously and glanced over at her Mother and Luke, "But there was always one person in this town...who went above and beyond to make us feel at home."

Lorelai wrapped her arm around Luke's shoulder and kissed his cheek gently, "She's talking about you."

Luke blushed and nuzzled her softly as he held her close before he turned back to Rory who began to speak again. "Luke was always there...from the minute we met him...he was there. He was there to fix broken porch rails, build me new book shelves when the old ones couldn't take the weight of anymore books." Everyone began to laugh, "He was there to feed me because he knew my Mom couldn't cook to save her life...and he was there to feed her even when she couldn't afford it. He was there when I had the chicken pox and only wanted to eat mashed potatoes for a straight week. He was there to help me bury the caterpillar I accidentally squished on my bike and felt guilty for. He was there when my school project's involved any type of manual labor, and even the ones that involved finding a loose chick in the middle of the night." Lorelai giggled and buried her face in Luke's neck remembering that night.

Rory took a shaky breath, "He let me study late at the Diner when Mom was stuck at work. He supported every decision I made. He sat through my high school graduation, and moved me into Yale on my first day. He even let Mom drive his beloved truck when he knew there was a high probability that she would crash it. He was there to help Mom make her dream of the Inn a reality...without hesitation he helped us everyday. And for many years I wondered why...but as I got older the answer became clearer." She paused and looked directly at Luke, "It was because he loved us...especially Mom. He loves my Mom in a way that I can't even explain. He'd do anything if it meant making her happy...even agreeing to get married in a snowstorm."

Everyone laughed again and Luke squeezed Lorelai's hips, "For a long time it was just Mom and I...I didn't think we needed anyone else. But somewhere along the line I saw Luke as part of our family...and I began to hope that it would really happen. And today...it really did." She turned to April, "And not only am I getting the family I wanted...I'm getting even more because I have gained a sister." April blushed and Rory just smiled at her, "They say a family is supposed to look a certain way...a mother and a father and the perfect kids. We may not fit into what everyone else says is perfect...but to me...this is my perfect family. My Mom and Luke have made sure that I have always had everything I have ever needed and I will never be able to thank them enough for that. But I hope someday...if I am lucky enough to have my own children...I can show them the same amount of love they have shown me. I am incredibly lucky to call them MY parents."

Lorelai leaned further into Luke and let her tears fall at her daughter's words. Luke felt the lump in his throat when he heard her refer to him as a parent.

"So even though it took them awhile to get it right…" Everyone laughed, "I think they have proved that love is worth waiting for...especially when you are as in love as they are." She raised her glass, "So I would like to make a toast to my Mom and Luke...I love you both. I wish you nothing but happiness in your life. Thank you for giving me the family I always wanted."

Everyone cheered, clinked their glasses together and toasted the happy couple. Lorelai scrambled off of Luke's lap and pulled her daughter close. "There you go again making me cry again…"

"I'm so happy for you Mom." Rory whispered as she held her close and felt her own tears building. "So happy…"

Lorelai squeezed her again before pulling back, "Thank you kid…"

Rory turned towards Luke, "I meant what I said. You've always been there Luke...and you gave me everything I ever needed."

Luke swallowed hard, "I just like to see you both happy…"

Lorelai sighed happily, "I got a good one…" She whispered as she nudged Rory's hip.

Rory smiled and nodded in agreement, "You did."

Lorelai smiled at her daughter and looked over at Logan who was watching the scene from his spot near the bar, "And you did pretty good too kid...go dance with your man."

Rory smiled, kissed her Mom's cheek, hugged Luke and walked over to dance with Logan. Luke pulled Lorelai close, her back rested against his chest as he held her around her waist. They watched their friends and family around them, April was talking to Emily and Richard in the corner. Sookie and Jackson were chatting with Liz and TJ. Patty and Babette were gossiping about who the eligible bachelors were at the wedding.

Luke nuzzled her neck, "So...how does it feel to be Lorelai Danes?"

Lorelai sighed happily and leaned her head further into him, "It feels wonderful." She pulled her hand away from his and let her rings shine, "I can't believe Mia had your parents rings…"

Luke smiled at the sight of her hand and he kissed her cheek, "I know...it makes me feel like they are here with us."

Lorelai turned in his embrace to stare up at him, "They are."

Luke nodded slowly, "Dance with me?"

Lorelai beamed up at him, "This all started with a dance at Liz's wedding…"

Luke nodded again and shrugged, "Started a hell of a lot sooner than that...at least for me. But that night...was the final push in the right direction."

Lorelai smiled and reached for his hand and pulled him towards the dance floor, "That's right...you were pining for me."

Luke chuckled and pulled her against him as they began to dance, "Right...you were my Ava Gardner."

Lorelai smiled and rested her head against his shoulder, "You gonna make me coffee and bring it to me in bed now that we are married?"

Luke rolled his eyes, "Uh...no. No coffee in your condition…"

Lorelai paused, "Oh fine...but what about breakfast in bed occasionally? I promise I'll reward you for being such a good husband."

Luke smiled and rubbed circles on her hips, "We'll talk." He teased.

Lorelai smiled and pulled back to be able to look at him, "Coffee or no coffee...I'm still damn lucky. We're both lucky…"

Luke smiled as he moved her across the dance floor, "Yes. We are."

"Some people don't' find the one…" Lorelai said with a sad smile, "What if I had never found you?"

Luke shook his head and squeezed her hips, "You did find me."

She nodded, "I know. But...I can't imagine my life if I didn't find you. God knows where Rory and I would be…"

"You would have been fine." Luke said with a small smile, "No matter where you would have ended up...you would have still raised the most amazing kid." He paused, "But for the record...I'm really glad you picked Stars Hollow to raise her…"

Lorelai smiled, "Stars Hollow...thank God for it." She paused again before her smile grew in that way that let him know she had an idea, "I gave you that horoscope...in Stars Hollow...we were written in the stars Luke! We were meant to be!"

He couldn't help but chuckle at her excitement, "I guess we were."

She took a deep breath and held him closer as she whispered to him, "You kept that horoscope for eight years...did it bring you luck?"

"Of course it did. It brought me you." Luke said giving her a gentle squeeze to emphasize his words, "You're my luck Lorelai. You're my world. You drive me completely insane sometimes…" He teased making her laugh, "But...I can't imagine my life without you either. And I don't want to…"

"Well then I guess it's a good thing we're married." She whispered as she leaned up to bring his lips closer, "Because now you don't have too."

"It's a damn good thing." He growled as he pulled her all the way against him. "And it's about damn time…"

She smiled and leaned her head against his chest again and let him lead her across the floor. The pain for the year before and all the years without him seemed to melt away. None of that mattered anymore. They had found their way to one another amiss all the chaos of the world around them. Two lives waiting to collide when the time was right. And thank God...it finally was.

Once again - thanks for all the feedback! Greatly appreciated. Can't wait for the new Gilmore Girl episodes on Netflix. I will have to rewatch the series AGAIN before that happens. Hope you check out my new story. Enjoy! Happy reading everyone!