**THANK YOU! I'm so glad you've all enjoyed this story as much as I have. I will miss this story, but this won't be the last you see of Randy and Sophie. ***

It took awhile, but the day had finally arrived. Today was the day that Sophie was to become Mrs. Randy Orton or otherwise known as Sophia Orton. After the engagement, Randy returned to work and they decided to plan the wedding for one year out. And ironically enough, they were able to get married on the date that Randy had proposed to Sophie, September 23.

So, over the course of the year, Sophie raised the kids and they continued to raise their relationship. Ellie was now a little over a year old and she was walking so she could be the flower girl. And holding her hand proudly was her big brother Hunter.

Sophie found a precious little dress for Ellie to wear. Her dress was silver with blue flowers on it. The bridesmaids had royal blue flowing dresses that had a pretty silver belt to it. They were simple enough so they could wear them again anytime. Her bridesmaids were Andrea, Stacie (her sister) and Becky (Randy's sister)

Then there was Sophie's dress. It was beautiful. It was an off the shoulder, white, beaded & sequined bodice with a very full, flowing bottom that had a beautiful pattern embroidered in silver thread around the bottom and down the train. Overall it was still a pretty simple dress. Sophie wanted things simple, and drama-free.

Randy had picked out black tuxes with blue vests and blue neckties. His groomsmen were his brother Nathan, Paul (Levesque), and John.

They hadn't invited the whole world; it was kept to close friends and family. The wedding was held at the church Sophie had grown up going to and the reception was at a nearby hotel.

Sophie's thoughts were interrupted by a knock at the door. She got up and answered it and standing before her were her sister and Andrea. Together they squealed, "Oh my god you're getting married today!"

Sophie giggled, "Oh my god I'm getting married today!" She shrieked back.

The girls laughed and jumped up and down while hugging each other, "I have to say, at one point I never thought this would happen. Randy sure has gotten his act together." Andrea admitted.

Sophie smiled, "Yeah he has. He still manages to stick his foot in his mouth from time to time, but I can handle that compared to everything else any day."

"Mom said the kids are doing just fine. Becky is getting dropped off at the salon, then she'll ride to the church with us. I dropped off all of the dresses and shoes and accessories at the church this morning on my way here." Stacie rattled off. "So now we just need to hit the road."

"Give me two minutes." Sophie said jumping up. She ran to her bedroom and came back out in a hoodie that said "BRIDE" on the back. She smiled, "I have to get one more wear out of this besides my bachelorette party."

"Ahh…the bachelorette party." Stacie replied fondly. "What a night."

Andrea nodded, "Yes, what a great night it was."

"No kidding!" Sophie said shaking her head. The four of them along with some of the divas that Sophie was now friends with went out to Vegas for a wild night of gambling, food and drinks. The night ended in Sophie's hotel room with a stripper…..John Cena in a gold thong and nothing else by the end of the song. Randy had arranged the John part.

So to get him back, Sophie planned a little surprise of her own….The boys also had a night out in Vegas, and their night also ended with a stripper…Christy Hemme. Sophie had done some soul-searching and against all better judgment; she had decided that if Randy had made such a commitment to their family, she could pull a prank of her own. And it was all good…Randy called Sophie instantly to make sure she was ok with it.

"Earth to Sophie! Let's go!" Stacie replied happily. The girls bounced out of the house and into Stacie's car.

They laughed and sang along with a wedding mix cd that Stacie had made for Sophie. They pulled up in front of the salon and Becky was there waiting for them along with one of their wedding photographers. They all hugged and headed inside.

At the salon, the ladies all had their hair done, their nails done and pedicures as they sipped champagne and nibbled on fruit and finger sandwiches. When they were done, Sophie gave them their bridesmaid gifts. Inside the bags were beautiful rhinestone necklace, earring and bracelet sets. Sophie would be wearing the same set.

From there they headed to the church to get ready.

Randy, John, Paul and Nathan spent their morning going to the barber shop and getting shaved the old fashioned way, and from there they went out to lunch at a sports bar and had a beer. The other wedding photographer was there to photograph them as well. Then they headed to the church to get ready.

The photographers each took various pictures of the bride and the groom and then brought them together.

Randy gasped when he laid eyes on Sophie for the first time. He felt himself getting tears in his eyes.

Sophie was a vision in white. Her hair was swept up into a bun with a few random spiral curls framing her face and the nape of her neck. She had her vail on and she held a beautiful cascading bouquet made up of pink, yellow, blue and white flowers. Randy couldn't name them all, but he knew they were beautiful.

Sophie's eyes also filled with tears as she looked into Randy's eyes. He looked so incredibly handsome in his tux and his piercing eyes filled with nothing but love.

She walked to him and he leaned down and kissed her passionately. "Hey baby. Wanna get married today?" He said with a wink.

Sophie laughed and winked, "Only if that means we get to have one helluva wedding night tonight."

They both held each other and laughed.

After the photographer finished those portraits, Sophie's mom brought in the kids. Lots of hugs and laughter and pics took place then. After another hour of pictures, it was time to start getting ready for the ceremony.

The one thing Randy and Sophie did do were make sure that they had one specific picture of just the two of them with the kids, and then one where it was both of their families uniting as one.

Soon the guests were seated and it was time for the ceremony to begin. They were all lined up behind the big double doors.

Sophie's dad squeezed her hand, "I love you princess. I'm very happy for you."

Sophie smiled and hugged him, "Thanks daddy. I love you."

The kids walked down the aisle holding hands. It was so precious. Both kids had huge smiles on their faces. Then the bridal party walked down, then it was the moment everyone had been waiting for.

The music hit and Sophie began taking the one by one step down the aisle with her father on her arm. When her eyes met Randy's, hers began to fill with tears. This was really happening.

Her dad kissed her on the cheek. He presented her to Randy and took to his seat.

The ceremony began. It came time for the vows. They had decided to write their own, but neither one would give any hints about what theirs said.

Randy took a deep breath and began to speak, "From the moment I met you, I felt a connection. From the moment I looked into your eyes, I felt like you felt it too. From the moment I met Hunter, I felt like being a father-figure might not be so scary. We hit the ground running and we never looked back. Along the way we've had the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. You stood by my side through the darkness and at times we may have had to crawl and beg but here we are in the lightest of light with the most beautiful family standing between us. You balance me, you keep me in check and our family completes me. My love for you has grown stronger and stronger and it will never fail. I wish for a moment you could see through my eyes so you could see just how much you mean to me everytime I look at you. I vow to you that I will be the husband you so rightfully deserve. I will be by your side through anything that comes our way and I will always put our family first… as long as we both shall live."

Sophie took a deep breath, she could feel the tears dripping down her cheeks, "From the moment I met you, I was pulled in two different ways. There was a part of me that was hesitant to let anyone in…but yet you brought forth a dangerous energy that had a way to put a smile not only on my face, but my son's as well. From the moment you uttered the words, "Take a chance on me" I knew my heart belonged to you. And from there we began our journey. The journey has brought us to many places, some great and some not so great, but I knew I had to follow my heart. We paved our own way, and since I have found you, I have found a new life. The decision to commit to share that life with you is one I make happily and with full confidence in our love. Secure in the knowledge that you will be my constant friend, my faithful partner in life, a father to our children, and most importantly, my one true love. On this special day, I give to you in the presence of all these witnesses my pledge to stay by your side, in sickness and in health, in joy and in sorrow, as well as through the good times and the bad. I promise to love you without reservation, comfort you in times of distress, encourage you to achieve all of your goals, laugh with you and cry with you, always be open and honest with you,
and cherish you for as long as we both shall live."

Hunter was the proudest ring bearer there could be. Randy winked at him and Hunter beamed from ear to ear.

And finally it was time to hear the words, "You may now kiss the bride."

Randy brought Sophie close and kissed her sweetly.

"I now introduce to you…husband and wife." The pastor said with a smile.

Randy and Sophie took each others' hands and they also reached out for Hunter and Ellie. The four of them walked down the aisle finally united as one. The ceremony wasn't traditional, but neither was anything they had done along the way. This was just the way they wanted it.

***There it is! Sorry it took so long, but the vows were sticky! I really appreciate your support and I hope you enjoyed this as much as I did. My next story is about John and finding love where you least expect it….and there'll be some challenges along the way. Will she be Mrs. Right? PLEASE read and review! THANK YOU! (((HUGS))) ***