I have a funny story to tell. Actually at the time it wasn’t so funny, but looking back it was hysterical. We had our reception at a local hotel and it was held outside in the courtyard. The main table was in a cozy corner with a beautiful maple tree overhead that created a comforting shade. The whole wedding party was seated at the table and it was time for the best man’s toast to the couple.

The best man gave his speech and then said that he wished us luck. Right as he said that, a bird that was in the tree decided to clean it’s intestines on my head. Oh my God! The whole group of guests and the wedding party did that shocked inhale thing (I don’t really know how else to describe it) and then started laughing. I was humiliated.

My maid-of-honor and my mom ran to the ladies room with me so we could clean up and straighten me out as best as possible. I couldn’t believe it. I told my mom that I couldn’t go out there and face those people. Her reply with a smile on her face was, ”Honey, no worries. It’s actually supposed to be good luck when a bird shits on you. I’m sure everyone can sympathize with you and it’s best to keep light of it and it will be no big deal. Now let’s go back out there and just laugh it off if anyone says anything. You’ll see my dear that all will be fine.”

We went back outside and everyone was very nice. I heard a few bird jokes and decided to laugh it off. It really was kind of funny! The great thing is, my marriage has actually been lucky. I don’t know if it had anything to do with the bird, but if it did, maybe it was a blessing after all.

Thanks,
Jessica Peterson