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Originally Posted by SthrnZeta
The civil ceremony is more about paperwork for us. We're not even exchanging rings. Our "real" wedding will be next year, when we can share it with friends, family, and God. If it were up to us, J wouldn't be deployed and we could do things the more traditional way but the military has a funny way of changing your plans for you. Also, why not take advantage of the benefits this would afford us?
Besides, I know I love my man, I wouldn't be marrying him if I didn't. 
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Yep, everyone's initial impressions on this thread were right. You want the big white wedding more than a marriage.
As has been said above, sometimes life doesn't work out the way you plan on it.
Since the "marriage" is just going to be paperwork and mean nothing else to either of you, the "wedding" is just going to be a big party where you're the star.
(yes, it's harsh but you've put this situation out for public comment).