Friday, June 26, 2015 was a historic day in the United States of America. The Supreme Court ruled, in a 5-4 decision, that it was legal for same-sex couples in all 50 states to be married. There were lots of tears, smiles, hugs, and enough beautiful photos to fuel the nation on pure elation.
Couples lined up at courthouses around the country to be joined in holy matrimony recognized by the federal government.
The second same-sex couple to legally wed at Fulton County courthouse fills out paperwork while choking up. #gapol pic.twitter.com/FwRXvn7Q9F
— Greg Bluestein (@bluestein) June 26, 2015
First gay couple in line for marriage license at Bexar Courthouse: Jon Truho and Larry Stern: http://t.co/wK6lih3vRc pic.twitter.com/RNEWipnsSf
— Kolten Parker (@KoltenParker) June 26, 2015
The couple has been together for 26 years. They are getting married at the courthouse today. pic.twitter.com/4JZNgPHoYa
— Elicia Dover (@KATVElicia) June 26, 2015
Some couples celebrated outside the courthouse. Others shared photos on Instagram from their past marriages or commitment ceremonies. And some just celebrated from the comfort of their own homes.
And one couple shared their special story in a touching video.
Photo via litten82/Instagram