Who: President George W. Bush and Laura Welch

When: November 5, 1977

Where: The First United Methodist Church in Midland, Texas

The ceremony: Years before taking the oath of office, the future 43rd President of The United States pledged an oath to love, honor and cherish the librarian and elementary school teacher he had met only four months prior at a friend's barbecue. Bathed in the kaleidoscopic rays which emanated from the prominent stain-glass window, seventy-five witnesses gathered in the Glass Chapel of The First United Methodist Church in the couple's hometown of Midland to watch the intimate ceremony. Eschewing attendants, the bride and groom stood alone at the altar.

The dress: In keeping with the low-key atmosphere, the bride chose a long-sleeved, tan crepe de chene blouse combined with a calf-length skirt of the same hue. Taking a cue from her new mother-in-law's sense of style, Laura wore a strand of pearls which, along with a small bouquet of white gardenias pinned at the waist, were her only adornments. The groom opted for a dark business suit embellished with a white orchid boutonniere.

The reception: Before embarking on a quick jaunt to Mexico, the couple celebrated their union at The Racquet Club of Midland, where the nostalgic strains of a barbershop quartet provided the entertainment.

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