The important distinction here is that it’s a rarity not something that never occurs.
What’s more, their first kiss was in front of all of their wedding guests.
“It was worth the wait,” Jill toldPeopleof her first time smooching her husband.
And she and Derick weren’t just abstaining from kissing each other before marriage to appease her parents.
It’s a belief the two shared, as well.
“I think it is safer and makes it more special to wait to kiss until your wedding day.
The Dillards have three sons, the youngest of whom was born in 2022.
After sufficiently kissing nearly every exposed body part of his wife, John-David finally kissed her on the mouth.
“You’re so silly,” AbbietoldJohn-David amid his kissing crusade.
As long as they’re happy, right?
And the couple still seems to be genuinely happy as husband and wife.
Just two years after their first kiss, the pair posted a photo to Instagram celebrating the day.
“No one else makes my heart as happy as you do.
No one else makes me smile or feel so loved.
I just want you to know that with you is where I always want to be.
Happy 2nd anniversary, my love!”
The couple and their children live in Springdale, Arkansas.
Filmed for “Counting On,” Josiahasked, “Can I kiss her dad?”
as soon as he had the chance.
Josiah then picked up his bride and carried her down the aisle in a near sprint.
Remember what we said about being eager?
“Good for them,” one supportive onlooker said of their decision, as reported byThe Sun.
Jinger and Jeremy waited until they were married for nearly any physical contact, including kissing.
The Vuolos are confident in what they’ve chosen, though.
“Justin, now is the time you’ve been waiting for.
You may kiss your bride,” the officiant said to the groom once the couple was married.
Justin eagerly grabbed Claire’s face and pulled her in for a sweet kiss.
“There is no greater joy than marrying your best friend.
Less than a month after marrying, Claire looked back fondly on her wedding day.
“Most breathtaking day ever!
While Justin and Claire have been married for over two years, they have yet to have any children.
According to Joy-Anna, it was well worth the wait.
“Austin and I’s first kiss was amazing.
It felt very natural.
“I just can’t believe it’s Joy’s time to kiss.
Some of them have been, well, kind of strange.
It’s hard to forget about Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar giving their daughter and her suitor kissing lessons.
But the Seewalds didn’t seem to mind the instructions.
“Happy 2nd anniversary to you baby!!!
I’m so blessed to call you my husband.
The more I get to know you I fall in love with you in a deeper way.
You are such a wonderful spiritual encourager always pushing me towards Christ.
I’m looking forward to what the Lord has in store in the years ahead!”
Kendra wrote to Joseph.
“We have enjoyed quietly developing our relationship over the past year and every moment together has been amazing!
Jedidiah shared onInstagramin the spring of 2021.
Katey, you have been the greatest blessing in my life!
I’m so grateful for God’s faithfulness to us.
You are such an amazing wife and soon to be mother.
I love you with all my heart!”
Just days after her wedding, Kendra took toInstagramto reflect on the day.
“Still can’t believe how absolutely perfect our wedding day was!!
I’m literally getting tears just looking through the pictures.
God answered so many prayers!!
I just wish I could relive every single moment over again,” she said.
Her sentiment seemed to be just as enthusiastic as it was on the day of their wedding.
“It was such a beautiful culmination of so many prayers, dreams & desires!
… We are looking forward to sharing our married journey with you.
Thank you for sharing our joy!”
the couple shared withUs Weekly.
We imagine at least some of their excitement had to do with their kiss.
