Democratic State Rep. Gail Beam of ABQ did the wedding march in a taupe satin gown and "looked like a million bucks," according to our faithful correspondent on the scene for the weekend match-up of Gail and former State House Speaker and Attorney General David Norvell. And friends, that's all the wedding writing I can do. So I yield to Charlotte Balcomb Lane for the dress details, but I can fill you in on that more mundane love of those in attendance: politics

It all happened at a romantic setting at the country club at Pendaires high in the mountains of Mora County as summer was being ushered out by the beauty of fall leaves turning crimson. The guest list, of course, was strictly Democratic. Those toasting the newlyweds at the quaint retreat, following a small family only wedding at the on site chapel, included: Former House Speaker Raymond Sanchez, former Governor Dave Cargo,(he's an honorary Democrat) House Education Chair Rick Miera and his wife Bernadette and Big Bill himself. No one knows if the guv was officially invited but he is never one to miss a good party and there he was glad-handing the entire hall campaign-style. With that crowd he did not have to do much persuading, except maybe for Republican Cargo.

Gail beamed with beauty, according to our source, who also said love and romance were not the only topics when the guests spoke of her admiringly. It seems a good bunch of the wedding-goers would not mind seeing Gail step it up a notch and move over to the state senate. Senator Cisco McSorley may be stepping aside and making a run for the Democratic nomination for the Bernalillo County Commission seat held by Tom Rutherford who cannot seek another four year term. (If city-county unification passses November 4 that could all change). If Cisco bolts the senate Gail is mentioned as a natural successor. That, of course would leave her house seat open setting off a whole new round of speculation! Former Bernalillo County Commissioner Lenton Malry is also known to be interested in getting back on the panel and is keeping a close eye on Cisco's plans, which we don't expect to hear about for a couple of months because why become a lame duck before you have to?

In any event, tip a glass of cold duck, or for you high rollers, Andre, and toast this union of La Politica and thank your lucky stars for weddings and funerals. Where would politics be without them?