Meredith & Derek's Post-it Note: A Grey's Anatomy Love Story

The Wedding Post-it Note

Meredith and Derek's Post-it note wedding vows symbolized their love and commitment in Grey's Anatomy season 5.

Symbol of Love

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Derek's Death

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The Post-it's Return

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Love Never Dies

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Foreshadowing Trouble

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Reevaluating Choices

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Love's Enduring Legacy

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