(I was asked to deliver a speech during my sister's wedding reception in Strasbourg, France on the 23rd May. I'd like to share with you what I conveyed to the newly-wedded couple.)
First of all I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to Jim and Kristina on this once-in-a-lifetime and momentous occasion, their wedding, the start of their married life.
Marriage has been casually called as 'settling down' which implies living peacefully and harmoniously. It is the condition when two independent and free-willed persons become one. It is a time when we bid adieu to "me, mine, and myself" and say Hello to "us" (focusing on one's spouse and, eventually one's children).
I wish that Jim and Kristina would live in peace and harmony for many years to come, that they would outdo each other in love, that they would choose happiness at all times, that they would complement one another in their vocation, and that they would remain connected with God.
Jim, on behalf of our family I would like to thank you for looking after our baby sister Kristina through the years. You have been a father, brother, and husband rolled in one. Continue to shower her with affection and care, bearing in mind that she is now your friend, confidante, and companion for a lifetime.
Kristina, always be a source of inspiration and motivation to Jim. Remember that "Behind a successful man is a devoted woman."
Finally, I would like to acknowledge Jim's family especially Dean and Joelle Budney (Jim's parents). They have been an excellent husband and wife team who have put an enormous amount of time and effort in making this occasion both a reality and a success. Thank you for all the kindness you have shown to Kristina through and through. Thank you for welcoming us in such a pleasant place called Strasbourg and for making our stay here both wonderful and memorable.
I would like to thank everyone gathered in this event, your presence here shows that Jim and Kristina have a soft spot in your hearts. Let's support them as ever now that they're husband and wife.
First of all I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to Jim and Kristina on this once-in-a-lifetime and momentous occasion, their wedding, the start of their married life.
Marriage has been casually called as 'settling down' which implies living peacefully and harmoniously. It is the condition when two independent and free-willed persons become one. It is a time when we bid adieu to "me, mine, and myself" and say Hello to "us" (focusing on one's spouse and, eventually one's children).
I wish that Jim and Kristina would live in peace and harmony for many years to come, that they would outdo each other in love, that they would choose happiness at all times, that they would complement one another in their vocation, and that they would remain connected with God.
Jim, on behalf of our family I would like to thank you for looking after our baby sister Kristina through the years. You have been a father, brother, and husband rolled in one. Continue to shower her with affection and care, bearing in mind that she is now your friend, confidante, and companion for a lifetime.
Kristina, always be a source of inspiration and motivation to Jim. Remember that "Behind a successful man is a devoted woman."
Finally, I would like to acknowledge Jim's family especially Dean and Joelle Budney (Jim's parents). They have been an excellent husband and wife team who have put an enormous amount of time and effort in making this occasion both a reality and a success. Thank you for all the kindness you have shown to Kristina through and through. Thank you for welcoming us in such a pleasant place called Strasbourg and for making our stay here both wonderful and memorable.
I would like to thank everyone gathered in this event, your presence here shows that Jim and Kristina have a soft spot in your hearts. Let's support them as ever now that they're husband and wife.
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