Acknowledgement of the Parents

___ and ___ want to ask their parents to stand – they recognize that their love is the product of your love and commitment over the years…carrying them into a stronger bond through challenging phases, across thousands of miles during their long distance years, and through all the happy milestones and travel they have been so lucky to have together.

They want you to know they would not be here, at this ceremony, without the special connection they have with you. As you witness their marriage here today, they ask that you keep in mind, and feel joy from, all of your contributions to their love.