I've known for many years that barring anything I'm foreseeing, Taylor would someday be my son-in-law.
We've known that it wasn't if they would marry, it was just a matter of when.
I can tell you that Taylor is Sarah's first love and the only romantic love of her life.
It's obvious, Sarah, that you make him happy and he makes you happy.
And that makes me happy to stand here tonight and wish you both well
and officially welcome you, Sarah and your family.
I don't need to welcome you into our crazy family because you've been a part of it for many years already,
but I can now officially call you mine.
Watching you grow into this beautiful woman that is marrying this handsome young man
it reminds me of your mother and I.
Taylor, I cannot begin to explain how happy I am that this day is buying me here.
Ten years ago, when I agreed to be your girlfriend, I had no idea that I was signing up for the greatest adventure of my life.
We've been through it all, but most importantly, through it all, we've been together.
I've never once doubted that you were the one for me.
I've known it all along, no matter what happened, you'd be in my life forever.
At 18 years old, when we first started college, I used to think Sarah was crazy
because she went home every weekend for this boy.
And I just, who goes home their freshman year of college for a boy?
But obviously, Sarah was onto something because here we are today.
I knew this wedding was coming as soon as I met Taylor.
Every time we hung out, he always talked about her.
So I knew it wasn't a matter of if, but when.
You know, you don't see a whole lot of couples that get together at a young age
and then stay together all through high school, college.
That's pretty special to me.
And just to see how close they are and how much fun they have together
and how supportive they are of one another is pretty amazing.
I can't wait for the wedding on Friday. It's going to be amazing.
I get to finally marry the love of my life.
I'm just excited that you guys all get to be here for it.
I am honored to finally get to call you my husband. I love you. I choose you, Sarah.
I'm so ready to call you mine and show you off as my life partner.
I cannot wait to see how beautiful you look coming down the aisle. Love, Taylor.
This ring represents three aspects of the covenant we've been talking about tonight.
First, it's circular. A circle is an ancient symbol of eternity,
having no beginning and no end, just like our Creator.
Therefore, your love in Christ is eternal.
Secondly, it's made of pure metal, representing purity in this covenant.
Thirdly, it is made of precious metal and adorned with jewelry,
representing the treasure of this covenant that made, that you will make openly and display to all the sea.
Marriage is indeed supposed to be a public covenant.
You're supposed to enjoy people knowing that you're there.
I have the high privilege and honor, and it is indeed an honor to pronounce you husband and wife.
You may kiss your bride.
You may kiss your bride.
You may kiss your bride.
You may kiss your bride.
As you begin your journey with Sarah, work hard, play hard, enjoy life.
Embrace change, but never give up on anything. See it through.
We are the creses. Nothing goes as planned, but we always seem to make it work,
and it comes out even better.
Make time for your love to keep it special, keep the fire burning in your relationship
as you move through your responsibilities, through children, and into the pressures of life.
Today is just the beginning.
Enjoy the journey of marriage. Love, laugh, and live life to the fullest.
I raise my glass to you tonight.
I would like to propose a toast.
I have loved watching this romance bloom.
I look forward to your future together. You truly are a perfect match.
Just wishing you guys the best of luck, and I'm excited to see how the Lord will work in your relationship in the years to come.
So, congrats, guys.
To Sarah and Taylor for a lifetime of happiness.
I love you both. Cheers.
