Brandon McMillin

First, I'd like to begin by welcoming everyone and thanking each and every one of you for being here on this happiest of days. It's no accident that each of you are here today, and each of you were invited here because you represent someone important in the individual and collective lives of Emilie and Keith.

I truly can't think of a more beautiful venue for an occasion that I know is not only monumental for the wedded-couple-to-be, but for all of us who are lucky to know and love them as individuals; but even more so as a perfect pairing. They complement and balance one another, and while each of them are tremendous individuals on their own, together they are even better. And being better together, as a team, a unit, and partners in crime, is what has been years in the making and ultimately leads us to being here today, witnessing their commitment to one another in front of those they love most.

The most remarkable moment in life is when you meet the person who makes you feel complete. The person who makes the world a beautiful and magical place. The person with whom you share a bond so special that it transcends normal relationships and becomes something so pure and so wonderful, that you cannot imagine spending another day of your life without them. But two people in love do not live in isolation and love must be nourished in order for it to thrive. Marriages bring hard days, just as they bring beautiful ones. This gorgeous day is a reminder of what your love has already accomplished and the amazing possibilities it can continue to accomplish and overcome in the many years ahead of you.

So, without further ado,

Dearly beloved and honored guests We are gathered together here today to join Emilie and Keith in the union of marriage.

This contract is not to be entered into lightly, but thoughtfully and seriously, with a deep realization of its obligations and responsibilities.

The bride and groom have each prepared vows and will be exchanging those vows in a private setting.

And now:

Emilie, do you take Keith to be your husband? Do you promise to love, honor, cherish, and protect him, forsaking all others, and holding only unto him forevermore? (I do)

And Keith, do you take Emilie to be your wife? Do you promise to love, honor, cherish, and protect her, forsaking all others, and holding only unto her forevermore? (I do)

Emilie and Keith will now exchange rings as a symbol of love and commitment to each other.

Emilie, please place the ring on Keith's hand and repeat after me:

As a sign of my love . .

That I have chosen you . .

Above all else . .

With this ring, I thee wed.

Keith, please place the ring n Emilie's hand and repeat after me:

As a sign of my love . .

That I have chosen you . .

Above all else . .

With this ring, I thee wed.

And now by the power vested in me by, it is my honor to declare you husband and wife.

You may kiss the bride! (kiss)

I am so pleased to present to you Mr. and Mrs. Keith Slack!