Ozzie Santos

Welcome Family Members and Honored Guests,

Today is no ordinary day. Today is an extraordinary day... for we get the opportunity to bare witness to the Union of Andrew and Jinso. Let us all breathe in the special moments this day will inevitably bring. Andrew and Jinso appreciate all of you for being here .

In regard to Marriage, Jinso has been hopeful, since she was a young girl, that her path would include this ceremony one day. As for Andrew, his decision to embark on the journey of Marriage came as a surprise to his family, because he seemed so indifferent towards the idea. Jinso was hopefully and Nadrew simply remained open. Through their relationship, they received certainty. Certainty that this is the relationship worthy of taking the next step. That certainty is strengthened by the acceptance and admiration both of their families have for this Marriage.

Over the past several weeks, Andrew and Jinsobhave made it clear to me what family means to them. It has been such a privilege to hear their respective parents talk about this child's spouse. From Andrew's parents, it was SO EASY to love Jinso upon spending time with her, and they believe she is so good for Andrew. For Jinso's parents, in their culture especially, it is of the upmost importance for the parents to approve of the wedding, and it was SO EASY for them to do so when they got to know Andrew. They are so happy for the both of you. I know that approval and love means so much to Andrew and Jinso.

There are so many moments to be present in when you are in Love with someone. When speaking with Andrew and Jinso, along with following them on Social Media, it is apparent to me how easy it is for them to be aware of so many of those moments. From remembering the first day they met at CML Orientation to Leandro bringing them together for Salsa dancing months later, from their first camping trip in the Wichita Mountains to their time together in Spain, from Jinso's love of Andrew's cooking to his steady, consistent nature, from Andrew's love of Jinso's extravertedness and hardworking nature to his acknowledgement during her graduation of her happiness bringing about happiness within him... these acknowledgements and moments have contributed to creating a beautiful foundation to build upon through this Marriage. I know I speak for everyone in attendance when I say we are excited to see what adventures come next for the two of you. Truly, what you two have is special.

Blessing

May you continue to find bliss in the moments you get to share. May you make it a point to work with the other during times of conflict, and, truly, listent to each other. May you find joy in the give-and-take a Marriage requires. May you find comfort expressing your vulnerability to one another and find gratitude in the privilege of leaning on the other for support. May the independence you two showed as children multiply what you are capable of together. May you remember to have faith in your relationship. May your Love remain special and pure forever.