Kelby Fleet Hargrave

Who is giving the bride away? I am

What greater thing for two persons than to feel they are joined together; to strengthen each other in labor, to rest on each other in sorrow, to help each other in need, to share joy, and to be one with each other – whatever life has to offer.

This is a special time of celebration that Alicia and Francisco will long remember, and because of this, they are thankful you are here today to share in their joy.

Francisco and Alicia, today begins a life of giving and sharing, nurturing and support

In the art of marriage, the little things are the big things. It is about establishing a relationship in which your independence is equal, dependence is mutual, and obligation is reciprocal.

Today your family and friends are gathered together to celebrate your marriage. We are all privileged to witness two individuals, committing to share a lifetime together.

Declaration:

Alicia and Francisco, you are about to make your promises to one another. You will find that as you live by these vows over the years, Investing your time, love and commitment to one another, the happy times of your life will be twice as joyous, because you will share these joys in marriage.

Francisco, Do you take Alicia, whose hand you hold, choosing her alone to be your lawfully wedded wife? Will you live with her in matrimony? Will you love her and comfort her through good times and bad, in sickness and health honoring her at all times, as long as you both shall live?

I Do

Alicia, Do you take Francisco, whose hand you hold, choosing him alone to be your lawfully wedded husband? Will you live with him in matrimony? Will you love him and comfort him through good times and bad, in sickness and health honoring him at all times, as long as you both shall live?

I Do

Ring Exchange:

The ring, an unbroken circle, represents unending love. As often as either of you look upon these rings, may you be reminded of this moment and the love you have promised to one another.

Francisco, please place this ring on Alicia’s Finger and repeat after me.

Alicia, I give you this ring as a symbol of my love, and that I am choosing to share my life’s journey with you. I give you this ring, with the pledge to love you today, tomorrow, always and forever.

Alicia, please place this ring on Francisco’s Finger and repeat after me.

Francisco, I give you this ring as a symbol of my love, and that I am choosing to share my life’s journey with you. I give you this ring, with the pledge to love you today, tomorrow, always and forever.

Alicia and Francisco, I want to wish you much love and happiness as you begin your new journey. Remember to keep lots of laughter in your life and love will never be far behind.

Blessing:

I leave you with the following words:

May all that you are, always be in love. May all that is love, always be in you. May your love be as beautiful on each day you share as it is on this day of celebration; and may each day you share be as precious to you as the day you first fell in love.

May you always see and encourage the best in each other. May the challenges life brings your way make your marriage even stronger, and may you always be each other’s best friend and greatest love.

Pronouncement:

Francisco and Alicia, you have pledged your love to each other in the company of your wonderful families and circle of friends. By the power vested in me by the state of California, I now pronounce you Husband and Wife. You may now kiss your Bride!

Introduction: Ladies and gentleman, I am proud to present for the first time, Mr. and Mrs. Salazar!