The room softened instantly. Even the bride smiled, kneeling down to meet his eyes and assuring him, “I will always try my best to be kind.” For a ceremony full of adults worried about appearances, schedules, and speeches, it was a child who brought us all back to what marriage truly means — care, honesty, and choosing each other every day. My dad ruffled his hair and said, “Thank you for looking out for us.”Continue reading…