Today is so special because all the people who mean the most to us are here to celebrate the start of our greatest adventure together. We're so excited to continue on this beautiful journey surrounded by family and friends.

I’m so very happy, I'm so glad that you two found each other, and I have another sister. Clarice, you've been so open, so warm, and welcoming to my entire family. I've had the pleasure of growing up with Lakshy, and as we obviously grow older, it is astonishing to see what a crazy awesome guy you've become. I love you guys.

It was seven years ago when Lakshy met Clarice, and that ended up being the best thing that has ever happened to him, and I truly mean that. And in all honesty, Clarice, when Jasmine and I first met you, everything just clicked. We've gone on many adventures. You make Lakshy so much better than he could have ever imagined, and you are the most caring and patient person I have ever met. Together, me and Lakshy are inseparable for the better or for worse. You've been the best of friends. You're there for everybody, and as everybody knows, he would do absolutely anything for you. It's just the type of guy he is. He would drop absolutely anything to help his people out, and that's why I know he's going to be so good to you. Clarice, you picked a good one. I love you both. I wish you the very best in life because you deserve nothing but the best.

The saying "two peas in a pod" gets taken to a whole new level when it comes to Clarice and me. It's an understatement to say we're similar. I've honestly never met anyone else who I have more in common with. I was brainstorming words I would use to describe Clarice: kind, empathetic, intelligent, strong. All of those words came to mind, but the word that stuck out to me most is "bestie." Watching my best friend fall in love has made me so very happy. I could not have picked a better partner for my best friend. You are truly the perfect pair, and I'm so happy for you both.

I've seen this guy transform over the years into a hard-working, honest, and trustworthy guy who has always been there during my best and at my worst. I can only imagine how great of a husband he will be. Not only am I happy for Clarice to have met Lakshy, but also for Lakshy to have met Clarice because Clarice brings out the best in him. I'm honestly so happy for you two. I wish you both a long life as a happy married couple.

Marriage is about treasuring the strong relationship that you have between the two of you. It's about learning to give and take and accept each other's imperfections. Always be there to support each other and have lots of fun and adventures together. Make time for special date nights or even nights where you just simply snuggle up and catch up at the end of the day. Enjoy your life journey together and don't take each other for granted.

So, the story is when Sharon was pregnant with Clarice, we bought this bottle and we wrote in it to be open at the wedding of our first born.

On behalf of Clarice and Lakshy and their families, I give a special welcome, and I thank you for accepting their invitation to share this important day with them. Remember that we've gathered here to witness the marriage of these two people, and as a community of friends and family, we're here not just to celebrate but to offer love and support as they make their commitment to each other.

Lakshy, almost seven and a half years ago, your infectious smile captured my heart. Over the years, you've shown me that you'll love me when I'm at my best and continue to respect me when at my worst. 

Throughout the years, we have faced obstacles harder than others, but they have helped us build the strong foundation of our relationship. It has shown me your unconditional love, constant support, and strength. Thank you for loving my family and accepting them.

I love how you go out of your way to help those you care about. I love how passionate you are about your interests. I love that you strive to support me in this journey of life, but that we treat each other as equals and work together as a team.

I promise to encourage you to always follow your dreams. I promise to challenge you to be the best version of yourself. I promise to make you laugh when you're taking life too seriously. I promise to love you unconditionally. I promise to put you first and never lose our spark.

From today onwards, I promise to be open, honest, and loyal to you always, and to stay by your side through good times and bad. I promise to support and encourage you to pursue your dreams and to celebrate each milestone with you, no matter how big or how small. I promise to never stop dating you and to keep our relationship fun and exciting even when we're gray and old.

I promise to never stop leaving my socks behind, although I know you wish I would.

I promise to try and accept that you leave your socks on the floor. I promise to love you each day more than the last and to appreciate you for all that you are and all that you do. Lakshy, today our greatest adventure begins, and I'm so excited to go through this roller coaster of life with you by my side as my husband.

I declare you to be husband and wife. You may seal your vows with a kiss.

I wish all the success and happiness in both of your lives and I’m very glad and proud that Clarice is joining my family. I have got two sons and two daughters now. 

I love you both.

Since we have seen Clarice coming into Lakshi's life, I saw that Lakshy is becoming a little bit more sensible, more mature, more lovable, more accommodating. Is this the same son I was having? I said, that's amazing! If this is the value Clarice is bringing to us, welcome Clarice, we need you!

Lachlan has been there for Clarice. He's supported her and guided her over all of these years. The two of them have such an amazing, precious bond between them.

Clarice is great because she is and always has been a really cool person to hang out with. We're actually a very small family. The people most precious to me are Jackie, she has passed on her inner strength, her determination, and positivity. And then my father-in-law Mike here, he's passed on the skills of patience and mastery. Clarice's graduation as a doctor of Pharmacy was definitely one of the proudest days of our life and one of the happiest because we finally realized that we might have access to cheap drugs!

I’ve seen Lakshy’s growth. I have seen the person he has become, the professional he is. Clarice, you're a fantastic individual, always ready to help anybody whenever you can, and want to do good in the world, and now you have managed to get married to one of the best persons I've known. One word is honest and an exceptional individual. I truly feel blessed to know both of you, and I wish you all the joy and happiness this life has to offer.

So Lakshy, we want to tell you that you are very lucky to be marrying someone like Clarice. 

By now, we all know how hardworking, loving, and beautiful our bride and groom are. 

Honesty, determination, and a sense of adventure is what makes for a beautiful and long-lasting marriage, and we're so excited to see what the future has in store for both of you guys.

Here's the final toast to a night filled with fun and memories to last us a lifetime. Boy, are we ready to party? DJ, let's open this dance floor!

Lakshy and I have a typical bromance. We laugh together, we cry together. I wish you all the health, the wealth, and love this world has to offer. Congratu-freaking-lations!

Our journey as a family has just begun, and I can't wait to see what the future holds for us. Clarice, you are the person I chose to spend forever with. I chose you in 2015, I chose you today, and I will continue choosing you forever.

Vendors that Made the Day Happen

Videography: Parallel Weddings (https://www.parallelweddings.ca)

Venue: Old Mill Toronto (https://www.oldmilltoronto.com/)

Venue: Grand Empire Banquet Hall (https://grandempire.ca/)

Photographer: Michael Steingard Photography (https://michaelsteingard.com/)

Photographer: PhotoPhil Steingard (https://www.steingardstudios.com/)

DJ: Empire Entertainment (https://empireentertainment.ca/)

Hair Stylist: Toronto Beauty Group (https://www.torontobeautygroup.com/)

Hair Stylist: MinStudio (https://www.instagram.com/minstudi0/)

Make-Up Artist: Makeup J'adore (http://www.makeupjadore.com/)

Make-Up Artist: Kerry Makeovers (https://kerrymakeovers.ca/)

Florist: Bern's Flowers & Gifts (https://www.bernsflowers.com/)

Henna Artist: Miss Artistico (https://missartistico.com/)