Marriage is one of life's greatest moments. Happy marriages begin when we marry the one we love. Today, Claudine and Jonathan will affirm their love and their commitment formally and publicly, as they have already affirmed it to each other.

I felt like it was only yesterday when we met on King Street, and I stood there waiting for you to arrive. Being with you has brought me so much happiness and joy. Through thick or thin, through highs or lows, through smiles or tears, know that I'll always be by your side. That's my promise to you, pumpkin. I love you, and I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with you.

Claudine, I just want to say thank you for everything, staying in Edmonton and treating me like your own sister. Thank you for never stopping forgiving me for being late, thank you for the love and trust you give me to be your maid of honour on your very special day.

As your big brother, it is my pride and joy to love and protect you. And while it saddens me just a little bit to share that responsibility now, I am greatly assured that I share that responsibility with Jon, and I am confident that you are in good hands.

Jon, you're an incredible individual. Not only are you simple and the glue to our group, but you are a genuine friend.

Dear Jon, I don't know what I did in my past life to deserve someone as amazing, loving, and supportive as you. Six years is quite a long time, and in all those years, through ups and downs, I always find myself falling in love with you over and over again. I can't wait to call you my husband, to always hug you, joke around with you, and grow old with you. I love you so much. Love, Claudine, your future wife.

When I looked into my daughter's eyes on that day, I saw the sparkle, the happiness. I can sense that Jon is the man she wants to grow old with, and for a father like me, that is all that matters.

Planning this wedding has shown me a lot of things, but most importantly, it showed me that I chose the right man to marry. Jon has been with me every step of the way, and all in all, I find myself falling in love with you over and over again. And I'm so happy that tonight, I can call you my best friend, partner in life, and finally, my husband.

“I, Claudine, take you, thee Jonathan.”

“I, Jonathan, take thee, Claudine.”

“To be my husband, to have and to hold, in sickness and in health, for richer or poor, and I promise my love to you.”

“And I promise my love to you.”

I think it's harder to find a more beautiful union of two people. I can't be more happy for both Claudine and Jonathan. I know there are some people that don't believe in fate, but I think this was meant to be. Today, I gain a loving sister, and I couldn't be happier.

Shout out to all my bridesmaids for everything you've done and for being the greatest friends ever. I also want to give a special thank you to my groomsmen. We've been friends for years now, and I hope we'll continue to be friends.

Mama, Papa, you're my true heroes, and I can't thank you enough for all the sacrifices, love, and support you've given me all my life.

Looking at it now, I realize that it's not just about me anymore, but about us. It's about the life that we will build together. We are a team, and I promise you that I'll always be by your side, no matter what. If things get tough, I promise to never give up and that I will always believe in us. Because it's no longer just about me, but it's about us.