...Since then Jenn's been with our family through a lot.  She travelled with us to Newfoundland to visit our family in both good times and bad, she's moved up to Fort McMurray to give both of them a good head start in their life together, and through all of that she has become my closest friend.  Many of you probably find that surprising as I had a tendency to try to sabotage all of Chris's previous relationships.  None of the others ever felt good enough, they were all either too tall, too small, or as the rumour goes had a lazy eye and a peg for a leg.  But Jenn is different - she encompasses everything that is perfect for my brother - she is beautiful, smart, compassionate, and most of all she loves my brother with every ounce of her heart.  She is someone that I wish my mom had the chance to meet - because I know she would have loved her as much as we do.  

My brother will certainly take care of Jenn; his caring nature will undoubtedly show in their relationship. I cannot stress enough how many times this quality has applied in our childhood. He has been my brother and most importantly my friend. I must say Jen is among the luckiest women in the world.

Jenn: Please take care of my brother in the way that I know only you can.  

In marriage the "little" things are the big things.
It is never being too old to hold hands.
It is remembering to say, "I love you" at least once a day.
It is never going to sleep angry.
It is having a mutual sense of values, and common objectives.
It is standing together and facing the world.
It is forming a circle that gathers in the whole family.
It is speaking words of appreciation, and demonstrating gratitude in thoughtful ways.
It is having the capacity to forgive and forget.
It is giving each other an atmosphere in which each can grow.
It is a common search for the good and the beautiful.
It is not only marrying the right person -- it is being the right partner.

And the most important of all -  always share your dessert with him - even when you don't want to! 

 Thank you for coming into our lives and changing us for the better - Today I don't just gain a sister in law - I truly believe I am gaining a sister.

...Christopher:  Know that today mom has been with you every step of the way - and that she is so proud of you.  You were always her baby boy - and today you stand here the man she always knew you would become.  Words cannot express how honored and proud I am to be standing up here as your sister today.   You have been there for me through our darkest times - and it is because of you that we weathered through them.  All of my best childhood memories involve you.  You will never know how important you are to me. 

XOXO