speech for wedding: 9/15/07

1. thank guests from out of town
1. -great Detroit area(Go Blue if they beat Notre Dame), Chicago, Florida, Boston, LA and for all other guests from the area
2. special thanks to Aunt Dale for helping out on this special day
   
2. Comment about today: what a beautiful day, always dreamed of having my wedding at a place like this, naturally a golf course, how beautiful everybody looks today especially my wonderful new wife
3. This day would not be possible without some important people:
1. The Doctor-The best man-What can I really say for the guy that threw me 2 bachelor parties? You are always there for me. Scott: I do appreciate your kindness and generosity. I will try to repay you for your generosity by giving you a few sets here and there in tennis. I also want to thank you for giving me sound advice on almost daily basis. It was great being your teammate recently for a tennis league. There was a special moment that I will never forget when you rejoiced my victorious 3 setter to get us into the playoffs. Thanks for supporting us and being a mensch and best man
2. Dad and Sandy: You guys have been extremely supportive during this whole process. You threw us a wonderful family picnic in June that we will never forget. We appreciate your kindness and thank you for your support. A while ago my dad gave me some advice about finding a life partner. He said when you are not looking for love, you will find it. He also said to enjoy life and what you love to do and love will come into your life. Dad, you were absolutely right! Thanks for your love and support and thanks for being such an integral part of my life.
3. Walt-Diane-Cheryl: I am fortunate to have such a wonderful new family to be a part of. You are such a gracious and giving people and I thank you for all that you have done and do for me. Your love for your family and friends is remarkable and extremely appreciated. Diane and Walt and Cheryl: You have done a fantastic job in putting this party together. You have gone above and beyond any expectations we had . You have been extremely thoughtful and respectful in the process. We appreciate it immensely and thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Cheryl: you have been awesome in allowing us to put our gifts in your 2nd bedroom. I have no idea how we can have done it without you. Thank you.
4. Mom: I wanted to acknowledge how much I appreciate what you have done for me. I know it may be difficult at times but I can tell you that you mean so much to me. Through all your hard work during my childhood, you have allowed to me have a great life. You have given me strength and confidence to be the person I am today. You also have given Trish and I one of the biggest joys of our life when you selected the best dog in the world in Bogey: aka Lebradoodle. I wanted to thank you for not only being there today but playing a very important role in my life. Your love and support is appreciated. Also, thanks to you and dad for throwing us a wonderful party last night.
5. Trish-Last but not certainly not least, I would like to thank you Trisha. You are my Shining Star Wish Come Through... You not only look spectacular today but you look spectacular every day. Your love and kindness to me are not overlooked and I appreciate you as a person and now my wife. This is the happiest I have ever been and I love you so much.
   
6. Everybody: thanks for celebrating with us today and Have fun and Let's Party!