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Another dear colleague of mine, growing up, now creating large strides in the romantic domain.

It makes me think about how far we've all come, since those carefree days in which we first met.

How much responsibility we've taken on since then. How much things have changed.

How much we ourselves, have changed. We're far cries from the people we used to be.

With every passing day, new opportunities present themselves, while others vanish.

Although we cannot entirely recapture those times of innocence, we can trade for something better.

That's what is surprising about all of this. There might be a Bright Future (TM) to be had afterall.

Even I cannot be entirely cynical about this marriage. My heart swells with pride, and a slight envy.

Dear you, the woman who I've admired for years now, and had the honor of coming to know.

Ordering my steps with your inspiration, you helped me become the person I am today.

Boisterous, audacious, steadfast woman. You rarely backed down from a challenge.

Have you finally met your match, I wonder? Would it take someone equally as terrible to tame you?

Somehow, no matter how domesticated you might become, I don't think you'll ever lose your ferocity.

A contestable life is all we've ever known; it's what we thrive off of, despite complaints otherwise.

We're not equipped for the stagnation that comes with peace. We're too restless in temperament for it.

It takes a special sort of person to understand that, to accompany us into the later stages of life.

In this regard I am ecstatic that you found a rarity sufficiently compatible to walk side-by-side with.

I wish you both a marriage that is just as colorful, vibrant, and whimsical as the two of you.

Please, uphold your contractual duties and take excellent care of yourselves and each other.

Sincerest congratulations, my noble and intrepid bride.

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