Remember the classic movie “Father
of the Bride”? When George knew that his daughter Annie was engaged, his
frustrated expression and later a series of actions left us deep impression. The
affection between father and daughter is deep and penetrating. The wedding, in
some respect, means farewell to your parents and start a new life with your soul
mate. Coming to the final realization
that the daughter will be part of a new life and a new family can be very
tough. The moment father puts bride’s hand into groom’s hand is sacred,
exciting and moving. Both the bride and father get mixed feelings at that time.
Father may feel traumatic and depressed; however, it’s an important rite of passenger
for them after all.
The short road seems to be a long distance. Who will company you
with the long road? The answer is absolutely your father. What will you say
during this short but permanent period? May be keep silent, listen to your
father or just talk like usual.
The moment can be very athrill
and moving. For the father, it signifies him letting go of his little girl and
trusting her husband to provide and care for her and for her rest of life. For
you, it’s a new chapter of your life. So, don’t restrain your feelings.
