Monday, 3 February 2014

A DAD’S SPEECH AT HIS DAUGHTER’S WEDDING

I thought I would start my speech by addressing you as the “new” family of my daughter... But I think it would be inappropriate because now that she is married, you are “the family” for her. 

Believe me this is the most difficult thing I have ever done. I am giving away a piece of my heart, and I am trying to smile. 

I know its time for us to take a back-seat in her life. And its her duty to make "you" her priority. We happily accept it but would surely request you one thing- 

please keep her happy! 

I am more than sure that you will keep her very happy. 
I wish a point comes where she is happier than what she used to be here. But like all fathers, I obsess over my daughter’s happiness which is making me say this over and over again- 

please keep her happy! 

She never was and will never be a burden for me. She is in fact the reason why I breathe and smile. 
I am getting her married because this is what the law of nature demands. 
I don't shy from saying that I am helpless in the face of our culture and therefore sending her to your home. She was the happiness of my home and will now light up your home. 
I am giving the shine of my world to you. Please make sure it remains beautiful and shining. 
I am giving away my princess to you. Please make sure she stays as a queen. I have raised her with my sweat and blood..

please keep her happy! 

If at times you think that my daughter has said or done something wrong, feel free to treat her as you would treat your own daughter.
Please Handle her with the same love. 

Just like your daughter, sometimes she is also a human being. 
If at times she feels low, be with her. She just needs a little bit of your attention. 
If at times she feels sick, show her some care. It’s the medicine that works best for her.
If at times she fails to full-fill a responsibility, feel free to guide her. 

Please keep her happy! 

I can console my mind, I don’t get to see her for months... though for the last 27yrs I haven't spent a day without seeing her.
I can console my mind, I am not able to talk to her daily... even thought for the last 27yrs I haven't missed a day without talking to her.
The only motive in life has been my daughter’s happiness which is now in your hands. 

please keep her happy.!

MORAL - A DAUGHTER-IN-LAW IS NOT A SUPERHUMAN MEANT TO DO ALL THE WORK IN THE HOUSE, TAKE CARE OF EVERYONE, HAVE SEX WITH HER HUSBAND AND EVEN AFTER THAT GIVE YOU "MALE" GRAND-CHILDREN.

STOP being orthodox.. Understand a Daughter-in-law is just like your daughter.
Let love be the basis of your relationship.

- Dr.Mayuri Assudani
(Gynaecologsit and Infertility Consultant)

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