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; I don’t have a problem with that. I, in fact, want my daughter to have “you” as her priority now. Its time for us to take a backseat in her life. We would happily accept it but would surely request one thing- please keep her happy!
I am more than sure that you will keep her very happy. She will perhaps be 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 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 my world to you. Please make sure it remains beautiful. 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 and now she is wonderfully perfect. For all the care, love, beauty and warmth my daughter will bring into your lives, I just want her happiness in return—please keep her happy!
If at times you think that my daughter has said or done something wrong
I am giving my world to you . Please make sure it remains beautiful . 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 and now she is wonderfully perfect . For all the care , love , beauty and warmth my daughter will bring into your lives , I just want her happiness in return—please keep her happy ! If at times you think that my daughter has said or done something wrong , feel free to scold her . But handle her with love . She is very fragile . 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 fulfill a responsibility , feel free to chastise her . But empathize with her . She is still learning . Do understand her—please keep her happy ! I don’t mind if I don’t get to see her for months . I don’t mind if I am not able to talk to her on a daily basis . I would be more than happy if she doesn’t remember me much . But , my only motive in life has been my daughter’s happiness which is now in your hands . I beg you , please keep her happy .
Dear son-in-law , these words may not mean much to you now but if you are lucky enough to father a daughter someday , you will appreciate them better when you will find every beat of your heart shouting – “please keep her happy” !
Dedicated to all fathers
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