Toast

Here’s to the family and friends who made this all possible and who have come tonight because they love you.
Here’s to good food and drink.
Here’s to almost all of the to-do list getting checked off.
Here’s to another one biting the dust.
Here’s to a week away, just the two of you.
Here’s to a life together.

Here’s to Mynda,

who is:
- funny & wise
- classy & down to earth
- intelligent & caring
- quirky & sometimes very mysterious.
- who is a popcorn snob
- and a conisseur of burnt Cheez Its
- who needs her sleep (and her coffee)
- who likes her leftovers nicely arranged on a plate and the kitchen sink shiny and clean
- who, while we were roommates, kindly let me come and use the bathroom when she
showering and I just had to go now now
- who is patient with my moods and quirks
- who loves a Friday night on the couch AND a night on the town
- who is beautiful inside and out
- who sends great care packages
- who graciously allows me the privilege of calling her friend
- and who loves Jason very much

Here’s to Jason,

- who makes a mean chocolate chip cookie
- who is also funny and wise
- who is patient
- who could strike up a conversation with just about anyone and make them feel valued
- who is a great host
- who knows how to manage a household well (even one full of unruly bachelors)
- who asks great questions
- who loves to save a buck
- who graciously allows me the privilege of calling him friend
- and who loves Mynda very much

And here’s to God’s faithfulness. He has promised it to each of you and for that I am thankful.

(made Friday 13 March, 2009 / Rehearsal Dinner)
(photo: Joe's fantastic toast the next night at the Reception)