I am not 100% sure but I think that was the first line of a song from the musical "Fiddler on the Roof." And again if I am not mistaken that was sung by a father upon seeing his daughter who was about to get married. I am sure Jobelle's father could relate very well to that song when he saw her wearing her bridal gown last January 30. I wasn't there when Jobelle was a little baby so I never got the chance to carry her. But somehow, when I saw her walking down the aisle, I felt I was his father too. Mixed emotions ...
I have known Jobelle for almost eight years now. I remember her as the sweet and petite girl applying as lector/commentator together with her "sisters" Millette and Jerdi. Shy but very smart. People thought that she was masungit because of her overarching eyebrows. That was what I thought too. But as the friendship developed, I got to know the deeper and more beautiful side of her personality. I cannot count anymore the many times she told me or wrote to me how thankful she is to have me as a father and brother in one.Jay-R and Jobelle's wedding was simple yet solemn. There was so much happiness in both their faces. I could sense their excitement as they entered a new chapter in their life together. But just like any couple I also know there were gnawing questions and uncertainties in their hearts as to the future of their relationship. But with deep faith in God, they also know that God will never abandon them.
Jay-R and Jobelle, rest assured of our prayers for you. As I shared during your wedding, every act of God is an act of love and therefore a miracle. He was the one who brought you together. And just like what He did for the couple at Cana, He will be more than willing to do more miracles for you if you will allow Him because he loves you that much. Stay happy!
