Final word of warning. Alex can hold his drink to an almost lethal degree, as I discovered on my 18th birthday, when he decided a night of Tequila slammers was the way to go. (Guests laughing) Whoo! Well you know when people say that they were so drunk, that the whole night is a blank and you always go, "No way, not possible." Well, believe me, it's possible. (Guests laughing)
Choosing a... Choosing the person that you want to share your life with is one of the most important decisions any of us makes, ever. Because when it’s wrong, it turns your life to grey. And sometimes, sometimes you don’t even notice until you wake up one morning and realize years have gone by.
We both know about that one, Alex. Your friendship has brought glorious Technicolor to my life. It’s been there even in the darkest of times. And I am the luckiest person alive for that gift. I hope I didn’t take it for granted. I think, maybe I did. Because sometimes, you don’t see that the best thing that’s ever happened to you is sitting there, right under your nose. But that’s fine, too. It really is.
Because I’ve realized that no matter where you are, or what you’re doing, or who you’re with. I will always, honestly, truly, completely love you.”
Like a sister loves brother and a friend loves a friend. I'll always stand guard over your dreams, Alex. No matter how weird or twisted they get.
So, please, everybody, join me in a toast. To the bride and groom.