---POV Benson---
“Thank you all for coming to this marvelous occasion! We really appreciate all the gifts and congratulations…even if this party was long overdue.” Dad called to the now chuckling audience. “I appreciate that my daughter-in-law’s family has shown up for this event and beyond grateful for the many others that have come along to support their marriage. I hope to cherish this day and many more to come as our family continues to grow.” He concluded and clapping started to rise over the music in the background.
“Wow…. When your dad said he’d do a speech, I didn’t think it would last for almost ten minutes.” Julie huffed.
“Momma, I can’t feel my feet in these shoes.” Duncan huffed irritably.
“Duncan, you have to stay in them for the night. Don’t you wan
