Toast

“Everyone, can I get your attention, please? I want to make a toast to my son and my future daughter-in-law." Isaac’s dad stands up from his seat holding a wine glass. The table becomes silent and focuses its attention on Mr. Jones.

“First of all, I want to congratulate you both on your engagement. I and your Mom are so happy when we know that you’re finally taking an interest in someone. We were on a trip at that time when your sister told us and we couldn't believe what we heard that time so we flew back here to see with our own eyes. We’re so eager to meet the woman who brought our son back but your sister has not allowed us to fly to Ohio and meet her immediately. We waited till your birthday dinner and we were a bit shocked when we received an invitation from your sister. We know you’ve never celebrated your birthday after that incident. Honestly, I became nervous that time I thought you were going to be mad to all of us once again but I didn’t expect your reaction that time. For