James Thompson stood on the stage waiting for Julia Land.
Although he was puzzled to see Cody Thompson and the others, now was not the time to quibble over such matters.
Below the stage, Eleanor Thompson had just opened her mouth to call out "Dad," when Maya Chant quickly covered her mouth, "Eleanor, be a good girl and don't shout, or you'll get scolded."
Eleanor felt an urge to cry.
The wedding march was playing.
With Connor Bell by her side, Julia Land walked up to James Thompson, gently placing her hand in the palm of his.
James Thompson tightly clasped Julia's hand.
The officiant began the wedding ceremony, "Today, we are here to witness the union of Mr. James Thompson and Miss Julia Land. They have weathered many storms to be here together, let's give them our sincerest blessings."
Before the crowd, James and Julia exchanged vows and rings.
He gently cradled her face in his hands and kissed her forehead.
The guests burst into applause.