Woah...

OK, I had no idea what that experience would be like! Having my little girl sit across from me with a boys hand nervously placed on her knee and her clinging to it like she is scared to let go was crazy enough. But, then to have every crazy thought crash through my mind as to what they needed to tell us... yep, I pretty much knew. But, I guess my mind was crashing through thoughts in an attempt to find another possibility. None came. I knew what was about to happen. So, I said, "Wait". Then, I went in and retrieved my gun belt which has dozens of shiny bullets exposed along with my revolver and strapped it on. I then walked back in and said, "you were saying..."

I genuinely think he wondered whether I would use it. After taking it off and sitting there sincerely I think the boy was too nervous to speak so Savanna finally started to. She said, "Dad, mom, Aaron and I are engaged".

OK, here is where I couldn't have ever come close to grasping the intensity of the experience that was about to occur until living it.

I had every emotion possible flood my body at once. While feeling complete excitement for my little girl especially by seeing how happy and in love she appeared to be I also felt fear, confusion, a sense of wanting to be protective and many many others things. All at the exact same time. Very fascinating moment. I have to do this 4 more times?!

After a moment of Savanna explaining her feelings it appeared he was about to speak. So, I said, "Aaron, it is fine, take a deep breath".

My future son-in-law then went on to say the perfect words to let me know he cherishes my little girl and has only the best of intentions to make her happy. I appreciate him doing so.

We welcome him into our family with open arms and thank him for making Banna so happy. Congratulations Banna, we love you.