Officiant: This wedding is also a celebration of family. It is the blending of two families, separate up to this moment, but united from this day forward -- blending their different traditions, strengthening the family tree.
__________and wish to honor this blending of the families by presenting a rose to their mothers -- to thank their parents for the many selfless sacrifices they have made and for their unconditional love so freely given to their children.
Bride & Groom exchange hugs with her parents and present a rose to her mother.
Bride & Groom exchange hugs with his parents and present a rose to his mother.