He clasped my shaking hand and placed the ring on my finger. “I know sometimes it feels like the stars are against us. But you truly are my angel. You bring light and warmth to my world, and even though you challenge my patience and my sanity at times, I know that life will never be boring with you around. I want to be there for every smile, every laugh, and every kiss. I love you, so Yelena Marie Nikitina, will you do me the honor of becoming my wife?”
