Man Storms Church after Priest’s Words, ‘Speak Now or Forever Hold Your Peace’ & Yells, ‘Stop It!’

As Noah and Alice prepare for their upcoming wedding, Noah grows suspicious of the new lavish purchases that Alice has made—items that are above their pay grade. Later, a mysterious man disrupts their wedding. Who is he, and what does he want?

After three years together, Alice and I were finally getting married. Initially, we didn’t care about having a big wedding—we just wanted the day to be a culmination of our love story, a day where we’d stand before our family and friends.

A wedding invitation and RSVP card | Source: Pexels

A wedding invitation and RSVP card | Source: Pexels

And yet, despite everything unfolding perfectly, a cloud of unease had settled over me, one that had nothing to do with the weather and everything to do with the recent changes I’d noticed in Alice.

“I just can’t wait for our big day,” Alice gushed over breakfast one morning. “I have a few surprises, but nothing set in stone yet.”

I had no clue what she was talking about, but I figured it would be worth it—Alice was always trying to make things special in her own way.

After three years together, Alice and I were finally getting married. Initially, we didn’t care about having a big wedding—we just wanted the day to be a culmination of our love story, a day where we’d stand before our family and friends.

A wedding invitation and RSVP card | Source: Pexels

A wedding invitation and RSVP card | Source: Pexels

And yet, despite everything unfolding perfectly, a cloud of unease had settled over me, one that had nothing to do with the weather and everything to do with the recent changes I’d noticed in Alice.

“I just can’t wait for our big day,” Alice gushed over breakfast one morning. “I have a few surprises, but nothing set in stone yet.”

I had no clue what she was talking about, but I figured it would be worth it—Alice was always trying to make things special in her own way.

A couple eating breakfast in bed | Source: Pexels

A couple eating breakfast in bed | Source: Pexels

But then, in the weeks leading up to our wedding, Alice acquired several expensive accessories—a branded bag, designer shoes, and even a pair of enormous diamond earrings. It all seemed out of reach for us.

We’d always been practical about our finances, understanding our limitations. So, when I saw these designer items, I couldn’t help but question how Alice could afford them.

I asked her about it—I didn’t want to begin a new life with Alice without knowing.

“Are you sure we can afford this?” I asked, holding up the shopping bag, its content a silent accusation.

A pair of bridal shoes and earrings | Source: Pexels

A pair of bridal shoes and earrings | Source: Pexels

Alice had been gone for most of the day, with her phone set to silent. I didn’t know where she had been, and my mind ran marathons. For a moment, I assumed the worst—that Alice was seeing someone else, someone who had splurged on luxury items.

“I got a bonus at work, Noah,” she said. “I just want to be perfect for our wedding. I want to go all out for this one day in my life.”

Alice smiled at me, a slow and reassuring smile.

I believed her. Of course, I did.

A woman smiling at the camera | Source: Pexels

A woman smiling at the camera | Source: Pexels

Her explanation eased my worries, temporarily silencing the nagging voice in my head. And I was grateful because I wouldn’t willingly get married to Alice while nursing these treacherous thoughts.

As the ceremony began, Alice looked radiant, the very image of happiness, yet her eyes occasionally drifted to the hall’s entrance.

We stood there, listening to the priest speak about love and commitment inside and outside of marriage. Alice’s hand, tucked inside mine, grew sweatier as he spoke.

She continued to glance at the entrance the entire time.

“Are you okay?” I murmured to her. “What’s wrong?”

Alice shook her head slightly and smiled ahead at the priest.

A priest holding the bride and groom | Source: Pexels

A priest holding the bride and groom | Source: Pexels

We went ahead and said our vows, Alice’s eyes still flickering to the door.

Who did she expect to show up? I wondered.

The priest’s voice echoed through the venue once more—a solemn call for any objections to our marriage.

“If anyone here has any objection, speak now or forever hold your peace.”

Silence reigned, causing me to smile.

But it was shattered within seconds by the dramatic entrance of a man whose presence immediately caused Alice’s face to light up in a way that I hadn’t seen throughout the entire ceremony.

A man wearing a suit | Source: Pexels

A man wearing a suit | Source: Pexels

Every muscle in my body seized.

“Stop it!” the man boomed. “Stop the ceremony!”

Alice gasped, clasping her hands to her chest.

“I’m so sorry for interrupting the ceremony! I know I’m late, Father,” he said. “But please, let me just walk my little girl down the aisle. I’ve broken all promises to her, but this one, I can’t.”

Our guests murmured, their shock evident. Alice’s mother was on her feet, her hands clutching Alice’s bouquet tightly.

A shocked woman wearing blue | Source: Pexels

A shocked woman wearing blue | Source: Pexels

“Alice, is that…?” I began, my voice trailing off as the reality of the situation dawned on me.

Of course. Alice had the man’s eyes, and his chin. It was clear.

“Yes,” she whispered. “That’s my dad.”

Her father, a man who had been more absent than present in her life, had chosen this moment to fulfill a promise, to be there for his daughter when it mattered the most.

“Shall I carry on?” the priest asked me.

“No, let’s do the walk again,” I smiled.

A bride holding her father's hand | Source: Pexels

A bride holding her father’s hand | Source: Pexels

As her father took her arm, guiding her toward me, I saw Alice in a new light. She finally looked like a bride who had been waiting for this day.

She beamed.

We began the ceremony again. This time, Alice laughed through her vows and cried through mine.

Afterward, her father embraced me tightly.

“Thank you,” he said. “Thank you for looking after my girl.”

Later, when Alice and I were in our rented car, being driven off to the airport for our honeymoon, she told me everything.

A bride and groom sitting in a car | Source: Pexels

A bride and groom sitting in a car | Source: Pexels

It turned out that Alice had reached out to her father a few weeks before the wedding. They had been speaking on and off over the years, but when it came down to our wedding—she just wanted him to walk her down the aisle.

“My dad bought me the handbag,” she admitted. “But the shoes and earrings were from my bonus.”

I’m not sure if my father-in-law plans on being a part of our lives, but I do know that I’m grateful he walked Alice down the aisle.

“Maybe he’ll stick around,” she said later when we were sipping on champagne.

Maybe he will.

A person holding a glass of champagne | Source: Pexels

A person holding a glass of champagne | Source: Pexels

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’’We Got Stares’’, Parents Choose to Remove Baby Girl’s Rare Birthmark to Avoid Rude Reactions

A happy mom recently told the story of how her little girl said goodbye to a birthmark on her forehead, even though they initially faced some criticism from doctors.

A very uncommon birthmark.

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Here’s the story of Celine Casey and her two-year-old daughter, Vienna Shaw. Vienna was born with a rare birthmark called congenital melanocytic nevus (CMN) on her forehead, which only occurs in one out of every 20,000 newborns.

When Celine learned about the birthmark, she felt worried and wondered if she had done something wrong during her pregnancy. She didn’t know what the birthmark would mean for Vienna but was determined to remove it so that her daughter could grow up without feeling different.

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Even though the birthmark didn’t affect Brookshaw’s physical health, Casey knew it could impact her daughter’s mental well-being as she grew older and interacted with other children who might be curious about her condition.
Celine shared that the family sometimes used to hide Vienna’s birthmark by covering her face when they went out. She said, “We went out daily with her and got a few stares.”

The surgery was challenging.

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When they sought help from the NHS, the family received disheartening feedback. Doctors couldn’t go ahead with the surgery to remove the birthmark, categorizing it as a cosmetic procedure.

However, the parents viewed it differently. They were genuinely worried about potential teasing from other kids, which could affect their daughter’s mental well-being at a young age. Casey was also concerned that if they didn’t remove the birthmark, her daughter might grow to resent her and her partner.

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The parents took matters into their own hands and privately raised the required funds. Through crowdfunding, they managed to gather $52,000 within 24 hours. However, due to increased hospital costs in 2020, they had to raise an additional $27,000. With a new funding request, they eventually reached their goal.

They encountered difficulties with doctors.

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Disagreements between the medical team and the parents have led to differing opinions. Vienna’s parents wanted the birthmark removed through surgery, but the surgeon refused to perform the procedure. The surgeon’s stance is rooted in the belief that the child should make the decision once she reaches an appropriate age.

After this controversy arose, Daniel Brookshaw, Vienna’s father, expressed his dissatisfaction with the doctor’s viewpoint. The doctor also consulted with a dermatologist who concurred with the surgeon, emphasizing that the birthmark doesn’t threaten Vienna’s health and is not cancerous.

The surgery was completed successfully.

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Vienna is now two years old, and her doctors have successfully removed her birthmark, leaving only a faint scar between her eyebrows. Casey regularly shares updates on Shaw’s scar and recovery process on her social media, and followers often comment on how beautiful her little girl looks.

Despite the birthmark being gone, Casey mentioned that they still have to travel between cities to check the healing of the scar and see if any additional procedures are needed beyond the three she has already undergone. Shaw is now enjoying the typical life of a two-year-old.

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This little girl’s case with her birthmark brings attention to the delicate balance between parental advocacy and a child’s autonomy in medical decisions. While her parents aimed to secure her social acceptance and well-being, medical professionals stressed the importance of respecting Vienna’s future autonomy over her own body.

This story serves as a reminder of the intricate ethical considerations that arise when navigating the boundaries of parental authority and individual autonomy, prompting broader reflections on the rights of minors in the medical realm.

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