This article first appeared in Bhutanobserver: October 14, 2011
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As the nation celebrates one of the most momentous occasions, the
Royal Wedding, I would like to offer my humble prayers and best wishes
to the royal couple. This is an auspicious moment in history that will
never come again in my lifetime. The ecstasy I feel is unfathomable. It
will be painful to see it become a memory soon. Yet, it will be an
everlasting memory of joy and happiness that will remain imprinted in
the minds of all the Bhutanese people.
We thank all our gods and goddesses for granting us such a beautiful
and compassionate Queen. I am sure that, as the ceremonies at the most
historic dzong happened under the watchful eyes of our deities, our King
and Queen are adequately blessed.
Every video footage and portrait of His Majesty and Her Majesty
radiates intimate love and affection. This is how his Majesty shows how
Bhutanese couples should be. His Majesty always insists on love, care,
and affection among family, friends, and among Bhutanese people in
general. The royal union is truly made in heaven. May our King and Queen
be blessed with everlasting happiness and peace.
The way His Majesty looks after the welfare of the people during
times of joy and sorrow is exemplary. He is willing to forego all the
princely comforts and experience the pain of a commoner to reach all the
nooks and corners of the country to learn the situation of humble
folks. His only desire is to make every Bhutanese happy. Now, with the
royal union, we have all the reasons under the sun to aspire for a
brighter future.
At this juncture in history, we should also pay homage to our
protector deities for ensuring peace and happiness in the country. May
they continue to shower protection and happiness on our King and Queen,
who are the source of people’s peace and happiness.
Our prayers are countless, and our wishes, boundless. I humbly wish
my King and Queen all the happiness of this world. I pray for undying
love and happiness in their life so that we can reap the fruits of their
happy union.
