Every bride dreams of their wedding day, envisioning it in their mind for years. Rachel Pitman, who recently got married, had a unique and heartfelt request – she wanted her 95-year-old grandfather to be her flower boy. You may have heard of flower girls, but have you ever heard of a ‘flower grandad’? I hadn’t until I saw Rachel Pitman’s viral Instagram video from her wedding day.

In the heartwarming video, Rachel’s grandpa, Bert Edlin, led the wedding procession with a basket of petals, throwing them with an ear-to-ear smile. It was evident that his presence meant the world to Rachel, and there’s a beautiful story behind it.

Rachel shared on Instagram that her grandfather had undergone a challenging surgical procedure just a year before her wedding. The outlook seemed grim, with doctors giving him low chances of recovery. They even said that if he did recover, he might not be able to walk, talk, or eat again. But in the midst of his speechlessness, Bert handed Rachel a piece of paper with a note that said, “I will make it to your wedding.”

Determined to fulfill his promise, Bert embarked on months of physical therapy after his surgery, pushing himself to regain his strength and mobility. And he did it! He walked down the aisle as Rachel’s flower grandad, showcasing his incredible determination. Rachel couldn’t help but express her gratitude and admiration for her grandfather, calling him the most determined person she knows and feeling incredibly lucky to have him as her grandad.

This heartwarming story reminds us of the power of love, determination, and family bonds. It teaches us that age is just a number and that with resilience, anything is possible. Bert’s presence as the flower grandad not only added a unique touch to Rachel’s wedding but also served as a testament to the strength of their bond.