Getting married is one of the most important days in our life. We plan for months, maybe even longer, to ensure that everything goes perfectly. But no matter how much we plan, there is always the possibility of a surprise. And nobody knows this better than Joshua Newville.

Joshua was ready to marry Emily Leehan, but it wasn’t his first trip down the aisle. He had been married before and already had a young son, Gage, who was there to witness the ceremony. Both Joshua and Emily serve in the US military, and as they were exchanging vows, something incredible happened that touched the heart of everyone in attendance.

Out of nowhere, Gage started shedding tears and rushed over to his new stepmother for a hug. There was so much emotion in that moment, and it was clear that it really meant something to him. It was a beautiful and unexpected interruption that brought tears to everyone’s eyes.

Emily had some heartfelt words for Gage during the ceremony: “I want you to be safe and try your hardest to be a good person. I hope you know that you’re a very special boy. You’ve helped me become the woman I am today, and even though I didn’t give you the gift of life, you are a gift to me.”

Those words brought Gage to tears. His father tried to comfort him, but it was the comfort and love from Emily that truly made a difference. It was a powerful moment that showed the bond between them.

This wedding interruption is something that everyone in attendance will always remember. And thanks to the viral story and pictures, it’s something that we can all remember too. It’s a reminder of the power of love and the beauty of unexpected moments that can touch our hearts.