Ali Kilman, from Kentucky, was involved in a car accident in 2017 where her injuries meant she had to have her jaw wired shut.
As a result, she was forced to learn American Sign Language (ASL) to converse.
When she got married this week, her dad Al Jones decided to do a special tribute to the significant journey she’s been on since the accident.
During the reception of Ali and groom, Mitch Kiman, in Ashland, dad Al signed an intimate and meaningful rendition of I Loved Her First by Heartland.
As soon as he began, an emotional Ali burst into tears.
The tear-jerking scene was filmed by filmmakers Always Hope Creative, who captured the special moment where Al began his speech and referenced the accident.
Ali was only able to communicate through non-verbal means at the time and began signing to her family to which they did not understand which resulted in the use of a whiteboard being used.
Al had the poignant song playing as he interpreted the lyrics into ASL.
The rehearsed piece brought the room to silence as the guests watched and listened intently.
At the end, Al was met with huge applause and received an emotional hug from his daughter.
Videographer for Always Hope Creative, Andrew Stevens said: ‘The mother of the bride told me they were planning it as a surprise.
‘I teared up as I was filming it. It was in suspense and a lot of tears flowing.’
What a sweet moment.
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While unconventional, it’s still pretty sweet.
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source https://metro.co.uk/2019/11/06/dad-signs-song-i-loved-her-first-at-mute-daughters-wedding-11050403/
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