THE WEDDING

Is there is a day more joyous than a wedding day? For I can think of none  

Before you answer, in my defense, I just attended one.

Yes I have seen the purest joy of which any God intended

Spread across the faces of the people who attended.

In fact this was an outdoor wedding that so thoroughly beguiled

Anyone who happened by just had to stop and smile.

For the joy of any wedding is not only in its grace

But in the contagious way the smiles keep appearing on your face.

So as I wish Amanda and Andy a love that will forever last

As they head off to the future…I’m reminded of the past.

I’ve known Amanda’s mom and dad for many, many years

Before the vestiges of age on our faces first appeared.

I witnessed joy standing by their side at their wedding long ago

And at the wedding yesterday once again I saw its glow.

It was the same joy from years ago and I would be remiss if I didn’t add

It was etched again upon the faces of Amanda’s mom and dad.

My biggest wish for Amanda and Andy as you move from this time and this place

Is that in 30 years, just like your parents, you have that same joy etched upon your face.

A quick wedding note before I go:

(When all you have to do is attend a wedding there is nothing you have to lose

Perhaps that’s why I forgot my belt and socks while Deborah forgot her shoes.)