Hi all, my brother is getting married soon, and I will be giving a speech at the reception.
Last year I was a plus one to a wedding, and someone read this beautiful poem about love in the modern age. Unfortunately I cannot seem to find it, and I haven’t been able to get an answer through the person I knew at the wedding.
The poem basically describes mundane situations in modern life. The main one I kind of remember revolved about being in an airport and possibly missing a flight.
Alternatively I am also open to suggestions of poems about how love is in the day to day mundane, and not only in big gestures.
Thanks in advance!
Personally I find that something you write from the heart is more impactful. Based on an experience or memory with the person, make it relatable so that the audience can get a glimpse of your relationship and the moment. Short, funny then sweet: Give them a chuckle, then bring a tear to their eye all under three minutes.
I completely agree. I am planning on speaking from the heart as well. But I loved that poem so much and it was very short, that I wanted to wrap up with it.
I think that’s the perfect combination for you then!
I’ve been a best man twice and both times I quoted from “The Prophet” by Kahlil Gibran, specifically the “On Love” section. “On Marriage” and “On Children” also have appropriate words for a wedding.
Thank you for sharing! These are definitely good contenders.
A Wedding Toast by James Bertolino: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/150177/a-wedding-toast
That’s lovely, thank you!
Honestly, this is one of those times I use chatgpt, this is what it’s great at. The prompt being pretty much exactly what you asked for. Ask for something like “ten options you think it could be”.
As an aside I like the idea of a poem. I’ve seen so many speeches. The best ones are the ones that a short and sweet and get the point across meaninfully. Whenever I see a maid of honor walking up with pages in her hand I know it’s going to be awkward and weird.
