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Help finding a specific (or suggestions for a nice one) poem for a wedding speech (self.asklemmy)

submitted 8 months ago by neo2478 to c/[email protected]

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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!

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[–] [email protected] 3 points 8 months ago (1 children)

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.

[–] neo2478 2 points 8 months ago (1 children)

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.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 8 months ago (1 children)

I think that’s the perfect combination for you then!

[–] neo2478 1 points 8 months ago

Thank you for the advice!