Thursday, January 6, 2011

Marriage: Our Love is Life


The couple for whom I wrote this poem wanted nature to be part of their marriage vows because that was the most sacred way they knew of to pledge themselves to one another. Standing under the sky, they felt as if they were in God's presence. I was happy to write this poem as a part of their marriage ceremony.



Our love is deep and constant as the sea,

yet fresh as mountain air in early spring

and free as meadowlarks who, taking wing,

come home to find their rest in nest and tree.

Our love is life, for earth and sky are we,

and air and water––and two hearts that sing.

These are the lasting treasures that we bring...

I give myself to you, and you to me.

You give yourself to me, and I to you.

On this, our wedding day, with loved ones near,

the dream we found together has come true.

Our hands are joined, and now our path is clear:

to make love live and breathe in all we do.

This is our marriage vow, for God to hear.

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49 comments:

  1. ~✽Mumsy✽~January 6, 2011 at 3:22 AM

    How beautiful! This is what love should be, or an ideal one for anyone to dream of..

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  2. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)January 6, 2011 at 3:55 AM

    WoW, thank you Miss Sue. I read this and felt it was written just for me. You see today is our 38th weddin' anniversary.

    Now, is this fitting or what??? It was simply perfectly beautiful girlf!

    God bless ya and have an extraordinary day sweetie!!!

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  3. MaryJanuary 6, 2011 at 4:01 AM

    Lovely images to go along with your beautiful wedding vow poem!

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  4. UnknownJanuary 6, 2011 at 4:06 AM

    That is incredibly beautiful, Sue! I actually teared up while reading this because it's so full of emotion. You can really feel the depth of the love and devotion between the couple. Excellant poem!

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  5. AnonymousJanuary 6, 2011 at 4:38 AM

    What a beautiful vow! The pictures you selected to go with it are equally beautiful.

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  6. Jocelyn ChristensenJanuary 6, 2011 at 5:33 AM

    That was so wonderful! Great job!

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  7. UnknownJanuary 6, 2011 at 5:46 AM

    Just beautiful! The words and the pictures. I wish we all could have a poem like this when we get married!

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  8. TracyJanuary 6, 2011 at 7:01 AM

    Love. Love. Love.

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  9. WendyJanuary 6, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    I like the pictures along with the words. I love pictures.

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  10. Rocky Mountain WomanJanuary 6, 2011 at 7:24 AM

    Lovely poem and lovely images...

    What a sweet way to pledge your love!

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  11. CharmingdesignsJanuary 6, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    Your photos are beautiful as is your poem. We moved from Oregon back to so calif. We feel so alive with so many things to see and do.

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  12. Katie BlackerJanuary 6, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    pretty pictures, beautiful poem.

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  13. GattinaJanuary 6, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    What a nice post ! I am married since 41 years, so you must be right, lol !

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  14. JoJanuary 6, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    Sue that was just beautiful ... you sure do have some mad writing skills!

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  15. Brian MillerJanuary 6, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    wow. this is beautiful...perfect vows....love the pics you chose as well...

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  16. fredamansJanuary 6, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Beautiful prose.

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  17. LisaluluJanuary 6, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    That is beautiful. Our wedding anniversary is tomorrow, how appropriate this is. AND I love her wedding dress, I'll have to send this to Kieri.

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  18. karenJanuary 6, 2011 at 11:46 AM

    That was really beautiful - they must have loved it! I'll need to have a special occasion and arrange for you to write some verse for it. Love it!

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  19. AnonymousJanuary 6, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    Oh, I had chills up and down my arms while reading this...it is beautiful and what a wonderful gift for the couple to cherish all their days. How many couples have a beautiful poem written for them on their wedding day by such a talented poet? They were blessed. And so are you dear Sue, with a great talent. Hugs

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  20. AmyJanuary 6, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    Awwwww, I really like it. I believe that nature is sacred. What a beautiful poem, and what a beautiful place to be married!

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  21. GabeJanuary 6, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    the part about making love live and breathe. . .love that!

    Thanks for sharing!

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  22. DonnaJanuary 6, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    Just beautiful Sue...and right now I'm feeling like it was for me (us ) too. That music was in our wedding!!...thankyou!!

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  23. Grandma HoneyJanuary 6, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    And the music you added to your blog fits perfectly. It's always an experience here.

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  24. RedTedArtJanuary 6, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    aaaah how lovely!!

    Maggy

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  25. UnknownJanuary 6, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    Lovely. Simply lovely!

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  26. RachelJanuary 6, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    Beautiful! A lovely vow--they are a lucky couple to start their life out together with that.
    ~M

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  27. PatJanuary 6, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    Your wedding poem said it all - well done with lovely images too.

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  28. yayaJanuary 6, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    Beautiful! It makes me want to go get married again and say these words... Of course I'd pick the same fella I've been married to for 36yrs! The pics along with the music made this such a sweet post..Thanks!

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  29. JudieJanuary 6, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    Sue, you are a wonderful, loving, gifted woman. I wish I were like you!!

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  30. DarleneJanuary 6, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    That must have been some wedding! The poem is so descriptive and beautiful. I bet they loved it too.

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  31. SamsonJanuary 6, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    beautiful quotes and photos

    thanks for your comment on my blog

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  32. Grandma Yellow HairJanuary 6, 2011 at 4:51 PM

    Oh Sue this is really lovely! I know that young couple are so appreciative of such a beautiful poem for their special day.
    Love
    Maggie

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  33. AmesJanuary 6, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    Wow! Sue this is just absolutely beautiful!~Ames

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  34. Joy For Your JourneyJanuary 6, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    That is so sweet and beautiful. I love the pictures as well. They go along perfectly.

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  35. JessJanuary 6, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    That was lovely Sue. Good words to remember for after the wedding too!

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  36. PondsideJanuary 6, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    The bride and groom must have been thrilled with this - what a gift!

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  37. Su-sieee! MacJanuary 7, 2011 at 12:38 AM

    Oh, Sue! Your vows are so blessedly beautiful! Thank you for sharing them. You do know you have a very loving heart, don't you?

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  38. Theresa PlasJanuary 7, 2011 at 3:10 AM

    So sweet Sue! Thanks for sharing!

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  39. Personalized Sketches and SentimentsJanuary 7, 2011 at 4:58 AM

    Beautiful wedding vow and great images to go with it.

    Blessings & Aloha!
    Thank you Sue for stopping by and I am so happy you all are happy with the art you ordered.

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  40. Vicki/JakeJanuary 7, 2011 at 5:58 AM

    Most excellent :)

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  41. AnonymousJanuary 7, 2011 at 6:33 AM

    Oh Sue, that is beautiful and what a lovely way to share your vows in the midst of nature, gorgeous photos what a happy day!

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  42. jlshallJanuary 7, 2011 at 6:34 AM

    Beautiful poem, and amazing photos! This was a lovely "M" post.

    Thanks for visiting my blog, and Happy New Year!
    ~ Joy @ Joysweb

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  43. AnonymousJanuary 7, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    What a beautiful poem for a wedding. Perfect!

    Teresa

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  44. CherylJanuary 8, 2011 at 3:21 AM

    Beautiful piece Sue. And Eva Cassidy singing in the background was very sweet.

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  45. Splendid Little StarsJanuary 8, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    lovely! The accompanying photographs are so perfect!

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  46. Cheryl D.January 8, 2011 at 11:50 PM

    Beautiful poem and pictures!

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  47. JennyJanuary 9, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    What a beautiful gift for a couple in love.

    Words that can last forever.

    So much more moving than a toaster.

    The pictures you shared were so perfect, Miss Sue.

    I love visiting you and seeing what you've decided to share wtih us for Alphabe-Thursday.

    A+

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  48. CBJanuary 10, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    I hope that is something that they print and frame - beautiful beautiful beautiful!

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  49. vernaJanuary 17, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    Dear Sue, Dick sent me your blog address to share your beautiful thoughts and pictures. It was a real uplift for me, so beautiful. Your poetry touches my heart. I have your poetry URL in my favorites.

    Love your parents. They are terrific people and our very good friends. So glad that is the case. Verna Carneal

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