I Wish I Do, Too
2011- 2
2014- 3
2015- 1
2016- 1
2016- 1
2017- 1
2018- 4
2019- 3
2020- 1
2021- 4
2022- 3
2023- 3
2024- 3
2025- 2
14 years of I do’s.
31 “I now pronounce you’s.”
9 different states and 20 cities.
2 real time proposals, 1 bachelorette party, 8 working, 1 plus-1, and no bridal party invites.
I’ve witnessed love in so many forms—
hetero and homosexual
during this sacred dedication
to one another.
A blessed occasion.
And then there’s me.
The favored wedding guest.
Although, not that close;
still dedicated to showing up…
no matter the distance.
Wondering if I’ll ever be
part of the number.
I pray I see it this lifetime.
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I feel the ache in this poem. I’m married, but I’ve never been a bridesmaid – all of my own bridesmaids eloped! I have craved having a friendship so essential to someone that they would ask me to stand beside them for such an important day.
The ache is also not being a bride. Those levels— bridesmaid, maid of honor, and bride— have yet to be unlocked.
A creative way to express deep emotions! Powerful!
Love the way the poem begins with a wedding count. I don’t even think I have had that many friends in my whole life, lol. This is beautifully vulnerable and honest. Thanks for sharing.