So I was making cards this week and came across this beautiful poem that turns out is a traditional Apache Marriage Blessing. I have two wedding showers this month (both of which I'm unfortunately missing) but I am using this poem in both cards because it kind of captures the essence of each couple. They are both very outdoorsy and active so an American Indian blessing seems kind of fitting for couples of nature :)
Now you will feel no rain, for each of you will be shelter for the other.
Now you will feel no cold, for each of you will be warmth for the other.
Now there will be no loneliness, for each of you will be a companion for the other.
Now you are two persons, but there is only one life before you.
May beauty surround you both in the journey ahead and through all the years. May happiness be your companion and your days together be good and long upon this earth.
If you are married, or with a special someone, I hope this blessing echoes your relationship. Enjoy your Saturday! We are off to an Easter Egg Hunt, an Easter Dinner and a Baptism!
Such a pretty blessing! Love it!
ReplyDeleteFound this while looking for readings for my wedding...it's not actually a native american poem or blessing. An author included it in a book he wrote about the Wild West as if it were real and it's taken off from there. It's super pretty, but to say it's authentic is misleading.
ReplyDeleteOh! Thanks for the insight, I had no idea! Well hope you find the perfect readings for your wedding, congratulations.
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