Wedding Day

by Cheryl Merrick

On a spring day
bright with new beginnings,
a mother and daughter stand
in the soft light of stained glass windows,
and speak of faith.
As buttons on the wedding gown are fastened,
an era is closed.
A woman emerges
radiant in her love
to kneel at the altar of the Lord.
In a mirrored room,
Fathers witness
words of commitment spoken,
while mothers watch through misty eyes,
as a new family is formed,
created by love,
and forged by
Priesthood power.

It Is Enough

by Cheryl Merrick

We had been waiting for them to recognize
the depth of their love.
The moment came, and
He asked our daughter to marry him.
Now, he asks her father for our blessing.
Our quick affirmation leaves him wondering,
“Are they just anxious to marry off their daughter?
They don’t even know me.”
How can we explain to him?