A Sister's Wedding Blessing

For alto voice and piano accompaniment

The words to "A Sister's Wedding Blessing" were written by Susan Silverman for her sister's wedding. She sent me the lyrics and a recording of her singing and asked me to make a song out of them. I was happy to do so, and she performed it for her sister in the summer of 2009.

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Flowing dresses and white gowns, can't believe this day is here
The girl who used to braid my hair and had a listening ear
Now will share her life with a handsome sailor man
Their life is just beginning and will be in His hands.

The music from the organ brings her down the walking aisle
Dad stands beside her proudly, letting go will be a trial.
God has blessed these two, they're filled with love and full of grace
I can't believe the magic and love that's in this place.

There are just three things that last, they're faith life and love
Love will be the greatest one that's given from above
The love that's in this moment will help them through life's tests
No power on earth could break this bond their life, it will be bless'd

Catching fireflies in summer see how this little girl has grown
Playing dress up in the basement; how could we have known?
The day that she had dreamed of would soon be coming true
They'll make their vows today, each day their love will be renewed.

There are just three things that last, they're faith life and love
Love will be the greatest one that's given from above
The love that's in this moment will help them through life's tests
No power on earth could break this bond their life, it will be bless'd

Sound the wedding bells out loud two hearts are now one
With these promises they've made their love can't be undone.
Hold on tight to what is good this love will be your treasure
May God bless you and keep you, now until forever!

There are just three things that last, they're faith life and love
Love will be the greatest one that's given from above
The love that's in this moment will help them through life's tests
No power on earth could break this bond their life, it will be bless'd