Having readers for your ceremony is an enhancement to your vows. Good poetry is universal and there are some good nontraditional poems out there that are worth noting.
Check out "The Irrational Season" (excerpts) by Madeleine L'Engle and "love" by Roy Croft. They are both beautifully written, and I have not heard either of them until this week. The L'Engle piece is an essay, not poetry, but leaves a penetrating message.
Of course, your readers should be comfortable with their assignments. I officiated a ceremony in mid-August where the readers had practiced a lot and it showed. Every moment counts in a ceremony; every moment has the opportunity for spirit to open up and hearts to become more whole. Good poetry can do this for you and for your guests.
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