I wish that he could be here today,
to send me off on my wedding day.
I can imagine how happy he'd be,
being the best big brother to me.
I wish that he could hear
this, my words to my brother dear.
I hope he knows I'm in good hands,
and I hope he understands
that although Death has torn us apart,
he'll have a special place in my heart.
And no one can take that away,
no matter that I'm getting married today.
I wish that Jack could see
me today and rest easy,
knowing that I'm alive
and that I strive
to keep him in my mind
by helping others and being kind.
Still I wish he was really here,
giving my hugs and easing my fears.
But he's not, so I must make do
with saying this, and hope it's true
that loved ones departed can still know
what you say to them, even though
They're not there anymore.
I must face this alone,
to start a family of my own.
And though you might never come back,
I will never stop loving you, Jack.
