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.