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Alex and Doug's Song

from Three Weddings And A Funeral by Chris Monti

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Alex and Doug were wed on 11/16/12. I played this song for them at their wedding reception.

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Alex and Doug’s Wedding Song written by Chris Monti

Friends and family we’re gathered here today
Our love to express, out respect to pay
For what we hope is the marital bliss
Of the union of Doug and my little sis

Starting out a life together
Sun and storm to ride and weather
A family to raise, a home to make
No doubt quick on the heels of cutting the cake

The Nisbets and Montis have long known each other
Each family lead by a strong father and mother
We each welcome the other, sisters and brother’s all
A bond made stronger by today’s church-bell call

I first met Doug when he was nine years old
I never imagined he would be so bold
To take my sister to have and to hold
Till they’re slow and gray and wrinkled and old

Doug I welcome you last as I welcomed Matt first
and Marcus in the middle, who amongst you three is the most cursed
With the particular tornado of the woman you’ve chosen
Burning fiery hot and icily frozen?

Doug, the simplest and the best advice I can give is,
“Let her win and she might let you live”

Alex, you can truly be a pain in the ass
Always trying to be the boss even though you were born last
But I really do love you despite every fight
Including the one we’ll probably have later tonight

Your sister and brother love and respect you
And we try to let go of our need to always protect you
But still you are our little sis
And after the dulling of this wedding day bliss
We’ll reveal ourselves older and wiser again and don’t be bitter
But you’ll be back to being the runt of the litter

In seriousness, Al…
Thanks Alex for being so supportive and understanding
Of a brother whom I know is very demanding
Not all siblings are friends and out friendship means a lot
Even when it burns a little too hot

So Alex and Dougie, on your wedding day
There are a few last things that I’d like to say…

There is something under the surface of life
Before love or hate, before man and wife
There is a whisper of a melody as thin as a hair
Its a call to attention a call to be here

No matter your job or life situation
Always listen carefully for that subtle vibration
It’s the tuning note of the love you feel for your beloved
There is no note below and no note above it

Don’t hold too tight to your opinions and ideas
To the things that you love, the things that you fear
And know that every action resonates
Through all of time and space

As you renew with marriage
This life you’ve shared for fifteen years
We toast and laugh and shed some tears
We wish you well and we wish you the best
And offer our love and support as you face each test

© 2012 Chris Monti

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from Three Weddings And A Funeral, released January 3, 2013
Chris Monti: guitar and vocals

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Chris Monti Providence, Rhode Island

Known for his effortless style and musical curiosity, Chris has immersed himself in West African guitar, dug deep into country-blues and old-time music, and moves seamlessly between diverse styles from Egypt, Peru and India. He has toured the East Coast, Canada and points west. He also enjoys his singular role in the community as a strange combination of entertainer, educator, and magician. ... more

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