Instead of raising daughters to dream

of the perfect wedding.

Costing thousands of dollars.

That lasts a day.

Raise them to dream of their perfect life.

To search for their heart before dress.

Find their identity before a prince.

Reach for the stars before a ring.

Toss their hair before a bouquet.

Say I did before I do.

Walk the talk before the aisle.

Get married on a beach with twelve people

and no shoes.

Instead of gifts a honeymoon.

Cherish the favors they leave behind.

And you will have the perfect bride.