Your wedding is a time to come together with the people who matter most in your life and celebrate the love you share with your partner. While you might have some solid ideas about what you would like to see come from your special day, it stands to reason there are still a number of concerns you harbor. For many, choosing the right readings for their same-sex ceremonies can prove to be somewhat difficult. Though these moments are not the lynch-pin of your event, the ideal readings can make a dramatic difference to the tone of the night. To get your wheels turning, explore some of these suggestions and see what options are in front of you.

Political Side

While you might not feel like a political person, the road to legalizing same-sex marriage was a long and political one. Though love and matters of the heart are personal, the government remained steadfast in archaic beliefs surrounding same-sex unions until June 26, 2015. On this date, people all over the nation rejoiced at the decision to overrule these old laws. Though you may not want to keep this at the forefront of your ceremony, there are a few easy ways to incorporate the message into your wedding.

The words delivered by Justice Anthony Kennedy upon legalizing same-sex marriage are often repeated because of how powerful they were. Kennedy’s closing statement nails the message home: “[Same-sex couples’] hope is not to be condemned to live in loneliness, excluded from one of civilization’s oldest institutions. They ask for equal dignity in the eyes of the law. The Constitution grants them that right.” Using part of the speech in your wedding readings can help to pay honor to the fight and rejoice in the victories that led you and your partner to this moment.

Romantic Side

You can also consider a number of romantic readings for your event. Poetry is always a lovely choice in this regard, though you might want to steer clear of the typical readings found at weddings. You may have heard the phrase “love is patient, love is kind” enough in your life for the words to have lost all meaning. Instead of dipping into familiar wells for words of love, take a moment to explore new works and the unique words of emerging writers.

The British poet Warsan Shire has made a name for herself in recent years for her empowering poetry about family, love, struggle, and the fleeting sense of “home.” Her poems about love may add the right amount of depth to the moment. Similarly, the words of Chilean poet Pablo Neruda drip with honey. Whether you read them in their original Spanish or explore some of the many English translations, you are sure to fall head over heels for some of the striking imagery elicited by Neruda’s words. Find a poet whose words speak to your relationship.

Comical Side

Finally, a little bit of humor can go a long way. Though you might want to save the bulk of the laughs for the toasts at the reception, there are some simple ways to sneak in a chuckle or two. Playwright Oscar Wilde was known for his sharp wit and biting tongue, but there is truth to be found in his quips. One of his more famous lines perfectly captures the essence of his words: “Life is far too important a thing ever to talk seriously about.” Toss some Wilde into your readings and see faces light up.

Choosing the right words can transform the readings at your wedding. Do some research and find the perfect fit for your special day.