This ceremony reading is written by Australian poet Erin Hanson and is about the importance of hard times and the lessons that can be learned as a result. However, inevitably, bad times will always come to an end and with that comes the hope for a brighter future. The message in this beautiful poem makes for the perfect addition to any ceremony.

Life is Unpredictable by Erin Hanson

Life is unpredictable,
It changes with the seasons,
Even your coldest winter
Happens for the best of reasons,
And though it feels eternal,
Like all you'll ever do is freeze,
I promise spring is coming,
And with it, brand new leaves

― Erin Hanson