Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Renewing Vows

What site would you suggest visiting concerning renewing vows, our first wedding was a "quickie", and we'd like to have a renewal of our vows to remember?

Some suggested sites: A church or synagogue, a home, a sentimental location (where you met, etc.), a scenic location, park or garden, a historic building or mansion, a vacation spot. As you can see, reaffirmation sites can be just about anywhere you like.

Anyone can officiate, since this is not a legal wedding (you've already done that). For renewal of vows as a religious commitment, a clergy person is the right officiant. A judge, family patriarch, college president, or someone in authority you respect could perform the ceremony. Your ceremony and reception can be as elaborate as you like. You can do the whole nine yards with wedding dress, bridesmaids, etc. The bride's headpiece should be simple and a wedding veil is not worn. Consider flowers, jeweled combs, etc. Some people use the same attendants as the first wedding. Or if there were none, start fresh. Consider including your children (if you have any) in the ceremony. Gifts should not be expected, although many guests will probably want to give you some memento. You can use the same rings you already have (and exchange them again). Or, new rings (an anniversary ring, gemstone ring (with birthstones), or a ring with a diamond or other precious stone for the number of years you've been together) can be used. A photographer and/or videographer should record all the happy moments. A guest book is also a good idea, cause your friends can write their good wishes. A fun idea is to ask guests to bring a photograph of them with one or both of you that you can keep. These can be posted on a board at the reception as you receive them and then you will also be able to put them in an album later. A second (or first) honeymoon can also be added to the planning.

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