write wedding vows from the heart
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Saying "I do" to your new spouse is the key moment in any wedding ceremony -- and if you've decided to recite your own vows, it can be even more meaningful. Self-written wedding vows add a personal touch to the ceremony, giving your guests a peek into the depth of your commitment to each other. Although you might feel nervous at the prospect of saying the words out loud, the reality is that writing them will probably be the most difficult part. With a little time and effort, though, you and your soon-to-be spouse will be able to craft heartfelt words that your guests won't soon forget.
Things You'll Need
- Piece of paper
- Pen
Instructions
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Decide on the logistics of writing your own vows. Perhaps you and your significant other would like to write your vows together, or you'd prefer a more private approach. More reticent couples will likely choose to collaborate on vow-writing and may recite the same promises to each other.
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Think about the overall tone you want to convey. Your vows can be serious, romantic or lighthearted -- whatever emotion you feel best fits the dynamic between you and your significant other. Once you've made this decision, you'll be able to write vows that fit into that mood.
3
Take a piece of paper and a pen and start to write. You should think of this as brainstorming time. Write a letter to your significant other, explaining why you love him. Describe some of his most important qualities. You can talk about how the two of you met, the moment you realized you were in love, and how things have changed ever since. Talk about at least two or three of your most meaningful times together -- perhaps a time when he was there for you, when he made you laugh or when he proposed to you.
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Write about what you expect out of marriage. Think about why you are marrying this person. It might be helpful to answer questions like, "What am I most looking forward to about marriage?" and "What will keep our marriage strong?"
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Encapsulate the best parts of your writing session into your vows. Read over what you've written and look for a theme or two that sums up your feelings. For example, you might have noted when your partner stood by you during a difficult time. You could incorporate that into your vows by saying something like, "Even when things get tough, I will stand by you so that we can accomplish more than we would alone." Although the sentiment should be less than a minute, you should be able to include how much your partner means to you and how you will honor your commitment in marriage.
Tips &- Warnings
Check with your officiant to verify that he will allow personalized vows in the ceremony. He will probably want to look over your vows before the wedding day.
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