Write Wedding Vows | 10 Year Anniversary Rings
The vows that are said during a wedding ceremony should be heartfelt and personal to the couple speaking them. These words should be chosen carefully because they are about to become an eternal promise to the love of your life. The good news is that it is easy to write original, traditional sounding vows for your love. This post will help you get past the nervous block and write vows worthy of your special someone.
Step 1: Decide what you want to say and who you are saying it to.
Answering these simple questions will help you get your heart and mind in the right place:
- What do you love most about your future spouse?
- What is the most important thing you want to promise?
- How does this person compare to the partner you dreamed of when you were little?
- What, if anything, will change about your life and relationship after you get married?
- What are your most endearing and memorable moments together?
- Was there a specific moment when you realized you wanted to be together forever?
Step 2: Personalize classic vows with your own heartfelt words.
The most classic vows are short, sweet and to the point. One of the best ways to write traditional sounding vows that are completely personalized is to write a variation on the classic using the answers from the questions above.
For example, start with these classic vows: I, (name) take you (name), to be my lawfully wedded (husband/wife), to have and to hold from this day forward. For better and for worse, for richer and poorer, in sickness and in health, until death do us part.
And insert your details: I, (name), stand with you (name) after so many adventures, to take one more step into the future with you. I have waited my whole life for someone just like you, and I pledge the rest of my life to stay by your side. No matter what the future brings, I promise to weather the storms with you, to walk in the sun with you, and to scale every mountain in our path together.
Step 3: Insert any poems, scriptures, readings or personal references that you want to share.
Readings and poems can add romance to the vows ceremony. They can be added into the vows themselves to be used as a personal message and promise, or they can be shared with everyone in attendance. Many couples choose a verse to recite to each other after the initial vows as an added promise.
Another way to include special readings into the vows ceremony is to print the verses in the wedding program and ask the guests to recite them during the ceremony. Many families enjoy being a part of the vows ceremony in this way since it allows them to promise that they will be with the couple as they begin this new journey together.
Step 4: Proofread, Polish and Practice
It is always a good idea to have someone look over and proofread your vows. They can also give you tips on polishing your message and smoothing the wording so that you are saying exactly what you want to say. Even if you intend to have your written vows with you at the altar you should take some time to practice and memorize the words you want to speak. Your wedding will be very emotional, and it is easy to get caught up in the moment.
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