Writing your own Vows :-)
Writing your own vows :-)
The little words that marry you give meaning to everything else that happens during that day, and the promises that you make to each other during the ceremony set the parameters for your marriage. So how do you find the wedding vows that are right for you?
I recommend reading lots of them and seeing what feels right. Combining classic and non-traditional wedding vows can be a way of honoring tradition, while personalizing your ceremony.
Writing your own wedding vows is a popular trend, but many couples aren't sure how to do so. Although potentially daunting, it's not as hard as it seems.
You'll want to make sure that your partner also wants to do it. While you're at it, decide together whether you want to write one wedding vow that you will both say, or whether you want to write something individually.
If you encounter writer's block, taking a short break can help and if you're still having trouble, try recording the answers letting the thoughts flow freely.
What is the single greatest thing about the person you are going to marry?
When did you know that you were in love & this is the person you want to marry?
What does marriage mean to you and why do you want to be married?
What will change about your relationship once you have tied the knot or will it stay the same?
What is your favorite memory of your partner?
Read through some wedding vows, as well as passages of poetry, love stories, and famous writing about love. Print out your favorites and highlight passages that especially speak to you.
Preparing yourselves..
Marriage is the bonding of two people who have the love, respect, devotion and commitment for each other to join together in a partnership to share life’s experiences.
I work closely with you to create a ceremony that is keeping in with your beliefs, values, personalities and expectations. Throughout the planning process of your wedding, we will work together to achieve the ceremony that you want.
Your marriage ceremony will be performed with sincerity and professionalism according to the guidelines set out by the Commonwealth of Australia Marriage Act 1961, and adhering to the Code of Practice for Marriage Celebrants.
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Below are some useful links that will provide information of great benefit to all couples contemplating marriage.
Pre-marriage counseling sessions may consider issues such as likeminded and well-suited personalities, hopes, concerns and expectations, financial goals and expectations, family and cultural backgrounds, communication skills and processes, how to address issues and solve problems, sexual needs and compatibility.
Attorney General Department
https://www.ag.gov.au/families-and-marriage/marriage
NSW Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages
https://www.nsw.gov.au/births-deaths-marriages
Relationships Australia
Centacare