Everyone is always looking for ways to personalize your wedding. What better way than to write your own vows.
I know, I know. You ask, "What do I say? How do I get started? Here are a couple of little tips to help you along the way, courtesy of our friends at Elegala.
You first want to make sure that you are able to write your own vows. Some churches and officiants won't marry you if you write your own vows. Seems crazy, I know but you never know.
Set a time limit.
You don't want to seem like you are rabbling on and on so set a time limit and stick to it.
Make sure and read them in front of someone.
This will help to ease your nervousness and to make sure that the vows sound OK.
Consult your past
Time for a trip down memory lane. Start jotting down the details of special firsts in your relationship—first meeting, first date, first kiss, first “I love you,” etc. What qualities made you fall in love in the first place? Are there special milestones in your relationship that that have helped bring you here today?
Envision the Future
What challenges and achievements to you foresee in the future, and how do you expect to meet those things together?
You Complete Me
Sure, it’s a line from a movie—but there’s a reason for its now cliche status. What characteristics does he/she bring out in you? How does he/she make you a better person?
Use the right words
Compile your notes, memories and reflections, and begin turning words into sentences, and finally sentences into wedding vows. Consult your thesaurus for the perfect expressions to reflect your thoughts. Some words to get you started: love, trust, support, strength, encourage, respect, cherish, admire, value, commit, pledge and promise.
Did you write your own vows and if you didn't would you?
Good Luck and Happy Planning,
Shafonne
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