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Wedding Vows

by Kirsten Hawkins

There is no doubt that planning a wedding can be one of the most daunting tasks a person can undergo. Since the majority

of the work traditionally falls upon the bride and her family (let's face it, the guys largely, just don't care if the flowers are yellow and pink, canary and magenta, or goldenrod and cherry) it is always a good idea to have the assistance of a professional wedding planner or at least a trusted friend or relative to help keep all of the details in order. That assistant

can take care of everything from ordering the cake to making sure the reception seating arrangement is in order and Uncle Herbert is as far from the bar as possible while Aunt Helen and Aunt Gertrude won't come in contact with one another at all. One thing that will be entirely up to the happy couple, however, is the decision on the wedding vows. This is one aspect of

the event that the groom will have to participate in as well.

The traditional wedding vows are immortal and familiar to us all. We've all heard the phrase "to love, honor, and cherish",

a million times before and, regardless of race, religion, or nationality, we all immediately associate these words with the marriage ceremony. There is nothing wrong with that. The traditional wedding vows are powerful words of love and commitment and, if you like those vows and they hold a special place in your heart, then you should feel free to include

them in your wedding ceremony. Many couples write their own wedding vows. The practice is now so common that original wedding vows have almost replaced the traditional vows as the norm for weddings, but that does not mean that the time-honored vows are any less meaningful.

For those that do wish to write their own wedding vows, the options are limitless. Some couples pen their wedding vows completely from their hearts and minds, using this portion of the wedding ceremony as an opportunity to express their love and devotion to one another in a very personal way. Others borrow literary quotes, song lyrics, poetry, or other non-original material that expresses their feelings for their beloved, to incorporate into their wedding vows. Anything that says how you feel is acceptable.

A young spouse-to-be may sometimes experience writer's block when composing the wedding vows. This stems from anticipation of the pending event and is perfectly natural. The best way to overcome this anxiety is to slow down, close

your eyes and think about your fiancée. Imagine what you would say if he or she were right in front of you, with no one around. Find the best way to tell that person how you feel, how deep your love is, and what you promise to do and be

as a husband or a wife. The words will come in no time and the result will be a beautiful wedding ceremony that is

highlighted by beautiful and personal wedding vows.

Wedding Vows Directory

- Elegant Wedding Vows - Collection of wedding vows ranging from traditional to contemporary.

- My Wedding Vows - An assortment of traditional and contemporary vows, readings, prayers and poems.

- Wedding Vows - Offers practical advice for all aspects of planning your wedding and making those important wedding vows.

- Marriage Ceremonies & Vows - Huge collection of marriage ceremonies and wedding vows.

- Illuminated Wedding Vows - Preserve your wedding vows, quote, poem, anniversary and renewal vows, or ceremonial text. Create an heirloom using your vows.

- Our Wedding Vows - Personalize your wedding vows using our book of wedding vows.

- Weddings 411 - Choosing an unique wedding band.

Useful Wedding Resources

- Wedding Gown Preservation - Information directory on how to store and preserve your wedding dress and bridal gown.

- Bridal Makeup - Beauty tips for your wedding day and bridal makeup artists directory.

- Bridal Jewelry - Bridal jewelry info and shopping online. Find the best bridal jewelry and tiara for your dream wedding.

- Wedding Planning - Wedding planning guide and useful resources to organise your dream wedding.

- Titanium Wedding Rings - Choosing your titanium wedding ring. The newest trends and hot black titanium collections online.

- Wedding Hair Styles - Choose your bridal hairstyle and be the perfect bride.

- Wedding Magazines - Directory of the best wedding and bridal magazines worldwide.

- Wedding Catering - Help to choose a good wedding catering company, info and regional listing.

- Wedding Venues - Wedding venues reception suggestions and directory worldwide.

- Wedding Video - Make your wedding day unforgettable, hire a professional videographer. Tips and resources.

- Wedding Flowers - Wedding Flowers and silk bridal flowers, wedding decorations, designs, resources and more.