Should I or shouldn't I? All opinions are welcome!?
Should I get legally married in 2 weeks to my fiance and then have the catholic ceremony when he comes come from Iraq in 2 years? His unit is getting deployed in April and he wants to be legally married before he leaves, just in case something were to happen to him. However, my family wants the Catholic wedding. I could do both but the catholic cermony wouldn't be the same as if we were getting married the first time..We were suppose to get married in May until we found out he was getting deployed. I already have my wedding gown ordered! I just want to know what other people think..thanks to all who do!
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I believe your fiance is correct. I talk to allot of troops who are deploying and their first thought is the same as your fiance, taking care of the one they love. His pay will be changed for his new dependent, his life insurance will be in your name.....the list goes on and on. I do allot of weddings at Luke Air Force Base in Arizona, and Yuma MCB just for troops that have the very same plans as you do, and have had to get them advanced because of deployment.
Have the Catholic Re-Newal ceremony after he is home and safe in your arms. It is a hard choice, you both will be in my prayers, Chaplain Debby
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I believe your fiance is correct. I talk to allot of troops who are deploying and their first thought is the same as your fiance, taking care of the one they love. His pay will be changed for his new dependent, his life insurance will be in your name.....the list goes on and on. I do allot of weddings at Luke Air Force Base in Arizona, and Yuma MCB just for troops that have the very same plans as you do, and have had to get them advanced because of deployment.
Have the Catholic Re-Newal ceremony after he is home and safe in your arms. It is a hard choice, you both will be in my prayers, Chaplain Debby
Have the Catholic Re-Newal ceremony after he is home and safe in your arms. It is a hard choice, you both will be in my prayers, Chaplain Debby
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What do you think about 5 flower girls and 4 ring bearers?
Basically right now there are so many little ones that are close to me. I can't choose between them. There is one of the little boys that may not care to really do it but everyone else (parents) wants to be included.
As far as bridesmaids it is kind of turning out the same way. I have three best friends and then three sisters and the grooms two sisters. I was kind of hoping that some of them would not really care to be in the wedding but all have elected to do so. I would hate to be excluded so I really don't want to cut anyone out. I asked his sister's because I feel it is only proper plus I don't want to start out with a grudge in the family for me not including them in their brothers wedding.
There is a lack of groomsmen. I am actually having to recruit them :)
OK... so 8 bridesmaids.... 4 flower girls... 5 ring bearers....... and so far 5 groomsmen.
So I am wondering if anyone has seen this done? To me I am not worried about the kids messing up and so forth.
As far as bridesmaids it is kind of turning out the same way. I have three best friends and then three sisters and the grooms two sisters. I was kind of hoping that some of them would not really care to be in the wedding but all have elected to do so. I would hate to be excluded so I really don't want to cut anyone out. I asked his sister's because I feel it is only proper plus I don't want to start out with a grudge in the family for me not including them in their brothers wedding.
There is a lack of groomsmen. I am actually having to recruit them :)
OK... so 8 bridesmaids.... 4 flower girls... 5 ring bearers....... and so far 5 groomsmen.
So I am wondering if anyone has seen this done? To me I am not worried about the kids messing up and so forth.
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I think that it would be cute and fun.
I guess I just want to know if you have seen this done. Any suggestions?
I guess I just want to know if you have seen this done. Any suggestions?
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I will be able to even out the bridesmaids and groomsmen... I will have to get some family members. I know that some people may think it is tacky... and I don't really care about that. I would rather include everyone that I love and that wants to be included. I am blessed to have them in my life. I just want to know if anyone has seen it done before and maybe has some other suggestions for the flower girls and ring bearers.
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There are a bunch of other duties that could help you with your flock of children! I love having little ones in my weddings, they bring joy and laughter. 4 flower girls will work.....but 4 ring bearers might be a bit much. How about Having one:
one ring bearer for each set of rings.
as a bell ringer. Old fashion weddings had a bell ringer to get the guests to settle down, they are the first to go down to the altar. or
one to carry the Bible, or the script of your ceremony to the minister. or
help roll out the wedding carpet. aisle runner.
Best wishes, Chaplain Debby
one ring bearer for each set of rings.
as a bell ringer. Old fashion weddings had a bell ringer to get the guests to settle down, they are the first to go down to the altar. or
one to carry the Bible, or the script of your ceremony to the minister. or
help roll out the wedding carpet. aisle runner.
Best wishes, Chaplain Debby
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Hand Fasting?
Does any one know a good hand fasting ritual?
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I really love the handfasting ceremony. I am christian based minister, so the truly pagan or Wickin rituals are not what I would consider. However, to enclude handfasting in a marriage ceremony is beatiful.
Christian Hand fasting
Hand fasting truly is a very beautiful element in anyone's wedding.
A cord, or braided ribbon is used. The 3 part braided ribbon represents Bride's life, Groom's life, and now their have been blended into their new life together.
Hand fasting comes at the end of your ceremony and goes like this:
(Bride and Groom hold hands) Chaplain will take the cord/ribbon and tie the hands gently together. As I do, I will say, "As this knot is tied, so are your lives now bound. Woven into this cord/ribbon imbedded into its very fibers, are all the hopes of your friends and family, and of yourselves, for your new life together. With the fashioning of the knot, do I tie all the desires, dreams, love and happiness wished/prayed for here in this place for your lives, long as you both shall live.
The braided ribbon can be colors from your wedding, Remember to have a place of honor ready to keep this cord or ribbon ready to display.
Hand Fasting........Non-Pagan
Officiant: Know now that since your lives have crossed, you have formed ties between each other. The promises you make today and the ties that are bound here will cross the years and will greatly strengthen your union. With full awareness, know that you declare your intent to be handfasted before your friends and family. Do you still seek to enter this ceremony?
Bride & Groom: Yes, we seek to enter.
I bid you look into each others eyes.
[Bride's Name], will you honor him?
I will.
[Groom's Name], will you honor her?
I will.
[To Both] Will you seek never to give cause to break that honor?
Yes.
And so the binding is made. Join your hands. (First chord is draped across the bride and groom's hands.)
[Bride's Name], will you share his dreams?
I will .
[Groom's Name], will you share her dreams?
I will .
[To Both] Will you dream together to create new realities and hopes?
Yes.
And so the binding is made. (Second chord is draped across the couple's hands.)
[Bride's Name], will you share his laughter?
I will .
[Groom's Name], will you share her laughter?
I will .
[To Both] Will both of you look for the brightness in life and the positive in each other?
Yes.
And so the binding is made. (Drape third chord across the couple's hands.)
[Bride's Name], might you ever burden him?
I might...
Is that your intent?
No.
[Groom's Name], might you ever burden her?
I might...
Is that your intent?
No.
[To Both] Will you share the burdens of each so that your spirits may grow in this union?
Yes.
And so the binding is made. (Drape fourth chord across the couple's hands.)
[Bride's Name], might you ever cause him pain?
I might...
Is that your intent?
No.
[Groom's Name], might you ever cause her pain?
I might...
Is that your intent?
No.
[To Both] Will you share each other's pain and seek to ease it?
Yes.
And so the binding is made. (Drape fifth chord across the couple's hands.)
[Bride's Name], might you ever cause him anger?
I might...
Is that your intent?
No.
[Groom's Name], might you ever cause her anger?
I might...
Is that your intent?
No.
[To Both] Will you together take the heat of anger and use it to temper the strength of this union?
Yes.
And so the binding is made. (Drape sixth chord across the couple's hands. Tie chords together while saying:)
The knots of this binding are not formed by these chords, but rather by your vows. For as always, you hold in your own hands the making or breaking of this union.
Christian Hand fasting
Hand fasting truly is a very beautiful element in anyone's wedding.
A cord, or braided ribbon is used. The 3 part braided ribbon represents Bride's life, Groom's life, and now their have been blended into their new life together.
Hand fasting comes at the end of your ceremony and goes like this:
(Bride and Groom hold hands) Chaplain will take the cord/ribbon and tie the hands gently together. As I do, I will say, "As this knot is tied, so are your lives now bound. Woven into this cord/ribbon imbedded into its very fibers, are all the hopes of your friends and family, and of yourselves, for your new life together. With the fashioning of the knot, do I tie all the desires, dreams, love and happiness wished/prayed for here in this place for your lives, long as you both shall live.
The braided ribbon can be colors from your wedding, Remember to have a place of honor ready to keep this cord or ribbon ready to display.
Hand Fasting........Non-Pagan
Officiant: Know now that since your lives have crossed, you have formed ties between each other. The promises you make today and the ties that are bound here will cross the years and will greatly strengthen your union. With full awareness, know that you declare your intent to be handfasted before your friends and family. Do you still seek to enter this ceremony?
Bride & Groom: Yes, we seek to enter.
I bid you look into each others eyes.
[Bride's Name], will you honor him?
I will.
[Groom's Name], will you honor her?
I will.
[To Both] Will you seek never to give cause to break that honor?
Yes.
And so the binding is made. Join your hands. (First chord is draped across the bride and groom's hands.)
[Bride's Name], will you share his dreams?
I will .
[Groom's Name], will you share her dreams?
I will .
[To Both] Will you dream together to create new realities and hopes?
Yes.
And so the binding is made. (Second chord is draped across the couple's hands.)
[Bride's Name], will you share his laughter?
I will .
[Groom's Name], will you share her laughter?
I will .
[To Both] Will both of you look for the brightness in life and the positive in each other?
Yes.
And so the binding is made. (Drape third chord across the couple's hands.)
[Bride's Name], might you ever burden him?
I might...
Is that your intent?
No.
[Groom's Name], might you ever burden her?
I might...
Is that your intent?
No.
[To Both] Will you share the burdens of each so that your spirits may grow in this union?
Yes.
And so the binding is made. (Drape fourth chord across the couple's hands.)
[Bride's Name], might you ever cause him pain?
I might...
Is that your intent?
No.
[Groom's Name], might you ever cause her pain?
I might...
Is that your intent?
No.
[To Both] Will you share each other's pain and seek to ease it?
Yes.
And so the binding is made. (Drape fifth chord across the couple's hands.)
[Bride's Name], might you ever cause him anger?
I might...
Is that your intent?
No.
[Groom's Name], might you ever cause her anger?
I might...
Is that your intent?
No.
[To Both] Will you together take the heat of anger and use it to temper the strength of this union?
Yes.
And so the binding is made. (Drape sixth chord across the couple's hands. Tie chords together while saying:)
The knots of this binding are not formed by these chords, but rather by your vows. For as always, you hold in your own hands the making or breaking of this union.
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Is it ok to have a private civil marriage now and have a ceremony next year?
My fiance and I want to get married now and have the public ceremony later. Is that alright?
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You bet! Your public ceremony would be a vow-renewal no need to get another license. But do not let that limit you to what your ceremony could be. You still can have the same ceremony your heart desires, you will just not sign another license. You could use a Marriage Certificate. Your minister or officiate should have them. Blessings, Chaplain Debby
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How do you prevent yourself from throwing up/passing out/having a panic attack at the altar from nerves?
I've always hated being the center of attention in a large crowd, and yes I know this is the one day where I will be....but I'm scared to walk down the aisle and have all eyes on me through the duration of the ceremony. How do brides keep their cool?? I'm not nervous about the marriage so please no posts about how "if I'm not sure then don't do it".....I'm talking strictly about anxiety of standing up there. What if I have to throw up in the middle of the vows?!?!
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Another great question! And yes you are not alone! I tell my couples that the ceremony is the easiest part of the whole wedding, not the first dance, or what to have for finger food.
Here are a couple of hints that may help:
Get a copy of your ceremony script, my couples always approve of what I will be saying. Get to know it well, if there are no surprise you can be a bit more relaxed.
Make sure you eat! Have a light meal before your wedding. Watch out for foods that you know will make you feel badly. Comfort foods, like mom's mac and cheese, a turkey sandwich. Fruit and salad are good choices also.
No drinking alachol. You can relax with a small glass of wine, if you are accustomed to drinking. You are better off with a glass of soda, water, Gatorade that a beer or wine.
Before you head to the doctor's for a Rx, get to the local health food store. There are many different natural ways to calm your nerves. Let the folks there know what you need and take their advice. But do this NOW. That way you will know what will work, and how you react to it.
If after all this, and you still get nervous, focus on your beloved, look into his eyes, forget that there is anyone else there, all that matters is both of you and your minister.
Best wishes, Chaplain Debby I am also a RN :o)
Here are a couple of hints that may help:
Get a copy of your ceremony script, my couples always approve of what I will be saying. Get to know it well, if there are no surprise you can be a bit more relaxed.
Make sure you eat! Have a light meal before your wedding. Watch out for foods that you know will make you feel badly. Comfort foods, like mom's mac and cheese, a turkey sandwich. Fruit and salad are good choices also.
No drinking alachol. You can relax with a small glass of wine, if you are accustomed to drinking. You are better off with a glass of soda, water, Gatorade that a beer or wine.
Before you head to the doctor's for a Rx, get to the local health food store. There are many different natural ways to calm your nerves. Let the folks there know what you need and take their advice. But do this NOW. That way you will know what will work, and how you react to it.
If after all this, and you still get nervous, focus on your beloved, look into his eyes, forget that there is anyone else there, all that matters is both of you and your minister.
Best wishes, Chaplain Debby I am also a RN :o)
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If you are planning to get married outside, just for family and immediate family. Do you need a DJ?
Who is gonna play the weddin g song?
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I do so many outside weddings, in back yards, at parks they are wonderful! If your seating is close together, a semi circle works well, you may not need to be mic'd. You can burn yourself a cd of the music you want, get a portable player and have someone press the on button! It works! If your guest list is getting bigger and bigger, check out local music stores, they usually have small PA systems that will do the trick, make sure they have all the mic's and stands. I use a Pevey Messenger, works like a charm. The cd player even plugs in to this small system. DJ's in a small wedding seem to take over the place, if you are looking for intimate, smaller wedding...you just might want to have that small portable player belting out all your music. Best Wishes, Chaplain Debby
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Is this allowed?
My friend asked me to be a bridesmaid in her wedding--am I allowed to bring a date?
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Yes, it is the custom. However, your date will not be sitting with you at the head table.
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2nd marriage for both...?
I'm trying to decide what to do for a 2nd wedding. I want it simple and inexpensive and don't feel comfortable with a large audience. The marriage is more important than the wedding, but I also don't want to blow it off like it's insignificant. I've thought about going away and possibly bring 2 friends to stand up for us and have also thought of having a small ceremony in our home with just a few family and friends. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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A candle light wedding, informal, comfortable, warm.....it can be wonderful. I have done a wedding just like it, twenty guests all had candles and stood infront of the bride and groom. The candles were the only light source, the ceremony was done in quite tones, softly spoken. It was one of those weddings I will never forget. Best wishes, Chaplain Debby
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Wedding photo locations in tucson?
I need informations on locations I could take some pictures of a wedding in Tucson, Az.
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please add Something other than Reid Park and old tucson, please...
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Lucky for you, Tucson has quite a few areas that are wonderful for wedding photos:
Sabino Canyon, Mission San Xavier, Grants Pass, Tucson Botanical Gardens, are just afew.
Sabino Canyon, Mission San Xavier, Grants Pass, Tucson Botanical Gardens, are just afew.
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What should I tip our wedding officiant? We are paying $250 for a 30 minute (tops!) ceremony.?
Our officiant has no religious affiliation, so every cent we pay goes directly into her pocket.
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Great question! I am a wedding officiant and minister this question always comes up. As you have stated, this officiant is not attached to a church, therefor all the fee requested is going to that officiant. Back in the day, the minister was a part of the church, all monies produced were given to the church, the minister recieved his normal pay. The weddings were a part of their ministry. Tipping was a personal gift for the minister. Today, your officiant just as I am, recieve all the funds from the wedding. Tipping.....not nessary, unless you believe that they have done a Stellar job. A gift, is different. It is a thank you for their service above and beyond the fee. The most wonderful gifts I have recieved are photo's of the wedding party including myself. I had one bride give me an empty frame with a note letting me know the photo is coming!
A note on Officiant Fees. Hopefuly, your officiant has met with you and written a wonderful ceremony that reflects your wishes and your speical love. It does take time to write this up, to listen to the couple, make revisions, do the rehersal, and of course the ceremony. I always have many e-mails and phone calls from each couple. This also takes time. There may be extra education taken to achieve their goal as a officiant/minister. I hope you understand what is included in the fee's that each officiant requests. By the way, on the average your officiant's fee in is the "middle" of a fee range.
Blessings to you, Chaplain Debby
A note on Officiant Fees. Hopefuly, your officiant has met with you and written a wonderful ceremony that reflects your wishes and your speical love. It does take time to write this up, to listen to the couple, make revisions, do the rehersal, and of course the ceremony. I always have many e-mails and phone calls from each couple. This also takes time. There may be extra education taken to achieve their goal as a officiant/minister. I hope you understand what is included in the fee's that each officiant requests. By the way, on the average your officiant's fee in is the "middle" of a fee range.
Blessings to you, Chaplain Debby
Is there such as a thing as Groomzilla?
I've heard plenty of bridezillas, but have you been or have dealt with a Groomzilla? Please compare and contrast citing specific examples.
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You better believe it! I had one groom who took control......like by the neck. Even the brides dress was chosen by him. It was pretty intresting planning the ceremony with this couple. My bride had little to say......which was a red flag for me. After getting her to open up a bit, she was able to get her ideas out. We did the ceremony the groom chose, but she added an memorial for her parents and the Rose Ceremony. This groom designed the cake, made the menu, found the music, and MC'd his own reception. A very unusual wedding to be sure. Chaplain Debby
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Who orchestrates the rehearsal?
We do not have a wedding planner. Any ideas on who tells people where to stand and what to do at the rehearsal? The officiate is not an option, as he is my fiancé’s dear uncle and will be officiating the wedding only.
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Your fiance's uncle will have a zillion ideas for you. I always advise my couples to sit down with paper and pen, and draw out where they want people to be. That includes the parents, grandparents, extra seating for a little person who may get tired of standing up, ie ring bearer or flower girl. Once you have figured out how you want to make you entrance, it should all fall into place. But do write it down, make a map, best wishes to you! Chaplain Debby wedding officiate
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Ceremony ideas?
We are not religious ~ having a secular ceremony, but want to add something symbolic. We are considering a wine ceremony or handfasting. Has anyone seen either of these done? What did you think?
Also, does anyone know of any other ceremony traditions?
(By the way, we definitely don't want a unity candle, sand ceremony, rose ceremony, break the glass or jump the broom.)
Also, does anyone know of any other ceremony traditions?
(By the way, we definitely don't want a unity candle, sand ceremony, rose ceremony, break the glass or jump the broom.)
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Handfasting! It is perfect for your wedding. I do alot of secular weddings, handfasting is a meaningful part of the wedding, hope all goes well for you, Chaplain Debby
Take a look at my website, there are 2 handfasting ceremonies, one christian, the other secular. Both work wonders!
Take a look at my website, there are 2 handfasting ceremonies, one christian, the other secular. Both work wonders!
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Do you think that weddings are getting a little out of hand?
I think with all of the money people spend on finding the place, paying for the food, the dress(es), the limo, hair, make-up, etc.
it's sort of unnecessary to have all of these crazy add-ons that people insist are necessary:
"Goodie bags" for out of town guests...
Gifts for EVERY person in the wedding
Exhorbinantly expensive favors
Personalized stamps
The list goes on....
I know it's your special day...but that's the point, it's yours and most people aren't going to notice a lot of what you're slaving over...
...maybe I'm just tired of hearing about it from my own bridezilla....but anyone else agree? Are all of these add-ons really necessary?? We get into fights over this stuff and lose sight of the whole concept of what 'marriage' is.
it's sort of unnecessary to have all of these crazy add-ons that people insist are necessary:
"Goodie bags" for out of town guests...
Gifts for EVERY person in the wedding
Exhorbinantly expensive favors
Personalized stamps
The list goes on....
I know it's your special day...but that's the point, it's yours and most people aren't going to notice a lot of what you're slaving over...
...maybe I'm just tired of hearing about it from my own bridezilla....but anyone else agree? Are all of these add-ons really necessary?? We get into fights over this stuff and lose sight of the whole concept of what 'marriage' is.
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They sure are! I am a Chaplain and Wedding Officiate, I get to see a large number of couples. Gosh, I only deal with the ceremony, which to me is the ONLY reason to have a wedding. The rest is a PARTY! My own neice had a wedding price tage of over 50,000. The ceremony lasts only a few minutes, 20 seems to be the usual. I will refuse to preform the ceremony if it appears that the ceremony is the ONLY way to have the reception. I would love to see the table change, let's make the ceremony the MAIN POINT, gesh.....think that will ever happen?
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How many of you .Will say i obey in your marriage vows?
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Not many!! That is an very old traditional passage, going by the way side. Most vows today reflect a modern healther view. When the orginal vows were wirtten and accepted, women did not have any rights, were not an equal partner in anything! I do not even offer this type of vow....and if I had a groom whom wanted it......he would have to explain in detail why!
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Where does the officiant sit at the reception?
I am having a sit down dinner at my reception. my fiance and i aren't exactly "close" with the pastor. We've only had 3 counseling sessions with her plus of course the rehearsal and service. I know not all Officiants come to the receptions but we are asking and if she say's that she will, where would be a good place to seat her and her husband? I don't want to seat them with the other venders(photographers, videographer, Dj). You get the idea. Oh, that brings up another point, where do they sit?
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I marry my sweetie October 20 07
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Hi there, I am a Chaplain and Wedding Officiant. When I
am asked to attend the reception, mostly I am seated with the brides parents. However, there has been quite a few receptions that as yourself, have no idea where to seat the pastor! It is quite a honor to be asked to the reception, I really do not care where I am seated! I have a great time where ever there is room! That should be the response, anywhere is just fine!
am asked to attend the reception, mostly I am seated with the brides parents. However, there has been quite a few receptions that as yourself, have no idea where to seat the pastor! It is quite a honor to be asked to the reception, I really do not care where I am seated! I have a great time where ever there is room! That should be the response, anywhere is just fine!
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Survey -- Regarding wedding vows?
If you were not good at writing or saying your feelings would you consider paying for a service that would write your vows for you? It would not be cheating because the writer would re-word it based on the answers you provided on a questionnaire and just "jazzing" it up for you to sound a bit more sentimental. I am about to launch a website to do this and I'm just wondering how many people would use a service like this if they needed some help. Any feedback you offer is appreciated. Thanks!
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That is a great idea! I have couples who want to write their own vows, but have trouble getting the words down. If you do get this going, make sure you get all the free adds you possibly can! There are sooooo many sites that have prewritten vows, and the are very good. But gosh, to have it personalized per couple....you should do very well! Let me know when you get this going.....it could help alot of couples!
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What day of the week do most weddings occur on?
I know that alof of people get married on Saturday... but are there any other days that are known for weddings?
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I have been doing alot of Friday evening weddings. Rentals are cheaper, including the photographer and the like. Statuday of course is the main day, but Sunday is comming up pretty fast. Chaplain Debby Wedding Officiate.
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Is it appropriate for the bride and/or groom to read something at the ceremony? What about at the reception?
I am a writer and poet and I would like to read something that I wrote at my wedding ceremony, and maybe even some stuff at the reception too. I didn't know if it was appropriate for the bride and/or groom to read things at the ceremony.
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A reading from the bride or groom is very appropriate! You would be showing your love in a very appropraite way. Your way! Alot of couples use this as their vows. A reading from the couple is very touching, just as musican would sing or play, a poet and writer can have a reading. Chaplain Debby
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- this answer is what i was hoping to hear :)
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Is it ok to have a private civil marriage now and have a ceremony next year?
My fiance and I want to get married now and have the public ceremony later. Is that alright?
You bet! Your public ceremony would be a vow-renewal no need to get another license. But do not let that limit you to what your ceremony could be. You still can have the same ceremony your heart desires, you will just not sign another license. You could use a Marriage Certificate. Your minister or officiate should have them. Blessings, Chaplain Debby
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- Thanks for the feedback. We've decided to wait until next year and have our wedding.
