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Renewal of vows for seniors can be an extremely touching and memorable event. You can renew your wedding vows after an illness, a stressful time, an episode of infidelity or estrangement, or to simply celebrate an anniversary in a grand way. A renewal of wedding vows in the presence of your children, grandchildren and your friends and family is a wonderful way to enhance the joy of your marital life.
Planning a wedding renewal vows
Always remember, renewal of vows is more of a spiritual event than a legal one. So, keep it casual.
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It is a great occasion to bring happiness and joy in your lives and the lives of your close ones. 9/30/20089/30/2008
You can arrange it in a church, a chapel or a temple either close to your home or in one of your favorite destinations, in the presence of a clergy or a religious or spiritual head. A lawyer is not absolutely necessary, although you can always ask one to be present as you renew your vows.
Plan the ceremony well in advance, and ensure the participation of your children and if possible, grandchildren. They usually respond with great enthusiasm. Get creative on your wedding invitation cards – use photographs from your earlier marriage or leave your children to design them for you. Call all your friends and relatives for the occasion. Present them with marriage bands with your names engraved.
Plan the reception meticulously. You can play the video of your earlier marriage, it will really cheer the guests up. Get beautifully dressed. There are special second marriage gowns, and gowns for renewed marriage readily available at the markets these days.
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Write your Marriage Renewal Vows Carefully
Marriage renewal vows can change from one occasion to another. Write one that suits your particular situation. Keep in mind, that it must express your feelings truthfully. The wedding vow will be typically end with a formal church blessing. You can request the officiant to read from your favorite poetry, or song, or plan it in whatever way you think will best reflect the depth of love and feeling that you have always had for each other.
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