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· Start with a nice clean piece of paper .
· Write down the first 10 things that come to mind in
response to this sentence: "I love (my partner’s name)
because ..." Set this piece of paper aside.
· Now – how about YOU?
· What do YOU bring to this union? What promises will you
make?
· Write down 4-5 things you want to promise this very
special person with whom you want to spend your life.·
- Do you promise to be there in bad times as well as good?·
- Do you promise to be faithful with your body as well as with your mind
and heart?·
- Do you promise to support your partner even when he/she
isn’t perfect?
- Do you promise to share all your resources? Some?
- What about if he/she gets sick?
- What about if you have a serious fight?
· You get the idea . . . what are you promising in this
union?
· Think about your relationship.· what words will you use?
Husband? Wife? Spouse? Partner for Life?.
· If you’re each creating your own unique vow, insert a
sentence symbolizing the fact that you come together as
unique individuals, without surrendering your individuality,
:
- John, I accept you as my husband.
- I embrace you, Susan, as my partner for life.
Whatever works for you, a wedding vow should contain a
phrase that indicates your commitment.
Read your vow out loud to a trusted someone other than your
partner. Does it sound like you? you have created one
of the greatest gifts you will ever make.
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respected Civil Celebrants for all occasions. Jan
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