The renewal of vows is a powerful way
to re-establish the connection between couples. Regardless if you have been
married for one year, a decade or 25 years and counting, the celebration aims
to elevate your love and commitment to each other that no other occasion can
ever do so. It is not surprising then that it has become a trend both locally and internationally.
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How To Plan A Renewal Of Vows
Just like weddings, it takes careful time and consideration to plan for the occasion. Here are four (4) steps to help you get started.
1.
Determine what the event is for. There are multiple reasons to celebrate vow renewals. Do you want to highlight a milestone
in your relationship? Have you been having some major bumps along the road that
you need a reminder why you are together right now? Were you not able to host a
formal ceremony the first time? Or perhaps, your parents missed the wedding
before because you held it overseas? Whatever motivates you to do it this time
around, ensure that you identify the purpose behind all these. Doing so will
allow you to personalize certain elements to make it more meaningful and
significant.
2.
Communicate with your spouse if he’s agreeable to the idea. Since this is basically between the two of you, it is
necessary then that he supports the whole concept. Decide whether you’ll do it
publicly with families and friends in a posh location like La Castellana for
example, or privately in a tropical island with limited people witnessing the
event.
3.
Start planning.
- Weigh
your budget. Whether it’s a simple or grand
celebration, keep in mind that you still need to consider your finances
during the planning stage. Do you prefer to have a new set of formal
clothes for yourself, partner and children? Do you like done in a church,
beach or on your backyard? How much do you want to spend for the entire
affair?
- Clear
up the details. Do remember that vow renewals and weddings are two different things. For instance, you do not need bridesmaids and the whole entourage
during the service. Your kids will naturally take their places. Your
father isn’t required to walk you down the aisle to hand you over to your
hubby either since you are married already. Therefore, itemize anything
and everything related to the affair. Finalize the date, choose an
appropriate venue and work on what to include and exclude in the ceremony.
- Come
up with a guest list. Who will
you send the invites to? How many are expected to come? Suppose you’ll
hold it in your own house in Ortigas. Will you take care of the food
yourself or hire a catering service in
4.
Compose your vows. Last
but not the least, focus on what you are going to say to your partner. What
words and statements will emphasize your love and commitment? How are you going
to deliver them – through songs, poems or quotes?
