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From the processional to the recessional - and everything in between - this is your space to get answers to everything you’ve ever wondered about vows, unity ceremonies, officiants, traditions, and more. After all, the wedding ceremony is what this whole shebang is about, right?!

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Stacey
Non religious ceremony readings for long term couples
Stacey, on September 5, 2018 at 9:00 PM

FH and I have been together a loooooooong time. A lot of the non religious readings are geared toward new or younger couples and others are kind of cheesy. We have been through a lot, and those...

Hannah, Sep 6, 2018 9 2,075
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Sound system for backyard wedding
Megan, on July 31, 2018 at 4:06 PM

I'm looking for a sound system for my backyard wedding. It's a medium sized backyard and I will only have a little less than 20 people attending. Also, the ceremony and reception will both be in the...

Megan, Sep 6, 2018 6 395
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Skipping the bridal party entrance????
Nelly, on July 26, 2018 at 1:03 AM

So I have 5 bridesmaids and 5 groomsmen, they will be walking separately in the ceremony, and I was thinking in skipping the bridal party entrance and just have the bride and groom entrance. I’m...

Rebecca, Sep 6, 2018 10 1,585
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Unity Tree music
Taylor, on July 19, 2018 at 11:37 AM

I am planning on doing the unity tree as part of our ceremony since we are getting married on a family farm. Does anyone have suggestions on a song to play while we are putting dirt in the pot and...

Rebecca, Sep 6, 2018 4 813
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Washing of the feet ceremony
Shauna, on July 11, 2018 at 5:20 PM

Hey guys, we are doing a washing of the feet ceremony but I am having trouble finding a basin/ bowl to carry this out... any suggestions

Rebecca, Sep 6, 2018 9 908
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Instrumental Song to go with Here Comes the Sun?
Abby, on September 5, 2018 at 11:13 AM

I have been looking online forever! I am walking down to Here Comes the Sun instrumental and I am lost on what my wedding party should walk down to. I know I want something instrumental. Any ideas? 10...

HayMrsO, Sep 5, 2018 8 3,170
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No bridal Party/processional
Alli, on August 28, 2018 at 8:33 AM

We dont have a bridal party/flower girl/ring bearer, how did you guys signify for people to stand up for Bride? I imagine my fiance coming in from the side with officiant, then music will change and I...

Emily, Sep 5, 2018 7 891
Mrs. Paula Esparza
Double wedding band
Mrs. Paula Esparza, on September 4, 2018 at 8:03 PM

So we recently purchased our wedding bands. I wanted two that I am keeping separate. I will have them on either side of my engagement ring. I want to use only one in the ceremony.....but when would be...

Tracy, Sep 4, 2018 9 323
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What song are you walking down the aisle to?
J, on August 21, 2018 at 3:45 PM

What song are you walking out to? The traditional "Here comes the bride?" Something romantic? religious? modern?

Tammy, Sep 4, 2018 111 3,674
Sarah
Vows together (in unison)?
Sarah, on August 31, 2018 at 8:40 AM

I was listening to a wedding podcast the other day and the hosts had an officiant/celebrant on who discussed having the couple recite their vows together (at the same time). I think this was in the...

ISaidHallYes, Aug 31, 2018 3 793
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Where can i buy fresh rose petals?
Yelena, on August 19, 2018 at 11:49 PM

I realize this is probably a dumb question.... but where can I get a couple handfuls of fresh rose petals for my flower girl? Do I ask the florist? Or do they sell them at like CVS? Can I just buy a...

Maren, Aug 30, 2018 9 17,821
Tianna
What if uninvited’s just show up!?
Tianna, on August 29, 2018 at 2:34 AM

I’m actually concerned that a few of my guests will just bring a random person without rsvping for them and just show up... but how are you supposed to navigate that? It’s not like you have a bouncer...

Cassandra, Aug 30, 2018 22 969
Happily Ever Mrs. H
Pennsylvania Marriage Liscense & The Internet Ordained Clarification
Happily Ever Mrs. H, on August 29, 2018 at 12:03 PM

Hey all, I just wanted to share my experience in hopes that it can shed some light on this confusing issue. As some of you already know, my uncle became ordained online so he could marry my FH &...

queenbee, Aug 30, 2018 30 584 1
MrsGtoBe
Communion song
MrsGtoBe, on January 22, 2018 at 5:41 PM

For those taking communion during their ceremony, what song are you planning on playing in the background? Or what did you play if you are already married?

Elizabeth, Aug 30, 2018 6 5,267
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Catholic Wedding Program - Including readings and names of our deceased parents
Diane, on August 21, 2018 at 5:55 PM

Hello all, I need help with creating my program. We are having a full Catholic mass and I was told that it would be nice to include the readings typed out but at the same, the readings are long and I...

WED18, Aug 29, 2018 3 213
Andrea
Rehearsal with flower girls?
Andrea, on August 28, 2018 at 10:17 AM

Are any of you going to be rehearsing with the flower girl(s) on how to walk down the aisle or how to throw the petals? Or just letting them do it however? Haha!! My daughters are going to be 5 and...

earias, Aug 28, 2018 8 990
Dayna
What are you walking down the aisle to?
Dayna, on June 11, 2018 at 6:03 PM

I heard this for the first time yesterday and immediately fell in love and thought it was perfect. I dont think I'll be changing my mind again Best Part (feat. H.E.R.)

Sandy, Aug 27, 2018 47 1,177
Jennifer
First Kiss? How did it go?
Jennifer, on August 10, 2018 at 9:17 AM

The one thing I am a little nervous about is the first kiss. FH & I do not usually engage in any PDA and having everyone stare while we go in for the kiss is strange to me. Anyone who is already...

Nancy, Aug 27, 2018 20 1,150
Andrea
Letting your groom see your before the ceremony?
Andrea, on August 19, 2018 at 6:55 PM

Are there or were there any brides that let/will let their groom see them before the ceremony? Was it agreed that both of you would see each other? Did it happen by an accident? Would love to know...

Randa, Aug 22, 2018 42 963
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Church ceremony start time and cocktail hour - need help!
Joanna, on May 4, 2018 at 3:28 PM

I am stressing about the timeline for my October wedding. We are doing a church ceremony (approximately 30 minutes) and then its a 22 minute drive to the reception site. Originally I had the cocktail...

JackieD, Aug 22, 2018 13 1,143
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