How to Plan a Ceremony to Reaffirm Your Vows

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At some point in a couples’ marriage they may feel it is necessary to reaffirm their vows. Married couples reaffirm their vows for many different reasons. The ceremony could be used to re-establish their marriage ideals after a rocky point in their marriage or simply to show the love they still have for one another. Whatever the reason is, if you plan a ceremony to reaffirm your vows, you will want it to be special.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Step1
Treat a ceremony to reaffirm your vows like a normal wedding ceremony. You may not want the reaffirmation ceremony to be as large as your original wedding, but you should plan the ceremony the same way. Be meticulous in the details to make sure the ceremony runs smoothly.
Step2
Invite the people who are close to you. When you plan a reaffirmation ceremony, you will want to invite the family and friends you hold most dear. Keeping the guest list small will also keep the ceremony costs low.
Step3
Have the ceremony to reaffirm your vows at a location that is special to you and your spouse. The ceremony doesn't have to be at a church. You can have the ceremony at the location of your first date, a quiet spot where you and your spouse like to be alone or anyplace else you enjoy.
Step4
Keep your wedding party small. You may want to choose someone to be a maid of honor or a best man, but it isn't necessary. The ceremony to reaffirm your vows should be personal and too many people could draw attention from that aspect.
Step5
Write your own vows. Whether you've been married for five, ten or fifty years, writing your own vows is a great way to show your undying love for your partner. Use the memories of the life you've shared to help you write the vows.
Step6
Keep the reception small. You've already had the big party at your wedding so there is probably no need for a huge party when you plan a ceremony to reaffirm your vows. Plan a dinner with your friends then a second honeymoon for you and your spouse.

Tips & Warnings

  • Plan a small ceremony and save your money for a great second honeymoon vacation.
  • Have your children be your maid of honor and best man if you they would enjoy being in the ceremony.
  • Shy away from the idea of a bachelor or bachelorette party before the ceremony to reaffirm your vows. You’re not single and the idea may not go over well with your partner.
  • Don’t make the ceremony to reaffirm your vows too long. The ceremony is meant to reestablish the bond you share and your guests may not want to sit through a drawn out ceremony.

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