Secular Vows

Switching gears here for a moment, this is for helvetebrann who is getting married in just a few months and looking for ideas for her wedding ceremony.

This is what my husband and I used for our ceremony, but I can’t take any credit for it whatsoever.  The woman who married us suggested it and I thought it was perfect.  ~JJ

In marriage, walk the path side by side,

together, whenever possible.

Remember to hold each other when it is cold.

If the air becomes too close,

make a little space so each can breathe.

When the path is narrow, pick one to go first.

Always be willing to follow; don’t be afraid to lead.

Trust your partner; trust yourself,

for marriage is a journey that leads to great love.

I accept you as my spouse with this promise:

I promise to respect you;

to give you love and support at all times.

I promise to never take you for granted,

to give you my love openly and honestly.

I promise to build our marriage on a foundation

of trust and respect, of faithfulness and of forgiveness.

 

Marriage is the joining of two people; the union of two hearts.

It lives in the love we give each other and never grows old.

It thrives on the joy of each new day.

May we always be attentive

to the wonder of our marriage.

May we always be able to talk things over,

to confide in one another, and to laugh with each other.

May we enjoy life together and share moments

of quiet peace when the day is done.

 

May we create a lifetime of happiness.

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