“we still do!” Vow renewal
Vow renewal celebrates that your relationship is strong, congratulations.
Fun Vow Renewal ideas in the Magnificent Manawatu / Rustic Rangitikei.
Vow renewal is celebrating the fact that your relationship is making it when so many don’t. This is significant, so have fun and really celebrate. While reaffirming the commitment you originally made to each other in a unique and meaningful way.
Why consider reaffirming your wedding vows:
· Milestone moment – affirming the promise [Anniversaries]
· Just because
· Missed the “Big” wedding so having a full blown second wedding
· Before dying - terminal illness
· Healing - overcoming an illness
· Reconciliation - overcoming marriage difficulties e.g.: infidelity
But who really needs a reason to celebrate the milestone of a strong enduring relationship such as yours.
Location, location, destination
What will be the most fun and meaningful for you?
What speaks to who you are as a couple, your interests, and preferences. There are so many options here in the Magnificent Manawatu and Rustic Rangitikei.
Are you thinking a party, a surprise, something simple or glam, a “destination”
· At home - dinner, a party, a surprise, a BBQ, in the wool shed, etc..
· At a venue, e.g. Wharerata, Caccia Birch House, Orlando Country, Te Puna [https://www.te-puna.nz]
· In a magnificent garden [Lansdale, Greenhaugh, Roseburn Park] https://lansdale.nz
· At the beach
· In the bush
· Glamping [Ridge Top Farms] https://ridgetopfarmwalk.co.nz
· At a destination:
o Apiti – The last Church https://www.facebook.com/Thelastchurchapiti
o River Valley Lodge https://rivervalley.co.nz
o Rathmoy Lodge https://rathmoy.co.nz
o Makoura Lodge https://www.makouralodge.co.nz
Choose between a group celebration or something more intimate with either immediate family and friends or 2 – 3 select couples.
Choose between a specific celebration or a weekend affair. Which could include a wide range of activities. For example:
Golf, fishing, hunting, clay bird shooting, horse riding, bush walking/tramping, cycling, helicopter sightseeing, health spa, white water rafting, attending annual weekend events, eating amazing local produce, photo shoot, sitting out under the stars while soaking in a bath, and quality wine.
The five steps to organising your Vow Renewal …..
1. Select the venue, location or destination [see above ideas]
This decision will influence all other choices you make. As it sets the tone for the whole event.
2. Date
3. Theme and/or style
4. Attire and rings
5. Celebrant and vows
Some simple Do’s and Don’ts to keep you on track …
Do’s …
• Have FUN
• Send invitations
• Choose attire suited to the theme
• New rings are optional
• Bouquet can be flowers meaningful to you.
• Do the day your way.
• Toast/speeches should focus on the future, continued love, growth, strength, and how far the relationship has come.
DON’T’S …..
• Getting caught up in “wedding planning”.
• Traditional 1st dance
• No gifts
• Traditional wedding attire.
• Traditional aisle walk.
• No bachelor/bachelorette party
• Tossing of bouquet
• No attendants
• No tiered wedding cake
Celebrant Do’s and Don’ts …..
• Wording that focusses on the future rather than rehashing the past.
• Including significant others within the ceremony, e.g. children, family, pets • You don’t have to have a celebrant officiate as there isn’t anything legal required.
Remember that this celebration
is
about you and your relationship.