The heart of the wedding – the vows

I have probably seen at least 20 weddings in the last 10 years. Most of them, I have been a part of in some way. Each is special and unique in its own right. The groom who wouldn’t stop crying. The bride who was so nervous you couldn’t hear a word she said. The father who had a little too much wine at the reception. The list goes on and on, but the one thing I always remember is moments before the couple become husband and wife and the vows they exchange between each other.

OK, maybe I don’t remember the EXACT words spoken, but I do remember the looks on their faces and how much the words meant to them. Isn’t that what counts?

We all tend to get caught up with the dress, the flowers, the reception — all the wonderful, beautiful things that make a wedding — but many forget the reason begin it all — the vows!

So whether you write your own vows or take the more traditional approach, remember this can be the most memorable moments of your wedding (aside from your 70-year-old aunt on the dancefloor.)

Check out The Knot’s guide to Traditional/Religious Wedding Vows:
Wedding vows.
Or if writing your own is more your thing, check out these tips from The Knot:
Wedding Tips.