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may no one put asunder
Reflections, inspiration, and memorable ceremonies
What shall you be called you during your wedding?
Your wedding should reflect your values: who you are, what communities you belong to, and who you stand for are all part of those values. An aspect that doesn't get as much attention is how the officiant addresses you during the ceremony, as well as at its conclusion....
Breaking a glass to end your wedding ceremony
The breaking of a glass with a solid stomp of the foot comes from Jewish tradition, and is a recognizable element in many fictional weddings depicted on film and stage. Traditionally a glass is broken by the groom and attendees shouts "mazel tov," which marks the end...
Honoring your beloved dead in your wedding ceremony
Weddings can be bittersweet. There's likely going to be a lot of happiness, and looking to the future; it can also be a day to remember loved ones who didn't live to attend in body. Acknowledging those special people who passed on before your special day can help...
the Scottish tradition of drinking from the quaich
The unity ceremony of drinking from a quaich carries deep and poignant symbolism with it. A quaich is a two-handled cup traditionally made from wood, but many modern versions are metal. While any beverage may be consumed from a quaich, it is most strongly associated...
getting to “I do”
The goal of any legal wedding—and a decent number of other commitment ceremonies—is to seal the deal with "I do" or other language that clearly states, "Yes, I will marry you." How we get to that point of the wedding, what comes before and after, and all the rest is,...
Choosing your married names in New York
Legal marriage is a moment when changing one's name is relatively easy—but there can be limits on that privilege. vintage wedding certificate (source: Wikimedia Commons) In New York, it's actually possible to change one's name simply by changing it. Here's what's...