Tag Archives: wedding vows

An Important Aspect of Marriage

Politicians make them all the time and though sometimes they are kept, other times they are forgotten, ignored or reneged on. Advertisers make them about their products, and too often we find their claims are not true. What am I talking about? Yes, you guessed it promises. Promises are an important aspect of marriage Promises When we married we made promises in front of witnesses that we would love, honor and cherish or obey, depending on the version of the marriage ceremony used, our spouse. At the time we, hopefully, believed we meant it. But what about when we find … Continue reading →

Patrick Swayze Renews Wedding Vows

Cancer-stricken actor Patrick Swayze and his wife Lisa Niemi are still in love with each other after 30 years of marriage and they wanted the world to know it. Well, perhaps not the entire world, but certainly their close family members and friends. So the couple did what millions of married folks do each year—they renewed their wedding vows during an intimate sunset ceremony in New Mexico. Only unlike most couples the Swayze’s return trip to the altar was tainted with a touch of sadness. Reports say the actor, who is battling pancreatic cancer, wasn’t sure if he was going … Continue reading →

In Laughter & Tears

When we got married, one of our vows was ‘…through laughter and tears …’ and that vow has always been apropos in my opinion – especially since I laughed all the way through our wedding. It’s a very funny memory now – but when it happened, I know some people were a bit appalled that I was giggling through the wedding. But the truth is – your wedding vows say a lot for what you will go through in your marriage. Sickness & Health There will be times of illness. There will be times when you are depressed mentally or … Continue reading →

Ask a Marriage Blogger – Can We Sing Our Vows?

Good morning, I have an odd question for you. I enjoy reading your blogs and I’ve been reading a great deal about wedding planning in your blog, but there is one question you hadn’t actually addressed. If you have the time, would you mind writing about whether or not a couple can sing their vows to each other rather than repeat the statements made by the minister? My fiancé and I have always had a passion for musicals. I guess this is cheesy, but the idea of having a musical wedding is something that makes us both laugh. In our … Continue reading →