So many times each year, I am delighted to work with couples to create a wedding ceremony that also incorporates their young children, teen-agers or adult children. The picture above was taken last year during Adam and Marcy Kispert's wedding ceremony with their daughter in Suquamish. I absolutely loved this couple and their very obvious commitment and devotion to this young child. During the ceremony, honoring words were shared with the young girl and a gift was presented - a memento of "their wedding day." If you are planning a wedding ceremony with children, here are a few important tips to consider:
1) A wedding ceremony is not only about the two of you. It's also about the "tribe" of people who love and appreciate you. Honoring words of gratitude and appreciation to family members and children are often a highlight of a wedding ceremony - and when written and delivered with eloquence and heart, they help create a bridge to the future.
2) Surprise gifts are often a wonderful element to a wedding ceremony. Get creative - one of my most artists for a reasonably priced gift is Caitlin Dundon here in Seattle and her website is: www.oneheartstudio.com
3) Consider rituals during your wedding ceremony which include your children - these can include: vows to your children; re-planting a tree seedling for your home; unity candle; sand ceremony and so much more. Each ritual is about strength and harmony and celebrating the formal creation of a new family. If you'd like specific information on one of these rituals, please let me know.
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