How Do You Plan A Commitment Ceremony?
Planning a commitment ceremony takes just as much time and money as a modern-day wedding. In both cases, the earlier you start, the more likely you will get to incorporate everything you want. Start off by envisioning your dream, then follow the traditional event planning rules of creating a schedule and a budget to turn your dream ceremony into a reality. Buy a three-ring binder and divide it into sections for location, guests, budget and ceremony. As your planning moves forward, jot down notes and questions within the appropriate section. Include any receipts or invoices you receive. Keep all materials in this one location to stay organized. Decide on the type of ceremony and a rough number of people you would like to attend. Choosing between a simple and elegant affair and an casual, extended-family barbecue will determine the answers of many of the decisions you will have to make. Decide on a date, location and ceremony attendant (such as a minister or officiant). Often these three
