What are the main things to consider for a customized wedding ceremony?
A. There really are three main things to consider in choosing your ceremony. They are: 1. The kinds of ceremonial traditions. The choices range from a very traditional “church-style” wedding to little or no religious references at all. Many people like to include things like romantic readings, singing, etc. My recommendation is to include only what is meaningful to you, and not to confuse a wedding ceremony with a church service. 2. The kinds of romantic imagery. The most common types of romantic expressions are readings and the lighting of a Unity Candle by the couple. Other choices include special music, giving flowers to mothers, drinking wine together out of a unity cup, singing to each other (Groom serenading the Bride, etc.), original poetry, blowing bubbles or the release of butterflies or doves after the ceremony. There are a lot of creative ideas that you can borrow from others, or even think up yourself, but the rule is to be true to yourself. 3. The kinds of cultural traditi