When you’re getting ready to celebrate your love at your wedding and dance the night away at the wedding reception, take the time to prepare your wedding vows. Reciting your vows will give you the opportunity to celebrate your love and share your true feelings with those who matter most. Review this guide to learn the do’s and don’ts of wedding vow preparation.  

Do:

Discuss vow preparation with your spouse.                         

Expressing your concerns before writing your vows will remove unnecessary pressure on the big day. Well-thought-out vows will leave everyone feeling moved and will compel your guests to compliment you on them at your wedding reception. Be sure to coordinate with your partner to discuss the length and tone of your vows, and decide if you want to add religious beliefs into them.

Practice reciting your vows.

If public speaking intimidates you, you’ll want to spend an ample amount of time rehearsing what you’re going to say. Not only will you be giving a speech to a crowd when you share your vows during the ceremony, but you may also have to speak during the wedding reception. Reciting your vows in private before the event will provide you with a safe space to release nervous energy and will prepare you for the big day.

Don’t:

Procrastinate.  

Don’t wait until the last minute to write your vows. This will create more stress and can result in a speech that you might regret. Take your time and tackle this essential task in small increments. Have your speech ready a couple weeks before the wedding to give yourself time to practice and make any last-minute adjustments.

Share embarrassing moments.

Inside jokes and nicknames are great for you two, but your wedding guests may not understand what’s being shared or why. Keep your message sincere but also clear about what you’re communicating so that everyone understands how you feel for each other.

After the ceremony, you’ll want to engage with guests and celebrate with food and music at your wedding reception. The professionals at Havelock Social Hall in Lincoln, NE, specialize in catering and venue rentals for major events, like your wedding. Their venues come equipped with spacious seating, a dance floor, and a bar. For booking inquiries, visit the website or give them a call at (402) 467-3002.