I found this "Blessing of the Hands" as an alternative idea for the unity candle and I love it! I've tweaked it some, but I want input from others. I need to include the children in the holding of hands, perhaps towards the end of it, or even through the whole thing:
_______, please turn and face____, and hold his hands palms up, where you can see the gift that they are to you.
These are the hands, young and strong and vibrant with love, that hold yours on your wedding day, as he promises to love you all the days of his life.
These are the hands that will work long hours to earn money for you and your family.
These are the hands that will be nicked and bruised from fixing things around the house to make you more comfortable.
These are the hands that will caress your body through the years, to make the passion of love come alive.
These are the hands that will countless times wipe tears from your eyes; tears of sorrow and tears of joy.
2007-02-09
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