My gent & I got married in a private ceremony at the courthouse three years ago right before he was deployed. Most of my family didn't hear about it until afterwards. (and we somewhat insluted by it.) At the 5 year mark we want to have a more public renewal, BUT what to expect? Since most of the vows renewals in my family take place on the 50th year they tend to be a big to-do. We cannot afford this.
Any suggestions?
2006-10-27 17:40:39 · 9 answers · asked by speranzacampbell 5 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
First - congratulations on your marriage and your determination to let the world know of your love.
Second - the decisions are y ours, not your in-laws/family.
Third - I would talk to a pastor. He/she will have some simple ideas, the church will be way cheaper than a hall.
Four - you can decide how large the party is, design and print your own invites, and all the rest. I would suggest only a boquet for yourself.
Five - be creative. Serve K rations then bring out the pizza.
Six 0 most anniversary's have a HallMark type of gift - paper goods, glass, etc. use that as a theme.
Bless you. Job 1 well done.
2006-10-27 17:46:16 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
That is very similar to my story. We got married overseas and his family and friends weren't there so we were planning a renewal for our fifth anniversary. We are just going to have a celebrant perform the renewal outdoors, a short ceremony in a park or by the beach and then go to a nice (but not very expensive) restaurant for dinner. It's nice and not expensive, the only costs are the celebrant and maybe seating, then dinner but some places give you a deal for groups booked in advance.
2006-10-28 00:49:36 · answer #2 · answered by jenieatworld 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have the same type of wedding you would have had if your husband didn't have to deploy right away. We renewed our wedding vows for our 11th anniversary and we had a small reception and ceremony; but you can have a big one if you want. You can also have a small one if you want too, do what you like. Good luck.
2006-10-28 03:18:45 · answer #3 · answered by maigen_obx 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have your renewal ceremony at a pretty park, the vows can be exchanged at the gazebo, followed by a family/friends cookout. Not expensive, but very appropriate
2006-10-28 00:43:50 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can plan a vow renewal with a ceremony at church (or wherever) for close family and friends, then have a small dinner at home or out if you prefer.
2006-10-28 09:47:33 · answer #5 · answered by Lydia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son get married by proxy. Meaning he was being deployed and I spoke on behalf of him as he married his wife. Then when there was time we had a wonderful wedding. It was simple and so nice. It could be a family project, like a potluck. There are inexpensive ways to have a little wedding or even a big one.
I bet your family would love to be a part of this.
2006-10-28 01:00:36 · answer #6 · answered by clcalifornia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would plan a nice dinner at the house...Maybe get some family members to pitch in to help prepare the meal and all....get a nice wedding cake, and a few flowers....if on a budget, use silk..and have the ceremony right there at the house. It will be very nice and elegant...and the family will be there...what else matters? You have your man and your family....don't go overspending....just make it nice....if you want to do favors inexpensively go to favorwarehouse.com
2006-10-28 00:45:32 · answer #7 · answered by Fee4Lyfe 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, don't bother. You are already married. It's not a big deal to anyone else. They could care less. Save your money and take your sweety on a second honeymoon. Forget about the other bozos.
2006-10-28 00:52:05 · answer #8 · answered by x 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Do what you can. I mean if you guys love each other you shouldn't worry about it so much . You guys are a good couple do what you guys can and keep it simple and you'll be okay. Keep it real and be easy
2006-10-28 00:49:12 · answer #9 · answered by Kia H 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋