I have an Aunt that is really close like anouther mom does anyone have ideas how I can include her in my weddi

Answer 1

She could:

-sing or play a song for the ceremony
-read a poem or blessing during the ceremony (or do a scriptural reading, depending on what kind of wedding you're having)
-wear a special corsage
-be mentioned in the program
-be asked to give a toast at the reception
-be escorted in as part of the processional
-be included in family wedding photos
-sit at the head table as part of the wedding party
-be in charge of welcoming guests and helping them sign the guest book
-be part of the receiving line
-be included in one of the "special" dances (some receptions have the first dance branch out half way through to include parents and members of the wedding party)
- be the bride's special attendant
-etc.

Depending on what traditions you follow, weddings are becoming more open and free form. I've always liked the idea of having special people in the bride's and groom's lives coming forward and reading a short blessing in support of their union- not everyone is comfortable writing their own, of course, so having a short script, perhaps favorite poem, seems to work well. In reverse, I've also seen the bride and groom read a short prayer of gratitude naming and honoring important people in their lives, which can be quite lovely too.

Answer 2

I know a lot of people have Jr.Bridesmaids in their wedding but I was actually thinking of having a few "Senior" Bridesmaids. I don't know where you stand but most of my girls are younger and not married themselves yet. I have a few older ladies that are very close. I wouldn't want to put a $$$ burden on them so I was thinking of telling them to wear the same color/style dresses and since they have many more experience with weddings - and then won't be busy running around trying to be cute! - I think they will be a lot more help than the younger girls! Whatever you decde, just be sure to communicate to her that she is - and will continue to be an important support to your life! That means a lot! Enjoy your "Big Day"!

Answer 3

A friend of mine did this because she had so many women close to her in her life. Instead of calling them bridesmaids and singling one out as the maid of honor she called them all Ladies of Honor. Each one came up and lit a candle symbolizing some part of her and her husband's relationship (humor, perseverance, trust, etc.)
Another way to do the same idea is to have your aunt and someone close to your groom come up and light candles or offer gifts that symbolize your relationship and love for one another.

Answer 4

I have almost have three moms. I have my stepmom whom I'm really close to, my real mother who died a few years ago, and another lady who has been like a mother to me my whole life.

My stepmom will sit in the front pew with my dad (even though they are split). Beside her is going to be an empty seat with a candle. after my Dad gives me away I am going to put a flower from my boquet on my real mom's "place" as well as my fiancees dad's seat who is also deceased.

My family friend who has been like a mom is going to be my matron of honor and I will put her in the program under "brides parents"

Answer 5

Yes, I had an Aunt that I was really close too. So what I did for her, not to overshadow my mom I let her sit in the front row with my mom. She didn't walk in but sat right next to her. I also had a corsage made for her as well.

Answer 6

I have the same kind of relationship to my aunt. Have her do a reading at the ceremony. Also buy her a corsage/wristlet... whatever the moms and/or grandmothers are getting.

Answer 7

My aunt helped me to get ready instead of my maid of honorso we could spend those last few minutes together. Plus she made sure the ladies and flower girl kept in place and over seen the small items. This made her feel very helpful and made us even closer.

Answer 8

You could always have her escort the ring bearer and flower girl up and down the aisle. My Nana did this at my brother's wedding and she loved it! =) It was a great way to have her involved in the big day without putting too much on her in the way of wedding day stress! =)

Answer 9

Make sure she has a special corsage, have her do a reading during the ceremony, make her the hostess of the wedding, or give her a special thank you on your ceremony program.

Answer 10

ya you can have candels out all over the plac and have her light them just befor the wedding starts thats what i did at my uncles wedding and i was a big part of the wedding because it makes the weding really pretty