5 Wedding Traditions to Keep (Volume #1)

This is such a great sign of respect to the family. You really can’t go wrong here. Very few brides are going to be upset that you took the time (and courage) to meet with their family to ask for their blessing. It isn’t likely that you are going to have a “why you gotta be so rude?” type of response. If they don’t offer their blessing… screw it, you tried… propose anyway.

The first dance serves as a great transitional moment during your reception to take the event from dinner to party. Don’t take yourselves too seriously, have fun with each other. Spontaneity is better here than trying to win “Dancing with the Stars”.  The first dance should make your list of wedding traditions to keep.

Couples are often torn from two extremes with their vows… a) make them deeply personal in front of their audience or b) keep them pretty standard. A good alternative is to keep the vows relatively simple, but exchange personal letters on the day of your wedding. You will be happy that you have such a great keepsake,and it will be a constant reminder of how you felt on the day you got married.

Scientific evidence proves that shared experiences with loved ones leads to happiness. The honeymoon is a great way to install this mentality from the start of your marriage. Besides, you are going to need some R&R after everything that goes into your wedding week. This doesn’t have to be expensive. Explore the options that work best for you. This is not something you should cut out.

Your family and friends collectively spent a lot of time, money and effort to plan and attend your wedding. You will regret not taking the opportunity at the event to thank and honor the most important people in your life. It doesn’t have to be funny or entertaining, just gracious and authentic.