Memorials at Weddings

It is an unfortunate part of life that all of our loved ones are not always here to celebrate with us on our wedding day. Even though they are not here with us in person does not mean they cannot be with us in spirit. There are many ways to honor these special people on the big day.

When my husband and I were married I had recently lost a close cousin and also a very special great aunt. To honor these wonderful ladies we had a beautiful floral arrangement put together and placed on the piano at the front of the church. In our ceremony programs we mentioned this arrangement and told our guests who it was a memorial for.

Beyond flowers there are many ways to remember loved ones on your wedding day. One of my favorite memorials for weddings is the photo frame on the bride's bouquet. This is where the bride has a picture of her lost loved one in a frame attached to her bouquet, very personal and meaningful.

Other ideas for remembering the lost are placing framed pictures of them on a "In Remembrance" table at the reception or the cocktail hour. Lighting candles for them during your ceremony or already having them lit and placed somewhere viewable for the guests. Even playing a special song or doing a special reading as part of your ceremony is a beautiful idea.

There are so many wonderful and personal ways to remember your loved ones. Anything that you feel is special will work, make it your own.