www.dayofdreams.com
is the largest collection of wedding ceremony advice on the
Internet. From its more than 70 pages, couples learn how Thomas
Witham, a Chicago wedding officiant, plans, rehearses and
officiates wedding ceremonies. This website is supported by
more than 300 photographs covering all aspects of wedding
ceremony design and performance.
Topics
include: how to obtain a marriage license;a complete description
of my planning session, rehearsal session, and wedding ceremony;
how and where to have an elopement ceremony in Chicago; information
for those seeking a justice of the peace; child naming and
parental dedication ceremonies; a thorough description of
my services and fees; how to contact me by email; a full description
of my professional background; a comparison on how my wedding
ceremonies are different from the common ceremony; a description
of the couples I work for; a complete list of where I have
performed; religious and philosophical options are explained;
how I advocate my brides and grooms; letters of appreciation
that were written me; and supportive advice for those previously
married.
Other
topic matter includes: The advantage of facing your guests
in your wedding ceremony; or standing with your backs turned
as in traditional wedding ceremonies; examples of wedding
vows written by others; the importance of environmental considerations;
the use of ushers; effective seating arrangements; the use
of aisle runners and petals; using children in a wedding ceremony;
how and by whom brides may be escorted; taking parental vows
to your children in ceremony; the effective use of music;
the importance of using a pedestal to place your ceremony
accessories; using grandparents as flower children; the importance
of readers; examples of wedding ceremony readings; ceremony
options to honor loved ones deceased.
Other
topic matter includes: Performing your ceremony in a special
location; having a wedding ceremony in theme; using a wedding
ceremony photo montage; conducting your ceremony at the location
of others who could not ordinarily attend; improvisation of
wedding ceremony options; the importance of staying in character
during your ceremony; advice on what names you may use; making
plans for rain; commentary on honoring your parents or care
givers; discouragement on misrepresenting your start time;
how to conduct ceremonies in candlelight; and the importance
of using a reception line.
Other
topic matter includes: using a unity candle, using wine sharing;
the sand ceremony; the blessing tree; the giving of roses
to family members; butterfly releases in a wedding ceremony;
dove release in a wedding ceremony; balloon release; tossing
petals; using bubbles in a wedding ceremony; using an applause
walk at the ceremony's conclusion; the five important rules
that govern the design and performance of my ceremonies; advice
on using a photographer; advice on wedding coordinators; how
to avoid bad venues; how to create a wedding ceremony order
of events or handbill; an invitation to journalists who may
want my advice; and a site map.
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