The first option is a vase engraved with our names and wedding date. It would be filled with water and use a floating candle. This could be used as a vase after the wedding so it has practical use as well as being personalized.
The second option is the standard unity candle but personalized with our monogram (AIB), names, and wedding date. The holder and tapers come with the candle in a set.
The last option is not a candle at all but a new thing called a "sand ceremony". The sand comes in 3 colors: white to signify the spiritual aspect of the relationship, and 2 colors of your choice one to represent each person. The sand is layered in the large vase with the spiritual aspect going in first, then a small layer for each person, and lastly all of the remaining colors of sand as a mixture to represent the blending of two families, two individuals, and God.
Leave your opinions!!
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The sand thing is a neat idea, but very impractical when you move unless it was completely filled to the top so no sand shifted and there's some kind of lid. I'm Bryan's mom's first cousin, Sandy, and we've moved 7 times in 12 years of marriage so I think of everything that we buy in terms of "will it hold up in a move?". I like the middle candle best. It would look nice on a mantel someday. My opinions are my own. :)
Thank you! I hadn't thought about the practicality of trying to move sand in a vase. It's definitely something to think about.
I like the sand idea since it's a little different. My second option would be the first candle with the vase.
I like the first candle/vase best because:
a)it is personalized. This way no one will forget the date! (Not that anyone ever would...)
b)It is versatile. Unity candle, floating candle holder, vase for flowers, etc. You could probably get one of those "make your own candles" kits and use that as the holder. (And set it on a warmer so you don't have an allergy attack!)
c)It looks sturdy will withhold moves, kids, etc. While B is pretty, I just can't see it in a house. It looks like it belongs in a church, not a house.
While I LOVE the sand idea, I agree it isn't so practical. Plus, I kind of think its goofy if you aren't getting married on the beach.
BUT, this is YOUR wedding, you should do what YOU want!
:)
i like the floating candle one the best plus its really pretty. i totally agree with every thing liz said.
The sand idea is my favorite, I think you should do it exactly like the one pictured!!! best wishes for the future ;)
I really like the floating candle in the vase so you can use it the rest of your lives (especially on anniversaries or anytime Bryan gives you flowers).
It is very elegant and you don't have to worry about spilling it in a move which you seem to do frequently.
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Thanks for all of the great ideas and suggestions. We will take all of this into consideration and make our choice soon!
I think the first candle is the one I would pick.. I like it because it is different. You can put anything in it. Later if you wanted on your Anniversary you could light the candle again.. To me it is very special, practical and personalized. It can go with any style in your home. I think you and Bryan make a Wonderful Couple and I have never seen Bryan so HAPPY!! Love You Both, Your Future Mother In Law.... Kathy ;-)
I like the sand one. It's unique, I've never seen anyone do something like that. Using sand that is the color of your wedding would be so pretty. You could probably even get a glass that was still personalized in some way.
-Erin :)
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