I have read a couple of blogs about how to add elements to your wedding that acknowledge a loved one that has passed on. There are actually some really beautiful ideas out there. But what about the loved ones that are attending the wedding? Make the wedding a personal experience for your guests as well by finding ways to incorporate them into the day.
How about a personalized note at each place setting? This might be too time consuming if you have a very large wedding, but a short note explaining how much you care about them, recounting a fun memory between you, or describing how happy you are that they were able to attend would be a lovely surprise for your guest. Perhaps something like this with a little handwritten note tucked into the napkin?
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For a fun and personal touch, think up some funny or interesting stories about your guests, especially stories about the two of you together. You could have them displayed at a special spot at your venue or just have them written on cards at the tables. This should guarantee some laughs and could also be a great icebreaker for guest at tables where not everyone knows each other.
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Find out your guests favorite songs and make sure the dj plays them. Especially songs that will get them up on the dance floor! (YMCA anyone?)
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How about adding a photo gallery of family and friends? You could include wedding photos of grandparents, aunt & uncles, friends, etc. for a touching display.
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If you have a few VIPs you want to feel extra special (maybe siblings or the maid of honor and best man for example) why not create a signature drink with their favorite type of alcohol and name it after them?
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With a little bit of creative thinking you can find lots of memorable ways to make your guests feel just as special as you do on your big day!
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Hi, I’m Danielle, a full-time student from the Canadian prairies. I am planning a fun, budget-friendly wedding to the man of my dreams, and blogging about the ups and downs along the way. There will be some obstacles: my fiancee is a proud member of the Canadian Forces and will be deploying to Afghanistan in the fall, and we expect to be posted to a new city (on the other side of the country) sometime next spring or summer…right around the time of the wedding! I’m excited to share and learn and be inspired and I hope that you’ll join in on the fun!