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These days, families are becoming more complex. Second marriages, stepparents, blending different traditions\u2026planning a wedding isn\u2019t quite as simple as it once was. Couples who want to incorporate family members into their ceremony in a special way might consider some of these lovely ideas, courtesy of Birkat Elyon<\/a>. For over three decades, Birkat Elyon has provided elegant, high-quality cubic zirconia wedding rings<\/a> to couples who want an affordable alternative to super-expensive diamonds. So think about these creative ways to add family to your wedding ceremony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TAP THEIR TALENTS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have family members with a special gift, consider\nasking them to incorporate it into your wedding (though this doesn\u2019t<\/em> mean asking for \u201cfreebies\u2019). If\nsomeone is a great singer, invite them to perform a song. Do you have a\nmusician in your clan? Maybe they could play the guitar. If a family member is\nan awesome baker, perhaps they\u2019d be interested in making the cake? Again, don\u2019t\npressure them \u2013 but they\u2019ll be flattered to have been asked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

GIVE THEM SPEAKING ROLES<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You might ask someone special to \u201cofficiate\u201d at the\nceremony. Getting the appropriate license isn\u2019t that difficult (it can even be\ndone online); just don\u2019t leave it until the last minute. Likewise, you can\ninvite parents and grandparents to offer a short blessing \u2013 a nice touch when\nblending divorced families or those of different faiths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FIND NEW WAYS TO \u201cBLEND\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For couples with younger kids from previous marriages, a \u201csand ceremony\u201d is a sweet way to symbolize this new blended family. Pour some colored sand into a bottle, then ask each child to pour some into a bowl. You can also honor the mothers in the family by giving each a red and white rose or lighting a \u201cunity\u201d candle to showcase this new chapter in the family story.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MAKE THE ENTRANCE SPECIAL<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Members of the bridal party don\u2019t have to be the only ones\nto walk down the aisle. Couples are including family members in the\nprocessional, setting their entrance to fun music with special meaning. This is\na great way to give members of big families their own special place of honor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

UTILIZE SYMBOLISM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Loved ones \u2013 even those no longer here \u2013 can play a role in\nyour big day. Both the bride and groom could wear\/carry a sentimental object,\nlike a piece of jewelry. The bridal bouquet can include flowers significant to\nsomeone special (Lillies typically represent the departed, but you could choose\na bloom that person really loved). Have family members light a remembrance\ncandle, or place flowers on your wedding altar in someone’s memory. You can\nfeature family photos at the “welcome” table, or play a song at the\nreception that has special significance. You’ll want to note the meaning of\nthese symbols: have the officiant make mention or put it in the program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are so many fun, new traditions to consider for including family in your wedding. Another new tradition? Choosing affordable, \u201csustainable\u201d cubic zirconia<\/a> over pricey, ethically-sketchy diamonds. Let Birkat Elyon<\/a> show you their full, dazzling line.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

These days, families are becoming more complex. Second marriages, stepparents, blending different traditions\u2026planning a wedding isn\u2019t quite as simple as it once was. Couples who want to incorporate family members into their ceremony in a special way might consider some of these lovely ideas, courtesy of Birkat Elyon. 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