Obviously, we have a blog so our friends and family "know" the questions we have about marriage, the concerns we share about marriage equality, and what we're doing on this blog. At least we hope they do!
Still, at the end of the day, we're having a solemn religious wedding ceremony to recognize and celebrate our love and commitment to each other. We've debated about how to make awareness/solidarity of marriage equality part of our celebration without making it a support rally. (Not that that's a bad idea...)
My friend just shared this blog post with me, compiling ideas on how to honor marriage equality in your wedding.
The skinny:
White Knots, like solidarity ribbons, on bouquets, bridal party, or given to guests
Mention in Program, explaining views and solidarity
Reading, on marriage equality during the ceremony
Donation, to marriage equality organization in lieu of favors, and/or gifts
First Dance, in honor of same-sex couples, inviting them forward to dance with you
Include in the Prayer, naming our hopes for same-sex couples
Gender Neutral Language, no more "husband and wife" in ceremony or in vows
Get married in Marriage Equality State, I mentioned this in an earlier post, too
Choose Supportive Vendors, caterers, photographers, etc. who agree with marriage equality
Tie-In to Other Rituals, like jumping-the-broom and breaking-the-glass, which have roots in other oppression or brokenness (depending on your interpretations)
Lots more to think about and research... I've got some friends helping me think about this, too, including collecting some potential readings. Looking forward to sharing more.
Do you have any ideas?
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