Most beautiful vows you have heard/read? Please share!

I was a guest at a Catholic wedding where the priest turned off the mic when it was time for the B&G to say their vows.

I have heard personal vows that made me cringe, some that made me chuckle, and some that touched me as well as all of the guests. But, mostly I hear the traditional vows -- it's hard to improve upon them.

These are my vows:

From the moment I met you, you’ve surprised me, distracted me, captivated me, and challenged me in a way that no one ever has. I’ve fallen in love with you over and over again countless times without reservation, and I fall more in love with you every day.

I promise to be true to you, to uplift and support you, to frustrate and challenge you (I’m already good at that one) and to share with you all the beautiful, quirky moments in life, and maybe someday, if the stars align, I might even let you win an argument (even though most of the time you’re right).

I promise to never sing or play “Scotty doesn’t know”

I promise to make sure I’m not just hungry, before I yell at you.

I promise to be your best friend…with benefits.

I promise not to keep score.

I promise to defend you to others, even if you are wrong.

I promise to support you when you’re sad, to guide you when you ask for direction, to challenge you to be a better person, and allow you to do the same for me.

[Husband's full name], I love what you are, what you do, how you try. I’ve seen your kindness and your strength. I’ve seen the best and the worst of you. And I understand with perfect clarity exactly what you are. You’re one hell of a man. You’re the one, and no matter what trials we encounter or hardships we endure together or how much time has passed know that my love for you will never fade.

Either the bride or groom can go first. There is no protocol. I usually ask who is more nervous and let them do it first!

Remember vows are PROMISES you are making to your beloved. So many vows seem to be about the person making the vows and how they feel. That's okay...but make sure you promise your beloved whatever you want to promise them.

You might consider talking to each other about what vows you need to have made to you...and what vows you would like to make to the other. You can still have other (surprise!) vows for each other...but make sure you include what is important to each other in your vows.