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Kim
Just Said Yes August 2020

Vow renewal after 1 year?

Kim, on September 24, 2020 at 11:42 AM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 3
My husband and I got married August 8, 2020. We were supossed to get married in Western NY but due to travel restrictions we couldn't go to NY. For financial and insurance reasons we decided to have a small ceremony in Wisconsin where we live. All of his family lives here and all my family is in NY. The only person from my family that was able to make it was my grandma, who was also our officiant.


As we already had deposits down that we didn't want to lose out on we planned to atleast have a reception out in NY next year to celebrate with my family. We are also thinking about renewing our vows and wearing our outfits (my dress, he bought a suit). Everything was supossed to be at my frandparents farm which has special meaning to me.
My problem now is my sister just got engaged (2 days ago) and is planning on getting married at the same farm either in September of 2021 or 2022. While I have a strained relationship with my sister I am happy for her and don't want to take away from her day. My mom was severely disappointed she could not help me get ready and wants to see me in my dress.
Should we keep our plan to do a vow renewal and reception next August or should we just have a more casual party to celebrate?

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Latest activity by Lynnie, on September 25, 2020 at 1:17 PM
  • Meghan
    Expert September 2021
    Meghan ·
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    I would keep the plan to do a vow renewal since that’s something that will also be a special moment with you, your hubby, and family. Congrats to you and your sis!
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  • Katie
    Dedicated October 2021
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    I think you should continue with your plans for a vow renewal and reception next year! Especially since your family wasn’t able to be with you on your day and it would be nice to have these memories and photos with your family too. Lots of covid couples are doing this. As for your sister, I don’t see an issue with this but some people need the entire spotlight in the time leading up too (my FSIL is like this lol) so depending on the type your sister is just make sure to let her know of your plans so she can decide what she wants to do. If she wants September 2021 that’s great but if she thinks it’s too close to yours she can choose 2022 it’s up to her. It’s obviously not your fault you had to postpone so hopefully she’ll understand
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  • Lynnie
    WeddingWire Administrator October 2016
    Lynnie ·
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    Hi Kim! I don't think that means you have to cancel your plans! I'd go through with your vow renewal & reception like you planned.

    They'll still be totally different events, with different guest lists as well! Smiley heart

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