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Just Said Yes October 2016

Wedding ceremony but already married

Melissa, on November 18, 2015 at 10:53 PM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 21

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Hello all, I just had a few questions. Me and my husband have been married 2 years but we never had a ceremony. We didn't even have a courthouse one. We just went to a courthouse and signed a paper that we agreed to be married. We live in Texas by the way. We do want to have a ceremony, for the experience and to celebrate with family and friends. Just wanted to know if it would be called a wedding or a vow renewal since we're already married? But we never said our vows so would it just be a wedding ceremony? It will almost feel a little silly considering we will be getting married and are already married, but we still want the ceremony. Anyone in or know someone in a similar situation?

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Latest activity by Holly, on November 19, 2015 at 4:32 PM

Master November 2016
KitandKaboodle · on November 18, 2015 at 10:56 PM
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We were married in our home with our immediate family and BP. We refer to our upcoming ceremony as our wedding. ETA: You get to decide if it's your wedding or a vow renewal.
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Master February 2016
AlexisM082 · on November 18, 2015 at 10:56 PM
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Vow renewal. It's been two years.....
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Master December 2016
Elizabeth · on November 18, 2015 at 11:56 PM
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Another vote for vow renewal.
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Master March 2016
lovin' life · on November 19, 2015 at 12:19 AM
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Vow renewal. You are already married.
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VIP May 2016
Stephie · on November 19, 2015 at 12:46 AM
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Yep! It's a vow renewal. You got married two years ago.
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VIP September 2016
Lara~N~Love · on November 19, 2015 at 12:49 AM
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Vow renewal if you're already married.
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VIP August 2016
Courtney CtoS · on November 19, 2015 at 12:54 AM
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I say vow renewal too. If you were doing it a couple months later, I'd call it a wedding but two years is a long time.
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Devoted November 2015
Alejandra G · on November 19, 2015 at 1:11 AM
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Another vote for vow renewal. At two years, you're no longer newlyweds. ETA spelling
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Master April 2015
Lucy · on November 19, 2015 at 1:30 AM
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Vow renewal for sure.
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VIP October 2015
Jessi · on November 19, 2015 at 9:23 AM
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A wedding is when you get married; your wedding was at the courthouse, even if it was unceremonious.

I normally associate vow renewals with milestone anniversaries. What you are planning seems odd to me, but if it makes you happy then go for it.
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Kelly · on November 19, 2015 at 9:38 AM
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What about a "celebration of marriage" or something similar to that? Ultimately, it can be called whatever you want to call it, but you should be cautious about deceiving your guests. Do they know you're already married?
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Master August 2016
OGSue · on November 19, 2015 at 9:52 AM
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Vow renewal since it's been so long.
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VIP August 2015
Sassy Cincy Bride · on November 19, 2015 at 10:35 AM
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I say renewal. Whatever you want to call it is fine. A celebration of marriage is good.
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Master December 2015
OriginalKD · on November 19, 2015 at 10:40 AM
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OP - I live in Texas and have no clue what 'document' you signed agreeing to be married. In Texas, you are married when the signed marriage license is processed at the county clerk (Lucy correct me if I am referencing the wrong point of contact) or via common law. But, under common law there is no paperwork. This sounds fishy
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Dedicated April 2016
Vidi · on November 19, 2015 at 10:48 AM
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You could call it a Symbolic Ceremony
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Celia Milton · on November 19, 2015 at 10:56 AM
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If everyone knows, call it a vow renewal. If no one does, call it whatever you want.

If you signed a marriage certificate, you're married.
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Master December 2015
OriginalKD · on November 19, 2015 at 11:18 AM
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Rosemary the verbiage you selected is very pretty
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Holly · on November 19, 2015 at 1:58 PM
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My cousins did this and it was called a "love celebration" I think. But I think what Rosemary said is good.
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Master July 2016
Mrs. Mac · on November 19, 2015 at 1:59 PM
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Vow renewal for sure.
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Master September 2016
JoRocka · on November 19, 2015 at 4:02 PM
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"love celebration" takes on a whole new meaning in my world. LOL
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