“How to Add the Unity Sand Ceremony to Your Wedding And Make it a Lasting Keepsake of Your Marriage.”
By Sharon Vaz | March 10, 2008
The Unity Sand Ceremony is known all over the world for its beauty and sanctity. Couples add this ceremony to their weddings as an alternative to the unity candle ceremony because it so elegantly captures the meaning of their two lives becoming one. And it creates a lasting keepsake of that special day.
Using different colored sands, the bride and groom each take turns filling a Unity Vase as they recite their chosen vows. The sand colors can be coordinated with your home décor, chosen based on colors you love personally or for any other special reason that is meaningful to you. At the end of the ceremony, the vase is taken home and sits atop a shelf, a table or a mantle, beautifully symbolizing the start of your new life together.
Thinking of a Beach Wedding?
Beach weddings are growing in popularity. There’s something very special about being outdoors, having an ocean breeze wash over you and your guests. It’s very magical. Beach weddings are uniquely suited for the Unity Sand Ceremony.
I’m sure you would agree that beach weddings are very romantic and the Unity Sand Ceremony is a beautiful way to add meaning to your beach wedding vows. Your guests will be touched as well watching you and your beloved pour colored sands into your Unity Vase as the waves lap upon the shore.
A Special Way to Honor Your Blended Family
The Family Unity Ceremony is a modified version of the Unity Sand Ceremony. This ceremony can include children and other members of your new blended family and creates a treasured Unity Vase filled with many colors. Family members can also recite special vows as part of the ceremony.
In today’s world it’s not uncommon for either the bride or groom to have children and the Family Unity Ceremony is perfect for when children are part of the picture. Children are especially drawn to using sand to symbolize the loving union of their new Mom and Dad.
Select from these Beautiful Unity Vase Sets
Searching for the perfect Unity Sand Ceremony accessories? Choosing the right Unity vase set and the right color sand is an important part of creating the perfect wedding. At My Divine Wedding, you’ll find everything from heart-shaped vases to the popular family unity nesting vases and a whole lot more. The vase sets can be engraved with your names or a special message to honor your wedding day.
You’ll also find a great selection of high quality crystalline quartz sands in colors ranging from Bermuda Blue, Lavender, Dark Pink, Moss Green and several others. If children or family members are included in the ceremony, you may want to have them choose a color that is symbolic to them.
Create the Perfect Unity Sand Ceremony Vows
Deciding what vows to recite as you and your beloved pour beautiful colored sand into your Unity Vase is now easier than you may have imagined. 23 touching and inspiring vows are included in the new book, “Sand, Sound and Soul: The Complete Guide to the Unity Sand Ceremony.”
You’ll find vows for beach weddings and blended family weddings, for multi-ethnic or multi-racial couples as well as vows for various faiths. And any of them can be modified as you are inspired to do so. Everything you need to know about the Unity Sand Ceremony is included and with the help of this book you can create the most memorable wedding of your dreams!
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Using Modern Wedding Vows to Create an Unforgettable Experience on your Wedding Day
By Sharon Vaz | March 28, 2008
Modern wedding vows have sometimes been thought of as being non-traditional and, therefore, strange or inappropriate. However, many brides and grooms today are choosing to write their own wedding vows that put a personal and unique aspect into their dream wedding. For example, some of the most unique and beautiful wedding vows are combined with the lovely 
unity sand ceremony. Traditionally, it was the minister or officiant who decided upon a couple’s wedding vows according to either a religious affiliation or a civil ceremony. Today’s couples are taking a more active role in writing their own wedding vows according to their desired expressions of their steadfast love throughout the years.
To find a variety of modern wedding vows isn’t at all difficult. Most book stores have books that will help you decide upon romantic wedding vows that will make your special day memorable. Or you can choose to write your own wedding vows. This is especially easy because of the many workbooks available that teach you how to write your vows together, straight from your heart! If you would like to combine your own modern wedding vows with the elegance and emotionally moving unity sand ceremony, there are online sites that will take you through every step you need to perfect your sand ceremony vows. Read the rest of this entry »
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Announcing a Beautiful New Unity Sand Ceremony Collection
By Sharon Vaz | December 12, 2007
Brides and grooms-to-be who plan to include the deep commitment and romance of the Unity Sand Ceremony in their wedding celebrations now have the choice of beautiful heart-shaped vases to symbolize the magical day when their two hearts were joined together in love. As boundless as the sea’s pristine beaches, the Unity Sand Ceremony lends unforgettable meaning to any couple’s union.
At MyDivineWedding.com, several lovely vases have been added to the growing list of products that enhance the emotional symbolism of the Unity Sand Ceremony.
First, the new Heart Shaped Unity Sand Ceremony Set is growing rapidly in popularity because of its beautiful message that the hearts of husbands and wives beat as one for the rest of their lives. This 6 piece set includes a heart shaped bottle with glass stopper, 2 large heart vases, 1 small heart vase and 1 metal display stand.
This is the perfect vase for the delicate sands poured into it by the bride and groom during the Unity Sand Ceremony. It’s wonderful for blended families as children, through their own vases and sands, celebrate the joy of their parents’ union.
Since the heart-shaped pouring vases are also sold separately, the couple can purchase additional vases to complete the Unity Sand Ceremony portion of their wedding. This very attractive set of vases is stunning on a mantle or displayed in a china cabinet.
For simple and unique loveliness, the new Small Heart Shaped Vase is versatile and memorable even when used alone rather than with the heart-shaped set. A couple can choose this smaller vase for their Unity Sand Ceremony to hold their chosen multi-colored sands. Alternatively, this charming vase can also be used with blended families, as table centerpieces holding the couple’s sand color theme, or even with flesh flowers to commemorate the occasion.
When brides and grooms symbolically join hearts through their wedding vows and the beauty of the Unity Sand Ceremony, these heart-shaped vases are life-long reminders that despite the trials of life, love still thrives in the heart. Explore the complete Unity Sand Collection now!
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The Unity Sand Ceremony Comes to Prince Edward Island, Canada
By Sharon Vaz | September 26, 2007
With the serene back drop of Prince Edward Island farmlands, Linda MacDonald and John Bain held their wedding on August 11th, 2007. The unity sand ceremony was an important part of the wedding as both Linda and John had children before this marriage.
Right from when John proposed in December last year they knew that they wanted an outdoor wedding combined with a family unity ceremony of some kind. It was soon after that that they discovered the unity sand ceremony and decided that it would be perfect for their blended family wedding.
It was very important for both Linda and John that their blended family be included in a family unity ceremony and with five children between them the unity sand ceremony was the best choice because of the ease of getting the seven of them involved without looking silly. Read the rest of this entry »
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Renewing Wedding Vows: Do it the Way You Have Always Dreamed it to Be!
By Sharon Vaz | September 11, 2007
So you are thinking about renewing wedding vows but are not sure about what to do next or even whether it is a good idea? There are a lot of things to consider: why should you renew your vows; the etiquette of renewing wedding vows; who are renewing their vows; and what you can say to renew or reaffirm your vows, are just a few of the questions that are probably flowing through your head. Why don’t we just pick one and start there?
Just Who Are Renewing Wedding Vows?
In these days of high divorce rates there are still many people who stay together long enough to consider renewing vows. Even amongst the celebrities there are some who have done so for a variety of reasons. For instance Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne renewed their vows on New Years Eve 2002 for two reasons. Firstly they had made it to 20 years of marriage in the mad cap world of rock and roll and secondly because Sharon had just survived a serious bout with colon cancer.
They are not the only celebrities to have renewed their vows. In the film industry, Robert de Niro and Grace Hightower have renewed theirs. While in sports David and Victoria Beckham have renewed theirs and back in music, Madonna and Guy Richie have renewed their vows as well. Read the rest of this entry »
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A Hawaii Beach Wedding Makes for a Picture Perfect Celebration
By Sharon Vaz | June 24, 2007
A lot of couples dream of having a Hawaii Beach Wedding. And why not? The golden coasts, lush vegetation, and a populace known for its warmth and sense of jubilation all make for a stimulating destination wedding.
But like every great beach wedding idea, a Hawaii destination wedding needs careful thought and planning. Probably the best way to research your Hawaii beach wedding would be to use the internet. The beach theme wedding is so popular there are many websites devoted to Hawaiian ceremonies. You can also find info on a Caribbean beach wedding, Florida beach wedding, and other places that can offer you similarly stimulating venues for your ceremony.
The key word here is planning. The more you know what you want and the better you can visualize it, the more successful and memorable your big day will be.
The following steps will help you envision, plan, and organize a breathtaking Hawaii beach wedding.
Hawaii Beach Wedding Tip #1 – Create Your Invitations
Create invitations that reflect the theme of your ceremony. Traditional card invitations that come in light sandy colors are great; alternatively, how about non-traditional invites like small bottles with sand and a rolled sheet of paper inside (with your ceremony details printed on it)? Read the rest of this entry »
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Insights Into Establishing A Harmonious Blended Family
By Sharon Vaz | June 24, 2007
Many adults are getting married with children already in the wings. The result – blended families – can be greatly rewarding, although not without conflict.
It is not uncommon these days for couples to pursue remarriage with children already in tow. Blended family statistics show that at least one in three Americans is now a stepchild, stepparent, a stepsibling, or some part of a blended family.
Blended families are usually the result of remarriage after divorce, where both bride and groom have kids under their wings. Or perhaps it’s a first time wedding for two single parents. Whatever the reason, families that are united by virtue of marriage and not blood are on the rise, bringing hope and stability to many people’s lives.
Blended Family Remarriage Conflicts
It’s not much of a surprise, however, that kids who suddenly have to deal with a “stepmother” or “stepfather” tend to shy away, become closed off, or openly rebel towards change. It’s a normal blended family issue that can be dealt with successfully; one must be prepared for resistance though. Read the rest of this entry »
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Seven Ways to Make Your Blended Family A Success
By Sharon Vaz | April 15, 2007
Almost half of American marriages end in divorce and remarriage is common. Therefore it’s not surprising that blended families are becoming common – over 10 million US children live in them. But it is not necessarily easy living in one of these families. Often 
strong tensions can lead to disruptions. With careful management these challenges can be overcome and the stressed blended family can become a success.
This article gives seven ways that a blended family can be greatly enhanced. It also suggests the use of the unity family ceremony during the wedding as a good way to get the marriage off on the right foot.
Nearly one out of every two marriages in the United States ends in divorce. Often, remarriage after divorce occurs and if one or both parties have children, a new family unit, a blended family, is created.
Blended families are the fastest growing demographic group in the U.S. The Blended family statistics are eye-opening. Washington University estimates half a million adults become step parents each year. The 2000 Census Bureau statistics show 10.6 million children living in blended families. Nearly half of these children live with one step-parent and one biological parent.
Some Difficulties of Blended Family Life
Often, when new families are formed there are difficulties faced as the new family members adjust to changes. Blended family conflicts are common but becoming a blended family doesn’t always have to be a problem. When all parties involved understand the challenges of combining households, it’s easier to discuss the issues and solve any problems before they occur. Read the rest of this entry »
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The Romance of A Beach Wedding
By Sharon Vaz | April 1, 2007
How romantic can a beach wedding ceremony be? What better way to say ‘I love you’ than with the sand running between your toes? It’s all true; a beach wedding is beautiful, romantic and picturesque. But beach wedding ceremonies have their problems too.
So where are you intending to have your beach wedding? Is it a Caribbean beach wedding or a Hawaii beach wedding or maybe your intending to have a Florida beach wedding? It doesn’t really matter which divine tropical location you’re going to have your ocean theme wedding at, they all have one thing in common. They are all warm to hot and that can play merry hell with your choice of beach wedding clothes. It’s not much good wearing a really beautiful gown only to have hideous wet marks from heat induced sweat ruining the look and all the beach wedding photos. So wear something appropriate and pick the cooler morning or late afternoon for the beach wedding ceremony. Wear something light and loose in natural materials, for instance cotton, and for the men (who sweat more) suggest under vests to absorb the sweat and keep them feeling cooler and dryer during the beach wedding.
Wind And The Beach Wedding Ceremony
Remember that a beach wedding is an outdoor wedding and therefore you are at the mercy of the elements. Mostly in the tropics, they are at least predictable and can be worked around. For instance remember it may well be windy so don’t have things that are easily blown around as part of the décor of your beach wedding. And make sure that things like the centre pieces are heavy enough to stay where they are put. Use lovely heavy glass vases or add a layer of sand inside the containers to increase their weight. And you can outline the path to your beach wedding ceremony with stones or sea shells to give even more of a marine feeling to your beach wedding.
And don’t forget to be prepared for the worst. Just in case the weather should turn to rain have a back up room in the venue which you can use so the wedding can happily proceed. Make sure the guests are fully informed of what is happening before the time arrives. Read the rest of this entry »
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Destination Weddings for Those Who Hunger for the Exotic
By Sharon Vaz | February 24, 2007
You’ve decided that you want a destination wedding, preferably a beach wedding, but most importantly you want to go somewhere exotic where the sea breezes cool the warm afternoon and stir the palm trees.
You’ve got it all pictured in your mind you just don’t know where to go for your destination wedding.You’ve decided you want your destination wedding to be somewhere exotic like the Caribbean with its golden beaches and azure sea and sky, or Hawaii with its fabulous beaches and lush tropical flowers, or Florida with its cosmopolitan cities and world famous theme parks and its beautiful beaches. Let’s take a closer look at these destination wedding locations.
Do All Roads Lead to Caribbean Destination Wedding Resorts?
We’ll start our tour with the Islands of the Bahamas. There are 700 of them stretching for 500 miles to the east of Florida and Cuba. They have some of the clearest sea water in the world which makes for truly spectacular snorkeling and beach weddings. They also have a whole division of the Tourism Ministry devoted to Destination Weddings. So if you have a beach wedding idea, give them a ring during office hours and they will be happy to help you.
On the other side of the Caribbean in Mexico is Cancun, another spectacular Caribbean Beach Wedding setting. Its unique attractions are Mayan archaeological sites along with beautiful white beaches and some of the best diving sites in the Caribbean. Many hotels and resorts have destination wedding packages that include the beach wedding free. This bonus is available at many Caribbean resorts. Read the rest of this entry »
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Our Latest Featured Unity Sand Ceremony Bride has a Blended Family
By Sharon Vaz | January 25, 2007
Our latest Unity Sand Ceremony Featured Bride is Erin Holder of New York. She and her fiance are getting married in Puerto Rico in a Beach Wedding style ceremony. The ceremony is going to be on April 28, 2007.
Both Erin and her fiance have daughters so it was very important to them to find a way to have a blended family wedding.
Erin found out about the Unity Sand Ceremony on the web when she was looking for ways to include her blended family in the service. She found that with the Unity Sand Ceremony she could really include the daughters in a Family Unity Ceremony.
With further research on the Net, Erin was able to find some special words that she is going to use for the Family Unity Ceremony. She has “tweaked it a little bit” and now “every word of it is going to be just how we feel and what’s really important to us’” like the blended family. We are going to ask Erin if we can publish the words to her vows on this site after her Unity Sand Ceremony is over.
Erin thinks that, as they are getting married on the beach, the Unity Sand Ceremony is most appropriate as “it won’t blow out like a candle would!
Sharon Vaz asked Erin if she had any advice for other brides. She said “the ceremony is the most important thing in your life. And I think you really need to do it exactly the way you want it to be done.”
That’s why her ceremony is going to be a beach wedding in Puerto Rico including the Unity Sand Ceremony and her blended family with a close family friend officiating. It will be a real Family Unity Ceremony where Erin and her fiance can really bond with their two daughters.
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Our First Unity Sand Ceremony Featured Bride!
By Sharon Vaz | January 23, 2007
Congratulations to Tasha Hays, our first Unity Sand Ceremony Featured Bride! Tasha married Ricardo Hays Snr in May last year. Tasha used the Unity Sand Ceremony for her wedding.
“We really enjoyed doing the sand ceremony. All of our guests thought the Unity Sand Ceremony was very neat and added a nice touch to the ceremony.” As Tasha found you don’t have to perform the Unity Sand Ceremony during the Marriage Service itself, you can perform it during the reception afterwards with great effect. Tasha and Ricardo have three children who they included in the Unity Sand Ceremony by them having their own vase of different colored scenic sand.
All had their own favorite color: red and black for the boys and blue for their daughter. Tasha’s scenic sand was light green and Ricardo’s was dark green while the celebrant’s was white. Altogether they made for a very colorful Unity vase. Tasha intends showing off the Unity vase and individual vases in a display in their home to remind them of the vows they made on their special wedding day. She also thinks that the display makes a very beautiful decoration. Tasha said that she was inspired to have the Unity Sand Ceremony included in her wedding because she thought it was something different to include in the ceremony of the day. Asked to give some advice to other brides, Tasha said that it was important to order in good time before the ceremony so that nothing was rushed. Also it was important to get everything from the same supplier so that it all matched perfectly. And that’s exactly what you can do at MyDivineWedding.com.
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Hot New Beach Wedding Idea - Sea Animal Candle Holders
By Sharon Vaz | January 22, 2007
If you want a Caribbean Beach Wedding theme or a Hawaii Beach Wedding theme, what better way to help evoke the style than these fabulous Sea Animal Candle Holders?
Just imagine the pathways to the ocean theme wedding being flanked by these little creatures all glowing with candles in them.
Made of aqua colored glass, these wonderful Wedding Accessories can be made to hold a range of wedding candles but are a perfect fit for standard tea lights.
If, for some reason, candles are not allowed or may prove troublesome, then pseudo-tea lights are also made to fit these aqua glass delights.
These exquisite sea animal candle holders are of course totally perfect as candle holders for a beach wedding ceremony, but there are other ways to use them.
For instance, if you are having a beach theme wedding, fill the sea animal candle holders with delicious chocolates and place them on the tables at the reception as ocean wedding favors. Your guests are sure to love them.
No matter how you use them, these little delights are ideal for a beach theme wedding idea. There are three different designs in each set of these unique candle holders. There is a starfish and two different shell designs in the pack. And they cost just $5.98 per set. Get yours now from MyDivineWedding.com!
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