3 Writing Prompts That Will Take Your Wedding Vows from Blank Page to Beautifully Meaningful
Hi, friend!
Did you recently get engaged?
First of all—congratulations! I hope you’ve had plenty of time to soak it all in and celebrate this exciting season.
If you’re thinking about writing custom wedding vows but aren’t sure where the heck to begin, you’re not alone.
Let me repeat that: You. Are. Not. Alone.
It can feel totally overwhelming trying to put such big feelings into a few meaningful paragraphs—oh yeah, and in front of an audience.
(I can see the sweat dewing on your forehead now.)
That’s why I’m sharing 3 thoughtful prompts to help jumpstart your vow-writing process and get the ideas flowing:
1. Map Out Your Relationship Journey
Think back on the key milestones in your relationship—your first date, the moment you knew it was something special, the challenges you’ve overcome together.
What have you learned as a couple?
Where have you grown?
And what are your hopes for the future?
These moments help shape the “why” behind your vows.
2. Gather Meaningful Words and Shared Favorites
What quotes, song lyrics, or inside jokes feel capture your relationship?
Is there a line from a movie or a book that sums up your connection?
Jot down a list of quotes that carried weight in your dating relationship—you might be surprised how easily these words can weave beautifully into your wedding vows.
To give you an example from my own wedding vows: My husband and I loved the motto from Nike “Every damn day” and used to say it to each other frequently.
It became a kind of mantra—especially during a season when he was recovering from both leg and an unexpected gall bladder surgery and I helped nurse him back to health.
When he felt powerless and useless, I’d gently remind him of my unconditional love by saying, “I choose you every damn day.”
When it came time to write my vows, I knew I had to include that phrase.
It wasn’t just a quote—it was a promise we’d already been living.
3. Reflect on What Makes Your Partner Irreplaceable
What is it about your partner that makes them worth committing to for life?
Is it their loyalty, humor, patience, strength, or all of the above?
What would you miss the most if they weren’t by your side?
These reflections can help shape the tone of your promises and highlight the deep love you share.
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Well, I hope these prompts help you move past the blank page and into meaningful reflection.
✨ Ready to take it a step further?
You've got this—and I’m cheering you on every step of the way.
