I have been married twice and the first marriage ended in divorce after five years, from that marriage three children were born. I married my second husband four years ago and we are planning a vow renewal next year. My father was not there to give me away on either occasion because he strongly objected to my first marriage and my second wedding was in a church prohibiting my father from attending because of his religous beliefs. I am an only child and I would like my father to give me away to the man that I love. My husband is a US Marine and my father adores him. Would it really be inappropriate to have my dad give me away?
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Re: [marinelover] Da giving bride away at vow renewal
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Dear Found Happiness,
I really wish I could tell you that it will be viewed positively. But, you can't be 'given away'. No one is anymore anyway. However, in this case, you are already married. Your father shouldn't be handing you off to another man. Plus, it would mirror a wedding too much.
Perhaps there is something else that could be done that would include your father. Perhaps during your personalized vows your officiate could include your father in some way. A good officiate would have some great ideas.
It would be wonderful to walk with your children down the aisle. This is most often what is done when there is a procession.
Dad giving bride away at vow renewal
