The Knot Missouri & Kansas Weddings Magazine

for better or for verse

Unless you and your partner are professional orators, chances are your wedding day will be one of the first times you speak in front of a crowd. And while the spotlight alone may be enough to make you shiver, layer on the fact you’ll be saying some very personal things and you’re bound to put off writing your vows for as long as possible to avoid the stress. Here’s the good news: We’ve got foolproof tips sure to make things a bit easier on you both. (You should have some tissues at the ready, just in case.)

Do some inspirational research

First things first: Do a bit of reading

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