Proposals

Have you had a 6 week whirl wind romance or been with your partner for the past 30 years?  For many couples, the decision to make a commitment is an important step in the relationship.  With the diversity of our community, proposals can embrace many special meanings.  Whether it be moving in together, having a child, getting married or a commitment to monogamy, the way the question is asked is almost as important as the question itself.  No matter what the question, if the feeling is right just do it. Proposals can be intimate and spontaneous or pre-planned and a show stopping spectacle.  The only limit is your imagination but spend some time and thought into how you are going to ask the question because it is a special moment you will remember forever.  

Engagement Party

An engagement party is a celebration of your intention to commit and your love for each other.  If you are planning to have a celebration overseas, an engagement party can be a great way to involve family and friends who cannot join you for the special day.  Unlike a formal commitment ceremony or wedding, an engagement party has few formal elements and can be a wonderful way to celebrate your love in style!  Not all couples will choose to have an engagement party, but for those who do, this event can be a relaxed way of announcing your commitment to each other.       

Commitment Ceremony

A commitment ceremony means something different to everyone.  Some couples may choose to have an intimate gathering of friends, whilst others will have a church wedding with white frocks and flowergirls (or boys).  Generally, a commitment ceremony is a formal recognition of your love for one another in the presence of guests and with an exchange of vows and gifts, which represent your commitment.  Increasingly countries around the world are recognising gay and lesbian relationships and many couples now go overseas to celebrate their nuptials.  For couples who celebrate in Australia there are an increasing number of celebrants and spiritual leaders who can work with you to create an event which celebrates your unique love.  Unlike traditional wedding ceremonies, gay and lesbian unions are not restricted by formalities in language, location or ritual.  Your celebration should reflect your personalities and you can choose to ‘tie the knot’ wherever and however you desire.  No matter how you decide to celebrate this event, your ceremony should represent the love you have for each other and is an opportunity for your family and community to give their blessings and recognition to your relationship.

Anniversary

There are many kinds of anniversaries- the anniversary of your first date, your commitment ceremony, or buying your first white goods together.  Anniversaries can mark milestones big and small and depending on the event, you may choose to celebrate in a small and intimate way or with a big bash surrounded by family and friends.  Anniversaries are important to celebrate as they reflect memories and capture treasured moments.  

Vow Renewal Ceremony

In the time since you made your commitment your relationship has grown and you may want to acknowledge and honour your ongoing commitment.  A vow renewal ceremony can be an opportunity for you to re-exchange your original vows or write completely new words that reflect your relationship today and into the future.  A vow renewal ceremony is a great way to include your children, friends and family that may have not been present at the original ceremony but have played a significant part in your lives since then.

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