The kids are alright!

As I was perusing one of my favorite bridal sites today I got to thinking about children taking part in the wedding ceremony.  Lot's of people will tell you not to do it,   "They'll mess something up"... well I say don't listen!!!! Kids are the BEST and if you have 'em - flaunt em! Even if you don't have your own, use someone else's!  There are many ways of incorporating children into a wedding ceremony.

These are primarily "mini-ceremonies" that you would include your OWN children in but what if you have that adorable nephew who wants to do something special? Have him be not only the Ring-Bearer but the Ring-Warming attendant.  In a ceremony that incorporates a Ring Warming the guests are asked to pass the wedding bands and while they hold them for a short time, to make a wish for the future of the couple, this way, when the rings are returned for the ring exchange, "These rings will hold in their precious metals something which is even more precious, your good and loving wishes for the future of this couple."  This is the perfect job for a Ring-Bearer or even a Flower Girl.  They can take the rings (in a box or an organza bag, or even tied to a cute little Lamby, see below) to the first person, in the first row of guests and follow the rings as they are passed.  Once the rings get to the end of the crowd, the Ring Warming Attendant can bring them back to the officiant for the exchange.  This also keeps the little one busy with a job instead of fidgeting up front at the "altar".

Those are just a couple of ideas, make your ceremony your own and use those kids! They make for GREAT photos and the possibilities are endless!