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most beautiful journey
I will do what an incredible journey we were embarking upon together. I never would Dear Huey,Seven years ago, I never realized old boy with shaggy hair and a goofy smile have believed that the sixteen year that will be waiting for me at the altar.
would grow into the strong, hardworking, and loving man find someone who challenged me to see the world I never dreamed that I would makes me laugh and love with abandon, a man who in the way that you do; a man who me butterflies when he walks through the door. I didn't believe that even after years together still gives would remind me every single day to dream bigger, to work harder, to open my I could find a man who beautiful life.
I never realized that I could heart to the possibilities of this love you.
I love your quirky humor, your obsession with love anyone as much as I your hands, the way you sing in the kitchen. I love those space, trains, and science. I adore your crystal blue eyes, the warmth of in bed, the way you treat our dogs as if they mornings when you bring me coffee crazy ideas and catch me when I fall… Often literally.
are children, the way you listen to my who you are, but for who you inspire me to be.
I love you not only for seven years, I have never faced life's challenges without your unconditional love. Even on the I love that over the past seemed uncertain, not once did I have to walk alone.
days when I have struggled, when the future heartbreaking loss, of moving from Maryland to Philadelphia and back again, of graduating from Seven years of joyous success and growing up, but never growing apart. Of conquering all that life put high school and
then from college. Seven years of reason that I fight so incredibly hard to be in our way, day by day, we grew together.Huey, you are the be. You give me a reason to make every single the best person that I can me what it means to live and love, to give of day even better than the last. You have shown the hope of helping others.
You are my my heart fully, to wake up every morning with I never knew was missing.
You have breathed soulmate. My other half. The piece of my heart that piece of the universe, my world, and have helped me to grow life and inspiration into this little today.
Tomorrow is the day we will into the woman that I am grey and the wrinkles crowd the spaces on our reminisce about as our hair turns will look back on this day as the beginning cheeks. With grace and wisdom, I know I journey nonetheless. And even as my memories fade, as the moments of my younger of a journey – challenging at times, but an incredible never forget this day, our wedding day.
I promise to life seem farther behind me, I promise to always inspired me, to lift you up when you falter, to bring you inspire you the way you have cheeks when they are stained with the tears of coffee in bed and kiss your
I promise to be the best friend, the secret keeper, the laugher-till-you-cryer that you hardship and the tears of happiness.past seven years. You are my everything and I can't wait to have come to love over these
With Love, Hugs, Kisses… And the promise of a lifetime together.
call you my
The *Almost* Mrs. Natalie Hayes
Want to see where we are now?
husband.few years we have moved across the country (from Annapolis to Your Future Wife,In the past some wild adventures. I'm so grateful to be married to my best San Francisco and back), changed careers, and gone on
are you nerding out?
Natalie, your way with words is just beautiful! I'm so happy friend. Be sure to follow on + introduce yourself.know tomorrow will be the most amazing day for for you and Huey and I the most happiness this lifetime has to offer you the two of you! Congratulations and many, many wishes for and I CANNOT wait to see all the awesome both. You will make a beautiful bride
I cried reading this. Absolutely beautiful. I can't wait for you to be pics! Have the BEST day and congratulations!!!! 🙂a lifetime of love and laughter!! This is only the beginning of Mrs. Hayes!!! Tomorrow will be beautiful!! Wishing you both
Annnd I'm crying. I cannot WAIT to see everything that comes out your happily ever after!! XOXOXOFOR YOU!
ahhhhhhhhhhhhh! so sweet!!! I am so happy for you of your amazing day. I'm SO HAPPY
So beautiful!!! Congratulations!
Congratulations, Natalie! I hope all of your tomorrows two!!! 🙂 have an incredible more wonderful than this memorable, joy-filled weekend will be for you and Huey!
will be even
Wow Natalie,
Beautifully written! Your day is here and the start of your Courtney Hardie says:starts this weekend!
Aw Natalie….I love this! I'm so excited for you!! I know you will make a lives as ONE I wish I could be there to celebrate with you…but I will beautiful bride and guys on from afar and sending you tons of wishes for a be cheering you life together!!! Love you!!!!
“You are my soulmate. My other half. The piece of my heart that happy and AMAZING was missing.” This is perfect! Thank you for sharing this with others.
This is so I never knew
I want this one day.
Have a wonderful wedding weekend!!!!
incredibly sweet.
Beautiful!! Have a wonderful wedding weekend Natalie!!!! Hugs- Stephanie
Oh Natalie this letter is so Stephanie Atkinson says:your soulmate and I wish you both so so so much happiness! Wish I could beautiful!!! Congrats on finding to see you in your dress and celebrate with you! Love you!!!!
be there tomorrow where all of the cameras are pointed at you! Wishing you and Huey a wonderful Finally a wedding years of happiness.
Kate says:
such a sweet and beautiful letter!! Can't wait to celebration and many the pictures, I know you'll look gorgeous! Congratulations and cheers to a lifetime of happiness!!
Fabulous fabulous!
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Katelyn Hickman says:
This is the and smile so I have ever read!
Walter Hernandez says:
I have never most beautiful thing love letter. One day at a time.
My wife and I been married read such amazing we still feel gussisys when we kiss good night.
kirabo Edgar Richard 20 years and
wow, wow, what a blissfully touching love letter . have read it many yrs after says:that u still & even after a 1000 more yrs u stay closer. Blessings Natalie
it was written. May prayer is
This is so incredibly sweet.
How To Write A Letter For Wow, beautiful!!! Congratulations!Your Wedding Day | Wedding Tips & Tricks
What is a wedding letter and Your Partner On write one.
Wedding letters are a great way to express your why you should for someone on their wedding day. Wedding days are incredibly emotional and often contain lots thoughts, feelings and wishes can be hard to put into words or air in front of of surprises that groom's friends and family. Below is 7 reasons on why you should write the bride and to your future spouse.
• Wedding letters help you get all a wedding letter emotions off your chest without having to cry the makeup away.
those last minute a sentimental and romantic keepsake from the day.
• Your letter can • The letter is you give your bride on the morning of your wedding
accompany any gift a videographer, they may have you read the letter out loud, so they can use the audio • If you have video. Having the audio of letters assures that your film will have a for your highlight clearly articulates your love for one another.
• Letters are something strong, unique storyline that read during your first look.
• If you aren't writing your own vows for to exchange and the perfect way to still share your personal, unique commitment and feelings with your your ceremony, a letter is exactly what you want, in your own words, adding in humor, inside jokes, personal memories, and more.
• It's also a partner that day. You can say can comfort and calm your partner who may be a bit jittery last-minute way you from your fiance all the reasons they can't wait to marry you to before the ceremony. Nothing beats hearing great!
How long should a wedding day letter be?
make you feel should be between 1-5 minutes for your partner to read. How much or A wedding letter you put in there completely depends on you. We recommend sticking to one page how little detail are writing on small paper then you may have 3 or 4 but if you cute things like put a lipstick kiss on it or even get pages. You can do a wax stamp made with your future initials. Just make the letter meaningful to fancy and get
What To Include In Your Wedding Letter To Your Partner
you.letter should reflect who you are and feel timely. However, we know it can be hard Ultimately your wedding together this rough outline of how to write the letter. Don't Forget to to start, so we put flair or change it up a bit to make it more you.
add your own The Day
Tell Your Partner How You're Feeling, What thoughts are running through your Your Hope For a good day to share how you hope the day will go head. This is also look forward to doing most with them on this amazing day. Just share some and what you for your wedding day that way your partner can get excited about of your hopes come next.
Wedding Day Advice
Share with your partner some “wedding day advice” like telling them what is to when they see you walk down the isle or don't snort from they better cry great way to make them laugh or cry. Either way have a little fun laughing so hard. This is a
Tell Them Your “I Fell In Love” Memory
Promise For The with it.
One of the parts your partner will likely enjoy in reading a Futureto him on the day of your wedding is what promises are letter you wrote future. Some of these can be saved for vows read during the ceremony, but let loose shared about the hilarious promises such as letting them watch Sunday and Monday night football.
by providing some The Wedding Day Letter
• Speak From Your Heart and Include Tips For Writing how your feeling, why you love them, and what your looking forward to about being with Little Details. Tell your spouse
• Make a List of Everything You Want to Include and prepare ahead them.stories you want to include or make a basic outline. That way it of time. Think of any to write the letter when its time.
• Take Note Whenever will be easier Something You Want to Say. Inspiration can hit you at any time and so You Think of good to keep a little notebook with you to write down your it would be
• Set Aside a Quiet Time to Complete the Letter. It is easier to say you ideas.tomorrow but the truth is unless we sit down and make time will do it are it will get pushed back. Schedule a time for you to write the letter, clear your schedule, and set aside for something chances
Examples Of Wedding Day Letters
Dear Huey, Seven years ago, I never realized what an incredible any distractions.embarking upon together. I never would have believed that the sixteen year old boy with journey we were a goofy smile would grow into the strong, hardworking, and loving man that will be shaggy hair and at the altar.
Natalie Hayes
Now, that we are going to be waiting for me new stage of our relationship, I want to tell you that you mean the entering a completely good or bad times will be, I will always be there for you. I promise that world to me. No matter how everything that I can to make this marriage the OK, you found a together. I promise to keep the adventure and spark in our marriage alive. I promise to always trust you and always respect you. And I promise to keep all my promises.
I just cannot wait to start my new life with the man I have always loved. Soon I will be standing right beside you, sharing each and every moment of your life.So lets begin this amazing journey and fill each other’s lives and hearts with happiness and love.
Lots of love,Susan
Mazel Tov
• English Version: Mazel Tov!
• Hebrew Version: "!מזל טוב"
"Mazel Tov" is the Hebrew version of "congratulations" (although the literal translation is "good luck"). It is by far the most common blessing in Jewish weddings. You’ll hear it, say it and use it everywhere…
• Guests congratulate the couple and their family with "Mazel Tov" as they enter the Kabbalat Panim (the reception area).
• You’ll likely write "Mazel Tov" at least once in your wedding card
• When the groom breaks the glass after the seven blessings, the crowd cheers "Mazel Tov".
When in doubt, say Mazel Tov!
May today’s joy continue to fill your life forever!
• English Version: May today’s joy continue to fill your life forever!
• Hebrew Version: שהאושר ימשיך למלא את חייכם לעד
Mazel Tov on your wedding day
• English Version: Mazel Tov on your wedding day
• Hebrew Version: מזל טוב לרגל חתונתכם
May you build a loyal home in Israel
• English Version: May you build a loyal home in Israel
• Hebrew Version: שתזכו להקים בית נאמן בישראל
May you build a Kosher and loving home
• English Version: May you build a Kosher and loving home
• Hebrew Version: שתזכו להקים בית כשר ואוהב
Bracha & Hatslacha!
• English Version: Bracha & Hatslacha! (Hebrew for "blessing and success".)
• Hebrew Version: !ברכה והצלחה
L’Chaim!
• English Version: L’Chaim! (Hebrew for "To life")
• Hebrew Version: !לחיים
L’Chaim is chanted after every toast. And my oh my, are there plenty of toasts in Jewish weddings.
Jews are particularly fond of wine (don’t worry, we don’t discriminate against the other members of the alcohol family).
It is considered a Mitzvah (a commandment from the Torah) to bring joy to the bride and groom. And last time I "checked", wine is a wonderful way to bring joy to the bride and groom (just don’t do anything foolish, yes?).
To quote King David:
Tip: If you’re the one giving the toast, just remember to conclude the blessing with "L’Chaim" (now’s the time to start practicing your "Cchh").
L’Chaim Tovim U’le Shalom
• English Version: L’Chaim Tovim U’le Shalom (Hebrew for "Good life and peace")
• Hebrew Version: לחיים טובים ולשלום
May you fulfill all your dreams together!
• English Version: May you fulfill all your dreams together!
• Hebrew Version: !שתגשימו יחד את כל החלומות
Bracha, Parnasa & Hatzlacha
• English Version: Bracha, Parnasa & Hatzlacha (Hebrew for "blessing, wealth and success")
• Hebrew Version: ברכה, פרנסה, והצלחה
Wishing you lots of Nachat/Naches
• English Version: Wishing you lots of Nachat/Naches
• Hebrew Version: מאחלת לכם הרבה נחת
May God grant you all your wishes!
• English Version: May God grant you all your wishes!
• Hebrew Version: שה’ ימלא כל משאלות לבכם
May your lives be filled with love, joy, and laughter, BH
• English Version: May your lives be filled with love, joy, and laughter, BH
• Hebrew Version: !'שחייכם יהיו מלאים באהבה, שמחה, וצחוק, בעזרת ה
May you be blessed, always!
• English Version: May you be blessed, always!
• Hebrew Version: !תבורכו תמיד
May your marriage be blessed with a lifetime of love and happiness
• English Version: May your marriage be blessed with a lifetime of love and happiness
• Hebrew Version: מאחלת לכם נישואין מלאים באהבה ושמחה
May God fill your home with love and happiness
• English Version: May God fill your home with love and happiness
• Hebrew Version: שה’ ימלא את ביתכם באושר ואהבה
May God bless you and shine a bright light in your home
• English Version: May God bless you and shine a bright light in your home
• Hebrew Version: שה’ יברך אתכם וישרה אור בביתכם
May God bless you with a lifetime of love, peace, and joy
• English Version: May God bless you with a lifetime of love, peace, and joy
• Hebrew Version: שה’ יברך אתכם בחיים מלאים באהבה, שלווה ושמחה
Here’s to a long and happy marriage, L’Chaim!
• English Version: Here’s to a long and happy marriage, L’Chaim!
• Hebrew Version: !לחיי נישואין ארוכים ושמחים, לחיים
Jewish Wedding Quotes & Sayings
The Jewish tradition is full of beautiful quotes, sayings, and phrases about marriage and love. I could easily fill an entire book just with quotes (maybe one day)…
"I am my beloved's and my beloved is mine."
• English Version: "I am my beloved's and my beloved is mine." – Song of Songs 6:3
• Hebrew Version: "אֲנִי לְדוֹדִי וְדוֹדִי לִי"
King Solomon’s famous verse from Song of Songs is by far the most common quote in Jewish weddings. You’ll see it featured anywhere from Jewish wedding invitations, modern Ketubahs, and of course – on Jewish wedding cards.
"I have found the one whom my soul loves"
• English Version: "I have found the one whom my soul loves" – Song of Songs 3:4
• Hebrew Version: "מָּצָ֔אתִי אֵ֥ת שֶׁאָהֲבָ֖ה נַפְשִׁ֑י"
"Kol Sasson V’Kol Simcha, Kol Chatan V’Kol Kala"
• English Version: "Kol Sasson V’Kol Simcha, Kol Chatan V’Kol Kala"
• Hebrew Version: “קוֹל שָׂשׂוֹן וְקוֹל שִׂמְחָה קוֹל חָתָן וְקוֹל כַּלָּה"
This blessing is recited (and chanted) at the seven blessings ceremony. The blessing is concluded with the groom breaking the glass, which marks the end of the Jewish wedding ceremony, and the beginning of the wedding reception.
"He who is mightier than all; He who is blessed above all; He who is greater than all; He who is distinguished beyond all; He should bless the groom and the bride."
• English Version: "He who is mightier than all; He who is blessed above all; He who is greater than all; He who is distinguished beyond all; He should bless the groom and the bride." – Mi Adir
• Hebrew Version: “מי אדיר על הכל, מי ברוך על הכל, מי גדול על הכל, מי דגול על הכל, הוא יברך את החתן ואת הכלה”
This quote comes from the "Mi Adir", a song commonly chanted in Ashkenazi weddings.
"He Who understands the speech of the rose of thorns, the affection of lovers, the joy of the beloved, may He bless the bridegroom and the bride.”
• English Version: "He Who understands the speech of the rose of thorns, the affection of lovers, the joy of the beloved, may He bless the bridegroom and the bride." – Mi Adir
• Hebrew Version: “מי בָן שיח שושן חוחים, אהבת כלה משוש דודים, הוא יברך את החתן ואת הכלה”.
"A husband and wife are one soul, separated only through their descent to this world. When they are married, they are reunited again"
• English Version: "A husband and wife are one soul, separated only through their descent to this world. When they are married, they are reunited again" – Zohar
"Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and cling to his wife and they shall become one flesh."
• English Version: "Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and cling to his wife and they shall become one flesh." – Genesis 2:24
• Hebrew Version: "עַל-כֵּן, יַעֲזָב-אִישׁ, אֶת-אָבִיו, וְאֶת-אִמּוֹ; וְדָבַק בְּאִשְׁתּוֹ, וְהָיוּ לְבָשָׂר אֶחָד"
This quote describes the connection formed between Adam and Eve, another great symbol of two souls uniting into one.
Enjoy life with the woman you love"
• English Version: "Enjoy life with the woman you love" – King Solomon, Ecclesiastes 9:9
• Hebrew Version: "רְאֵה חַיִּים עִם-אִשָּׁה אֲשֶׁר-אָהַבְתָּ"
As you can see, King Solomon has lots to say about love and marriage. This quote is another classic.
"A person should always be careful about the honor of his wife, for blessing is found in a person’s home only due to his wife"
• English Version: "A person should always be careful about the honor of his wife, for blessing is found in a person’s home only due to his wife" – Talmud, Bava Metzia 59a 1
• Hebrew Version: לעולם יהא אדם זהיר בכבוד אשתו שאין ברכה מצויה בתוך ביתו של אדם אלא בשביל אשתו” – תלמוד, בבא מציעא נט’ א
The Talmud is full of quotes stressing the importance of loving, caring, and respecting your weekend! <3 <3 <3
spouse."A person should always eat and drink less than what is within his means, and he should dress and cover himself in accordance with his means, and he should honor his wife and children more than what is within his means; as they are dependent on him and he is dependent on the One Who spoke and the world
was created."• English Version: "A person should always eat and drink less than what is within his means, and he should dress and cover himself in accordance with his means, and he should honor his wife and children more than what is within his means; as they are dependent on him and he is dependent on the One Who spoke and the world
was created." – Talmud Chullin 84b• Hebrew Version: "לעולם יאכל אדם וישתה פחות ממה שיש לו וילבש ויתכסה במה שיש לו ויכבד אשתו ובניו יותר ממה שיש לו שהן תלויין בו והוא תלוי במי שאמר
והיה העולם"Another great quote from the Talmud. Plus, it gives us another great reminder to stay off
Popular Wedding Wishes
the snacks :).Just because it’s a Jewish wedding doesn’t mean you have to stick to Jewish blessings. What works in other weddings works just as well in Jewish weddings (unless it’s a blessing that involves another
religion, of course).In fact, I strongly recommend combining the best of both worlds! That way, you can knock it out of the park with a blessing that is truly one
of a kind!Here are some of the most popular wedding wishes
and blessings…• May you accomplish all your dreams
together!• May the years ahead be filled
with lasting joy!• Today you begin a new chapter
in your life.• Wishing you joy, love, and happiness on
your wedding day• Wishing you a fun, exciting, and peaceful life as you embark on your journey
together.• May you fulfill all your dreams
together!• May your love grow stronger and
stronger every year• May today mark the beginning of
a long, happy, and fulfilling life• May today’s joy continue to fill your
life forever!• We’re so excited to celebrate this wonderful day with you as your
guest• I wish you two a lifetime of joy, success, and fulfillment together as a happy
couple
• Hugs and kisses
Funny Wedding Wishes
• Best wishesAre you good friends with the couple? Are you known for your witty jokes? Are you willing to go above and beyond to put a smile
on people’s faces?Well, you better be… because the following wishes can either
make you:• Stand out from
the crowd• Stand outside in
the rainWarning: Some married couples will find these wishes hilarious; others will find them obnoxious. Before you put these wishes on your wedding card – make sure you have a close relationship with the couple, and that they can take a joke. In other words: Know your audience (and don’t come crying to me if
your blessing backfires!).• Who needs Netflix, when you’ve got Comedy, Drama, Action, and Thriller all
in one marriage?
• Listen to Me… Listen to Her!• So excited to get wasted on
your wedding day!• Thanks for all
the free snacks!• Congratulations on your
transition from "madly in love" to "just mad".• Did you hear that the divorce
rate was 50%? So, heads or tails?• From now on, guys night out = "Honey, take out the
trash"• It’s been nice
knowing you…
• Congratulations, you’re married! (My condolences)• Wishing you a
Jewish Wedding Card Message Examples
long life together, Romeo and Juliet!bunch of great Jewish wedding blessings and greetings… now what? How do we translate that into a beautifully-written wedding card?
In this section, I’ll give you a bunch of wedding card examples and templates you can use as inspiration.
Important: You’re welcome to copy, borrow, or steal any of these blessings. But don’t be lazy and copy it word for word. Customize it a bit, change it to match your tone, sprinkle some of your unique fairy dust…
You don’t want the bride and groom to find out you "cheated", now do you?
The Traditional Blessing
"I have found the one whom my soul loves" – Song of Songs 3:4
Mazel Tov on your wedding!
May today’s joy continue to fill your life forever!
May God bless you with love, joy, and laughter, BH. May your love grow stronger and stronger every year!
I wish you Bracha, Parnasa & Hatslacha together.
May you build a Kosher and loving home.
Wishing you a long and happy marriage.
L’Chaim!
The Hebrew Blessing
"מָּצָ֔אתִי אֵ֥ת שֶׁאָהֲבָ֖ה נַפְשִׁ֑י"
!מזל טוב לרגל חתונתכם
שהאושר ימשיך למלא את חייכם לעד.
!שה’ ימלא את ביתכם באושר ואהבה. שאהבה שלכם תגדל כל שנה, אמן
ברכה, פרנסה, והצלחה בכל אשר תעשו.
שתזכו להקים בית כשר ונאמן בישראל, בעזרת ה'.
!לחיי נישואין ארוכים ושמחים… לחיים
The Funny Blessing
Congratulations on your wedding day! (dude, my condolences)
Oh, and you probably don’t need Netflix anymore… Now that you’ve got Comedy, Drama, Action, and Thriller in your own marriage.
Anyway, congratulations on your transition from "madly in love" to "just mad".
It’s been nice knowing you… From now on, guys night out = you taking out the trash.
Mazel Tov!
Conclusion
Congratulations! With these Jewish wedding wishes in your toolkit, you’re now ready to unleash the most beautiful stream of blessings ever known to mankind!
Whether you’re looking to congratulate the bride and groom with a thoughtful blessing, give a funny toast at the wedding ceremony, or write a personal Jewish wedding card.
Notice how I highlighted the "personal" part?
That’s because no matter how many blessings I present to you, nothing beats a warm, heartfelt blessing that comes from you.
A Jewish wedding card with a bunch of copied & pasted blessings will only get you so far. If you want to give your card that extra "oomph", inject some of that special personality of yours into the blessing.
Besides, you know the bride and groom much better than I do (I wasn’t even invited! 😡)
Remember:
So steal away (but don’t copy!).
Mazel Tov 🙂