Packed full of ideas, stories, and excerpts from real weddings, this guide for brides- and grooms-to-be provides inspired ideas for creating the perfect civil wedding ceremony. Tips on choosing the vows, location, mood, and celebrant are included, as are tips for dealing with difficult family members and other potential problems. Also included are numerous poems and readings, ranging from selections from Shakespeare to The Owl and the Pussy Cat, to help personalize the ceremony.