So that’s my spiel, and today I’m very excited to announce that I’ve added a new dimension to my letter-writing services. Drum roll please . . . I’m now offering to help couples write their wedding vows. Check out the new vow page on my site. I’m so excited about this. I’m intrigued by the writing of personal vows. Who better than you to describe your relationship, your concept of marriage, and to make unique promises to your significant other? I’m simply here to do what I do best—play wordsmith.

I also think that wedding vows—whether personal or traditional—can serve as a steadying force throughout a marriage. Marriage is difficult. I can tell that from the outside looking in, and wedding vows make no secret of it. “For better or for worse” sums up a lot of scenarios. Revisiting your vows and reconnecting with the promises you once made may offer a new perspective on an old disagreement.

Tell me what you think about personal vows vs. traditional vows.

Photo: My friends Lori & John at the wedding in July 2007. I did not write their vows, but I gave a maid-of-honor speech. (I offer to help write those as well).