It is certainly a tough time to be planning a wedding. And it has made me contemplate the meaning of marriage and the ritual itself.

For many couples, the importance lies in the promises they are making to each other and the ritual of rings which seal the deal. For others, it’s not so much about the ritual but more about family and friends coming together to acknowledge them as a couple.

The pandemic certainly impacts on the number of people we can have witnessing our weddings of late. Some couples are choosing to wait it out – others are going ahead and being flexible with guest numbers – some are happy to have an intimate, simple yet powerfully heartfelt ceremony with just two witnesses.

Flexibility is key at the moment. Remember that this too shall pass. Love always wins out in the end.