Christine and Robert's Sweet Wedding at Second Empire!

Out of all the people in the world, Christine and Robert have found each other! Like many of us whose first marriages did not endure, we feel like we have been given a miraculous chance for happiness when we connect with our soul mates! I met them in early May and we started writing the ceremony for their wedding on June 27, 2014 at the historical Second Empire.

When Marty and I arrived, many of their guests had already taken their seats in the East Parlor where most of the small family ceremonies take place. They can seat about 30 to 35 in that area. The reception area is the Pine Room.

This lovely cake by Edible Art was in the Pine Room where the bride and groom were waiting for the ceremony to begin. All the pretty flowers and bouquets were by Embellished Blooms. Amy Allen and her husband Rob with Amy Allen Photography were shooting the wedding. 

When the last guest arrived, we got lined up to begin. Robert and I entered first followed by his daughters, Haley and Hannah.

Christine is awaiting her grand entrance!! She is such a gorgeous bride! 

Christine walked in and Robert met her about halfway and they came to me together to be wed. Love the symbolism!

 "We are gathered here today because of love........"

 A tribute to the parents of the couple........

 Special words for Hannah and Haley from Christine!

 "Will you, Robert.......?" "Will you, Christine.......?"

 "With this ring, I marry you and pledge my heart to you!"

 The girls loved being a part of the Family Unity Sand Ceremony!"

 Filled with love and unity, right to the top! 

 "Look at each other and feel the happiness that you are feeling in this place, in this moment...."

"It is my distinct pleasure to now declare that you are husband and wife. Robert, you may kiss your beautiful wife!"

 Yay! 

What a happy happy day! Congratulations, Robert and Christine! I am so happy you found each other and that your love brought us all together to celebrate your marriage. Best wishes always!

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Darice and Quincy's Sweet Wedding in my Wedding Garden!

Darice and Quincy are the sweetest couple! We made all the arrangements for their wedding on May 24, 2014 in my wedding garden by email so I met them in person for the first time on their wedding day. Of course we included Darice's son, Josh, in the wedding and he was one happy teenage boy!

Josh escorts his beautiful mother from the family room across the deck into the wedding garden where Quincy and I and all their guests eagerly awaited her.

Their photographer, Kate Pope of Craven Creative Photography, is no stranger to my garden. I think she may have done about 5 weddings here now. She is so good to work with and her work is fabulous.

 A couple of latecomers appeared at the gate and I invited them in. 

 Darice and Quincy were so happy to be getting married. Their eyes were filled with love. 

 They made their promises of marriage then it was time for the rings. 

 "With this ring, I marry you and pledge my heart to you." 

Then the family unity sand ceremony.....Josh waits patiently while his mom and Quincy pour in part of their sand. Then he poured his sand in with theirs symbolizing the family unity.

 I was so thrilled to have the privilege of pronouncing Quincy and Darice husband and wife! 

 Such a sweet kiss! I think it was the second or third try though!

 The young lady who stood up for Darice is her niece, Mahogany. 

 During the ceremony we did a blessing for Josh. Quincy said some powerful words to him about how much he loved him and how happy he is to embrace him as his son. Then they gave him a token of their love as a memento of this sweet occasion. it is a necklace with his name, the date and a cross.

 I could tell that Josh was thrilled to have Quincy for his father!

The whole gang! 

Darice and Quincy, you are a fabulous couple. I am so happy that you found each other and are now officially a family of three. I wish you much happiness, contentment, and satisfaction in your lives.

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Stephanie and Jay Wed at Angus Barn Pavilions!

When Marty and I arrived at The Pavilions at Angus Barn on Saturday April 19, 2014 for Stephanie and Jay's wedding, it was threatening rain, chilly and windy. The call was made to move the ceremony indoors. No problem at this venue! It is gorgeous outside and inside.

So, Kelly Joslin and her staff at Angus Barn had transformed the interior of The Pavilion into a beautiful ceremony space. Nearly 200 chairs curved around the huge stone fireplace.

 The tables were pushed to the sides and after the ceremony were pulled back into the room and the chairs placed around them. 

 The ceiling was filled with white lights and the chandeliers hung with sparkling cascades of beading.

The stone hearth was decorated with candles and beautiful white lilies. In the middle was a bench with the sand ceremony set up. Florals were by A Watered Garden. 

The cake by Sugarland was ready! 

Andrea Blanchfield, our harpist, was set up and warming up.

Great food! 

They displayed photos of their loved ones who had passed on. 

Behind the chairs was the stage and the band was being set up.

Our beautiful bride was escorted in by her son, Josh. 

They made their way down the aisle to a beaming Jay! 

We opened with a warm welcome to all and a prayer.

Stephanie took Josh's hand right before the children's blessing.

Telling Josh how loved and important he is!

Then it was time to tell their story of how they met, fell in love and decided to marry.

Yes, Stephanie and Jay's fun loving natures really came out during the ceremony as it was peppered with lots of laughter. The guests had a great time!

Jay's father, Jim, was his best man. Looks like he is enjoying the ceremony as well. 

Then it was time for the vows and the rings..

Then the pouring of the sand.......

Before the pronouncement I asked the couple to look around at all their loved ones who had gathered in their honor. 

The pronouncement......

Ha ha! Look at Josh covering his face for that "mushy stuff!" The KISS! 

After the ceremony we went outside for some photos. Josh quickly found this big rock to climb onto! He is such a cutie! Our photographers were Laura Simson and her second shooter Rebecca of Captured Moments Photography.

Stephanie, Jay and Josh, what a fabulous family you all are! It was my honor to join you together in marriage. I wish for you only the best life can offer!

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