The last day of the year began a new life for Kristin and Xander as they exchanged their wedding vows at RiverMist.
It was very important to include Kristin's sons and they had the honor of escorting their mother.
And here's the eager groom, waiting to see his bride in her beautiful gown.
We included several special elements in Kristin an Xander's ceremony. The first was a unity candle ceremony. So often you hear that you can't do this for outside weddings. Well, as you can see, we had no problems.
Kristin was curious about including a handfasting as part of their ceremony. I emailed her several options and she and Xander had the opportunity to choose one that suited their personalities.
After vows were exchanged, they held each others rings while I offered a blessing.
To conclude their ceremony, they took their first communion as husband and wife.
Married!
And I must include this photo. Kristin's bouquet was sitting on our dining room table before the ceremony. In the excitement, it was left behind.
What a wonderful way to say goodbye to one year and hello to the rest of your life!
