Can you feel the love?? June has always been a popular month for weddings. 2011 is no exception. I’ve had the pleasure of officiating three weddings so far this month and have several more scheduled. Hopefully, I will have some photos to post soon.
If you’re reading this and planning a wedding I would like to offer a little advice. Choose your officiant wisely. I’ve heard quite a few horror stories lately. Mostly, ministers cancelling at the last minute. However, there was a couple who ended up leaving the minister’s office with the bride in tears.
Seems he didn’t approve of their lifestyle and emphatically stated that he saw no hope for their marriage. This was three days before their wedding. The groom’s father contacted me because the couple was distraught and wanted to find another minister. Not bragging, well maybe a little, I stepped in and it was a beautiful wedding full of joy and happiness.
Finding the right minister requires a little effort, especially if you are planning a destination wedding. It may not be possible to meet ahead of time but if you choose an experienced minister everything can be planned through email and phone calls.
Several websites offer the opportunity for couples to post reviews. Here is a recent review posted by a couple I married in May.
Victoria is absolutely amazing to work with. I felt as if I had been friends with her forever. She responded promptly anytime I had a question. We met in person over coffee to get better acquainted. She was definitely on top of it all. She sent me a note the week prior to our wedding to remind me of a few things. Our ceremony couldn't have been more perfect. Everyone commented on how wonderful she was and how did I find her. And after our ceremony I went back to her earlier email which had a wonderful list of how to change your name and which accounts to change that I hadn't even thought of.
Absolutely Wonderful.
Absolutely Wonderful.
I always appreciate hearing kinds words from couples I marry. Michael and Sharon chose Gideon Ridge Inn in Blowing Rock for the wedding. What a great location. The mountain laurel was in full bloom and the weather was perfect. And you can tell from their faces that is was a very special day.
And remember, whatever you do, have fun. It's your wedding day. Make it special.
