When Melissa and Jake were considering the 1927 Lake Lure Inn for their wedding they asked my opinion. I love officiating weddings there and am always happy recommend the Inn. It is perfect for any size wedding and the staff is always very professional and attentive. There are rooms and cabins for the guests, several locations for the actual wedding ceremony and a wonderful restaurant for the reception. It couldn’t be any easier.
When I arrived on June 24th everyone was busy getting ready. Melissa and Jake had chosen the private garden for their ceremony which was perfect.
We began with a prayer by Robert Louis Stevenson
Lord, behold our family here assembled.
We thank you for this place in which we dwell,
for the love that unites us,
for the peace accorded us this day,
for the hope with which we expect the morrow,
for the health, the work, the food,
and the bright skies that make our lives delightful;
for our friends in all parts of the earth. Amen
We thank you for this place in which we dwell,
for the love that unites us,
for the peace accorded us this day,
for the hope with which we expect the morrow,
for the health, the work, the food,
and the bright skies that make our lives delightful;
for our friends in all parts of the earth. Amen
During the ceremony Jake's sister, Shelley read scripture from Paul's letter to the Corinthians and Jake's brother, Matthew, read the Prayer of St. Francis. It is always a nice touch when family members participate in the ceremony.
And I have to post a photo of THE kiss!
Sarah Whitmeyer was the photographer and I highly recommend her. It was obvious she had a passion for her work. Here are just a few of her beautiful photographs.
As you can see, Lake Lure provides wonderful opportunities for photographs.
Here is a portion of an email I received from Melissa, 'I couldn't be happier. Friday was the BEST day of my life. I married my best friend. I still cannot believe how blessed I am to have found him'.
The looks on their faces say it all. Love is a wonderful thing!
