What Do Officiants Wear to a Wedding? It's Your Choice!

This is Kent and I in our "Regency look."  We wanted to be very much a part of the Jane Austen era.  (Kent's top hat is actually from the 1800's -- there is quite a story attached to it.  Ask him about it the next time you see him.)  Oh, and you can't see his short pants with the ruffles on the hem and his long white stockings.  Not too many guys feel comfortable with the look but he handled it with aplomb.

You probably will remember that I was working on our outfits early last week in preparation for the open house at the Sanctuary on Admiral.  We were quite pleased with the results.

Many thanks to Red Fish Blue Fish and Studio-on-the-Go for the photo.  I know we'll hold on to this one for quite some time.

And, of course, we had a fabulous time at the open house.

When we dress for a wedding that we're officiating, we like be in style with the bride and groom and the rest of the bridal party.  Kent has a wide selection of suits, a tuxedo, his kilts and his barong; I have a variety of dresses.

If you looking for some nattily dressed officiants, give us a call at 206-789-9788 or through our website.

Bryan Loves Kelly, Kelly Loves Bryan!

Very happy to share a photo montage of this wonderful wedding at Bear Creek Country Club.  Many thanks to Red Fish Blue Fish Photography for the photos!!!

The guys were looking quite dashing, from the ring bearer to the groom.

The gals were all decked out and ready to celebrate a wedding.

The two ladies are one of my favorite photos.
Idyllic.

Time for the ceremony -- the ring bearer and flower girl did so well.  Aren't they the best?

Tents with draping make a wedding so romantic!

Bear Creek Country Club has a beautiful tent and is a sweet place to wed.

Everyone was so happy ... Kelly and Bryan's love was apparent!

The ceremony was very lovely and included a unity sand ceremony.

Love butterfly releases. 
Such a natural way to celebrate love.

This was followed by a butterfly release!  This is so much fun.  It is a ceremony element that remains forever hopeful.  Just the idea of the butterflies carrying the wishes for the bride and groom's happiness and love to the heavens is a sweet one.

At the reception, the Candy Bar was a big hit!

Kelly and Bryan, along with their guests, danced the night away to the music DJ'd by Sounds Unlimited.  Wishing them a lifetime of great softball games (that's how they met), great dancing, and a great love.


The wedding ceremony was personal to the couple, with words about their initial meeting, what they loved about each other, what they were looking forward to in their life together, a unity celebration they liked and, of course, the butterfly release that was so dear to Kelly's heart.  For help in creating your "dream wedding ceremony," please call us at (206)789-9788 or email us at www.aheavenlyceremony.com.

Photo Booths

What a group!

Last night while Kent and I were talking with a couple who were planning their wedding, the topic of doing something fun and unusual during the reception came up ... and I remembered what a great time we always have with photo booths.

At the Seattle Wedding Expo last weekend, there were two variations.  The Aura Photo Booth is actually a draped space that allows quite a few people to be included in the photo.  The photos to the right include one officiant (me), four photographers and a facility coordinator.  We are a fine looking group, aren't we? 

The advantages of this booth is that there is room for a number of people to be included in the photo, they do provide props for fun photos and each person receives a copy of the images. 

Other booths we recently have had tried out are 321 Photo and Robert Riner Studios.

The other possibility was offered by Vivid Images Photography.  Kimberly Halinen had a red curtain set up and a number of wooden signs and props.  She had flash on stands and personally took the photos.

What I liked about this booth was the interaction with Kimberly, the playfulness of the signs and glasses and more, the ability to take a number of photos and the quality of the images.

Jennifer and Scott of Red Fish Blue Fish also offer such a booth called Studio-On-The-Go.  

What a great idea all around.  Thanks everyone for the possibilities of great memories.

Yes, we to attend a lot of weddings, receptions, shows and open houses so we have a chance to experiment and try things.  For ideas, please contact us at 206.789.9788 or through our website.

SODO Park Hosts Allen and Rachel's Wedding

Seattle offers great photo opportunities

One of my favorite remembrances from Kent's family are two magnetic Scottie dogs:  one is white and one is black.  We have them on our refrigerator.  Being magnetic, they are attracted (irresistibly) to one another.

How classic - Post Alley.

When I saw Rachel and Allen together, I felt it was the same.  There was a magnetic force that drew them together.  And I noticed the biggest smiles when they looked at each other.  Here are two photos of them.  The sequence reminds me of the Scotties:  two people who are meant to be together.


During the ceremony, the two only had eyes for each other. 
 








The vows have been spoken, the rings exchanged, Allen and Rachel are wed!

SODO Park is a popular and dramatic wedding venue.  A favorite since it opened!

Coming from two different heritages, the ceremony and the reception reflected both.  Allen and Rachel wanted to honor everyone and to have family and friends feel comfortable.


Yes, there is always time for a kiss!  Those first few after the ceremony are especially sweet.

Don't they look happy!!!! 

"Pat, you were amazing, we couldn't have had a better ceremony.   thank you thank you thank you"
                                   ~Rachel & Allen

The blue of SODO was a perfect background.

The bride, groom and their wedding party were looking good ... and were so very delighted for Allen and Rachel. 


East or West, North or South---weddings are meant to bring people together.  That is exactly what Rachel and Allen's wedding did!

 

Many thanks to Scott and Jennifer of Red Fish Blue Fish for their wonderful photographs! They really capture the day.





Music was provided by Isaac and JoJo of Bamboo Beats - love 'em.  Great sounds to talk to, great sounds to dine by, great sounds to dance to.  Other wedding professionals who helped make the day special are:
SODO Park and Herban Feast
Lea of Florarama Modern Design

You can never have too many kisses!

To plan a wedding ceremony to celebrate your love and also honors and brings together the key people in your world, call us at 206.789.9788 or contact us through out website www.aheavenlyceremony.com.

Aaron & Beth Wed At Laurel Creek Manor

June 21st was an amazing weather day. Kent and I set off from Seattle in sunshine, drove through Kent Valley in pounding rain, arrived at Laurel Creek Manor as things lightened up, and officiated Aaron and Beth's wedding ceremony during a sun break.

Beth and Aaron had their hearts set on an outdoor ceremony. Laurel and Kirsten had everything ready at the Manor for changes in the weather. As soon as the rain let up, the chairs were wiped dry, the table for signing the certificate was set up, and the music began. The guests were in high spirits!

After the story of "Seatown Guy" and "Greenlake Girl" was told, the couple exchanged heartfelt vows, touching the hearts of all there. Lyla Ross, their sister-in-law, presented a poem by e e cummings, one of the couple's favorite poets, and Dawn Isaac read "Love is Friendship Caught on Fire." Aaron and Beth were then blessed by their friends and family.

The porch was the favorite place to hang out during the evening. A great place to relax and take in the fresh air.

And there were so many romantic places to exchange a kiss!

The evening was mild, the perfect temperature to dance the night away!

A rose petal shower saw the bride and groom off to their wedding night. Smiles everywhere.

After having Pat officiate such an intimate ceremony celebrating our love story, it's hard to believe she was a stranger to us just eight months ago!

Pat graciously came into our lives, eager to know our story, and understand our unique wishes for our wedding day.

We couldn't have asked for someone more graceful, professional and patient to walk us through the process of planning our ceremony, and ultimately oversee our becoming husband and wife.

Just days after our wedding I had an engaged friend ask me how to get ahold of Pat to see if Pat might officiate her wedding. Pat and Kent both have such passion and heart for what they do - we offer the most esteemed recommendation for their services.

Beth and Aaron, wishing you all the joys of married life!!!

Many thanks to Jennifer and Scott of Red Fish Blue Fish for these wonderful photographs, to Bamboo Beats for keeping the evening alive with music and to Laurel Creek Manor for hosting such a great start of summer!

Creating a ceremony that acknowledges special days - the summer and winter solstice, the spring and fall equinox, national holidays and personal anniversaries - adds another dimension to the wedding day. Contact us at http://www.aheavenlyceremony.com/ to start planning your special day!