Erica Leigh and Alex had so much fun practicing how to do their ring exchange for their upcoming wedding ceremony. They liked the "practice rings" so much that they decided to take a photo.
Don't they look adorable!
Walking through the actions of the ceremony (not the wording -- want to keep that as a surprise for the wedding day) gives everyone involved from the bride and groom to their parents and wedding party an idea of what's going to happen.
The difference in both the "look" of the wedding ceremony, as well as the tone of it, makes a huge difference. People are more relaxed (such a good thing on the wedding day) and more knowledgeable about what to do.
If you're planning your ceremony, consider having a rehearsal too. You'll be glad you did!
And, if you're looking for an officiant who is capable and competent and experienced at preparing for and directing your rehearsal, as well as officiating for you, give us a call at 206.789.9788 or contact us through our website.
OK ... I absolutely love, yes, love rehearsals. Particularly rehearsals that fall on a fun holiday like Halloween.
Phillip and Denise agree with me. They held their rehearsal two days before their wedding. I think that is a great time because it gives the couple an extra day to complete those last minute projects and to spend time with out of town guests.
Here are are in their costumes at the Cast Iron Studios. Denise thoughtfully brought props so family and wedding party could dress up.
So why have a rehearsal?
There are so many reasons.
It provides an chance to walk through the ceremony. And I do mean walk through. You don't want to give away the wording, do you?
It adds a element of elegance (not rigidity or stuffiness) but assurance and confidence to those participating in the ceremony on the day. The
bride and groom and everyone walking down the aisle and those who have another active part
in the ceremony know what to expect so they aren't worrying about when
to walk down the aisle, what to do when they get to the groom, etc.
They know ... and it shows. It shows!
It offers a safe place to release some of the nervousness before the wedding day. Just being in the wedding site and having a relaxed atmosphere always puts people more at home.
It allows people to get to know each other. Often families and people in the wedding party haven't met ... or have only heard about one other. At the rehearsal, everyone can meet and talk and spend some time together, which makes everything so much more fun on the wedding day.
It gives the bride and groom ... and their parents ... and the couple's friends a chance to process some of their emotions. A wedding is a pretty big occasion. Parents seeing their child taking a very adult step in life. Bride and groom realizing the significance of their decision. Friends recognizing the shift in relationships. It is a big deal and it is good to have a bit of time to integrate the changes.
Kudos to Denise and Phil! Their rehearsal was great fun. Their wedding ceremony went smoothly ... and tugged a few heartstrings as all good weddings do.
Looking forward to sharing photos of their wedding soon.
Nina Perceful of RockerBaby Productions provided these photos. Many thanks to her.
To schedule your rehearsal (and to plan the wedding ceremony that goes with it), give us a call at 206-789-9788 or contact us through our website.
Tim and Millicent held their rehearsal at Tim's parents' place. Their home fronts the Sound at Lakebay.
The wedding colors were aqua and cherry red. Coincidently, I bought some organic cherries on my way to the rehearsal and then smiled when I saw the cherries on the tablecloth and the place cards. It was so adorable, so seasonal ... and so very festive.
We rehearsed on the lawn and then enjoyed the pulled pork and potato salad. It was an absolutely perfect evening in the Pacific Northwest.
If you are planning your rehearsal, remember it can take place just about any where. To plan your event, give us a call at 2060-789-9788 or through our website.
