Nate + Lauren + Januik Winery = Great Wedding!

I think it is impossible not to have a great wedding at Novelty Hill/Januik Winery.  Dressed in this year's fashionable color, the ladies looked quite elegant in grey.  And Lauren selected orange as her accent color.  It was a great choice.  Check out the reception hall photos.

Isn't this striking?

My photo doesn't show the glass bulbs hanging from the ceiling to advantage.  They were gorgeous.  Great idea and lots of love to actually get them in place (hats off to Emily and her staff members).

 

 

 
And the cake was so simple, yet so beautiful!  So many wonderful touches and such a coherent theme tying it all together. 

Congratulations to Lauren and Nate!
Many decades of happiness be yours.

More photos to come from Alex Rubin (these are just a few that I took) and possibly even a video!

 To create a elegant wedding ceremony, give us a call at 206.789.9788 or contact it through our website:  www.aheavenlyceremony.com. 

Engagement Photos Can Be So Much Fun

Photo by Mo Hines

Ellen and Paul are a great couple.  Like many bride and grooms of today, they met online.  Ellen "winked" at Paul.  I love this photo.  It is so them!!!

Thanks for Mo Hines.

How to Plan a Wedding Ceremony Using Skype

Jeremy and Nanci live in Fairbanks, Alaska.  They decided to marry in Snohomish, Washington, so as many family members as possible could attend the wedding.  Kent, their officiant, is located in Seattle, Washington.  Everything worked out beautifully thanks to the phone, email and Skype!

I sent the collection of wordings for ceremonies to the bride and groom and they selected what was right for them.   Then, we had a planning session to make sure all would go well on their special day.

The two have adult children who they wanted to have a role in the ceremony so they decided on a sand ceremony.  

 "Just as the grains of sand are now blended, so are your lives joined. They are combined in such a way they can never be truly separated.  May the union and this connection between all of you bring greater happiness and love into all our lives."

The sand container currently sits nicely in their living room
and receives comments from visitors all the time.

Everything turned out so very well.  Here's what the Mr. and Mrs. though about the experience.

"We wanted an intimate, personal ceremony and assistance in writing our ceremony and vows.  After looking at a few sites and reading your website and talking with you in person, you two felt right for us.  It was clear you truly enjoy what you do.

The suggestion of the sand ceremony was perfect.  Our children loved it.  We truly felt the importance of what it meant to have three of them be a part of the ceremony. 

As a result of working with you, our ceremony was perfect for us!

We would tell couples interested in having you officiate for them that you genuinely are there to support and assist the couple, to make sure their wedding is everything "they" would like it to be ... and more!
                          ~ Jeremy and Nanci

Success!  A very happy couples, a very perfect ceremony.  Wishing Nanci, Jeremy and their children much happiness.

Thanks to Bill McNay for the photos.

Planning a wedding in Seattle but currently living elsewhere and looking for an officiant?  Give us a call at 206.789.9788 or contact us through out website:  www.aheavenlyceremony.com.  

Love Him, Love Her, Think We'll Get Married In Seattle!

Don't they look happy!  I think "the reveal" is so great.  The bride and groom have a private moment to take in the significance of their impending marriage; to share their joy, their excitement, their anticipation; and, to take photographs that will be treasured for life.

That's what Peter and Lacy decided to do!  Those wise people.

And, they had so much fun.

Then, on to the ceremony at the Washington Athletic Club. 

 

Loved how Lacy included a momento of her mother, who has passed on, in her bouquet.  Isn't this a wonderful idea?

 The wedding party was all set.

Personal touches + Personal words = Great Wedding Day!

Here's what Lacy loves about Peter:

"You appreciate how important family is to Peter and how caring he is:  he goes above and beyond for everyone he knows.  He is a person you can always rely on:  he listens with an oopen heart and provides a shoulder for you to lean on.  Peter has a good sense of humor and can always make you laugh.  His laughter is contagious and reminds you of your mother.  He is an overall wonderful man and you love him dearly."

And what Peter loves about Lacy:

"You are totally smitten about Lacy:  she is beautiful and filled with good energy.  She has complete confidence in you, which makes you feel good about yourself.  Just being around Lacy is great:  she is encouraging, has a great sense of humor, and get along with everyone.  Lacy is your best friend and you can't image life without her." 

Hand in Hand

Married ... and delighted!!!

Mr. and Mrs!

Also loved the photo booth and guest book, where everyone could create their own message next to their photo.  Always great fun!

Here's one of our pics.

Fell in love with Kent because
he's so cute!!!

Lacy and Peter created a wonderful day, both for themselves and for all their guests.  Many thanks and many blessings for their life together as a married couple!

Here are some of the members of their wedding team:

The Washington Athletic Club staff

Visions of Romance for both the photographs and the photo booth

Aria Style for the flowers

Sounds Unlimited for DJ/MC services

Looking for an officiant for your "dream wedding team," give us a call at 206.789.9788 or contact us through our website:  www.aheavenlyceremony.com.

Where the Perfect Place to Wed in Spring?

Beautiful bride, handsome groom, lovely garden!

Yes, in the Pacific Northwest, there are so many amazing places.  One of them is Lakewold Gardens.  Robert and Christina were so very lucky to enjoy good weather plus the perfect bloom of rhodies and tulips and daffodils.  Spectacular!

Wedding colors were a deep purple, which was quite striking.  Christina also chose the fleur-de-lis as the theme for the wedding.  Her married name will be French, you see. 

And, she also crafted all the programs, signs for her husband-to-be and her, the mother of the bride and the father of the groom.  She did a great job.

There were lavender sachets for the guests.

 




Even the cake was decorated with the fleur-de-lis.  Loved how everything tied together. 



The young ladies were all excited about the big day.  Since the wedding was an intimate affair, everyone knew each other well.











The importance of family is primary for Christina and Robert.  Here they are with their three Christina's daughter, Caylin, and her son, Kai, and Robert's son, Kyle.

Wishing them all a happy and healthy life together!

Professional photos to follow by Kyle and Patrick of Luna Bella.  These were taken on my Droid.  Everything was so beautiful, I couldn't restrain myself. 

Music was provided by Dani Li on violin.

If you would like help to create a ceremony to honor your love and your family, please call us at 206.789.9788 or through our website:  www.aheavenlyceremony.com 

Deception Pass -- What Could be Better for a Wedding CeremonyThan There!

Rebekah and Austin waltz to their own music!

Isn't this a great wall?

There are some weddings that are simply fun --Rebekah and Austin created one of them.

We all gathered -- about 20 or so people -- at their place near Fisherman's Terminal. Folks drove quite a distance to get there.  If I remember correctly, from Denver and other places many miles away.

It was a stunning day:  sunny, warm, clear.  The bride and groom really lucked out.

This is North Beach with views of both
the Sound and the channel.

From there was traveled caravan-style to Deception Pass.  We gathered at the parking lot nearest North Beach and hiked the .7 mile trail to their perfect spot.  Even Grandma made her way there!

The ceremony was unique and included a hand fasting and an exchange of personal vows. 

Rebekah:  

I look at you today just like any other day, Austin, and I know how perfect you are for me. 

Cuddles are so good!

Austin: 

There is no other person in my life, Rebekah, whom I would rather be with. 
I love you.

The happy couple -- all smiles!

It truly suited the two of them.

Wishing the Mr. and Mrs. the very best in their pursuit of happiness and connection and expression of their creative talents!

To plan your wedding at your favorite site of natural beauty in the Pacific Northwest, give us a call at 206.789.9788 or through our website:  www.aheavenlyceremony.blogspot.com.

Warm Wedding Vows on a Cool Mountain

Crystal Mountain is truly an incredible place to share "I do's!"  It was the perfect wedding venue for Jason and Kelli.  The two love the mountains, the snow, the tress, the fresh air ... plus it holds many enjoyable memories for them. 

And, now it will remind them of their wedding day!  The two exchanged their first look atop of the mountain.

 

There were so many places to take photos.  The guys were looking quite dandy in the green vests and green Converses.

The ladies were looking stunning!  And the colors look wonderful.

Together, they were a good-looking group!  (The weather was fairly dry -- the clouds would settle every now and then, creating a romantic look.)

Plus, it was a family event!  The three boys were adorable.

The ceremony and reception took place in a beautifully decorated tent on the patio.

Rich presented one of the readings that spoke of the friendship that Kelli and Jason obviously share.

The bride and groom were very excited to be Mr. and Mrs!

Yup, there was a lot of kissing that day.  It was a joy to see.

The couple shared a sweetheart table --
it seems a very popular idea over the last few years.

Do they look happily married
or
what?

Wishing Jason and Kelli the very best.

Thanks to Jeff Marsh Studios for all the photos!

And Seth Cornell of Greenwater Outfitters for the sound.

If you're planning a really "cool" wedding ceremony, give us a call at 206.789.9788 or contact us through our website:  www.aheavenlyceremony.com.