Dear Engaged Couple—I know that I am always offering up new venues for you, but I have another! It is called Wild Wolf, a brewery in Nelson County, not too far from Wintergreen Resort, which is itself a fine venue … Read More
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Pharsalia
Ok. I admit it. I am a sucker for things historic—I went to the College of William and Mary, largely because I loved the history of the place—I have a thing for plantations and Museums, and old churches. So, I … Read More
Premarital Counseling
Premarital Counseling is not the end all—In other words, it is not the sure-fire thing you can participate in if you are to have a successful marriage. Don’t mean to pop your bubble, but it’s true. I OFFER premarital counseling., … Read More
Mount Ida
Dear Engaged Couple, I have a new/old venue to recommend to you if you are wanting to marry in the Charlottesville area—an area replete with vineyards and breweries, and of course, sightseeing places like Monticello and the rotunda at … Read More
The Foundry
What can I say? Love, love The Mill at Fine Creek, a fine venue with a history that belies Monticello. The Mill is built on a ruins—a mill once owned by Thomas Jefferson’s grandfather. What I really love about … Read More
Renew your wedding vows
Usually I start off my blogs, with a “Dear Engaged Couple,” however, this blog is not for you, if you are not yet married. In this blog I mean to address folks who have been married awhile. Maybe you have … Read More
Props!
I am not into a lot of “stuff” for weddings—the bride and groom are the focal point, after all, and the words spoken—especially the vows—but a well-placed flower arrangement or a table with photos of loved ones can definitely … Read More
Finances
Dear Engaged Couple—Just finished meeting with a couple for premarital counseling—Yes, I do premarital counseling. I love doing it, actually. Love getting to know couples better, before I have to compose a wedding service for them. My premarital counseling sessions … Read More