So, you are you in a same sex relationship. And, more than that, perhaps you are thinking of getting married. Maybe better not to dally. Read on.
The Situation
A couple of months ago, I married a couple who was … Read More
Love
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
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
A Meaningful Ceremony
Dear Engaged Couples,
This weekend I officiated at a glorious wedding in Lexington, Virginia. More about the venue in a moment, but I want to share with you, first, a meaningful ceremony that was part of a delightful couple’s marriage … Read More
Wedding Glitches
I don’t want to frighten you, but it is true: There is no such thing as a perfect wedding. Wedding glitches? You can count on them. Weddings are planned, and carried out by people—therein lies the problem. We make mistakes. … Read More
First Colony
Dear Engaged Couple— I just returned to my house (in Charlottesville, VA) after officiating at an elopement at First Colony in Albemarle County, VA. I just had to write to you about this vineyard which besides the
grapevines, also boasts … Read More
An Interfaith Service
Dear Engaged Couple- Yesterday I performed my first true interfaith service! Oh, I have officiated at Jewish/ Christian services and one glorious Muslim/Christian service. I have officiated at services in which the bride and groom ascribed to that vague sounding … Read More
YOUR Financial Future
Dear Engaged Couple-
I have been in recent conversation with an investment advisor at Wells Fargo. He has a wealth of knowledge and, good new for you, he has promised to send me periodic information/advice that I can then pass … Read More