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
The Wedding Service
Staunton
Dear Engaged Couples—
Tomorrow’s February. This is my slow time of the year. Happily, though, I am not just twiddling my thumbs. During this slow time, I am answering your e-mails, talking with couples interested in using my services, updating … Read More
The Joy of Weddings; Make ‘Em Laugh
So often when I meet with couples to plan their wedding, they ask me to keep their service “light-hearted.” They want their service to elicit joy. I know exactly what they mean. Weddings are serious business, but they are not … Read More
Creativity and your wedding
Dear Engaged Couple—
Weddings can be just the thing for you to express your creativity and also to make sure that your special day is yours, and yours alone. Such was the case at a wedding at which I officiated … 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
Early Mountain Vineyard, Simply the BEST wedding venue!
Dear Engaged Couples,
It’s been a long while. I’ve just been too busy to sit down and blog, and I have been feeling guilty about that. The good news is– in my blogger absence, the world has continued to spin … 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
Aine and Dustin’s Wedding
Dear Engaged Couple, Just so you know, I never use names if and when I post pictures of YOU on my website or Preacher-for-Hire Facebook page. But this is different. Aine and Dustin, whose wedding was lovely, by the way, … Read More