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It’s All in the Family Wedding

Posted in Wedding Stories, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , on May 12, 2012 | Leave a Comment »

I am sitting with a couple at my usual ‘office’ coffee shop location. She says to me, “You performed my sister’s wedding on New Year‘s Eve!” I feel so complimented and privileged that I can become their family officiant. Her sister’s New Year’s Eve wedding was memorable at the Side-Door Restaurant. I performed this wedding [...]

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A Lovely Love Story for their Wedding Day

Posted in Wedding Stories, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , on April 1, 2012 | 1 Comment »

When a bride and groom personalize their wedding ceremony, their true love comes out. We all bask in the tender moments that define the couple. Sometimes it is their vows or a ritual or a funny story that touches our hearts. Jessica and Matthew put a lot of effort in personalizing their ceremony. They sent [...]

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The Bride In A Red Wedding Dress

Posted in Wedding Stories, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , on March 27, 2012 | Leave a Comment »

The white wedding dress is now the quintessential fashion statement for a bride. I’ve seen many variations over the years. However, only three brides have chosen a red dress for their wedding. I come through the door at home after performing a wedding ceremony and yelp “Hello!” to my Sweetheart. Being a costume creator she [...]

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Words Such As ‘Together’ Reveal the Miracle of Love in Weddings

Posted in Wedding Stories, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , on March 2, 2012 | 2 Comments »

I work with brides and grooms to personalize their wedding ceremony so that it expresses what is in their hearts. What I say can elevate everyday words or phrases to new meanings for them. I can see the couple’s emotions when I pronounce words that reveal their connection. The bride had overseen every detail for [...]

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Mixed Cultural Wedding Ceremonies Are Always Fun.

Posted in Wedding Stories, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , on February 18, 2012 | Leave a Comment »

One of the pleasures I have as an officiant, is that I perform many mixed cultural/ ethnic ceremonies. At one time that would have meant a Catholic marrying a Protestant. Today, Canada’s diverse population brings together the world. The wedding at Stathmere was a typical example of what has become the norm. He is of [...]

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Turn Your Cell Phones Off During These Two Gorgeous Winter Weddings

Posted in Wedding Stories, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , on February 5, 2012 | Leave a Comment »

The sun’s rays were brightly reflecting off the snow on this clear February day. I squinted while driving to my first wedding venue of the day – having forgotten my sunglasses in the other car. Arriving at Temple’s Sugar Camp, I noticed that the temperature was slightly below freezing with no wind. I greeted the [...]

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Brrr Wedding – An Outdoor Ceremony in -20C Weather

Posted in Wedding Stories, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , on January 6, 2012 | Leave a Comment »

A winter outdoor wedding can be very romantic. You can image being in a wooded area with fluffy snow on the trees painting a picturesque scene. The warmth of the couple exchanging their wedding vows would hearten the guests in attendance. Yes all this is true including the -20C bitter cold temperature that can accompany [...]

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We Are Made of Star Stuff & Marriage Makes Us Whole

Posted in Wedding Stories, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , on November 11, 2011 | Leave a Comment »

I can see the twinkle in the couple’s eyes as we talk about their wedding ceremony ideas. A simple yet elegant ceremony at the Officers Mess is planned. Their special reading really expressed their feelings for each other. My approach to crafting a wedding ceremony with a couple is to find the special way where [...]

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Private Same-Sex Wedding in a Photographer’s Studio

Posted in Wedding Stories, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , on September 27, 2011 | 1 Comment »

The wedding was organized and set up in two weeks. The two ladies were coming up from the States for a private same-sex wedding. One of their friends knew local Ottawa photographer Andrew Van Beek and he made his studio available for the ceremony. The ladies were coming in from the US to have a [...]

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You’re Married: And Then A Helicopter Ride To The Hotel

Posted in Wedding Stories, tagged , , , , , , on September 18, 2011 | Leave a Comment »

I love it when brides and grooms do something different for their wedding. It makes the day special for them to remember. It started out as a regular wedding at Rockcliffe Pavilion but finished as something else. I perform many weddings at the Rockcliffe Pavilion because it is one of Ottawa’s favorite outdoor wedding location. [...]

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