Designing a wedding ceremony that is on the 4th of July weekend...a ceremony at Liberty House which is in sight of the Statue of Liberty...poses a challenge.
Themes of liberty and independence seem a bit counter to the central message of a marriage ceremony. So I decided to tell this couple's love story using the theme of "gifts." The Statue of Liberty, being a gift from the people of France, was the inspiration.
The gifts Amy and John share are friendship, trust, commitment, and respect. May the Lady of the NY Harbor shine with delight on their marriage!
Ceremony Tip: Amy and John had a table set up in the ceremony area...filled with pictures of their deceased grandparents. As each mother and father of the couple came in, they placed a rose in a vase on this table...in memory of their parent, Amy and John's grandparents.
Julie Laudicina, Celebrant!
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