Using the theme of gifts and giving in their wedding ceremony, I talked about what Lewis and Christina have given and will continue to give to each other...trust, commitment, and love. To illustrate my remarks, I had their grammar-school-age children open gifts. In each gift there was a card with one of the theme words written on it, for example, "TRUST."
The children were further involved in the wedding ceremony in the lighting of a family unity candle and the presentation of a family medallion to each child. There are several suppliers of these candles and medallions on the internet. Just search on "family medallion."
It was moving to see each member of this family show emotions and joy during this ceremony that was held in a suite at the Waldoft Astoria. Only the bride and groom and three children were present. Well, there was also me, two musicians, the florist, the food service men with the cake,and the photographer, but who noticed!
The couple engaged the wedding planners at The Finishing Touch to make the arrangements for them because they live in another state. Nicole and Julie pulled all the details together (hotel, photographer, florist, make-up and hair, musicians, wedding cake, and me) so the bride and groom could focus on the ceremony and each other.
Wedding Tip: You won't see pictures of the couple and the children in this blog because I agreed to alter my usual contract wording at this couple's request. I agreed not use snapshots that my husband took at the wedding in my marketing or blog. So know you can always ask for what you want from any of your wedding vendors...and most of the time we can do what you want and ask for.
Julie Laudicina, Celebrant!
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