Whose Wedding Is It Anyway?

April 16th, 2007

Congratulations, Chris and Keith! After surviving a near-monsoon, these two gentlemen finally tied the knot in front of family, friends, and television cameras!

In an episode entitled “You may now kiss the…groom?” these two men celebrated their love at Nine in Hoboken, an area I usually don’t serve but I could not say no to these two! The affair was coordinated by amazing planner Samantha Goldberg of Gold Events & Co . Despite the cake being swept away in the flood, the party continued.

Thank you, gentlemen, for such an amazing day. I won’t forget it. Cheers!

Congratulations, Leslie and Jack!

April 14th, 2007

What a fun wedding! After a ceremony that was trimmed to avoid nearly all speaking on the part of the groom, Leslie, Jack, and the whole family celebrated in grand style! Bravo to the chocolate fountain, too! Wishing you many years of happiness together.

Congratulations, Brian and Karen!

April 9th, 2007

An Italian-themed wedding! Best wishes for a lovely life together!

Congratulations, Nancy and Colleen!

April 2nd, 2007

May you spend may more years celebrating your union!

Congratulations, Chanel and Belinda!

March 18th, 2007

These two lovely ladies celebrated an amazing relationship with a civil union on March 17. The ceremony included a unity candle and a dozen close friends and family toasting the happy couple. Cheers!

Congratulations, Matthew and Melissa!

February 19th, 2007

What a lovely wedding at Touch of Class in Delran. The couple chose ceremony music from Moulan Rouge–everyone seemed to feel the emotion! Congratulations to the happy couple!

A Civil Union Celebration!

February 15th, 2007

This Saturday, several couples will celebrate civil unions in an elegant wedding service and reception hosted by The Grenville, Bay Head. A Divine Affair is coordinating the amazing celebration. Contact A Divine Affair to be included in this amazing event.

Newsletter now available

January 9th, 2007

This month’s newsletter is heading out to subscribers. This month we have great information about using unity candles in ceremonies.

Some pointers: if you need to do the ceremony outside, consider investing in oil unity candles, or at least tall hurricane glasses to put over them. Nothing ruins a ceremony like the whispers of the guests when your flames blow out and everyone is distracted and wondering if it’s an omen. Also, take a moment to double check that the glass actually fits over the candles. I’ve seen couples discover this during the ceremony, a bit too late.

You can buy unity candles or decorate your own if you are on a budget. The main pillar candle often serves as an anniversary candle, and the candlesticks make great reminders for romantic dinners.

After the ceremony, the pillar candle can also be used as a reminder of your vows. One partner can light it whenever he or she wants to signal that they need some time with the other partner, or to “schedule” some private time.

Newsletter now available

January 9th, 2007

This month’s newsletter is heading out to subscribers. This month we have great information about using unity candles in ceremonies.

Some pointers: if you need to do the ceremony outside, consider investing in oil unity candles, or at least tall hurricane glasses to put over them. Nothing ruins a ceremony like the whispers of the guests when your flames blow out and everyone is distracted and wondering if it’s an omen. Also, take a moment to double check that the glass actually fits over the candles. I’ve seen couples discover this during the ceremony, a bit too late.

You can buy unity candles or decorate your own if you are on a budget. The main pillar candle often serves as an anniversary candle, and the candlesticks make great reminders for romantic dinners.

After the ceremony, the pillar candle can also be used as a reminder of your vows. One partner can light it whenever he or she wants to signal that they need some time with the other partner, or to “schedule” some private time.

Beach Weddings Growing in Popularity

January 3rd, 2007

So many couples are dreaming of a beach wedding these days. Here at the Jersey Shore, what better place to pledge your love than on the white sand ocean beaches?

There are considerations for beach weddings–what used to be strictly an informal affair has become polished and upscale–although shoes often remain optional.

In investigating the policies for beach weddings, I have found as many different procedures as there are municipalities.

For more information on beach weddings, visit my new beach weddings page.