Mount Rainier Extends its Blessings to Craig and Allison On Their Wedding Day

I had the great good fortune of officiating for Craig and Allison at Alexander's Country Inn a few weeks ago.  

It was during that beautifully sunny and exceptionally warm time in the Pacific Northwest.  It was actually 70 degrees at Paradise, can you believe it?

Since the weather was so agreeable, Allison and Craig decided to wed by the pond.  It is a serene and lovely spot to exchange wedding vows. 








Then, back inside to sign the marriage documents ... and to toast to a happy marriage!

Wishing Craig and Allison a beautiful and vibrant marriage for many, many, many years to come.



Planning to wed on or near Mount Rainier and need an officiant?  If so, give us a call at 206-789-9788 or contact us through our website.

A Glass of Wine, A Beautiful Setting, A Sweet Wedding

I absolutely love intimate ceremonies:  they are relaxed, playful, sweet and just plain fun!

Yesterday, I had a great good fortune of officiating for John and Sheila at Willows Lodge. 

We gathered for some wine while I filled out the documents and chatted a bit.

It was a bit nippy to have the ceremony outside (although we did a few photos outdoors) so we found a quiet spot for the five of us and settled in.

John invited too very good friends, Tal and Carol, to be the witnesses.

 

The ceremony took place in front of the fireplace with its toasty flames.  It was simple, sweet and perfectly them.

Wishing Sheila and John years and years even more years of happiness and love!










Planning to "tie the knot" in your special place and need an officiant, give us a call at 206.789.9788 or through our website.

Love is Our True Destiny - Thomas Merton

Destiny:  Joe and Michelle were meant to be together!  The two found themselves at the same place one morning.  Their paths had crossed and love was in their stars.

Joe described how he saw Michelle's eyes, yes, across the room, and knew she would be the woman he would one day wed.

Michelle realized she was in love when she took a trip to Boston and all she could think about was Joe.

So, of course, their mutual love lead to marriage!

It was an intimate ceremony which reflected deep feelings and great joy.

Wishing the two a love which grows endlessly with each passing year!! 







For a ceremony that is as true as your love, give us a call at 206.789.9788 or contact us through our website.

A Holiday Wedding to Celebrate True Love

Over the holidays, we had the great good fortune of officiating for some really lovely couples.  One of them is Audrina and Charles.  The two made their way from Texas to settle in the Seattle area.  

Loved Audrina's outfit.  The green was the color of the holidays and the black jacket was just perfect.

It was a perfect night to enjoy a fire. (We've been using our fireplace more and there is just something about a cozy fire.)







Audrina's family lives in Texas and was able to witness the ceremony via Skype.  So fun to meet everyone.  Love that technology makes this possible.

Charles's family was able to spend the holidays with him and Audrina.  So they were there to be the witnesses of the marriage.

"Thank you again for officiating our ceremony it was beautiful and you did a lovely job."
~ Audrina and Charles

 All in all, a wonderful experience!  

Wishing the Mr. and Mrs. the very best in their life together.

Did you engaged over the holiday and are planning your wedding?  If so, give us a call at 206.789.9788 or contact us through our website.

Chris and Katy's 11-12-13 Wedding in Seattle

Photo by Patricia Stimac

November 12, 2013  --  11-12-13  --  is a wonderful day to wed!  Katy and Chris were so very excited and so very happy.  It was a pleasure just to be in their company.

 

According to numerologist and author Ruth Drayer, 11-12-13 numbers are considered lucky.

Eleven is a doorway into higher consciousness;
  the number 12 is also balancing, 
    with '1' being masculine and '2' feminine, 
and that it's in a year that adds up to six -- it's all about love, says Drayer, the author of the book "Numerology: The Power in Numbers."

Since Chris and Katy wanted a private ceremony, they exchanged their vows and their rings at our home office.  And then we headed just a few blocks away to Green Lake.

As you can see, it was an unbelievably beautiful November day.

 

Photo by Patricia Stimac

This is where we made the ceremony legal!

It all worked out effortlessly.

Chris and Katy were happy, I was happy, I think everyone at Green Lake was happy (that's what sun in Seattle in November does to people).  And when you add LOVE to the mix, it's all good.

Here's what Katy thought about her wedding day:

Pat is wonderful! This ceremony is just what we wanted! My husband and I were originally thinking of going to a court house but we ran into a problem about needing witnesses. When I found Pat online she was the answer to all my prayers! She had so many wonderful ideas about the ceremony and did not make me feel judged about how I wanted my wedding to be. She was also so flexible and understanding about us being late the day of the ceremony (we forgot the marriage certificate at home). Our wedding was amazing and something I will remember with great fondness. I am so grateful to Pat and would recommend her services to ANYONE and EVERYONE!

Wishing Chris and Katy a life together as perfect as their wedding day.

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A Classic Wedding for a Classy Couple!

Amanda and Chris celebrated their marriage in a private ceremony surrounded by their mothers, siblings and other family members.  It was a classic wedding ceremony with colors of black and silver.  The ladies all wore peacock feathers in their hair.

Their vows were sweet and meaningful:
          I promise to share my life with you
            to be your friend, confidant, and strongest ally
            to respect you in my words and actions,
              both when we’re together and when we’re apart
            to value you as an individual, partner, and equal
            to honor you with trust and faithfulness
            to nurture you in sickness and in health
            to help you navigate life’s trials and accept your guidance
            to seek new adventures wherever we may find ourselves
            to help you forge the path to your dreams 

            to communicate with you when life gets complicated 

            to celebrate the good times and weather the bad 

            to find a way back to you when distance comes between us 

            to keep humor and laughter alive in our life 

            to love you forever.

Wishing these two the happiest of marriages!

Thanks to Erika, Chris's sister, for the photo.

If you're planning a "small yet beautiful" wedding at a place dear to you, 

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Sun Shines its Blessing on this Salish Elopement

Jan and Chip traveled from Spokane to wed at the Salish Lodge and Spa.  But first Chip ran a marathon (go man go - I was quite impressed), then the two toured Seattle, and last ... but not least ... they got married.

Their path to husband and wife was not without a few bumps so the two were quite grateful to exchange their vows.

As you know September weather in the Pacific Northwest is unpredictable.  The day began with a few sprinkles and by afternoon, all that remained was a mist over the falls.  Bit by bit the sun attempted to make its way through the clouds. 

Even so, the falls were spectacular!

We decided the ceremony should take place on the balcony.   It was quite sweet and touching.  Love is so amazing!




Vows were said and rings exchanged.  The marriage was sealed with a kiss.

Just then, the sun broke through the clouds in a blessing from nature for the bride and groom.  It was a magic moment.

Look at this!  Isn't this the best.

Just loved the moment.

Wishing Mr. and Mrs. a very happy and fulfilling life together filled with much joy!!









If you would like to have a little sun blessing on your marriage (well, I can't absolutely guarantee it but love it a powerful force), give us a call at 206.789.9788 or contact us through our website.