It was a beautiful early Fall day when I arrived at Kris's and Sarah's home to officiate their intimate family wedding. They wanted a unique ceremony, centered on their love and had contacted me partly because they liked the Spiritual Ceremony that I have on my website. Both sets of parents were laid back and just wanted to be there. And this, with the inclusion of a few more family members, is what they created.
Thanks to Holly Czuba of Holly Czuba Photography for her wonderful photographs. This shot of Kris watching Sarah process around the corner of the house was a treat. She was radiant and his face was filled with love for her. She had been preceded by his two nieces who were the flower girls. At 3 and 5 years of age they seemed to have that slight bewilderment of not quite knowing what to do, and everyone else loving their spontaneity Sarah's sister, Kate, played the flute for her processional accompanied by a piano recording made by Sarah's mother, Barbara. It was a lovely gift of music.
Kris and Sarah have been friends for 13 years and have been dating for 5 years. She had lived out of the country two years before they dates and then when she moved to Raleigh they began dating. Being married on their deck was a blessing for their home and perfect for them and their love of nature. They cherish the life that they have created together, Sarah loving Kris's patience and thoughtfulness, Kris loving Sarah's way of helping him live more in the moment. Together they encourage each other to grow in heart and spirit. This is a wonderful gift of their love.
They had a Ring Warming as part of their ceremony. In this ritual we pass their rings through the hands of their guests so that each guest can add a silent blessing into the rings before the couple offer their rings to each other. They chose a small mason jar to hold their rings.
I love this ritual because it also gives the couple a chance to pause and notice the love coming their way from their guests. A wedding goes so quickly and in the pause, they can appreciate the moment for all the joy it holds.
In this wonderful family picture you see our flower girls in purple and the delightful family they all create together.
Kris and Sarah live in a house that I love. It's called a California Ranch I'm told and it is open with spacious rooms and very clean lines. They held their reception family lunch in their dining room and living room and the family fit just fine.
Of course, there was dessert! Cupcakes from Bitsy Bakes. I'm a fan just by looking at them. As an icing fan, ample icing is a must. And they are decorated so well!
Kris and Sarah have a casual moment by their front door after the ceremony. I love to see them laugh like this. We ended their ceremony with the blessing, 'May you dare to dream dreams not yet dreamt. Play together, laugh together, walk together for a lifetime.'
Thanks to Daniel's Florist for their vibrant fall flowers which were perfect as a contrast to all the green of nature, and thanks to Irregardless Cafe who catered their wedding lunch. I come across their name often and always hear good things about them.
I hope Sarah's and Kris's lives are filled with joy. It was a pleasure being a part of their lives for even this short time. Sarah emailed her thanks with, 'Thank you so much for officiating our ceremony. It was exactly as we'd imagined it to be!' I love hearing that, and I'm delighted that I could help make it happen. I send the much love.
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