Real Wedding Carolyn and Mark@Clearwater Beach

Carolyn and Mark left the snowy cold of Buffalo, New York to come down to sunny, warm, Florida to be married! It was a beautiful sunny day with a warm breeze coming off the ocean. Mark was waiting at the beach for Carolyn in order that he would see her for the first time in her beautiful gown and veil. She looked stunning as she walked towards her groom for their very private and intimate wedding on Clearwater Beach. The bride carried a beautiful bouquet of calla lillies, and they exchanged traditional wedding vows as they stood within a heart shaped in the sand. After the ceremony, we provided a toast for the couple. What a pleasure it was to be such an important part of Mark and Carolyn's elopement. I wish them a long, healthy and happy marriage!

Sandpearl Resort Wedding - Karen and James

Today It was my honor to officiate at the splendid wedding of Karen and James on the gulf lawn area of the Sandpearl Resort. The wedding was full of rich Filipino Traditions. After the bride was escorted by her dad, and brought forward to the chairs facing frontward, the ceremony began. The couple was cloaked with the white veil, which symbolized Karen and James commitment to each other, to cloth each other in love and loyalty. It is a symbol of faithful love and continuous moral and spiritual support as they carry life's burden with joy. It represents James strength and protection to his bride, Karen, his wife, who he promises to take care of from this day forward.

The cord was then placed over their heads and on their shoulders in a figure 8 shape to bind their love, to unite their lives as one, to connect souls. It is placed in a figure 8 to represent eternity.

After their wedding vows and ring exchange vows, the couple shared in the coin exchange. In this tradition, the tinkling of the coins being passed from one pair of hands to the other, is a distinctive reminder of James promise to take care of Karen materially. Karen in turn, by giving back the coins into his hands, conveys that what they both earn become part of each others. The trickling sound also signifies abundance and success in the couples joint efforts.

Karen and James also shared a sand blending ritual to symbolize that two lives are joined as one forever. The ceremony was so beautiful, meaningful and respectful to both traditions.

It was truly and honor to work with Karen and James and their parents, in the creation of their ceremony reflecting their own style and wishes....

Blessings to you for a lifetime full of happiness!

Wedding Professionals who made this event magnificent:

Debbie Glancy from the Sandpearl Resort and her staff. http://www.sandpearl.com/
Hair and Makeup by Sara Shepard 727-644-5970
Flowers by In Bloom - Valerie 813-443-0551
Professional Photography by Valerie Ritter 727-365-0308

Five Star Audio for the Ceremony - Jeremy 727-710-1161

Cake by Nina - 813-251-4564

Hyatt Regency in Clearwater Beach - Wedding of Kristy and Kris

On Saturday, Kristy and Kris exchanged their wedding vows in the sunshine, but with the wind whipping! The setting was the beautiful Hyatt Regency in Clearwater overlooking the white sand of the beach and the aqua blue waters of the gulf. The wedding ceremony was held on the 8th floor patio with a beautiful reception following. It was a private, intimate, area away from the hustle and bustle of other guests. The reception room was surrounded by windows allowing a magnificent view from every angle.

The colors chosen for the flowers were a magnificent orange color, created by by Rose Garden Florists. I loved the gerbra daisy arrangements and their vibrant color was perfect! The orange gerbra daisy's on the reception tables, in the bride and bridesmaids bouquet was fabulous. The floral pieces for the front area were also beautiful lilies in the same orange color. It was nice to see something simple, yet elegant, unique and beautiful!

The bride was escorted by her dad to the sound of steel drum music provided by Dave Holmstrand of CaladesiSteelBand.com. The bride entered to a steel drum rendition of Here Comes the Bride and she looked stunning as she strode towards her groom.

After the exchange of vows and rings, the couples had a blended sand ritual symbolizing the joining of their lives together.

Congratulations Kristy and Kris!! It was a honor to officiate your wedding.

Here are the professionals I enjoyed working with at this wedding!

Florist: Rose Garden Flowers 727-391-1200 or 1-800-771-1371
Music: Caladesi Steel Band, Dave Holmstrand 727-642-4814
Venue: Jennifer Payne | Catering Sales Manager
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
301 South Gulfview Boulevard | Clearwater, FL  33767
P: 727-373-4446 | F: 727-373-4450| E: Jennifer.payne@hyatt.com
clearwaterbeach.hyatt.com