Symbols – that’s what we say about wedding rings. But then . . . what is a symbol? Shiny, sparkly pieces of jewelry that all point to something much deeper and profound – love and commitment. The ring exchange is really the peak of the wedding ceremony, in my opinion. It is the ritualistic binding,… Read more »
My work has me all over the city and surrounding hill country marrying couples from all walks of life. And I provide other services for folks, as well. I preside at baby naming ceremonies, funerals and memorial services. I teach, listen, pray with and for people. I preach for my colleagues. In fact, this Spring,… Read more »
“I have heard people say marriage is hard, but it hasn’t been for us. It’s been so easy and such a joy and we wish the very same for you.” Some things are said at weddings that just stick with you. This was one of them –and it’s nothing I said. Upon hearing these well-wishes… Read more »
You are engaged. Now the work begins, right? The dress, the colors, the music, the food, the venue, the photographer. Then there is transportation, makeup and hair, guest lists, save-the-dates, invitations, seating arrangements. Oh! And a marriage license! And hey – probably someone to sign that license, too. We get it. The actual ceremony, the… Read more »
Remember that best-selling book, “The Secret?” I was actually gifted the book, but have yet to read it years later. It’s in my pile, but it never seems to make it to the top. I am likely doing myself a great disservice. Maybe all the people around me who live seemingly blissful and uncomplicated lives… Read more »
Do you want a wedding that is spiritual or non-spiritual? Do you want your wedding service to be religious or non-religious? These terms are confusing for brides and grooms, for officiants, and planners, too. Austin Weddings Unlimited officiants have personal conversations every week of the year with couples who are struggling to create a ceremony… Read more »
My wedding rehearsals are full of little bits of instruction, trivia, announcements, and well – rehearsing. It’s not a science, but it does make life easier. One announcement I make is, of course, to not lock your knees. Fainting isn’t fun, and dramatic moments are mostly overrated. I always tell the wedding party that I… Read more »
“How do we guarantee that our marriage will be ok?” It’s a question often asked of Austin Weddings Unlimited, and the answer isn’t exactly what you want to hear. There isn’t a guarantee. There is no such thing. In fact, there are no perfect marriages either. We hear a lot about guarantees in this culture;… Read more »
Every married couple has been there. Life goes from the exciting questions like,”What great new restaurant should we try?” to “What’s for dinner?” and “Did you figure out where you’d like to go on vacation this weekend?” to “Did you pick up the dry cleaning this week?” Probably not exactly what you were thinking life… Read more »
Once, in the presence of my marriage counselor, I told my husband that I’d never marry again. My husband was insulted. While our counselor placidly listened, he said the comment hurt his feelings. I didn’t mean to hurt his feelings, but it is the truth. I’d never marry again. One “I do” is enough. Not… Read more »
