Jim & Kathryn, Winslow House, Orleans, MA

I knew as soon as I arrived at the "Winslow House" in Orleans, MA, overlooking the Pleasant Bay, that this couple had found a gem of a venue tucked away on Cape Cod.

My first service at this particular locale, the view from this private family home was absolutely breathtaking. Once again,

the weather was as good as it gets, with salt-filled breezes, the aromatic sweetness of the smells of spring, and the sounds of the tide below hitting against the shore. Children were skipping across the lawn in their classy wedding outfits, climbing the fence to look out over the gorgeous scene. It was a fairy tale location for a special couple.

The house itself was built in the early 1900's as a family retreat, and has been passed down through the generations; it is of a Spanish style and decor, and one feels transported in time as the sounds of family and friends' laughter permeates the gardens.

Kathryn and Jim stood peacefully, smiling at one another during the service. Kathryn's mother and father each gave both personal and sacred readings for their daughter and new son-in-law, each showing the depth of emotion they felt on this very special day. Their custom messages gave extra meaning to this lovely couple's wedding vows.

My wife, Lianne, said that this wedding made her think of "White Satin"; Kathryn wore a classic, elegant white satin dress, and the phrase speaks to everything done in a simple yet sophisticated manner.

Congratulations to Jim and Kathryn! I considered it a privilege to perform your wedding service.