What a perfect day for a wedding on the grounds of the charming Manse Inn, Brewster, Massachusetts! Having been in the bridal industry herself, Jessica had planned her own wedding exquisitely, with every detail created with that special something that rang of Martha Stewart quality. In front of the Inn's renovated, white barn, Scott and Jessica exchanged their custom written wedding vows, intermittently laughing together when Jessica expressed references to humorous situations they'd had as a couple. The family and friends joined in laughing, too, making this a most delightful experience for all in attendance.
On this beautiful autumn day, Scott and Jessica included their family and friends in the service itself with a beautiful Unity Candle ceremony. Jessica chose five candle lighters (amongst her guests) who lit their candles from the elegant candelabrum behind us, and proceeded to go down the aisle to pass the flame to the people on the aisles. Candles had been placed under each guests' chair. As each candle was lit, each guest in turn passed the flame until all of the candles were lit.
Once all of the candles were lit, I delivered a special blessing: "May the blessing of light be with you always, light without and light within. And may the sun shine upon you and warm your heart until it glows like a great fire so that others may feel the warmth of your love for one another."
Congratulations to Scott and Jessica!
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