Weddings are a special time for the happy bride and groom. Yet, it's not always easy for the father of the bride. Flashbacks of her life are going through his mind at the wedding even as he is saying that he gives her to "this man." On our wedding day, which was also my father-in-law's 50th birthday, Heather sang "I'll Always Be Your Baby" (by Natalie Grant) to her father at our wedding reception. It's a memory that our family cherishes - linking her family of origin to the new family she was forming with me. Take some time to enjoy the song and you may even consider honoring the father … [Read more...]
How to Honor God in Your Wedding
Would you consider yourself a wedding person? Do you look forward to attending weddings, crying when the bride walks down the aisle, rejoicing when the bride and groom are pronounced man and wife, and then eating till your heart's content at the reception? Some people enjoy going because they are hopeless romantics, some go to pick up free food and to find a date (no, we do not recommend this!), some would rather eat dirt than attend any weddings, but most people enjoy going primarily when they really care about the couple. Most of the weddings I've attended over the years have been normal, … [Read more...]
Father/Daughter Reception Dance Surprises
My wife would cringe at the thought of doing this; whereas, I would think it would be great fun. So, if the Lord blesses me with a daughter who wants to do this someday, I'll be ready. lol Enjoy the Father/Daughter Reception Dance Surprises below (so, they're not a surprise to you now... but you'll still enjoy them!) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMtm1M8Q9tI http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jocBK71uraA … [Read more...]
Wedding Music
When you envision your wedding, what music do imagine hearing playing at it? Different people have different styles and tastes – and there are also family considerations to take into account. Some couples may choose their song selection based upon the theme they have chosen for their wedding. Increasingly, marrying couples are choosing modern versions of the classics or non-traditional wedding songs altogether. Heather and I spent a good deal of time trying to find the perfect wedding music. I’m more of a traditionalist when it comes to such things and Heather didn’t prefer classical music … [Read more...]
Make Your Wedding Memorable (JK Wedding Dance)
One of the pieces of advice we share with our client couples is: make your wedding memorable. This is a day to honor and glorify God, but He is also glorified when we are having righteous fun. If your personality styles are more extroverted and playful, you may want to have fun and ham it up. If your personality styles are more traditional, you can have a more pristine, elegant wedding. Many of your friends and family are going to have opinions about what you should and shouldn't do on your wedding celebration. For a period of time, you should listen to them all and compile a list. At some … [Read more...]