For fifteen years, I have been blessed and privileged to officiate weddings. I have stood with couples in chapels, gardens, barns, backyards, and ballrooms. Every ceremony is a gift. And still, every so often, one arrives that stays with you. This recent elopement was one of those days. It was the most touching, inspiring, and loving experience I ...

When doing wedding consultations with my couples, one of the questions that is posed is; what would you like to do for the "Unity" portion of your ceremony?

There are so many wonderful options today than times past.

One of my favorite options is the "Marriage Box". When asked more about the box and how it came into ...

When doing wedding consultations with my couples, one of the questions that is posed is, "What would you like to do for the 'Unity' portion of your ceremony?"

There are so many wonderful options today as there was many years ago. Many remember lighting a Unity Candle. This is a wonderful gesture to represent your union.

Today, ...

My husband, Mike Schienle with Wind Ridge Wood Crafts has custom designed these “marriage boxes” that are used in wedding ceremonies that I officiate.

Are you curious how this idea came about?

When I read the poem entitled “Marriage Box”; the sentiments were so true and eloqently written. ...