Although we’ve witnessed a breathtaking expansion in the rights of gay men and women to marry in America, it is not the still case in everywhere. And so, our Empire State continues to play host to wonderful men and women who travel here to wed. Three years have come and gone since New York’s Marriage […]
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In just the last week or two I’ve had the great pleasure to conduct three vow renewal ceremonies, a trend that I hope continues. Each was uniquely perfect. My first couple, Tim and Laura were in America from England, celebrating their 10th wedding anniversary with their two beautiful daughters. Tim had been in touch with
Back in April, I married the lovely Alex and Chris, Aussies who were making a new home in New York. He was as handsome as she was beautiful, on that crisp spring day in Central Park. Everyone shined, basking in the glow of the love between the bride and groom—and their obvious affection for the guests.
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The recent Supreme Court decisions striking down DOMA (the Defense of Marriage Act) and subsequent decisions by the IRS on the tax status of married same-sex couples, have opened a flood gate of gay couples, coming to New York to exchange their “I Dos.” Again and again, I am reminded by these pioneering partners that
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For a dog loving officiant like me, Saturday was a happy day indeed! The day was book-ended by two weddings…. both featuring man’s (and woman’s) best friend! My morning ceremony was a causal affair in Central Park. Sammy the Pomerania was clearly the center of attention. The beloved doggy of the groom is a bit
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Just like London has Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens and the Jardin du Luxembourg graces Paris, New York boasts of a most fabulous public garden in Central Park. History buffs will now that the park opened before the Civil War in 1857. Designed by Frederick Law Olmstead and Calvert Vaux, it now expands nearly 850
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An astounding number of couples from around America and all over the world find New York’s romantic lure irresistible….and they choose to marry in the Big Apple. For many of these brides and grooms, New York has hosted plentiful happy memories and is frequently the backdrop for a proposal of marriage. So, where better to
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During the summer, the most popular wedding spots in Central Park are jam packed with couples from all over the world. Locations such as the Ladies Pavilion, Shakespeare Garden and Wagner Cove may seem like revolving doors on weekend afternoons. However, I was recently reminded of a fabulous ceremony location that is hidden in plain
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With the close of the year and the beginning of a new one, it is a good time to reflect and offer thanks. As I ring in 2012, I am happy to recollect on the many wonderful couples that I have served this past year. I have worked with folks from many American states (Oregon,
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Any season is a good one for an elopement in Central Park, among the world’s most beloved gardens. Among the hidden gems of the grounds is the Shakespeare Garden in the mid/west portion of the Park. Shakespeare Garden, a quaint nook, is situated off of Central Park West at about 79th Street. Even for the
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