A number of weeks ago, I was fortunate enough to officiate the wedding of this beautiful couple, originally from South Africa, courtesy of planning by Simply Eloped. Their wedding was before the first phase of re-opening here in New York City. So while the couple gathered in Central Park for their vows, I was with […]
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Over the decade I’ve done 1000+ ceremonies and celebrations. One trend, I’ve noted is the increasing prominence of vow renewals in my ceremony portfolio. Vow renewals are among my favorite events, as they are both retrospective (giving thanks for the many years a couple has shared) and prospective (making commitments for the days and years,
It’s Tartan Week in New York City—the annual time to celebrate all-things Scottish, featuring a colorful parade along Sixth Avenue. And, we at Simply Eloped, honored Scotland with a wedding of an adorable couple at the Bethesda Arcade! Jacqueline and Alasdair came with the bride’s parents and niece for a once-in-a-lifetime elopement in the Big
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The little touches makes the ceremony, whether it is telling the couple’s romantic story, describing what’s special about the rings, or drawing out meaningful religious or cultural customs. Earlier this summer I delivered a simple, small ceremony for an out-of-state couple at a sentimental place in Central Park. I told their story, drew their friends
The other day, I was lucky enough to participate in a “surprise” 20th wedding anniversary vow renewal. A thoughtful and romantic husband from Canada surprised his wife by arranging a last minute holiday to New York, to celebrate their anniversary. He found me online, and we schemed to create a sweet ceremony in Central Park. There
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