Vows & Readings
Buddhist-Inspired Wedding Ideas
Earlier today, I was speaking with a bride who said that she and her fiancé were drawn to Buddhism, but she didn’t know how that
Loving You is a Way of Being
Tomorrow I marry a bride whose family came to the United States from Cuba. They have harrowing stories. I felt that one way to pay
Plato’s Symposium
A recent couple shared this beautiful reading, suitable for weddings. Not a conventional choice–but a compelling one. To understand the power of Love, we must
Love Poems
Although I’ve been officiating weddings for about a decade, I still delight in new ideas and happy surprises for celebrations, large and small. Some time
Words of Equality
This has been a big summer for Pride advocates and those who marry gay couples. Just last month, we celebrated the 50th anniversary of the
A Tartan Week Wedding in the Big Apple!
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,
Your Journey Together: Wedding at the Garrison
Living in New York, and working with so many international couples, I often come across brides and grooms who thrive on travel. This love of
Tips on Writing Personal Vows
While many couples are interested in writing their own vows, this desire is accompanied by some anxiety. Where to begin? What to say? How long
The Promise, by Heather Berry
At a recent ceremony of New York ladies, they invited a couple of dear friends to participate in their ceremony. Their participation included selecting a
