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11/11/11 it only happens every one hundred years.

 This was a very special day for many couples, and we were honored to officiate the wedding of Leanne and Jeffery Green on the beach at the Sunset Vistas Beachfront Suites at Treasure Island, Florida.

 Jeffery and his groomsmen managed the setup of the beautiful beach theme wedding.  Leanne looked simply gorgeous as she arrived on her brothers arms, processing in to the steel drum music.  The aisle was decorated with starfish and bell jars filled with beach sand, starfish and sand dollars.

 The couple shared their personal vows, and joined their individual sand vials together, symbolizing the joining of their lives together.  In Filipino tradition, the bride and groom exchanged the aras.

These are the coins that flow from the groom to the bride and back to demonstrate his willingness to support his wife and family, and her willingness to be an equal partner in the marriage.



 Rev. David Bishop of LovingUnity.com officiated the nuptials.  The photos of the beautiful couple say it all!







After the ceremony, the couple and their family enjoyed a reception in the venue cafe overlooking the tropical courtyard and waterfalls.   We were so honored to be such an integral part of their day.

Venue:  Sunset Vistas Beachfront Suites   www.SunsetVistas.com
Photos for the Blog: Virginia Bishop
Music: Steel drum music by Jason of the Island Boys
                                                          Florist: Gulfport Florist
                                                          Bamboo Arch Rental: LovingUnity.com

Labels: beach rituals, beach wedding, Beach Wedding in Florida, beach weddings in FLorida, blended sand ceremony, blending rituals, ceremony locations, ceremony music, destination florida wedding florida

Congratulations Andrea and Scott! We just LOVED the Davis Island Garden Club for this wedding venue. The weather was magnificent,sunny, with a light, gentle breeze, and a great view of the water. Andrea was radiant, Scott was attractive and the love between them was very apparent! Their ceremony was simple and elegant, and her flower selection of daisys just seemed to be the perfect petals to pick for their ceremony! Andrea and Scott exchanged beautiful, meaningful vows, and a blended sand ritual. The music for their ceremony and reception was provided by Rob Strange. Rob had quite the array of music talents and we was truly impressed! Andrea processed into the wedding to peaceful flute sounds. Andrea and Scott shared beautiful vows with each other that they were inspired from Conversations With God. As an officiant, we feel so blessed to be present at this most intimate time. One of the most beautiful and meaningful rituals of their ceremony involved the creative exchange of rings. It was such an honor to work with this magnificent couple as they created a truly unique ceremony that represented their own wishes and style and brought tears to the eyes of all of the guests. Andrea and Scott, thank you, for allowing us to have the honor of working with you on the most important day of your life!

Venue: Davis Island Garden Club
Music: Rob B. Strange 727-520-6650 www.bufflostrange.com
Catering: Amici's Catering www.amiciscatering.com
Officiant: Rev. David Bishop www.lovingunity.com

Labels: catering, ceremony music, Davis Island Garden Club, tampa bay area weddings, unique wedding venues, wedding music

It was an honor for me to officiate the wedding of Katie andTony! !  Katie and Tony celebrated their special moment strolling over the walkway to exchange their vows under a canopy of shade trees in the Oak Pavilion at the Sunken Gardens. The beauty and tranquility of this timeless sanctuary added to the  romance of their special day.

The Sunken Gardens is a botanical paradise in the midst of a bustling city. As St. Petersburg's oldest living museum, this 100 year old garden is home to some of the oldest tropical plants in the region.
Wedding guests had the opportunity to unwind as they strolled through meandering paths, lush with exotic plants from around the world. They explored cascading waterfalls, beautiful demonstration gardens, more than 50,000 tropical plants and flowers.

  Katie and Tony specifically chose this location because of their love of nature and gardens, and as Katie told me, it is a reminder of the beautiful gardens and nature God has provided for us to enjoy.

Katie and Tony shared very beautiful vows with each other, and also shared a vow with Tony's daughter Brooke.

Music for the ceremony was provided by Eddie Lugo, and the beautiful flowers were designed by
Debbie of The Bridess Bouquet.

Congratulations Tony and Katie, may you be blessed with a very long and happy marriage!!

Vendors I enjoyed working with that day:
The Sunken Gardens, St. Petersburg
Eddie Lugo Guitarist - 813-817-6780
Photography - Jenny Brockwell-Frank  813-205-1214 www.jennybphotography.com
Florist - Debbie from The Brides Bouquet 727-785-2562

Labels: ceremony music, creative photography, florida florist, St. Petersburg Womens Club, Sunken Gardens, The Brides Bouquet, unique wedding venues

I work with many DJ's for all of the weddings that I conduct. I know that the DJ is critical to the success of your wedding ceremony and reception. The Tampa Bay Area's longest running mobile DJ service provides the best in professional sound entertainment for private and business parties, weddings, bar or bat mitzvahs, birthdays or just for fun!!! They are professional, experienced, and reliable!! I have been in the company of Doug Shaw who is the owner, entertainer, DJ with Shaw Productions. He has 36 years in the business, and has also been a DJ in many of the major nightclubs in the bay area. He is also a professional licensed ring announcer. He is a member of the Wedding & Event Professionals of Tampa Bay, and the American Disc Jockey Association - Tampa Bay Chapter. He has been certified as a professional in meeting in exceeding standards in experience and quality equipment. They will meet with you in advance to help you plan all of the details that will make your event successful!! The DJ's will come suitably dressed, bring the music you want to hear, play your requests, use top quality equipment, and work with your needs to make your event successful The company is insured and is happy to provide references. Call them today at (727) 796-3701 or check them out on the web at www.shawsoundproductions.com I am pleased and honored to refer them as someone I enjoy working with at LovingUnity.com

Labels: ceremony music, Disc Jockey Florida, DJ Association