Carolyn Burke STL Blog

Jenny and Jason were supposed to be married at Raue Gardens in St Charles, MO. The rain would not stop and we had to go with a contingency plan or PLAN B.  The hand-made arbor was set up inside the reception site at Memorial Hall in Blanchette Park - just up the hill from the garden. Arbor and Decor Photographer - Loria Harris - provided some wonderful detail. Most of the items were provided by the couple - a do-it-yourself (DIY) wedding. Jenny + Bridesmaids Great Artificial Flowers Simple Wedding Cake Plus Sweets Many Blessings to Jenny + Jason Rench VENDORS Officiant : Rev. Janet Pillman Ceremony / Reception Site : Memorial Hall in Blanchette Park Catering : Kenricks Catering Company Photographer : Photos by Loria

Two weddings in one day - both have unique moments.  The first was at noon at Mount Pleasant Winery in Augusta.  The bride and groom were planning a nice event outside - if only it wasn't raining.  The staff at the winery was not prepared with a contingency plan and the couple was clue-less as well. We decided to have it under a tent that was set up on a terrace deck.  Staff scrambled to set up chairs, an extension cord for a CD player, and beverages afterwards. Once we were ready, a young adult started to sing the infamous song, "At Last" using kareoke.  It was sweet to say the least.  The groom became overwhelmed when it came time for him to "repeat after me" the vows.  I am sure the rain and being married for the first time at 50 years had a lot to do with his feelings at the moment.  I left under the uncertainty of whatever happened next.  I was not sure where the food or reception area was and I had no time to find out. I h...

I had the pleasure of being the OFFICIANT for the wedding of Nathasha and Ric.  They are now a blended family who reside in Texas.  They chose SAINT LOUIS as a destination to have a fun and quirky wedding event at the beautiful CONSERVATORY GARDEN WEDDINGS in St Charles, Missouri. They expected about 30 guests and they used their creative juices to make it fun for their children who range in age from pre-teen to young adult - no stuffy dresses or tuxedos at this wedding !  The wedding date as 12-12-12 and we waiting until 1:20pm to start the ceremony. Many Blessings to this great new family !!