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

No bride wants to have rain on her wedding day. I have heard all the old sayings, including, "It's bad luck because it's an indicator of all the tears you'll cry during your marriage" and the Chinese tradition that welcomes rain as washing away worries and offering a new beginning. Regardless of the superstitions surrounding rain and weddings, inclement weather can interrupt many aspects of your day, from outdoor picture taking to trying to get from the church to the car without getting soaked. It's incredibly important to make contingency plans for the weather, especially if a large part of your day is going to be spent outdoors. If you're planning on having lots of photos taken outside, be sure to have a backup place where you can also take pictures. If the ceremony and/or reception are taking place outdoors, have a tent or pavilion that can be used in case of a sudden downpour. It may cost a little more and take some extra planning, but it will b...