Congratulations to Tom and Michelle!
Friday evening I performed their wedding ceremony at Centennial Park on Coronado.
All the groomsmen were former or current military service, and one of them had actually served on the Midway before it was decommissioned. We had a view of it from the ceremony site looking back toward the city. It was pretty great.
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How amazing would it be to say “I do” at your own private retreat? There is a new venue in town – Retreat to the Oakes – that offers all the serenity and privacy to make it your own.
Plenty of space and interesting landscaping-perfect for cocktails on the patio.
Their open house last night showcased some beautiful options for a great event.
I would love to officiate a wedding ceremony here – it truly has the feeling of your own private retreat, with a sophisticated appeal.
Woodsy backdrop for your private wedding ceremony
DJ Spencer Bezy served as emcee in his own inimitable style. One of my favorite florists, Kiyoko of Cherry Blossom contributed beautiful floral arrangements. And guitarist Anthony Garcia added to a great musical experience.
The beautiful waterfall pool is a sophisticated centerpiece
Congratulations to the partnership of Gloria Dogue (Weddings by Gloria) and The Oakes on creating a beautiful new wedding venue!
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Last night I had the privilege of officiating the wedding ceremony for Juro and Michiko.
It was a small intimate affair with just family, on the terrace at Bertrand Mr. A’s. The spectacular views offered so many images of San Diego: ocean, city, and gardens in the park.
Every couple and ceremony is unique, and this one just a little moreso – the groom was 84 and the bride 83.
Juro and Michiko were first married 60 years ago, divorced 40 years ago, became engaged in August 2012, and married again March 2.
It is such a beautiful story to remind us you just never know what life will bring you, and that love has its own path and timeline to find its way home.
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What a fantastic CPR class last night!
Thanks so much to the Association of Bridal Consultants for putting together the 4-hour CPR and First Aid training/qualification course, and to the Dana on Mission Bay for hosting. And big thanks to Jo at AllHeart CPR for making it all so easy to learn.
It’s reassuring to obtain the CPR and First Aid qualification and be familiar once again with the knowledge to help in case of an emergency.
Brides and grooms, it’s always a great idea to make sure someone at your event is trained or qualified in CPR, as well as being aware of emergency procedures at your chosen event venue.
Hopefully it’s something you will never need, but with weddings being an opportunity for emotions to run high, it will offer a little more peace of mind.
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The Chapel at NTC in Pt. Loma is such a hidden gem! Thank you to Events Manager Rebecca Duckworth at NTC events for the great tour yesterday!
Lovely, understated and elegant, this nondenominational chapel will suit any ceremony
The beautiful simple interior of deep woods and stained-glass window offers a perfect tranquil setting for any ceremony.
This location is open to all faiths and is available to everyone. Bring your own officiant or minister, music, etc. (If you would like organ music they do require that you hire their professional organist.)
It’s a lovely blank slate for any wedding.
Spacious getting-ready room for the bride at NTC chapel
And, ladies, you will love the HUGE and beautifully appointed getting-ready room. The guys have a great hang-out spot as well – there is plenty of comfortable space for all your family and wedding party to gather before the ceremony starts.
Additional unique ceremony sites at NTC include the beautiful Rose Garden and the gorgeous Courtyard with views of the fountain.
Rose Garden at NTC
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