Adam and Margarete Wed at Deerpark, Biltmore Estate

What an amazing couple! From the very first time that I met Adam and Margarete, I knew that their wedding was going to be a wonderful celebration - and it was! The newlyweds live in the Atlanta area where Adam is involved in the technology world and Margarete is a Physician's Assistant in Anesthesiology. The Deerpark is one of my favorite locations on the grounds of the beautiful Biltmore Estate. It is very romantic and the staff there always goes above and beyond in taking care of the bridal couple and their guests. The beautiful wedding was expertly directed by Tamara Heston of Belle Soiree (www.bellesoiree.com). It is always a blessing to be able to work with Tamara. The beautiful wedding music was provided by Amy Brucksch and John Malloy of Stings of Choice (www.stringsofchoice.com). The wedding celebration was captured through the wonderful photographic talent of Galen McGee of Two Ring Studios (www.tworingstudios.com). Adam and Margarete, I was so honored to be a part of your wonderful wedding. I wish you every blessing in your lives together as husband and wife! Best to you always! Enjoy life!

Jeremy and Kristen Wed at Biltmore Estate

A spectacular August evening welcomed Jeremy and Kristen and their guests to the beautiful Vista on the grounds of the Inn on Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina. Jeremy and Kristen met at Villanova University. Jeremy is employed by IBM and Kristen is pursuing her dream of becoming a veterinarian. I was really blessed in being able to work with some amazing and gifted wedding vendors. Gwenn Ford of Wedding Inspirations (www.weddinginsp.com) once again performed her magic in making sure that every detail was addressed. The beautiful wedding music was provided by the Asheville String Trio (www.ronclearfield.com) and the reception music was masterfully crafted by Pat Lance of Spintastic Sounds, Asheville (www.spintasticsounds.com/asheville). The gorgeous flowers were arranged by the Flower Gallery (www.flowergalleryasheville.com). Jeremy and Kristen - you are a wonderful couple and I was honored to be a part of your wedding celebration. Best to you as you journey through life together! Enjoy life!

Brian and Laura Marry in Hendersonville

Surrounded by a group of close friends and family, Brian and Laura became husband and wife at the beautiful Melange' Inn and Gardens (wwww.melangebb.com) in Hendersonville, North Carolina. Their ceremony was filled with special moments - including several readings by special friends. They also included the lighting of a unity candle - a very meaningful reminder of their new relationship as husband and wife. I certainly enjoyed getting to know Brian and Laura - and I was honored to be a part of their beautiful wedding celebration. Best to you in your journey together! Enjoy life!

Marius and Natalia Wed at Lioncrest

The beautiful Lioncrest on the grounds of the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina was the perfect location for the wedding of Marius and Natalia. A gathering of fifty friends and family witnessed the very meaningful exchange of vows between this special couple. Marius was born in Romania and Natalia was born in Moldova. It was a pleasure for me to get to know this great couple! They share a very special connection and truly make a great couple. Marius and Natalia - best to you in every way as you share your incredible lives together. Enjoy life!

Charlie and Jane Erwin Wed at Walled Gardens

A wonderful August evening at the Walled Gardens located on the grounds of the beautiful Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina provided the ideal and romantic setting for Charlie and Jane Erwin's wedding! Both Charlie and Jane Erwin are graduates of Southern Methodist University. Surrounded by a wonderful group of approximately 200 guests, the bridal couple shared their wedding vows and exchanged their wedding rings. The festive event was expertly directed by Tara Jordan (www.weddingswithtara.com). The wedding music was delightful and was provided by Mary Daniels and Friends (www.marydanielsmusic.com). The staff at the Biltmore Estate once again showed their professionalism and desire to provide a memorable location for the wedding couple and their guests (www.biltmore.com/visit/gardens/walled). The photographer was Parker J Pfister (www.parkerjphoto.com). And the beautiful flowers were provided by the Bloom Room (www.bloom-room.com). It was such a great time of celebrating with Charlie and Jane Erwin! May you be blessed in countless ways as you share all of life together. I was honored to be a part of your day. Enjoy life!

Iggy and Heather Wed in Waynesville

Iggy and Heather were married in a beautiful ceremony at Hazelwood Baptist Church in Waynesville, North Carolina. Heather's mother is the pianist of the church.....and Hazelwood is the church that I have pastored since April, 2008. Iggy and Heather make a wonderful couple and it was such a blessing to be a part of their incredible wedding! The wedding was beautifully directed by Heather's parents, Cheryl and Jay. For the wedding, Jay lovingly built a set of much needed steps for the altar area of the church. Anita Diaz, Worship Leader at Hazelwood, provided the absolutely heart-stirring music. The beautiful organ music was provided by Hazel Crow of Union, South Carolina. The wedding was captured on film through the professional expertise of Bruce Blake with Dutch Cove Productions (www.dutchcoveproductions.com). The reception was held at Lambreth Hall on the grounds of the Lake Junaluska Assembly. Rodney King of Mr. C's Mobile DJ (www.mrcsmobiledj.com) kept the crowd rocking and the music hopping! Iggy and Heather - what a blessing to be a part of your wedding! Thank you so much for asking me to be with you and your families on one of the most precious moments of your lives. I was honored to be a part of your beautiful wedding. May every blessing be yours and you share life together! Best to you always! Enjoy life!

Andrew and Myra Wed at Homewood

"The Glen" at Homewood was the beautiful setting for Andrew and Myra's wedding! I immediately connected with Andrew and Myra on our first meeting together. They are a great couple and certainly love life! They love to laugh - and I really enjoy being around people that find the joy in life's moments. Both are employed at Frankie Bones in Asheville. Their wedding provided a great opportunity for Andrew and Myra to celebrate with family and friends. Monroe Moore and the staff at Homewood (www.mybelovedhomewood.com) once again catered to every wish of the bridal couple. The reception music rocked to the DJ mastery of Dylan Skidmore of Blazin' Sounds Entertainment (www.blazinsoundsentertainment.com). Andrew and Myra, you are a blessing to know and I wish you the very best in your journey together! Enjoy life!

Juan and Lisa Wed at Biltmore Estate

A spectacular summer afternoon at the beautiful Inn on Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina provided the perfect setting for Juan and Lisa's wedding! Juan is a spine surgeon and Lisa is an anesthesiologist and they currently live in Charlotte. Their families came from Wisconsin and Florida and joined with them in a festive and wonderful time of celebration. The wedding was coordinated beautifully by Tamara Heston of Belle Soiree (www.bellesoiree.com). The staff at the Inn on Biltmore Estate once again demonstrated their professionalism by providing such an amazing wedding venue. The wedding was captured in photos through the wonderful and talented Laurie Johnson (www.lauriejohnsonphoto.com) and in video by Erik and Gretchen Smith (www.somethingbluevideo.com). Juan and Lisa also chose to include a White Dove Release at the end of their ceremony. Twelve white doves were released and soared above the wedding guests. It was a beautiful moment. Julia Gaunt of A Spirit's Wings (www.aspiritswings.com) provided the doves and direction. The music for the wedding and reception was coordinated by Pat Lance of Spinstastic Sounds in Asheville (www.spintasticsounds.com/locations/asheville). Juan and Lisa, you are an amazing couple and I truly enjoyed getting to know you and your families. Best to you both in your move to Miami! May every joy and blessing be yours as life continues to unfold for you. Best always! Enjoy life!

Jason and Lori Marry at Champion Hills

The beautiful Champion Hills Country Club (www.championhills.com) in Hendersonville, North Carolina was the ideal setting for Jason and Lori's wedding.

I really enjoyed getting to know Jason and Lori and their wedding was the perfect blend of their personalities. Lori is a 3rd grade teacher and Jason directs sports concession and marketing sales at the Dean Smith Center at the University of Chapel Hill. Of course, the color for the wedding was Carolina Blue! Jason and Lori chose a traditional ceremony and included a sand ceremony in which they each poured a different color of sand (representing their individual lives before their wedding) into a common container (representing their new relationship as husband and wife). The wonderful wedding music was provided by Eric Scheider (cello) and Elizabeth Terry (violin) of the group Cafe String Quartet (www.cafestringquartet.com). And it is always a pleasure to work with Jill Schwarzkopf (www.realitiesbyjill.com) as the wedding photographer. The high energy reception music came courtesy of Dan Arshambeau of Premier Sound and Light (www.premsound.com).

Jason and Lori, you are such a great couple and I wish for you the very best as you share your lives together. Best always! Enjoy life!

Joey and Amber Wed at Little Switzerland

High atop the beautiful mountains of McDowell and Mitchell Counties (elev 3800 feet), Joey and Amber shared their wedding vows in front of a wonderful group of family and friends at the Switzerland Inn. The Switzerland Inn (www.switzerlandinn.com) is located in Little Switzerland - approximately 20 miles north of Marion, North Carolina. The location was breath taking.....and so was the wedding couple! I really enjoyed getting to know Joey and Amber and it was so much fun to be a part of their wedding celebration. As a part of their ceremony, they presented a beautiful single rose to their mothers. The wedding music was provided by Beth Magill and her son, Andrew (www.magills.net). The music was fabulous. The entire event was captured through stunning photos through the photography talent of Angela Stott and her fiance, David (www.angelastott.com). I was honored to be a part of this wedding! Joey and Amber - you are amazing! Best to you in every way as you journey through life together! Enjoy life!

Myron and Brittany Wed at Myrtle Beach

Beach wedding are so much fun! I had the opporunity to be able to travel down to Myrtle Beach and be a part of Myron and Brittany's wedding - and it was so much fun! The Sea Watch Resort (www.seawatchresort.com) was the perfect setting for the wedding weekend! The amenities of the sea Watch were great! Darlene Munn of Timeless Memories, Inc. (www.timelessmemoriesinc.com) was a great help and was a fabulous photographer.

Myron and Brittany both work for the Grove Park Inn in Asheville, North Carolina - but they knew that the beach was the place for them! A large group of family and close friends spent several days together - enjoying the sun and surf. Brittany's family has always held a very special place in my life as I was their pastor in Asheville for a number of years. Myron and Brittany - thank you so much for asking me to be a part of your beach wedding! I enjoyed being with you and your families! May you be blessed in countless ways as you share your lives together. Enjoy life!

Dan and Rachel Wed at Biltmore Estate

The Deerpark on the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina was the setting for Dan and Rachel's wedding. Having conducted many ceremonies at the Deerpark through the years, I am always amazed at the creativity and the imtimacy of this special place. Nicole Riley of Verge Events (www.vergeevents.net) in Asheville was the master designer of Dan and Rachel's wedding. She is amazing in her creativity and is such a delight to work with. The beautiful wedding music was provided by Allegro Music - a stringed quartet of amazing musicians (www.allegromusicevents.com). One of the blessings of being a part of Dan and Rachel's wedding was being able to share officiant duties with a lifelong friend of Dan's family -- Willis Foster. What a great blessing it was to be a part of Dan and Rachel's wedding! I really enjoyed getting to know you, Dan and Rachel, and I wish you every blessing as you share the journey of life together! Enjoy life!

Kevin and Charity Wed at High Vista

The beautiful panoramic and spectacular view of the High Vista Country Club in Arden, North Carolina was the perfect setting for Kevin and Charity's wedding. Surrounded by a great group of friends and family, the happy couple shared their wedding vows in a very special ceremony. Kevin and Charity live in Florida. I had the blessing of being the pastor to Kevin, his sister Kendra, and his mom Kathy, while at Beverly Hills Church in Asheville. It was a great opportunity to share with them. The beautiful wedding event was coordinated by Jennifer King of Verge Events in Asheville (www.veregeevents.net). She is always a delight to work with and always makes sure that every detail is covered. This was my first wedding at High Vista. I found the staff there to be excellent in their effort to make sure that Kevin and Charity were pampered and cared for in a very special manner. Kevin and Charity, I was blessed to be a part of your wedding! May every joy be yours as you share life together in the years ahead. Enjoy life!

Jason and Maren Marry at Grove Park Inn

The majestic Grove Park Inn in Asheville, North Carolina was the ideal setting for Jason and Maren's wedding. Residing in California, Jason and Maren traveled across the country to celebrate their love and to share their vows. Jason is a project manager specializing in solar energy. Maren recently received her doctorate in clinical psychology. A wonderful group of family and friends from literally across the United States witnessed the intimate wedding on a beautiful June afternoon. Gwenn Ford, owner of Wedding Inspirations (www.weddinginsp.com) in Asheville was fabulous! It is always such a wonderful time to work with Gwenn and her amazing staff! The beautiful wedding music was provided by a classical trio led by Donna Germano (www.classictouchmusic.net). Donna's music is always a blessing and adds so much to the celebration. As if the Grove Park Inn needed any additional beauty, the floral decoration provided by the Flower Gallery (www.flowergalleryasheville.com) were simply stunning. And the staff of the Grove Park Inn (www.groveparkinn.com) made sure that every detail was coordinated and that Jason, Maren, their bridal party and guests were treated with elegance and style. Even though Jason and Maren reside on the west coast, it was a joy to get to know then through phone calls and email. Jason and Maren, you make a great couple and it was a blessing to be a part of your wedding celebration. May you be blessed in countless ways as you share your journey together. Enjoy life!

Cory and Ann Marie Wed at Crest Mountain

The beautiful Crest Mountain in Asheville, North Carolina was the perfect setting for Cory and Ann Marie's wedding! Having met while students at UNC-Charlotte, Cory and Ann Marie now make their home in Asheville where Cory operates his own business and Ann Marie is a Operating Nurse at a local hospital. They are an amazing couple! The wedding at Crest Mountain (www.m7eventsolutions.com) was coordinated perfectly by LaZendra Bassard. The music for the ceremony was performed by violinist Scott Hohenwarter. It was a very special celebration of the love that Cory and Ann Marie have found for each other. I really enjoyed being a part of the celebration. Cory and Ann Marie, you are a fantastic couple and you are a blessing to know! May every joy be yours as you share your life together! Best to you in everyway! Enjoy life!

Stephen and Wendy Wed at Deerpark on Biltmore Estate

Several months ago, I had the opportunity to meet a wonderful couple at StudioWed. It was very apparent from our initial meeting that the wedding of Stephen and Wendy would be one that I would really enjoy. Stephen is a graduate of Wake Forest University and is an 8th grade Social Studies teacher. Wendy is a graduate of Emmerson College in Boston, MA and she is an award winning morning news anchor for a TV station in Mississippi. The gorgeous wedding event was held at the Deerpark on the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina. It was coordinated masterfully by Jennifer King (www.vergeevents.net). Michael Juliano (www.momentsbymichael.com) once again performed his photograhic magic in capturing the entire wedding and reception. Blossoms at Biltmore Park (www.blossomsatbiltmorepark.com) showed their amazing creativity in providing stunning floral creations - both for the wedding and reception. And, needless to say, the catering staff and employees at the Deerpart, Biltmore Estate, were fabulous. Stephen and Wendy, I certainly enjoyed working with you in creating the wedding ceremony that truly reflected your love and commitment. May you life be blessed in countless ways! Enjoy life!

Chris and Amanda Wed in Downtown Asheville

On Broadway in downtown Asheville was the setting for Chris and Amanda's wedding. The intimate gathering of family and close friends provided a great atmosphere. Shay Brown (Shay Brown Events) did an amazing job in assuring that every detail for the wedding and the reception were addressed. Chris and Amanda live in the Asheville area. They had their wedding photos taken throughout the downtown area. I enjoyed getting to know Chris and Amanda - they are a great couple and really know how to live life! It was a really fun and enjoyable wedding celebration. Chris and Amanda - best to you as you share your lives together! Enjoy life!

Josh and Amber Wed at River Bend Barn

What an amazing couple! Josh and Amber were amazing! They dated throughout high school and then went their seperate ways for a few years. Their love continued to draw them to each other - and they knew that after nine years - it was time to tie the knot! A wonderful collage of family and friends, many of them from the Atlanta area, surrounded Josh and Amber at the rustic and beautiful River Bend Barn on the grounds of the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina. Tamara Heston of Belle Soiree Events (www.bellesoiree.com) did a fabulous job in directing and coordinating the wedding. The bridal party included eight bridesmaids, eight ushers, and a flower girl. They all looked absolutely fabulous! The beautiful wedding music was provided by a string trio, A Touch of Rose (www.classicalviolin.com). From the very beginning of the wedding, Josh and Amber were SO excited! They shared their vows with so much emotion. As I pronounced them to be husband and wife, the crowd erupted with applause in a salute to this wonderful couple. Josh and Amber - I was so honored to be a part of your wedding and I truly wish you blessings beyond your dreams as you share your life together! Best to you always! Enjoy life!

Chad and Amy Wed in Hendersonville

One of the things that I truly enjoy in being a part of amazing wedding celebrations is having the opportunity to get to know the bride and groom. Sometimes, no introductions are necessary! I have had the blessing of knowing Amy and her family since I was their pastor in Asheville, North Carolina. They have always held a very special place in my heart and it was a great blessing to be asked by Amy and Chad to be the officiant for their wedding. Amy works with In Home Health Care and Chad works at the BMW plant in South Carolina. They reside in Hendersonville. Their beautiful wedding took place at The Cedars in Hendersonville, North Carolina. It was a pleasure to be a part of their ceremony! Amy and Chad, may you be blessed in countless ways as you share life together. I will treasure your friendship and look forward to seeing how God blesses your relationship! Enjoy life!

Matt and Kelly Wed at Rumbling Bald Resort

Even a spring thunderstorm could not dampen the wonderful wedding celebration of Matt and Kelly at the beautiful Rumbling Bald Resort on Lake Lure. A wonderful group of friends and family witnessed the vows between the bridal couple. Paul and Jessica met through eHarmony - and they were such a joy to get to know. Their love for each other was so very real and they truly compliment each other in every way. Matt is involved with computers and information technology. Kelly is a pediatric nurse. They will make their home in the central part of North Carolina. The staff at Rumbling Bald were fabulous! It is the perfect setting for a wedding and the staff catered to the needs of every guest. Dylan Skidmore of Blazin Sounds Entertainment provided the music for the wedding and the reception. Dylan is one of the most gifted and dedicated DJ's that I know. He always gives his very best to the couple - and this wedding was no different. Matt and Kelly wrote their own vows --- and after they shared them, those gathered applauded! It was a very special moment and one that I will treasure for a long time. I was honored to be a part of this incredible wedding. Matt and Kelly, may life bless you in countless ways. Best to you always! Enjoy life!

Paul and Jessica Wed at Biltmore Estate

The majestic Inn on Biltmore Estate was the setting for Paul and Jessica's wedding! The day was absolutely beautiful and the staff at the Inn once again provided a splendid, magical environment for the bridal couple and guests. Paul and Jessica are from Gainesville, Florida. A wonderful group of friends made the trip and all helped in wishing the new couple all the best in their lives together. Regina Holder was the photographer for the event. Paul and Jessica, it was a pleasure to work with you and an honor to be a part of your wonderful wedding celebration! May every joy be yours in your journey together! Enjoy life!

DG and Robyn Say I Do at Lioncrest

The majestic Lioncrest on the grounds of the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina was the setting of DG and Robyn's wedding. It was a beautiful ceremony. The excellent music was provided by Mr. Ken Swinton, a Scottish bagpiper (www.scottishsound.com). John Fowlkes, a friend of the couple, read a special selection from The Prophet by Kahlil Gilbran. And a wonderful group of friends and family surrounded the couple with well wishes and affirmations. Kelly Wragg and the wonderful staff at the Lioncrest did a terrific job in providing the quality service that makes Biltmore Estate the special place that it is. I really enjoyed getting to know DG and Robyn! They are a great couple and I know that their lives are going to be blessed as they share their journey as husband and wife. DG and Robyn, may the joy of today guide you in your life together. I was thrilled to be a part of your special day! Best to you both! Enjoy life!

Ben and Dee Wed at Biltmore Winery

The Champagne Cellar at the Winery on the Biltmore Estate was the very romantic setting for the wedding of Ben and Dee. A group consisting of their family and closest friends surrounded the great couple. As a part of the ceremony, a special medallion was presented to Karmen (Dee's 8 year old daughter) by her stepfather, Ben. The Whites are from Tennessee. Following the wedding ceremony, the wedding guests were treated to a tour of the Winery - quite an impressive operation at the Biltmore Estate. The amazing staff of the Winery at Biltmore Estate did a super job of taking care of every detail. And on a final note - at the conclusion of their ceremony, Ben and Dee exited to the Star Wars Theme! Awesome! Ben and Dee - you are a wonderful couple and I was honored to be a part of your wedding celebration. May you be blessed in countless ways as you share your lives together (and may the Force be with you)! Enjoy life!

Robert and Susan Wed at Crest Mountain

The view was absolutely spectacular! With a view that stretched for miles, Robert and Susan said their wedding vows before a gathering of family and friends atop Crest Mountain near Asheville, North Carolina. The wedding brought family together from as far away as Mexico and as near as Georgia. Robert amd Susan met at the University of Arkansas-Monticello about five years ago. Their love for the outdoors led to their discovery that they indeed had a lot in common. Robert is a forester and Susan is a wildlife biologist! Needless to say, they have the perfect marriage! The staff of M7 Solutions (Crest Center) did an amazing job in coordinating and directing the event. The beautiful wedding music was provided by Cafe String Quartet (Trio Ensemble). The ceremony was a perfect reflection of the love that Robert and Susan have for each other. As a part of their ceremony, they chose to create a lasting reminder of their wedding day through a Sand Ceremony. Both sets of parents took turns pouring two different colors of sand into a beautiful etched glass container. This "foundation sand" represented the foundation that Robert and Susan brought to their wedding day. Then, Robert and Susan poured two additional colors of sand into the container - the sand representing their seperate lives prior to their wedding day. The filled container will always be a reminder of their wedding day and will also symbolize their lives together - which, like the grains of sand, can never be seperated again. Robert and Susan, I was honored to be a part of your day. You are a wonderful couple and I truly wish you a blessed journey together! Enjoy life!

Eric and Lauren Marry at Homewood

Having attended the same high school and sharing a lot of life together, Eric and Lauren tied the knot in front of 150 of their friends and family at the beautiful Homewood in Asheville, North Carolina. Eric, an accountant, and Lauren, an attorney, are a great couple! Jennifer King of Verge Events in Asheville was the wedding coordinator extraordinaire. She always does a great job in keeping the wedding couple calm by taking care of all the details. Monroe Moore and the staff at Homewood were great as always. The beautiful wedding music was provided by Allegro. Eric and Lauren - I had a blast getting to know you and I was honored to be a part of your beautiful wedding. May every joy be yours as you share life together. Enjoy life!

JJ and Donna Marry at Pisgah View Ranch

A wonderful afternoon in April greeted JJ and Donna as they shared their wedding vows in front of a large gathering of family and friends at Pisgah View Ranch in Candler, North Carolina. The wedding venue was decorated beautifully and provided the perfect setting for the nuptials. JJ is employed with a local moving company and Donna works for MAHEC in Asheville. They have two daughters, Kelsi and Skylar and as a part of their ceremony, JJ and Donna presented beautiful bracelets to them. The wedding and reception music was provided by Mike and Sherry Ball (Party Time Entertainment). And the festivities were captured through the photography of Mandy Baker. JJ and Donna, it was a pleasure to meet you and an honor to be a part of your wedding day! Best to you and your family always! Enjoy life!

Eric and Valerie Wed at Biltmore Estate

Surrounded by the absolute stunning beauty of the flowers in full bloom on the grounds of the Biltmore Estate, Eric and Valerie shared their wedding vows before a small, intimate group of family and close friends. The Butterfly Gardens at the Conservatory was the perfect setting for their wedding. The staff of the Biltmore Estate once again provided excellent service for the wedding couple as well as their guests. Even a brief spring rain shower didn't spoil the festive event. From the moment that the horse drawn carriage arrived with Valerie and her mother - to the celebration of the happy couple being wisked by the same horse drawn carriage....complete with champagne, the wedding was a great celebration of the love that Eric and Valerie have found for each other. Eric and Valerie, it was a pleasure and honor to be a part of your special day. May you be blessed in your lives together! Enjoy life!

Chris and Hannah Wed at Fields of Blackberry Cove

One of the blessings of being able to be a part of wonderful wedding celebration is being able to work with some very talented wedding vendors. Chris Coloson, aka "Mr. C", is a professional DJ and has performed his magic at several weddings that I have been able to share in. We are part of an amazing wedding team in Asheville known as StudioWed (www.studiowed.net). Today was his day to be the groom! Chris and Hannah were wed in a small, intimate ceremony at the Fields of Blackberry Cove - located near Weaverville, North Carolina. Hannah is from New Zealand and has a wonderful accent! Her father and sister accompained her. It was a very special time for Chris and Hannah - as well as Denham and Tara (Chris' children). What a great family! Chris and Hannah - you make a great couple and I was honored to be a part of your celebration! May every blessing be yours as you share the journey together! Enjoy life!

Larry and Leigha Wed at Balsam

A spectacular spring afternoon provided the perfect setting for the wedding of Larry and Leigha. The beautiful wedding was held at a private home. A gathering of family and close friends witnessed the vows that were shared. Leigha and Larry are natives of Haywood County. They have been together for nearly two years. Their wedding date was moved forward due to Larry receiving orders from the military that he will be deploying soon. Larry and Leigha, may every joy and blessing be yours as you share your life together! It was great meeting you. And thank you for the sacrifices that you make through your service to our country as a military family. Enjoy life!

Matthew and Mary Wed at Biltmore Estate

Even springtime showers provided a peaceful backdrop to the wedding of Matthew and Mary at the Inn on Biltmore Estate. The couple from Simpsonville, South Carolina have been met online a little over six years ago and have been engaged for the past three years. Matthew works for General Electric and Mary is employed with Bausch & Lomb. The staff of the Inn on Biltmore Estate were superb. Lyle Stover was the wedding coordinator for the Biltmore Estate. The photographer for the wedding was Hollie Kussmaul from Greenville, South Carolina.

Matthew and Mary, you make a wonderful couple and it was an honor to be a part of your beautiful and intimate wedding ceremony! Best to you in your journey together! Enjoy life!

Brad and Tana Married in Asheville

The beautiful sanctuary of the First Congregational Church in Asheville, North Carolina provided the perfect setting for the wedding of Brad and Tana! Brad is a medical evacuation pilot for Hawaii Air Ambulance (for critically ill patients to be flown to the main hospital in Honolulu from the outer isalnds). Tana is a wonderful veterinarian (with 2 dogs and a cat!). Surrounded by wonderful friends and family from literally all over the United States, Brad and Tana shared in a beautiful ceremony that reflected their love for each other and their deep faith. They truly know that God brought them together. Tana writes, "we are blessed that God answered our prayers - to give us our perfect mate." Shay Brown (Shay Brown Events)did an outstanding job as the wedding planner/director. The beautiful wedding music was provide by Allegro Music. Kelly Gizentanner was the wedding photographer. And Brad and Tana were the first couple to have their wedding reception at the new and incredibly beautiful Grand Bohemian Hotel in Biltmore Village. Brad and Tana - you guys are amazing and it was such a treat to get to know you! Best of everything as you share life together. Enjoy life!

Marc and Marlene Wed in Black Mountain

On a spectacular early April afternoon, Marc and Marlene shared their wedding vows in front of an intimate gathering of family and close friends. Marc and Marlene are from the Statesville, North Carolina area. The setting for their wedding was the Arbor House in Black Mountain. Dave and Carolyn Johnson, the owners and innkeepers of the Arbor House, made sure that every detail of the wedding was handled. They are such wonderful people and truly enjoy the weddings just as much as the bride and groom! The beautiful wedding was captured through the creative photography of Cori Anderson. Marc and Marlene - you are a wonderful couple and I wish you the very best in your journey together. Enjoy life!

Dewayne and Mena Wed in Mars Hill

Broyhill Chapel on the campus of Mars Hill College in Mars Hill, North Carolina provided the perfect setting for the wedding of Dewayne and Mena. The ceremony included a unity candle and special vows. The reception was a wonderful array of Korean cuisine and was provided by Mena's mother - a native of South Korea. It was a real blessing in getting to know Dewayne and Mena over these past several months. They truly compliment each other in every way. Dewayne and Mena live in beautiful Leicester - a really nice community approximately 15 miles outside of Asheville. Dewayne and Mena - best to you in your journey through life! You are a great couple! Enjoy life!

Buck and Tanya Wed at Monte Vista

On a beautiful March evening, Buck and Tanya shared their wedding vows before a gathering of wonderful friends and family at the Monte Vista Hotel in Black Mountain, North Carolina. Buck works at the Grove Park Inn Golf Course and Tanya is an OR nurse at Mission Hospital. Spend just a few minutes with this amazing couple and you will find yourself blessed. They make a great couple and they truly know how to enjoy life! It was a pleasure to be a part of their special wedding celebration. Buck and Tanya, may the very best of life be yours as you share life together! You are a blessing to know!

Carl and Trudy Wed in Asheville

On a spectacular February afternoon, Carl and Trudy shared their wedding vows in front of a wonderful group of family and close friends. Carl and Trudy have been together for several years, but knew that the time had arrived for them to become husband and wife. I had the pleasure of listening to Carl and Trudy share their vows to each other - - and they both shared tears of joy as they promised their love to each other. What a joy and blessing to be able to be with people on the best day of their lives as they pledge their love for each other. I love my job! Carl and Trudy live just a few houses down from me. They are great neighbors! Spend just a little bit of time with them and you will know that they enjoy life and live it every day to its fullest. Carl and Trudy, may every joy be yours as you share your incredible journey together. All the best! Enjoy life!!