As a wedding officiant who focuses on meaningful and customized wedding ceremonies, I spend a great deal of time writing reflections for couples. This is not necessarily a quick process. Often I need to be still to uncover the words or metaphors that will capture what I sense about two people and their relationship. It is in these moments of silence that a new "phrase" or concept will emerge that I have not explored before. This happened during the last few weeks and I have been exploring it ever since! The metaphor that came through me was: "Artisan's of Relationship". This felt quite powerful, for Artisans are "workers" who have a passion for their art...whether it be writing, weaving, painting, carpentry, engineering, etc. They apprentice, study, and acquire great skill at their craft as they learn to be masters, and in the process create works that support, enhance, enrich and nourish our lives. For those of us who have become artisans of our relationships, this is our sacred journey in life...to work, study and perfect our craft. It is an ever unfolding journey that heals our lives. The next inquiry for me: How do I live as an Artisan, and in what ways do I abandon my craft? Please share your thoughts!
A few months ago I have the pleasure of creating and officiating at Denise & Brian's wedding ceremony at Harrington Farms in Princeton, Mass. It was an early day in April, and we were all prepared for the likelihood of an indoor wedding. As the day approached, the days became unseasonably warm and clear, leading up, which was moved outdoors, was created to be light-hearted and meaningful. It began in laughter when Denise and her parents walked the wrong way and needed to re-enter using the aisle. Any nervousness faded away in this moment as we all experienced the joy that laughter brings. 