If you follow our blog, you know that we perform an average of 65 weddings and/or engagements each year. We see a lot of weddings! The ceremony is one of most meaningful events in an individual’s life and all too often couples get caught up in doing what others couples have done for their wedding day thinking that this is the way it “should” be. A wise teacher once told me to avoid the “woulda, coulda, shoulda” approach to life.
That’s why we enjoy seeing couples embrace their individuality and step “outside the 
box”. Lindsay and Jeff’s wedding showed great creativity starting with their venue. The Ford Piquette Avenue Plant is a museum and former factory located within the Milwaukee Junction area of Detroit. The unpainted walls, worn wooden floors and historic Ford vehicles makes it a unique and memorable venue to hold an event. Jeff and Lindsay’s ceremony was held on the 2nd floor and officiated by our friend, Roy Thomas. There were several readings including one recited by Josh and Stephanie and the beautiful poems, “These Are The Hands” and John Lennon’s poem “A Dream is Just a Dream” read by Roy.
The couples creativity extended to their music as well. We played “Kissing You” by Des’ree for the bridal party and Lindsay’s’ processional. The well known Beatles hit “Here Comes the Sun” was the couple’s recessional.
The reception was held on the third floor where the couple again made their personalities known in the decor and floral arrangements by Royalty Linens and Events and Slows BBQ for the dinner. Approaching life on their own terms, Jeff and Lindsay are sure to have a long and happy life together.
The Henry Ford , is a large indoor and outdoor history museum complex and a National Historic Landmark in the Detroit suburb of Dearborn, Michigan. One of America’s greatest museums, one portion is The Museum of Modern Innovation which allows guests to experience the strides of America’s greatest minds while fully immersing you in their stories. The complex has many architecturally beautiful places for wedding ceremonies and a staff of wedding coordinators that are experienced and efficient. We had the assistance of Cindy and Gary for this wedding and appreciated their knowledge and assistance.
words and family members Cindy Wills and Susan Stahly clearly have special gift! We were so honored to be a part of Jenny and Sam’s wedding day and wish them the very best and they grow together as husband and wife.
Anthony and Abbie had a gorgeous autumn day for their wedding! St. Cyril and Methodius Slovak Church is a Catholic Parish located on Ryan Road in Sterling Heights. Fr. Libor Marek officiated the ceremony which was enhanced by the beautiful voices of Joe Long, church music director and organist, and Ashley Rozanski, a member of the bridal party. Ashley sang a beautiful rendition of Ave Maria and a duet with Mr. Long during the communion. They both gave a beautiful performances that heightened the spiritual beauty of Abbie and Anthony’s ceremony. It was an honor to be a part of their wedding day. Best wishes Anthony and Abbie!
It was a beautiful autumn day for the wedding of Alexandra and Michael. The bright sun lit up the stained glass windows of Holy Name Catholic Church in Birmingham. Andrea Solomon Wedding and Event Planner was on site to orchestrate the event which included Petey’s Donuts Truck from Brooklyn Michigan in the parking lot after the service to provide apple cider and donuts for the guests. Church music director Brandon Gauvin and venue wedding coordinator, Kim, provided awesome support with cues. Brandon sang the gorgeous Ave Maria during the ceremony. It’s always a pleasure to meet new friends in our business and we greatly enjoyed working with him.
Congratulations to Nick and Dee on their wedding celebration this past weekend. The Crystal Ballroom of the Masonic Temple in downtown Detroit was beautifully decorated. The couple was married earlier this year but chose to celebrate their nuptials with a cocktail hour and brunch for family and friends. Dee wore a beautiful floor length gown with a small train that conveyed the importance of the event while still maintaining a relaxed feeling for the day. With such a beautiful venue at hand, we witnessed many families making use of the beautiful setting for family and group photos.
Congratulations to Edward and Melissa on their wedding at Frutig Farms in Ann Arbor. This was a family affair from start to finish as Edward is the son of Kelly and Ed, Frutig Farms owners. Barn weddings have become very popular in the last ten years. They offer clients a unique blend of history with the space for large wedding parties. The open simplicity provides clients with a blank slate for implementing their own design ideas. Recently awarded the 2016 Best Venue for Large Weddings in Ann Arbor, Frutig Farms is a beautiful outdoor venue six miles from downtown Ann Arbor. The site overlooks a gorgeous pond set against natural wetlands and rolling fields. Uniquely restored historic buildings sit amongst beautiful perennial gardens. The couple chose to have their ceremony in one of the two barns known as The Valley and Edwards’s father acted as the officiant. It must have been an honor and delight for him to lead the couple through their vows to the pronouncement of husband and wife. Barb Thayer was the coordinator and directed the day beautifully. We sat up in the loft and had an excellent view of the proceedings. The couple chose all classical music for their ceremony including the Purcell Trumpet Voluntary for Melissa’s processional.
Congratulations to Kelsey and Brad on their wedding at the Michigan League. Their ceremony had so many unique qualities that are worth mentioning. William and Connor Flynt, brothers of the bride, officiated the ceremony. Their mother shared with me that Kelsey and both her brothers were ministers. In fact, Kelsey had officiated her brothers wedding and now the places were reversed. As one would expect with brothers officiating, there were a few childhood stories about cars and crashes that brought laughter into the day.
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