| ~ Testimonials and Letters of Thanks ~ |
| Dear April, Thank you, thank you, thank you, for sharing this experience with us. Your guidance and kindness, as your ability to understand (some how intuitively) what we were all about, has been amazing. Your words are beautiful, and your willingness to help us make our day as we imagined it, is more than we could have asked for. You have helped to make this day truly perfect for us and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Peace and Love, Your Friends, Kris and Patrick |
Dear April,
We never thought we would find someone who could create such a beautiful and
meaningful marriage ceremony until we found you. You truly listened to us and
found a way to express our thoughts so elegantly. We have felt comfortable with
you through the entire process. Thank you for being a part of our day.
Love, Robin and Walter.
We never thought we would find someone who could create such a beautiful and
meaningful marriage ceremony until we found you. You truly listened to us and
found a way to express our thoughts so elegantly. We have felt comfortable with
you through the entire process. Thank you for being a part of our day.
Love, Robin and Walter.
Dear April,
Words cannot begin to express how very happy we were with the ceremony. We
felt your words truly expressed who we are as a couple We absolutely loved it.
Thank you for your ideas, support, kindness and patience. You were wonderful.
All the time and effort you put into our ceremony reflected the love you have for
your job. We consider ourselves very lucky to have found you. Thanks again for
everything!
Love Natasha and Dylan
Words cannot begin to express how very happy we were with the ceremony. We
felt your words truly expressed who we are as a couple We absolutely loved it.
Thank you for your ideas, support, kindness and patience. You were wonderful.
All the time and effort you put into our ceremony reflected the love you have for
your job. We consider ourselves very lucky to have found you. Thanks again for
everything!
Love Natasha and Dylan
Dear Pastor April,
Thank You so very much for the beautiful wedding service that you did for my
daughter. It was heartwarming. As you know my initial thoughts were skepticism
and concern over the context of the ceremony. You see no one in our family had
ever been married outside of the church before. You removed my doubts from
the beginning. The entire ceremony was beautiful. The guests were very
impressed and pleased. One guest said that she wished every girl could have this
wedding- "not the money spent or the place, but the feeling of everyone here
together." I was very touched before the comment and realized that part of it was
Bethany -she has always been a people person- and a large part was you. You set
the tone for the whole affair. You made us all remember our connections to one
another - the beginning of our own new lives (so many years ago) and of how
very special it really is to share in a wedding. I thank you from the bottom of my
heart!
May God bless you always,
Sincerely, Elizabeth Cooke
Thank You so very much for the beautiful wedding service that you did for my
daughter. It was heartwarming. As you know my initial thoughts were skepticism
and concern over the context of the ceremony. You see no one in our family had
ever been married outside of the church before. You removed my doubts from
the beginning. The entire ceremony was beautiful. The guests were very
impressed and pleased. One guest said that she wished every girl could have this
wedding- "not the money spent or the place, but the feeling of everyone here
together." I was very touched before the comment and realized that part of it was
Bethany -she has always been a people person- and a large part was you. You set
the tone for the whole affair. You made us all remember our connections to one
another - the beginning of our own new lives (so many years ago) and of how
very special it really is to share in a wedding. I thank you from the bottom of my
heart!
May God bless you always,
Sincerely, Elizabeth Cooke
Dear Pastor April,
How do we begin to say thank you. We spoke with numerous other officiants
before choosing you, and there is no doubt in our minds that we made the right
choice. The questions that you asked us made us think and speak of so many
hugely important things, that we were just running right past. Your
thoughtfulness and kindness was imparted to not only us but our families. The
ceremony was perfect! We laughed together, we cried tears of joy together, and
you have given us more than we ever knew we could have gotten from a
wedding ceremony.
Again our sincerest Thank-you
Jerry and Linda Berkowski
How do we begin to say thank you. We spoke with numerous other officiants
before choosing you, and there is no doubt in our minds that we made the right
choice. The questions that you asked us made us think and speak of so many
hugely important things, that we were just running right past. Your
thoughtfulness and kindness was imparted to not only us but our families. The
ceremony was perfect! We laughed together, we cried tears of joy together, and
you have given us more than we ever knew we could have gotten from a
wedding ceremony.
Again our sincerest Thank-you
Jerry and Linda Berkowski
Dear Pastor April,
Thank you so much for EVERYTHING. I expected to hate the meeting process
and you made me comfortable right away. You seemed to know what I was
trying to say even though the guy thing kept it from coming out right. The
ceremony was awesome! I had never been to one that didn't sound like blah,
blah, blah, Do you? Do you? But ours was great! Everyone was listening and
actually enjoyed everything that you said. I think because it was more like us
talking through you and they could hear that. Thanks again. YOU ROCK!
All the Best,
Joe and Kim Keller
Thank you so much for EVERYTHING. I expected to hate the meeting process
and you made me comfortable right away. You seemed to know what I was
trying to say even though the guy thing kept it from coming out right. The
ceremony was awesome! I had never been to one that didn't sound like blah,
blah, blah, Do you? Do you? But ours was great! Everyone was listening and
actually enjoyed everything that you said. I think because it was more like us
talking through you and they could hear that. Thanks again. YOU ROCK!
All the Best,
Joe and Kim Keller
Dear April,
Greetings from Santorini! Everyone loved the ceremony. It was the best I've
ever seen and I just can't believe it was ours!!! If you ever need ANYTHING
from us we will be more than happy to do it!! Thank you for an amazing day!!
Love, Mike V and Shelly V
Greetings from Santorini! Everyone loved the ceremony. It was the best I've
ever seen and I just can't believe it was ours!!! If you ever need ANYTHING
from us we will be more than happy to do it!! Thank you for an amazing day!!
Love, Mike V and Shelly V
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Dear Pastor April,
Thank you for all of your effort, all of your guidance, and all of your patience.
We took great care in choosing our officiant because we believe a part of that
person would stay with us through the years. We are greatful that it is you who
has become a part of our lives in this way. And we agree that we could not have
made a better choice. Everyone was touched by the ceremony. Thank you again
for everything you have done for us and for just being you.
Yours in Faith
Katherine and James Provost
Thank you for all of your effort, all of your guidance, and all of your patience.
We took great care in choosing our officiant because we believe a part of that
person would stay with us through the years. We are greatful that it is you who
has become a part of our lives in this way. And we agree that we could not have
made a better choice. Everyone was touched by the ceremony. Thank you again
for everything you have done for us and for just being you.
Yours in Faith
Katherine and James Provost
Dear April,
A thousand thank-you's for a perfect wedding ceremony. Both of our families,
and our guests are still talking about how beautiful it was. You took our thoughts
and presented them exquisitly. The ceremony would not have been the same
without you. Everyone said that it was truly magickal, and it was. I can't tell you
how wonderful I felt then and still do. Thank you for everything. We hope to see
you again soon!
Love Gene and Alison
A thousand thank-you's for a perfect wedding ceremony. Both of our families,
and our guests are still talking about how beautiful it was. You took our thoughts
and presented them exquisitly. The ceremony would not have been the same
without you. Everyone said that it was truly magickal, and it was. I can't tell you
how wonderful I felt then and still do. Thank you for everything. We hope to see
you again soon!
Love Gene and Alison
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Dear April,
Thank you so much for being our
minister at the wedding, and for
all your help with writing the
service. It really was lovely. If
you ever have any other UK
couples getting married who want
to email anyone who's been
through the overseas planning
don't hesitate to give them our
email. You were wonderful!
Love, Victoria and Richard
Thank you so much for being our
minister at the wedding, and for
all your help with writing the
service. It really was lovely. If
you ever have any other UK
couples getting married who want
to email anyone who's been
through the overseas planning
don't hesitate to give them our
email. You were wonderful!
Love, Victoria and Richard
Dear April,
How can we put into words the
gift you have given us? Thank
you so much for finding the
words to our love. Our wedding
was a reflection of our faith and
love for each other. Thank you
for all you have done and given
us.
Love Dawn and Angel
How can we put into words the
gift you have given us? Thank
you so much for finding the
words to our love. Our wedding
was a reflection of our faith and
love for each other. Thank you
for all you have done and given
us.
Love Dawn and Angel
Dearest Pastor April,
Brian & I would like to thank you for your beautiful ceremony. i appreciate all
your input and devotion to making our day a little easier for us and taking the
time to assure me everything was going to be just fine. With all the hoopla going
on, at some point I wasn't sure everything was under control, but I knew I didn't
have to worry about you and you came through just as I thought. It meant a great
deal to us to know you were there for us. I can't thank you enough. It has been
hectic but we will be leaving on Sunday for Aruba and then we can reflect. I am
so looking forward to it. Putting the wedding together in 6 weeks has taken it's
toll. Thank you again for making our day special and I will certainly recommend
you if the opportunity ever arises.
Fondly, Lois
Brian & I would like to thank you for your beautiful ceremony. i appreciate all
your input and devotion to making our day a little easier for us and taking the
time to assure me everything was going to be just fine. With all the hoopla going
on, at some point I wasn't sure everything was under control, but I knew I didn't
have to worry about you and you came through just as I thought. It meant a great
deal to us to know you were there for us. I can't thank you enough. It has been
hectic but we will be leaving on Sunday for Aruba and then we can reflect. I am
so looking forward to it. Putting the wedding together in 6 weeks has taken it's
toll. Thank you again for making our day special and I will certainly recommend
you if the opportunity ever arises.
Fondly, Lois
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Hi April,
We just wanted to drop you a
note to say THANK YOU so
very much for our beautiful
ceremony yesterday!! So many
of our family and friends told us
that it was the most unique,
moving and beautiful wedding
ceremony they had ever seen.
Everyone had so much praise
for you and a few even said that
your words and your smile
brightened up the room :)
Thank you again for making our
day so special and so beautiful!!
Love,
Donna and Russ
We just wanted to drop you a
note to say THANK YOU so
very much for our beautiful
ceremony yesterday!! So many
of our family and friends told us
that it was the most unique,
moving and beautiful wedding
ceremony they had ever seen.
Everyone had so much praise
for you and a few even said that
your words and your smile
brightened up the room :)
Thank you again for making our
day so special and so beautiful!!
Love,
Donna and Russ
April-
Thank you for such a beautiful wedding ceremony. You gave us moments
that we will remember forever. Hearing your voice and your words meant so
much as we stood there before all of those people to take our vows. I can’t
tell you how many people commented on how different the ceremony was
and how wonderful it made them feel. It was different, it was unique, it was
OURS, and you made that possible. We cannot thank you enough. Now I
have a formal Thank You note and I don’t know where to send it…Let me
know, thank you again,
Annie and Mike
The Old Field Club
April,
Linda and I want to thank you first and foremost for helping to make our day so
special. Our family and friends all commented on how the ceremony was the
most beautiful and inspirational they had ever attended and several
couples told us it was the kind of ceremony they wished they had done when
they married. Your words and guidance helped make that happen and we are
forever in your debt for the beautiful memory we share of our wedding. What an
incredible gift you have, to transform what two people feel in their hearts and
communicate that to others.
With heartfelt thanks,
Linda and Mark
Dear Marie April,
I just found some moments to thank you... We had a beautiful time which I
didn't want to finish... I wish we could stay more on the Lighthouse, listening to
your beautiful words about the relationship and love, and our future... I wish you
could be with us the next day during the dinner.
I want to tell you that your presence was very warm and friendly. You also
reminded me a friend of mine from Greece, and it was like she was here with us.
It's very interesting some times how people around us look familiar.
Thank you for walking all the way up and gave us such beautiful memories. I
wish you will give such moments to every couple you meet.
Thank you very much,
Makaria - Thomas
Thank you for such a beautiful wedding ceremony. You gave us moments
that we will remember forever. Hearing your voice and your words meant so
much as we stood there before all of those people to take our vows. I can’t
tell you how many people commented on how different the ceremony was
and how wonderful it made them feel. It was different, it was unique, it was
OURS, and you made that possible. We cannot thank you enough. Now I
have a formal Thank You note and I don’t know where to send it…Let me
know, thank you again,
Annie and Mike
The Old Field Club
April,
Linda and I want to thank you first and foremost for helping to make our day so
special. Our family and friends all commented on how the ceremony was the
most beautiful and inspirational they had ever attended and several
couples told us it was the kind of ceremony they wished they had done when
they married. Your words and guidance helped make that happen and we are
forever in your debt for the beautiful memory we share of our wedding. What an
incredible gift you have, to transform what two people feel in their hearts and
communicate that to others.
With heartfelt thanks,
Linda and Mark
Dear Marie April,
I just found some moments to thank you... We had a beautiful time which I
didn't want to finish... I wish we could stay more on the Lighthouse, listening to
your beautiful words about the relationship and love, and our future... I wish you
could be with us the next day during the dinner.
I want to tell you that your presence was very warm and friendly. You also
reminded me a friend of mine from Greece, and it was like she was here with us.
It's very interesting some times how people around us look familiar.
Thank you for walking all the way up and gave us such beautiful memories. I
wish you will give such moments to every couple you meet.
Thank you very much,
Makaria - Thomas
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Dear Pastor April,
We wanted to thank you for
the wonderful ceremony that
you conducted for our
wedding. It was so magical
and everyone is still raving
about it. It will be a day that
we will never forget. We
loved your poise and
gracefulness in handling the
ceremony. Thank you and
All the best,
Simone and Jameel
We wanted to thank you for
the wonderful ceremony that
you conducted for our
wedding. It was so magical
and everyone is still raving
about it. It will be a day that
we will never forget. We
loved your poise and
gracefulness in handling the
ceremony. Thank you and
All the best,
Simone and Jameel
Dear April,
Thank you so much for making
our wedding a wonderful and
special day. Everyone was so
touched by our ceremony, it was
exactly what we were hoping for.
Also, thank you for being so
flexible when the great wind
decided to blow in and we had to
change location at the last minute!
We will recommend you to
everyone we know!
Sincerely,
Jennie Barrese and Josh Carter
Thank you so much for making
our wedding a wonderful and
special day. Everyone was so
touched by our ceremony, it was
exactly what we were hoping for.
Also, thank you for being so
flexible when the great wind
decided to blow in and we had to
change location at the last minute!
We will recommend you to
everyone we know!
Sincerely,
Jennie Barrese and Josh Carter
Hi April,
We were totally thrilled
with the ceremony. We
have had so many, many
compliments about how
beautiful and meaningful
it was. "Thank you" just
seems so inadequate. I
hope I have the
opportunity to pass your
name along at some
point so others can be as
lucky as we were to
have you.
Love, Ginnie & Herb
We were totally thrilled
with the ceremony. We
have had so many, many
compliments about how
beautiful and meaningful
it was. "Thank you" just
seems so inadequate. I
hope I have the
opportunity to pass your
name along at some
point so others can be as
lucky as we were to
have you.
Love, Ginnie & Herb
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Hello April!
We just wanted to send a quick thank you for the wonderful ceremony Saturday.
Everyone loved it and it made even the most hardened boys cry!
Thank you so much!
Christi & Brett
We just wanted to send a quick thank you for the wonderful ceremony Saturday.
Everyone loved it and it made even the most hardened boys cry!
Thank you so much!
Christi & Brett
| Hi April - Kenny and I have just returned from our honeymoon, and just wanted to say Thank you again, you did an awesome, awesome job!! The ceremony was great. I had so many people come up to me throughout the night to compliment you...everyone really enjoyed it. If I come across any engaged couples...I will surely recommend you :) Thanks again!!! Rachel King Denston |
Hi April,
Thank you for performing the ceremony for us. We're both honored and thrilled
to have you officiating our marriage. What you did far exceeded our expectations,
especially given the short time frame you had. We couldn't have asked for more.
Thank you for sharing the excitement and joy of this special moment of ours.
Attached are some pictures for your memory of this crazy couple :)
John and Andie
Thank you for performing the ceremony for us. We're both honored and thrilled
to have you officiating our marriage. What you did far exceeded our expectations,
especially given the short time frame you had. We couldn't have asked for more.
Thank you for sharing the excitement and joy of this special moment of ours.
Attached are some pictures for your memory of this crazy couple :)
John and Andie
