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When two souls choose to join as one in Holy Matrimony they come to The Radiant Touch. There are many ceremony styles and vows to choose from.
Non-denominational wedding officiant to solemnize your marriage is available days, evenings and weekends. Ceremonies vary from Short & Sweet, Spiritual or Formal Religious.
Through photography, all things will be remembered. Affordable photography services available. Receive all images on CD.
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This page was last updated: November 16, 2008
"When the vibes of one heart is what the other soul senses..... When the twinkle of ones eye is what shines in anothers.....when the tenderness of ones touch sets the other ablaze... you know it's the beginning of something beautiful! "
Weekly Inspiration
Bride-Zen rather than Bride-zilla
So what is Zen, and what does it have to do with being engaged? what it is: a way of thinking, being still and mindful of each second, breathing deeply, focusing. A Zen outlook can help calm you down when the seating plan or his mom is driving you nuts. Consider Zen your spiritual wedding planner. With Zen, you say to yourself: Right here, right now, everything is fine. Got it? Good. Hear that sound? It's you, breathing peacefully.
1. I will be mindful and reverential with all life
Consider kindness a way of being. It's an expression of your love and compassion for others, including the florist who's got three other weddings to contend with on the day you marry and the girlfriends who give up their lunch hours to help you hunt for place-card holders.
2. I will respect others’ property; I will not steal
Others' property includes their time and energy. Asking your friends to help you out with, say, making the favors, is okay; expecting them to be available 24/7 is not. Certainly, your buddies are happy for you, but remember that the wedding is your top priority, not theirs.
3. I will be conscious and loving in my sexual relationship
Sex is about intimacy and trust between two people. It's not about manipulation. (For example, seducing your fiancé to get what you want — the big-band orchestra, the deluxe photo package, the Aspen honeymoon).
4. I will honor honesty and truth; I will not deceive
Your beau wants a wedding at city hall; you've always dreamed of exchanging vows in a church. If you say, “Whatever you want, honey,” but resent it for all eternity, you're cheating both of you. Tell him what's in your heart. You may have to work out a compromise, but it will be an honest one.
5. I will exercise proper care of my mind and body; I will not overindulge in anything
It's all fun, fun, fun — showers, bachelorette parties — with lots of temptations (food, drink, cute bartenders). But if you want to fit into your dress, don't want a hangover, and most of all, want to be able to face yourself in the morning, employ some moderation.
6. I will remember that silence is precious; I will not gossip or engage in frivolous conversation
Even if one of your bridesmaids is behaving badly (refusing to show up for fittings, criticizing your decisions), don't talk about her behind her back. Try to find out what's really bothering her and work around her problem.
7. I will be humble; I will not praise myself and judge others
By getting married, you're becoming part of a big celebration and joining an even bigger family — his. Family members have faults, and even if you can't accept those flaws, accepting the family will make yours a better marriage.
8. I will be generous in the giving of wealth
As all those registry gifts begin to arrive, think of others less fortunate than you by donating your current housewares (coffeemaker, toaster) still in good condition to a thrift shop or charity. Check to see if your reception leftovers can be delivered to a food bank, the flowers to a hospice.
9. I will keep my mind calm and at peace and not give way to anger
Meditate on this: It's not all going to go perfectly. Know that on your wedding day you won't be able to control the weather, traffic delays, or your sister's mood swings. Fretting today won't fix a potential problem tomorrow. Let it go.
10. I will not lose sight of the truth
A wedding is a joyous occasion, but it's not just about having the party of a lifetime. Don't let the planning get in the way of the day's real purpose: to join your life with his.
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March 26, 2008
The Journey Of Commitment
Entering Into Commitment
Loving and committing to another person is a spiritual process whether that means a wedding or any other type of commitment ceremony. So often when we enter into a relationship we allow our emotions to lead us forward without thinking more deeply about what true commitment involves. If we can understand that sharing our lives with another person is not just based on love, but also on the hard work of being able to compromise and enter into a dialogue with them, then we are much more likely to find the key to having a successful relationship with our partners. So many people have not experienced a loving relationship between their own parents and therefore have no role model of what love should feel like or look like.
Many of us have been exposed to the idea that love should be romantic and sweep us off our feet. While this is a natural part of any relationship, the true test of our love comes from our willingness to explore this world with another person; to not only share in the delights that we encounter but also to negotiate the bumps in the road together. Generally this often takes the form of a mutual exchange of ideas, but, because any relationship is based on the needs and experiences of two people, we might also face a certain amount of misunderstanding. Learning to be open and receptive to our partners and to treat their wants and ideas with respect can help us to navigate even the most difficult situations. One way to do this is to take a deep breath, holding our partner in a space of love, allowing ourselves to listen fully with our hearts to what they have to say. Should this become difficult to do, we can also turn toward people whose relationships we admire for advice or guidance. Knowing that there are resources out there to help us and being up for exploring them with our partner will only serve to deepen and strengthen our relationship.
Entering into a committed relationship is in fact a spiritual journey that we undertake with another person. By being able to love and care for someone else with an open heart, we will find that we can reach a greater level of personal transformation, evolving along our path and learning powerful lessons about ourselves that we might not otherwise be able to do on our own.
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