Rain, Rain Go Away...

Alicia & Dean
June 13, 2009
Manor House at Commonwealth
Horsham, PA
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Despite a torrential downpour, Alicia and Dean's wedding at the Manor House at Commonwealth was fantastic.

The day began with Alicia and Dean's wedding ceremony. Originally slated to take place on the lush green grass of the golf course, it was moved indoors. I had the pleasure of spending some time before the ceremony with my good friend at Shaw Strings, Virginia Schawacker.

Virginia (affectionately known by everyone as "Mom") and her team had all learned to play some selections by U2, Verve, and Peter Gabriel for the ceremony. I must admit, nothing compares to hearing a live string performance of "Bitter Sweet Symphony".

Before Alicia and Dean's ceremony, I presented Alicia with a vial of rain water I collected as both a "good luck charm" and offered for her to save it for the day they would Christen their first child.

I remarked that while many people might say "rain on your wedding day is good luck", no one ever explains why. My feeling is that since rain is water and water is the the source of all life, rain might just be God's way of saying he is going to breathe new life into an already strong relationship. It seemed to put the weather in a whole new perspective for her and eventually, Dean.

By the time the dancing hours were winding down, it was clear that everyone in attendance was very happy and had the highest of hopes and expectations for an awesome couple.

Congratulations, Alicia and Dean!



Agenda

6:30-7:00 PM Ceremony

7:00-7:55 PM Cocktail Hour

8:00 PM Grand Entrance
Bridal Party: "Philadelphia Freedom" by Elton John
Bride & Groom: "Signed, Sealed, Delivered" by Stevie Wonder

8:05 PM First Dance
"You're My Home" by Billy Joel

8:10 PM Blessing & Toasts

8:15-9:35 PM Dinner

8:55 PM Cake Cutting
"Accidentally In Love" by Counting Crows

9:00 PM Bride & Father Dance
"Count On Me" by Jefferson Airplane

9:05 PM Groom & Mother Dance
"My Wish" by Rascal Flatts

9:40 PM-12:00 AM Open Dancing