A Truly Spiritual Ceremony of Marriage

"I would rather spend one lifetime with you  then face all the ages of this world alone." ~ In my mind, this couple are the embodiment of the love shared between Aragorn and Arwen.
Caitlin and Shima chose a beautiful spot at Moffat Headland that is sacred to them. With the blue sky above and the rolling ocean below, nestled in their sacred grove of Pandanus, we celebrated their marriage.
The ceremony, that we created together, was quite free-flowing, but contained elements that held special meaning for Shima and Caitlin - from the beginning set up with the lighting of the candle and the presentation of the sword, their personal songs to each other at the exchange of rings and the finale as Caitlin sang her own beautiful composition "Love's Legacy". 

Even with the wee pause in proceedings, as Simon and Rosemary made a quick dash to retrieve the beautiful Claddagh rings from on the coffee table in the unit, was used as a special moment to reflect on our beautiful surroundings and the significance of the ritual being enacted!

The significance of the Claddagh Rings reflects Caitlins Irish heritage:

The hands are there for friendship

The heart is there for love

For loyalty throughout the year,

The crown is raised above.