I have no idea if I posted about this or not, but a few years ago I was reading on a Facebook page for local things going on. There was a plea from a gal who was getting married but had lost the venue they'd chosen. Just a series of confusion that led to bad things happening... and there they were. With nowhere to have their wedding.
Figuring I could do a really nice thing and ask if they'd like to be married on the farm. In writing to her, I explained that it had lovely grounds with a paved parking lot and a drive to the farm. A perfect place for a wedding, IF she thought it would suit. Oh, she was thrilled and within a few days, the couple had come over to see if it would work for them. It was to be a casual, relaxed country wedding- and yes, it would be perfect!
The day before the wedding, all of the decorations were delivered and they chose to use the barn for their reception- the food would all be set up there, along with drinks, etc. If it happened to rain, it could easily work fine inside my huge barn. The horses were a little amazed at it all and watched with interest. Percherons never mind when odd things going on at their 'house' - not in the least. Even the saddle horses were watching it all.
The day dawned a gorgeous sunny morning - not a cloud in sight. What a wonderful day for a country wedding!
Folks began arriving, the bride had got there a little early as she was going to change into her gown in the tack room. I brought my camera up as there didn't seem to be anyone with more than a phone. At least a few really nice shots would be great for them.
It went off without a hitch. They got married, and everything was fine. I got a few fun photos for them and left them all to enjoy the afternoon. What a wonderful day for me and the newlyweds. Sometimes things come along where one can change a disaster into a great celebration. That day, I was able to.
