He’ll say, “Are you married?…

Are you planning to get engaged this Christmas? It is a romantic thing to do, and many couples choose to pop the question in the midst of the tinsel and mistletoe. You might choose a quiet, magic moment when the hubbub dies down and the two of you are enjoying an...

A Bicycle Built for Two…

Brett and Terra were married on the windy shore of Lake Huron. Their tandem bicycle leaned against a nearby tree. Brett owns the bicycle shop in Southampton. It was natural to write a love story that highlighted the bike they would ride following the ceremony. The...

“I think I wanna marry you”…

Valentine’s Day 2012 greeted lovers with bright sun and blue skies. A light breeze rustled perfectly coiffed hair and lifted bits of lace on white dresses. Thirty men adjusted ties and thirty women applied that last little touch of lipstick. Today was their wedding...

Songs of snow and lace….

Have you noticed that many songwriters sing about weddings? Today as I watched the swirling snow I was reminded of the song Hejira by Joni Mitchell. I think we can all relate to these pensive lyrics. We have our desires and our fears, our dreams and our longings....

Rhythmwood Studio Opening

In August 2012 Rhythmwood  opened the doors of a beautiful new straw bale studio that was ten years in the making. The building is inviting, warm and inspiring, to say the least. The earthen floor is of particular interest. It is lovingly crafted by hand and the...