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Yesterday I had the privilege of being the "day of" coordinator for a couple from Los Angeles, California and working with Eugene Kam Photography.

Their intimate ceremony was held on the Garden Lawn and the reception dinner would be at the adjacent Garden Terrace which was perfect for their needs.

Oddly enough, having done many outdoor weddings which have been threatened by inclement weather, my couples have been blessed with what I call "windows of opportunity."

Yesterday was no exception.....a rain call was made at 2:30pm and as the skies looked better, we chose to stay outside. Although cloudy, it was still looking good up until about 15 minutes prior to the ceremony, so I told my vendors we'll be fine until 4:30pm (ceremony was scheduled for 4pm)

We were still awaiting the arrival of some of their guests, but feeling the breeze and the moisture that you sense in the air, the photographer and I knew we would not be able to hold out much longer. With that said, all of the immediate family were now present and we immediately started the ceremony.

The ceremony was perfect and the couple was able to do their signing outside along with some family pictures until just about 4:34pm when the rains came. With experienced professionals, such as Eugene Kam and his assistant Joy, Kit Samoson as well as the Halekulani team, everyone started to make adjustments for picture taking, relocating the piano and adjusting the set-up on the terrace and so as not to let the rain put a damper on anything.

During the cocktail period a glimse of the sun could be seen and Dianna told the phtoographer that they'll be able to take pictures on the beach with the bride and groom. There was still a light shower, but Dianna said "five minutes" and you'll be fine.......and they were.

Experience and Faith do count!

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