Pat Murphy, Celebrant

Thursday, August 11, 2011

Capturing the story through music and photos

Being a story teller I'm usually officiating at ceremonies. Sometimes I get to be an attendee at the celebration. With the honorees permission I will take photo's to blend the story in a video format. I just recently did that for my friend and posted it on you tube. Check it out.

Monday, July 25, 2011

Why you should have a memorial service.

I've been meaning to write a blog on the importance of a memorial service and found this wonderful article in the Huffington Post this very day. Here is the link to this informative and enlightening article. I could not have said it better. Enjoy.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/marilyn-sewell/virginia-doesnt-want-a-me_b_903570.html?ref=fb&src=sp

Saturday, June 18, 2011

Want a truly memorable wedding day? May I suggest an inspiring and fun read?

Gerald Fierst, a world-renowned storyteller and Certified, Life-Cycle Celebrant has recently published a book titled “The Heart of the Wedding”. Please, don’t think this is just another cookie cutter wedding book. It will expand your creativity and touch your heart. It offers wise guidance not just for the Bride and Groom but for the Wedding Pros they will be working with. It offers thoughtful “how to’s” on planning creative and meaningful weddings. Gerald is a Master Storyteller and Master of Ceremonies. He offers inspiration on how to weave your story throughout your wedding, from the Ceremony to the last dance. Gerald forges into fresh territory and brings ancient rituals into modern day light. Whether you envision a small backyard wedding or a huge formal wedding at an exclusive resort this book will guide you gently into a magical process to create a beautiful and memorable wedding that touches the heart. For more information and to read a sample chapter go to theheartofthewedding.com.

Pat Murphy

Certified, Life-Cycle Celebrant

www.storycatcherpat.com

Sunday, May 22, 2011

Getting Married in Miami? Want a unique Venue?

For couples planning a Miami wedding there are many venue’s to choose from. Beautiful Hotel Venues are fairly well known, but what about some of the more unusual or non-typical settings? I’ll create another list for this Blog entry. A listing of wonderful but not so well known venues.

1) How about a parking garage? Check out the new Herzog & de Meuron designed parking Garage on South Beach. It has 360-degree views of Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. It is on the seventh floor of the building’s open-air garage. It’s located at 1111 Lincoln Road and has a 25,000 square foot space outfitted with catering and audiovisual facilities. www.1111lincolnroad.com

2) How about a hidden Villa just blocks away from the Adrienne Arsht Center? Villa 221 consists of two 1920’s-era Spanish style villas connected by a breezeway. They also have a large outdoor garden and deck. Find the hidden treasure at www.villa221.com

3) How about a place for the birds? Jungle Island offers various options from elegant and formal, to truly unique, to small and intimate depending on the setting you choose. Check out your options at www.jungleisland.com

4) How about a winery? Yes, Miami has it’s own unique winery and it’s located between the Everglades and Biscayne National Park. Don’t think of grapes-think exotic tropical fruits. Schnebly Redland’s winery offers three beautiful locations for your exchange of vows. Think tiki huts and waterfalls. Find them at www.schneblywinery.com

5) How about someone’s backyard? Like mine. Well it’s not exactly my own backyard, but just one block

from my home is a quiet, hidden park right on Biscayne Bay with a beautiful vista of the Miami skyline. The location is just

a minute from Miami’s finest restaurants and just 10 minutes to Dodge Island if you plan to catch a cruise. Find me at www.storycatcherpat.com