The Butterfly Bride is a collection of inspiring wedding tales and love stories, designed to encourage couples to create their own unique wedding ceremonies. The author, T. Mike Walker, has been a traveling minister in the San Francisco Bay Area for over thirty years. His wedding tales range from elegant full-dress formal presentations to quick elopements and hot tub nuptials. Those who are weaving families will find Inclusion Ceremonies for step children. One chapter explores the concept of Soul Mates. Another chapter seals you with a kiss! At the heart of The Butterfly Bride, over a dozen couples share the romantic tales of how they met. Their inspirational stories can serve as guides to help you and your beloved conspire to tell your own wedding story on your special day. The final section of the book includes suggestions for selecting your Officiant and some helpful hints for the groom. Other ceremonies include Butterfly and Dove Releases, Hand-fasting, a Rose Ceremony, Candle Ceremonies, Wine sharing, and Breaking the Glass. At the end there is also a selection of wedding vows for you to mix and match, or inspire you to write your own wedding vows! Short, sweet, and to the point, The Butterfly Bride is an inspiring tool for planning your 21st century wedding.