Embracing Wedding Traditions: Sawing The Log
When planning a wedding, I always emphasize the importance of choosing vendors that align with the couple’s vision for their special day. This ensures that every detail, from the venue to the decorations, reflects their unique love story. For Matthew and Claudia, this was no exception.
Matthew and Claudia celebrated their wedding at The Pelican Club, a stunning and unique venue located in Jupiter, Florida. This venue was specifically designed to highlight the natural beauty of the Jupiter Inlet and the iconic Jupiter Lighthouse. With its breathtaking views and elegant ambiance, The Pelican Club provided the perfect backdrop for their unforgettable day.
Claudia's family comes from Germany, and they brought with them a cherished German wedding tradition: Sawing the Log. This tradition symbolizes the couple's first obstacle they must overcome together. During the ceremony, the couple works together to saw through a log, demonstrating their teamwork and commitment to facing challenges side by side.
At Matthew and Claudia's wedding, the Sawing the Log tradition added a meaningful and memorable touch to their celebration. As they sawed through the log, their guests cheered them on, creating a moment of unity and joy that beautifully highlighted their journey as a couple.
Choosing the right vendors and incorporating meaningful traditions can make a wedding day truly special. Consider which wedding traditions you love and want to incorporate into your own celebration, as well as those you'd prefer to skip or reinvent to better reflect your unique story. Whatever you choose, take the time to learn about the history behind some of the most common wedding traditions below:
The Bridal Veil
Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue
The First Look
Walking Down the Aisle
The Send-Off
Throwing Rice or Confetti
These choices can help you and your partner create a celebration that is uniquely yours, filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories for everyone.
At Pure Joy Co., we believe that every wedding should be a reflection of the love and connection shared between two people. Working alongside The Pelican Club and their team of dedicated professionals, we were able to create a wedding experience that exceeded expectations and surpassed all dreams.
Congratulations to Claudia and Matthew on their beautiful union, and here's to a lifetime filled with love, laughter, and pure joy.
Special thank you to the amazing vendors that work along side with us to design, produce and execute Mr. & Mrs. Cornell-Laukien Wedding. - Photography & Film: Pure Joy Co. - Venue: Pelican Club - Wedding Officiant: Courtney Dickson - Flowers : Branch + Blossom - DJ l Entertainment: DJ Machina
Andrea Martinez
Wedding Planner & Coordinator
www.purejoyevents.co
561.914.437
Crafting Experiences, Capturing Joy.