The Ritual of Self
Revealing a Woman’s Intimate Journey

• “I Will Tell Thee a Supreme Mystery”
  The intimacy & magic of ancient rituals…. article by Cornelia
• Ritual Musings
  Rituals can take you on a journey of self-discovery.
• “Loving Your Choices”
  Plan a beautiful wedding without losing yourself…. or your connection to family & friends.
  (Excerpt from Cornelia’s book in progress, “Weddings of Grace: The Bride You Want To Be ~ The Woman You Become”)

A Bride's Story
Remembrances of Weddings Past

• A Wedding Remembered
  “Continuing Paradise” The Wedding of Lisa & Harvey Tipler
  An interview by Cornelia with a couple recalling their wedding from more than a decade before—and recreating loving magic in the process!
• When I Was a Bride
  Brides of all ages share their intimate memories with Cornelia.

Trappings of the Wedding
Exploring the Wedding’s Creative Elements

SCENTS

• “The Fragrance of Love”
  A bit of history of brides and their relationship with fragrant flowers & ritual baths.
  Followed by Fragrant Musings
  Allowing yourself loving attention.
  (Excerpt from Cornelia’s book in progress, Weddings of Grace: The Bride You Want To Be ~ The Woman You Become)

• Aromatherapy for the Bride
  Enhancing the bridal experience through fragrance…. and practical, soothing suggestions from aromatherapy consultants.

• “Orange Blossoms….Continuing the Legend”
  The charming history and romance of the orange blossom.
  Followed by Legendary Musings
  Creating your own abundant legend!
  (Excerpt from Cornelia’s book in progress, Weddings of Grace: The Bride You Want To Be ~ The Woman You Become)

The Lineage of a Gown
Wedding Dresses Tell Their History

• “Three Weddings & One Family Gown!”
  How one extraordinary vintage wedding gown and one special designer came together to dress three beautiful generations of women for one glorious family wedding

Ask Cornelia
Q & A ~ How to Create Joy, Beauty & Ease while Planning Your Wedding

• Make choices for your wedding that balance your heart, your budget, and your family relationships! (Plus an opportunity to send in your questions to help create a harmonious wedding!)

Take a Breather!
3 Minutes to Ease: Exercises to Relax Your Mind & Body ~ Expanding Your Spirit

• Creating your own wedding ritual for deep relaxation: “Opening My Heart Ritual”

Cornelia Recommends
Resources & News of Interest for the Bride & Beyond

• Five inspiring books, one intriguing museum exhibition of wedding costumes, an e-zine article on “Green Weddings,” and a coach for wise-woman-weddings!

The Bride's Ritual Kit
A Gift for the Bride’s Journey

• A wise & playful twist on the something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue rhyme, this magical kit is now available for purchase!

Further Engagements
Stay Connected with Weddings of Grace

• Read what people have said about Cornelia’s presentations, consultations and writings.
• News about Cornelia’s free Tele-Classes for Brides and for Mothers-of-Brides & -Grooms… and more!

Meet Cornelia
The Bride’s Sage & Wedding Folklorist

Cornelia Powell has been the voice of conscious, intuitive weddings for over two decades—offering brides the wisdom of ancient rituals plus the freedom of modern culture to create ceremonies from their hearts.

Resources
Contributors to Weddings of Grace

• Acknowledging the artists who contributed to the Premiere Issue of Weddings of Grace.