The Planning

It was a dreary January day when Sara and Brandon, prowling the Boston area for a site for their upcoming wedding, visited Glen Magna Farms. There were no leaves, no flowers, but we could instantly see the potential, says Sara. The couple-he is an architect, she is an interior designer-was especially struck by an old beech tree. The willowlike branches hang down to the ground, creating almost a tent, says Sara. The trunk and the branches are all twisted and gnarled with dozens of couples' initials carved into it. We decided to take the chance and started planning an outdoor ceremony and reception.