The minister was stuck waiting for the flood waters to recede. The maid of honor’s flight was delayed due to multiple storm warnings. Tornado sirens blared in the distance. The popular summer wedding dream of bright sunshine and blooming flowers quickly became a nightmare, but the show must go on. That wedding was the one of a sweet young bride in 1974, my mother, whom ended up getting married and living happily ever after. The minister was a little late, the maid of honor barely had time to throw her dress on and run down the aisle, and the guests carried umbrellas covering their damp hair. Even though summer is considered the nicest time of year, this season with still try to throw a wrench in your big day. We’re here to help you avoid and work with the sudden disasters that could ruin your perfect summertime wedding. 1. Rain, Rain Go Away

Try as you might, you can’t predict the weather when you set your wedding date a year ahead. The seemingly perfect setting under a tree standing in front of seated guests in a garden area full of flowers can quickly turn to a melting pot full of torrential rain during sudden summer storms. Even the Farmer’s Almanac can be wrong months before the wedding so you must always prepare for rain when getting married outdoors by having a backup arrangement. Choose a place at the same venue with shelter as your plan B. It might not be your ideal place to say your vows, but it’s much better than standing in the rai...