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Get Married for $99 / Renew Your Marriage Vows for $99 The fee to officiate any type of ceremony, any day of the week is $99 The fee to officiate any type of ceremony on a holiday or holiday weekend is $99 There is a $1 per mile travel fee (one way) to any location that does not have a Venice, FL address. Yes, I will travel to Sarasota or Siesta Key or Boca Grande or Englewood or Nokomis or Osprey. There's nothing quite like getting married or renewing your wedding vows in paradise! Beach theme ceremonies, Christian Ceremonies, Interfaith Ceremonies, Non-religious Ceremonies, Romantic Ceremonies and Spiritual Ceremonies (mentions God). Yes, I have done many "short notice" ceremonies. In Florida, only ONE signature is required on the Marriage License, the officiant's signature. I have performed many "just the two of us" ceremonies.

Saturday, August 31, 2013

August 31, 2013

The following couples were married on the 31st day of August . .

Lea Bankler and Christopher Taylor

AND

Marie F Vincent and Craig R John

Friday, August 30, 2013

August 30, 2013

On the 30th day of August . .

Jenifer L McDowell and W W  Keith Talbert

AND

Doris J Blevins and Duane E Sterner

exchanged their love with rings and vows.




Thursday, August 29, 2013

August 29, 2013

He didn't put a diamond in my champagne glass
or get down on one knee,
but his gentle proposal
brought tears to my eyes,
and my acceptance
brought tears to his . .

Wednesday, August 28, 2013

August 28, 2013

Melissa Schoettlin and Donald Brosey said, "I do." on the 28th of August.

Tuesday, August 27, 2013

August 27, 2013

Janice L Berkheimer and Michael T Brown were married on the 27th of August.

Monday, August 26, 2013

August 26, 2013

Questions from a Bride and Groom . .

How do we get our guests to dress appropriately for our cocktail party reception at 9PM?

Response . .

Use the terms "Cocktail Attire" or "Festive Attire" means that the ladies are expected to wear a cocktail or dressy dress and the men are expected to wear a sports coat or a jacket with a tie and nice trousers.  The ladies should also wear lower or comfortable heels because they probably will be standing or dancing a lot.
Many cocktail receptions do not provide seating and tables for all of the guests.

Sunday, August 25, 2013

August 25, 2013

On the 25th day of August, Lindsey A Getter and Lee E Gebhart exchanged their hearts and wedding vows.

Saturday, August 24, 2013

August 24, 2013

Richard Hoffmaster put a wedding ring on the finger of Dee Schaeffer and Dee Schaeffer put a wedding ring on the finger of Richard Hoffmaster on the 24th day of August.

Friday, August 23, 2013

August 23, 2013

On the 23rd day of August, DeAnna M Hutchinson and James R Sherman said, "I do and We do."

Thursday, August 22, 2013

August 22, 2013

You should always start with "an object" that you find attractive or appealing when choosing the colors for your fall theme wedding or event.  Look how all these beautiful autumn colors blend together!



This "Tile Pattern Embroidered Pillow" can be ordered from ExpressionsCatalog.com
or by calling 1-800-388-2699.

Item EE3--069X

Wednesday, August 21, 2013

August 21, 2013

Maryann Murphy and Harry Cook exchanged wedding rings and their hearts on the 21st day of August.

Tuesday, August 20, 2013

August 20, 2013

Did you know that drinking two glasses of Gatorade can relieve headache pain almost immediately without unpleasant side effects caused by traditional pain relievers?

So, if you know a Bride and/or Groom or a wedding party member or a parent who experiences headaches frequently it's a good idea to pack a bottle or two of Gatorade in the wedding day emergency supplies.




Monday, August 19, 2013

August 19, 2013

Michelle L Bankler and Joseph M Burns were united in matrimony on the 19th day of August.

Sunday, August 18, 2013

August 18, 2013

Julie A Horne and Sean M Hogan became Mr and Mrs Hogan on the 18th day of August.

Saturday, August 17, 2013

August 17, 2013

Question of the week . .

Could you plan a wedding in a week?  Would buying an "off the rack gown" that fit you be satisfactory? Could you make a lot of menu. decorating and vendor decisions quickly?  I know of a couple who started planning their wedding on a Wednesday and got married on Saturday.

Friday, August 16, 2013

August 16, 2013

Tonya L Wagner and James A Renshaw became "Husband and Wife" on the 16th day of August.

Thursday, August 15, 2013

August 15, 2013

Question from a Bride and Groom . .

Why would we need to get wedding insurance?

Response . .

If someone in your immediate family has a medical issue or a recurring medical problem that may cause the wedding to be cancelled or moved or postponed.

If you are serving alcoholic beverages, you will need additional liability coverage.

The weather, especially, if your ceremony and/or reception will take place in the great outdoors.  Think thunder, lighting, a blizzard or a hurricane.

A missing vendor or a no-show vendor.

A problem that can not be resolved quickly.  It's hard to replace a wedding cake that is dropped by mistake as it is being moved from the hotel travel cart to the display table.

Formal attire and nice jewelry.  Yes, a wedding ring or a tuxedo can be lost, stolen or damaged.

Whether you have a small, medium or big wedding, protecting your investment is a very good idea, and that can be accomplished by purchasing wedding insurance.

For help and information look into the Traveler's Insurance Wedding Protector Plan OR Fireman's
Fund / WedSure.








Wednesday, August 14, 2013

August 14, 2013

On the 14th day of August, Carrie A Martin and Anthony M Kauffman said, "I do."

Tuesday, August 13, 2013

August 13, 2013

Denise Morgan and James Lezoche became Husband and Wife on the 13th day of August.

Monday, August 12, 2013

August 12, 2013

Manasota Beach is just one of the many reasons why you should consider getting married
 "on the beach" in Florida.




Manasota Beach is south of Sarasota and Venice and north of Englewood (on the west coast of Florida). 

The Gulf of Mexico is "warm and wonderful" in August.

Sunday, August 11, 2013

August 11, 2013

On the eleventh day of August . .

Robyn E Ulmer and Phillip J Russotto

AND

Heather R Burdette and Miguel A Rivera

said, " I do."

Saturday, August 10, 2013

August 10, 2013

Kristi Niehaus and James Woods were married on the tenth day of August.

Friday, August 9, 2013

August 9, 2013

On August 9, Michelle L Nolt and Matthew H Reddinger exchanged vows and wedding rings.


Thursday, August 8, 2013

August 8, 2013

One of the easiest, most efficient, and least expensive receptions that a Bride and Groom can host is a "bubbly and desserts" reception.  This type of reception can be held after lunch and before dinner (3PM) or after dinner (730PM - 10PM).

The bubbly can be as simple as lemon-lime soda or ginger ale or carbonated cider . . and the dessert can be as simple as an assortment of homemade cookies or small fruit tarts from the bakery.


And don't forget to add "Desserts Reception" to the right hand corner of your invitation.

Wednesday, August 7, 2013

August 7, 2013

Question of the week . .

Anyone who has attended a wedding or two as a guest recently should not be surprised with the information in the article "The Cost of Attending a Wedding is Now $539" by Lylah M Alphonse, Senior Editor, Yahoo Shine.

So, would you be offended if some of your dearest friends or immediate family members would not attend your ceremony and/or reception because they are frugal?


Tuesday, August 6, 2013

August 6, 2013






You love getting married or renewing your vows on Venice Beach (Sarasota County, State of Florida)

Monday, August 5, 2013

August 5, 2013

On the fifth day of August, Mayra Serrano and Michael Rich said, "Yes, we do."


Sunday, August 4, 2013

August 4, 2013

Looking for the perfect box for an engagement ring?  


This lovely heart-shaped rose box can be found at http://www.ExpressionsCatalog.com 
or by calling 1-800-388-2699.  It's item # E11-190

Saturday, August 3, 2013

August 3, 2013

On the third day of August, Heather L Wilson and Justin M Belford said, "I do."

Thursday, August 1, 2013

August 1, 2013

Your wedding theme or theme colors should come from things . .



Not only do you have several colors here that work together, you also have a great idea for a table favor or a big candy dish.