Mark your calendars for TWO upcoming Bridal Shows
Sunday, April 10, 2016
Nuovo Bride's Bridal Expo
Bradenton Convention Center
Noon - 4PM
Sunday, April 17, 2016
SW Florida Wedding & Event Expo
Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center, Punta Gorda
Noon - 4PM
About Me
- Simple Seaside Ceremonies
- 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.
Thursday, March 31, 2016
Wednesday, March 30, 2016
March 30, 2016
Question from a Bride and Groom . .
Will I need to know the date of my divorce when I get my Marriage License?
Response . .
Yes, you will. The Marriage License application will ask you if you have been married previously. The application will also ask you what number marriage is this, how did the marriage end (death, divorce or annulment) and the date of your divorce (month, day and year).
If you do know know the date of your divorce, you can get obtain that information from
www.vitalrecords.us.com/divorce-records.html
I strongly suggest getting a paper copy of this information and putting this information with your other "important" papers.
Will I need to know the date of my divorce when I get my Marriage License?
Response . .
Yes, you will. The Marriage License application will ask you if you have been married previously. The application will also ask you what number marriage is this, how did the marriage end (death, divorce or annulment) and the date of your divorce (month, day and year).
If you do know know the date of your divorce, you can get obtain that information from
www.vitalrecords.us.com/divorce-records.html
I strongly suggest getting a paper copy of this information and putting this information with your other "important" papers.
Monday, March 28, 2016
March 28, 2016
Question from a Bride and Groom . .
Are we supposed to send a wedding invitation to our parents? To our bridesmaids and groomsmen?
Response . .
YES, you are supposed to send an invitation to all of those people.
Are we supposed to send a wedding invitation to our parents? To our bridesmaids and groomsmen?
Response . .
YES, you are supposed to send an invitation to all of those people.
Sunday, March 27, 2016
Saturday, March 26, 2016
March 26, 2016
Question from a Bride and Groom
We were just offered a significant savings at a resort on a "three day holiday weekend deal" if we have the ceremony and reception on a Sunday rather than Saturday. Should we accept this deal?
Response . .
You, the Bride and Groom, will probably save some money BUT your overnight guests won't. Most resorts have a mandatory "two night stay" on three day holiday weekends. I suggest investigating the overnight rates of other close-by hotels and motels for that three day holiday before you sign a wedding day contract.
We were just offered a significant savings at a resort on a "three day holiday weekend deal" if we have the ceremony and reception on a Sunday rather than Saturday. Should we accept this deal?
Response . .
You, the Bride and Groom, will probably save some money BUT your overnight guests won't. Most resorts have a mandatory "two night stay" on three day holiday weekends. I suggest investigating the overnight rates of other close-by hotels and motels for that three day holiday before you sign a wedding day contract.
Friday, March 25, 2016
March 25, 2016
Whether it be a contract with a caterer or a videographer or a florist or a guitaris or any other type of wedding vendor, DON'T sign a contract or an agreement that is too vague. Specific details and information should be stated such as starting time, ending time, the payment terms, the over time charges and what service is being made.
And never sign a contract that has wrong or incorrect information on it.
And never sign a contract that has wrong or incorrect information on it.
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
March 23, 2016
Question from a Bride and Groom
Is it OK to just serve one bottle of wine on the dinner table rather than two?
Response . .
Champagne is a versatile beverage. It's perfect to serve at a wedding when dishes of all flavors are being tasted. Because the taste of champagne is "clean" and ""fresh", it is the one beverage that can accommodate the various foods that will be served at a dinner or wedding reception.
And, yes, there are many bottles of champagne that cost less than $20 per bottle.
Is it OK to just serve one bottle of wine on the dinner table rather than two?
Response . .
Champagne is a versatile beverage. It's perfect to serve at a wedding when dishes of all flavors are being tasted. Because the taste of champagne is "clean" and ""fresh", it is the one beverage that can accommodate the various foods that will be served at a dinner or wedding reception.
And, yes, there are many bottles of champagne that cost less than $20 per bottle.
Tuesday, March 22, 2016
March 22, 2016
Question from a Bride and Groom . .
Can a notary public just sign our marriage license with conducting a ceremony?
Response . .
NO NO NO . . When a member of the clergy or a notary public or a court appointed clerk signs a Marriage License they are certifying that they conducted a marriage ceremony. When a couple asks someone to "just sign" their Marriage License they are asking that person to do something inappropriate and unethical.
Can a notary public just sign our marriage license with conducting a ceremony?
Response . .
NO NO NO . . When a member of the clergy or a notary public or a court appointed clerk signs a Marriage License they are certifying that they conducted a marriage ceremony. When a couple asks someone to "just sign" their Marriage License they are asking that person to do something inappropriate and unethical.
Monday, March 21, 2016
March 21, 2016
On the 21st of March, Faye M Mallardi and Richard L Cameron were united in matrimony.
Sunday, March 20, 2016
March 20, 2016
Don't create a wedding for others at the expense of your wishes. Focus on the kind of celebration you want, not the one other people expect you have.
In other words, if you are NOT the type of person to wear a ball gown and full length lace veil then DON'T BUY ONE just to please your Mother or Grandmother. Your wedding gown should make you happy!
In other words, if you are NOT the type of person to wear a ball gown and full length lace veil then DON'T BUY ONE just to please your Mother or Grandmother. Your wedding gown should make you happy!
Saturday, March 19, 2016
March 19, 2016
Classic Creations Diamonds and Gold is holding a "Marriage March Madness
promotion at their jewelry store in Venice, FL.
Lots of bling for your favorite person!
A diamond is everybody's best friend!
Friday, March 18, 2016
March 18, 2016
On the 18th of March, Tinamarie G Bowlin and Linzy R Norris were united in matrimony.
Thursday, March 17, 2016
March 17, 2016
An Irish lad, Kevin Kearns, and an Irish lassie, Robin Connolly, were married on March 17, St. Patrick's Day.
Tuesday, March 15, 2016
March 15, 2016
Question from a Bride and Groom . .
What is a "Reaffirmation" ?
Response . .
When a couple is married in a civil ceremony they seek to have a religious blessing of their marriage at a later date. A reaffirmation is NOT a wedding ceremony, just a blessing. The guest list is usually limited to immediate family members and a few close friends. A meal or some type of celebration usually follows the reaffirmation. Guests are usually invited by word of mouth or by printed or handwritten invitation.
What is a "Reaffirmation" ?
Response . .
When a couple is married in a civil ceremony they seek to have a religious blessing of their marriage at a later date. A reaffirmation is NOT a wedding ceremony, just a blessing. The guest list is usually limited to immediate family members and a few close friends. A meal or some type of celebration usually follows the reaffirmation. Guests are usually invited by word of mouth or by printed or handwritten invitation.
Monday, March 14, 2016
March 14, 2016
In English tradition, Wednesday is considered "the best day" to marry,
although Monday is for wealth and Tuesday is for health.
Sunday, March 13, 2016
March 13, 2016
I believe . .
That either you control your attitude or it controls you.
And this applies to Brides and Grooms.
How do they treat their parents?
How do they treat the people in their wedding party?
How do their treat their family members?
How do they treat their vendors and service personnel?
Saturday, March 12, 2016
March 12, 2016
Question from a Bride and Groom . .
We only have one theme color for our wedding. We are having a Sand Ceremony. What should be use as the second color?
Response . .
Fairy Dust! And where do you find Fairy Dust? At Save-On-Crafts.com. It's a white sand that sparkles!
We only have one theme color for our wedding. We are having a Sand Ceremony. What should be use as the second color?
Response . .
Fairy Dust! And where do you find Fairy Dust? At Save-On-Crafts.com. It's a white sand that sparkles!
Thursday, March 10, 2016
Wednesday, March 9, 2016
Tuesday, March 8, 2016
Monday, March 7, 2016
March 7, 2016
Looking for a wedding theme color? A great place to look for inspiration or checking to see what color blends or contrasts with other colors is clothing magazines. I always recommend using a second and third color as your theme colors.
Sunday, March 6, 2016
March 6, 2016
For Your Information . .
You should not have a punch and wedding cake reception at Noon or at 5PM or 6PM. Your wedding guests are expecting lunch at Noon and dinner at 5 or 6PM.
I once knew of a Bride who got married in one state and then asked her guests to pay a toll to go over a bridge to another state to her wedding reception. The ceremony took place at 3PM, the wedding reception started at 5PM. Cookies, wedding cake and iced tea were served. The guests were expecting dinner.
You should not have a punch and wedding cake reception at Noon or at 5PM or 6PM. Your wedding guests are expecting lunch at Noon and dinner at 5 or 6PM.
I once knew of a Bride who got married in one state and then asked her guests to pay a toll to go over a bridge to another state to her wedding reception. The ceremony took place at 3PM, the wedding reception started at 5PM. Cookies, wedding cake and iced tea were served. The guests were expecting dinner.
Friday, March 4, 2016
March 4, 2016
Question from a Bride and Groom . .
What is a consumption bar? And is it a good idea?
Response: With this type of bar, you are only billed for the alcohol consumed by your guests. It's only a good idea when your guests drink a low cost beverage like beer.
What is a consumption bar? And is it a good idea?
Response: With this type of bar, you are only billed for the alcohol consumed by your guests. It's only a good idea when your guests drink a low cost beverage like beer.
Thursday, March 3, 2016
Tuesday, March 1, 2016
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