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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.

Sunday, March 31, 2024

March 31, 2024

 Question from a couple:  How can we do everything on a budget?

Response:  List your priorities.  It is better to do five things really well than do ten or fifteen things poorly.

For example:  If both of you want to go to the same place for your honeymoon, then make it a top five priority.  Keep in mind YOU DO NOT HAVE TO DO EVERYTHING ON THE TRADITIONAL WEDDING LIST, there are no rules or regulations or "must dos".  I know of one couple who completely eliminated a wedding reception.  After they were pronounced "Husband and Wife" in a city park they got into his car and drove to the airport so they could go on a great honeymoon.

Saturday, March 30, 2024

March 30, 2024

 On the 30th of March, Nicki Kelly-Rieder and Daniel Rieder said, "We do!" again.

Friday, March 29, 2024

March 29, 2024

 Theresa Dagle and Thomas Edgette were married on the 29th of March.

Thursday, March 28, 2024

March 28, 2024

 On the 28th of March, Denice and Richard Grimes renewed their vows of marriage.

Wednesday, March 27, 2024

March 27, 2024

 Question:  Is it OK to have  hot dogs and burgers at our outdoor reception?

Response:  Couples tend to serve their guests some of the Bride and Groom's favorite food so if hot dogs and burgers are some of your favorite food then go ahead and serve those items with a variety of side dishes.  And don't forget to include some vegan and vegetarian choices.

Tuesday, March 26, 2024

March 26, 2024

 On the 26th of March, Eloise and Bryson Brinson said, "We do again!"

Monday, March 25, 2024

March 25, 2024

 Katrina Stanfield and Howard Chase were married on the 25th of March.

Sunday, March 24, 2024

March 24, 2024

 On the 24th of March, Janet and Alan Bonifas said, "We do again!".

Saturday, March 23, 2024

March 23, 2024

 Angela Faulk and Paul-Michael Cerce were married on the 23rd of March.

Friday, March 22, 2024

March 22, 2024

 Mary Jane Diamond and William Wilson III were married on the 22nd of March.

Thursday, March 21, 2024

March 21, 2024

 On the 21st of March, Faye M Mallardi and Richard L Cameron said, "We do!"

Wednesday, March 20, 2024

March 20, 2024

 I once had a Bride who expected her brother to take photos and her cousin to take a cell phone video at her wedding.  The brother did not like the idea of being asked to take photos just as he walked into the ceremony venue, he came to see his sister get married.

So, my advice to you is . . .  don't ask family members or wedding guests to perform non-guest duties like taking pictures, parking cars or playing the piano.  Now if they offer to help, that's a different story.




Tuesday, March 19, 2024

March 19, 2024

 Amber Cross and Adam Brennan were married on the 19th of March.

Monday, March 18, 2024

March 18, 2024

 On the 18th of March, Tinamarie G Bowlin and Linzy R Norris said, "We do!"

Sunday, March 17, 2024

March 17, 2024

 Wanda Good and Christopher Leister were united in matimony on the 17th of March.

Saturday, March 16, 2024

March 16, 2024

 On the 16th of March, Elizabeth Faline Robbins and Trevor Williams, said "We do!"

Friday, March 15, 2024

March 15, 2024

 Samantha Nichols and Benjamin Schaberg were joined in matrimony on the 15th of March.

Thursday, March 14, 2024

March 14, 2024

 One love that is shared by two . . . 



Wednesday, March 13, 2024

March 13, 2024

 Question:  How or where should I propose marriage?  Do I have to have a diamond ring when I propose marriage?

Response:  Think about the timing.  Christmas Eve?  New Years Eve?  New Years Day?  Valentine's Day?  Or the anniversary of your first date or meeting.

No, you do not need a diamond ring or any ring when you propose marriage.  True, most traditional proposals include some type of ring but it is NOT a "must have" at that time.  Maybe it's just as easy to shop for an engagement ring together.  And some couples prefer eliminating the engagement ring and just purchase matching wedding rings.




Tuesday, March 12, 2024

March 12, 2024

 On the 12th of March, Stephanie Lorenzo and Steven Sanchez said, "We do!"

Monday, March 11, 2024

March 11, 2024

 Sheila Becker and Shawn Chelton were married on the 11th of March.

Sunday, March 10, 2024

March 10, 2024

 "You pierce my soul.  I am half agony, half hope.  I have loved none but you."

Saturday, March 9, 2024

March 9, 2024

 On the 9th of March, Sarah Armstrong and Miguel Vega said, "We do!"

Friday, March 8, 2024

March 8, 2024

 Laura C Smith and Guido Traverso were married on the 8th of March.

Thursday, March 7, 2024

March 7, 2024

 On the 7th of March, Sherry Schlobohm and Larry Knox said, "We do!"

Wednesday, March 6, 2024

March 6, 2024

 Roslynne Plouffe and Troy Naszkiewicz were married on the 6th of March.

Tuesday, March 5, 2024

March 5, 2024

 Dawn Zukowski and Mark P Thatcher were united in matrimony on the 5th of March.

Monday, March 4, 2024

March 4, 2024

 On the 4th of March, Sarah Marriner and Gabriel Gaudette said, "We do!"

Sunday, March 3, 2024

March 3, 2024

 Ivy Rodrigues and James Huard were joined in matrimony on the 3rd of March.

Saturday, March 2, 2024

March 2, 2024

 On the 2nd day of March, Tammy JP Grimont and Ronald D Myers Jr said, "We do!"

Friday, March 1, 2024

March 1, 2024

 JoEllen Dangel and Joseph Weaver were joined in marriage on the 1st day of March.