Questions & answers

Please describe your ceremonies.

My ceremonies are inclusive of all beliefs including Civil, Modern Beliefs, and Non-Denominational.

Many couples don’t know where to start with their ceremony and that’s where my experience helps!

Let’s chat in detail about what you want and discover what I can do to help you with a ceremony that reflects your unique love!

In the meantime here’s a description of your choices:

Keep it Simple Please - This is the perfect choice for an elopement $500, $650 outside of Santa Cruz County - You want an easy, simple and sweet ceremony. We talk about your beliefs and I perform a beautifully crafted pre-written ceremony that comes from my heart! You can bring your own vows to read to each other, or choose from samples that I provide.

Sweet and Easy $600, $750 outside of Santa Cruz County - Your desire is to have a ceremony that’s filled with an honest simplicity that allows you to be fully present in the moment. You can choose from a variety of pre-written ceremonies that give you the perfect words that convey your love. I have several ideas for additional components that you can add such as hand-fasting, using an Oathing Stone for your vows, and a Wine Ceremony. Samples are also provided for your vows, or you can write your own and I’ll make keepsake vow booklets for you to read from. Want to edit the wording – no problem!  

Bespoke

$700, $850 outside of Santa Cruz County - Your unique love story will be woven into your ceremony to make it even more personal.The offerings in the Sweet and Easy Ceremony are included. I’m open to including additional elements, that you’d like to include or having edits that you may want to make.

We Want the Whole Package – Perfect for an Elopement with 12 or fewer in Attendance

$1,400 in Santa Cruz County, $1,550 outside of Santa Cruz County– This package includes the Keep It Simple Please Ceremony, plus a professional photographer. You can upgrade to the Sweet and Easy ceremony for an additional $100.The photographer is there for one hour starting with your ceremony and staying afterwards to capture more beautiful memories. You receive the photos in a downloadable format - you own them!

This area has beautiful and romantic spots that I know of with the trees in the Redwood Forest as your witnesses, or you can say, “I do” while overlooking the beach at sunset.

I can also provide referrals for hair and makeup and flowers.

Rehearsal- $250, $350 outside of Santa Cruz County – Rehearsals can alleviate possible “jitters” about how your processional and recessional will occur on your wedding day! We’re happy to be there for you to organize and conduct your rehearsal so that on the day of your ceremony everyone knows what to expect when they walk down the aisle!

Are you an Ordained Wedding Minister/Officiant?

Yes. I was ordained as a Non-denominational Minister in 2010 through the Center for Sacred Studies. I embrace all religions, beliefs and cultural diversity. I believe that we are all here to be a manifestation of Love. The day that the two of you join together in marriage you’re bringing more love into the world. It’s my honor to be a part of this - heart to heart.

Are you willing to perform a ceremony at a non-religious site?

Yes. I perform ceremonies at the couple's choice of location. Many different locations have been the site for Ceremonies such as the redwood forest, the beach, private homes and romantic indoor venues.

How do We Book Your Services?

I make it easy to book my services. Once you’ve decided that you want to move forward, I send a Letter of Agreement to you through Dropbox Sign. Your payment can be received through Venmo or Zelle.

Do you Provide our Wedding License?

In California you will need to get your license from a County Recorder’s Office. It doesn’t need to be purchased in the County that you’re getting married in. You can apply for it at any County Clerk’s Office in the State. It’s easy to go online to see what the requirements are in the County that you’re getting your license from.

I guide your witnesses with how to sign the license. Then, I return it to your County Recorder’s Office after your ceremony.

Do You Embrace Diversity

YES! People of all colors, ethnicity, beliefs and LGBTQIA+ are embraced by me.

Where do You Perform Ceremonies?

Santa Cruz, Monterey, Carmel, Big Sur, Salinas, Half Moon Bay, Pescadero, San Francisco. We can talk about travel costs if you have another location in mind.