How can we pull off small ceremony and no reception afterwards?
Simply do it before a lunch or dinner service at a restaurant. Many Restaurants have a VIP table/ room. Let them know it's your wedding meal; in many cases they would be happy to be part of your special day! Or on a beautiful beach setting, beside a flowing river, on a rustic covered bridge, at a romantic little country inn, on a mountain top, in you back yard... ?

We just want to be legally married can you help us?
If you and your partner simply want to be legally married and you  don't need or want a chapel, you can be married in your home or we can meet at any location you choose and there, perform any type of ceremony you desire from the simplest ceremony to a full-length, custom-created ceremony.

Do we need any witnesses present at our ceremony?
No. New Hampshire law does not require that witnesses be present at your ceremony.

What are the most unusual ceremonies you have done? 
I haven’t done anything that I would call unusual, but instead unique to that couples taste.  I have done ceremonies that were themed around sports, Celtic traditions, various European traditions, Renaissance themed, nature, religious, civil, secular – there are many different kinds I have done. I encourage couples to make their ceremony uniquely theirs.

Do we need rings?
No. While they are traditional, rings are not required.

Do you allow couples to write their own vows and/or ceremony?
Absolutely. I have a number of samples available from which they may choose. If they pefer, they can customize any part of the ceremony they would like or even create the entire ceremony themselves.  I do custom write every ceremony after a series of discussions with the couple and present that to the couple for approval, if they do not have something specifically picked out. There are no restrictions as to what can be said or done – it is the couples ceremony and I am there to help them create the day they only imagined before.

Do we have to speak at the ceremony?
Only if you want to. New Hampshire law provides a lot of latitude in what is, and isn’t, required at wedding ceremonies. You can get away with as little as just saying, “I do.”

Can others be included in the ceremony?
Definitely. There are many ways to include family members and friends in the ceremony. For example, your loved ones can do readings, walk down the aisle, carry the rings, participate in a candle lighting, and more. There are unlimited possibilities.

Can we include both Christian and Jewish traditions?
Definitely. We can also include any other special traditions you desire, or we can omit any religious reference.

Where can the ceremony be held?
Anywhere you want – outdoors, indoor, at your home, at a hospitalit... you define the venue. I will be happy to assist you with finding a venue.

Do we have to hold a rehearsal?
A rehearsal is important if you are planning anything more than just a basic wedding. It gives everyone, not just the couple getting married, an opportunity to become familiar with their roles in the wedding ceremony. However, it is not a “must.”
 
What is the purpose of the pre-nuptial conference?
A pre-nuptial conference sets the tone for your wedding ceremony. We can customize your ceremony with passages and readings that express your thoughts, feelings, and commitment. I have a number of services and vows available from which you can choose. The meeting also affords you the opportunity to become familiar with me as your officiant, and gives me the chance to know you a little better. It is for these reasons that I recommend a pre-nuptial conference. On the other hand, if you "just want to get married," call me and we can set up a time and a place to do just that, even on short notice. Should you decide not to use my services, there is no charge for the pre-nuptial conference.

What happens after the ceremony?
After the wedding, there is nothing for you to sign, nor will you receive any documents (even though you are legally married). You will not automatically receive an official copy of your Certificate of Marriage. You must apply for this with the Town Clerk or City Clerk where you applied for your license. There is usually a nominal charge for each copy. Officiants are not permitted to give you a copy. Instead, they are required (by law) to complete the Certificate of Marriage and mail it back to the Town Clerk or City Clerk from whom you obtained your license. I advise you to obtain a copy of your Certificate of Marriage now and file it away with your other important documents (such as your Birth Certificates). You may not need it for many years, but it will be good to know that you always have a ready copy, rather than having to retrieve it from the State of New Hampshire at some date in the future.

What do you wear at weddings?
I try to truly blend, I don’t wear anything that will stand out or make someone say “that was the officiant wearing that…thing”. I do not want to be overly fancy to take away from the clothing the bridal party is wearing.

Are you available on our wedding date at the time we want you?
Because the answer to this question is constantly changing, you will need to call me for the answer. The sooner the better. I make commitments on a "first come first serve" basis.  So today is the best day for you to call and ask us to officiate your wedding.

Can you renew our vows?
Yes. I have a number of ceremonies for those who want to celebrate a renewal of their vows.