You may have noticed little blurb updates from me via Twitter on the side bar of this blog. I’ve been using Twitter for a little over a month now, and tend to post a bunch of links there – the cool stuff I’m reading about weddings online through the myriad of wedding blogs out there. If you’re a Twitter-er, feel free to follow me over there as well for a daily dose of wedding inspiration! You can find me @EclecticUnions
The Iowa Supreme Court has decided that a 1998 law limiting marriage to a man and a woman was unconstitutional!
From the New York Times:
The decision was the culmination of a four-year legal battle that began with a suit filed on behalf of six same-sex couples in the lower courts.
The Supreme Court said same-sex marriages could begin in Iowa in as soon as 21 days, making Iowa only the third state in the nation, along with Massachusetts and Connecticut, to legalize gay marriage.
Yay!
Even though you’re reading my blog, and you’ve seen my website – do you still have questions about what, exactly, a Celebrant is?
The fabulous Celebrant Foundation, where I was trained, put together this promotional video, to showcase everything they offer and encourage others to “Love the art of life – become a Celebrant!”
If you’re not interesting in diving in, head first, to the world of ceremony & Celebrants, it’s still a fabulous resource to learn more about what a Celebrant REALLY is!
Take a look!
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I have to say – it’s truly inspiring to me that I get to be a part of people’s big moments – it brings a lot of happiness and joy into my life to share in my couple’s own happiness & joy! This video really captures how passionate we Celebrants are about our vocation.
I’ve decided that, beginning with my 2009 weddings, to donate a portion of my Celebrant fee to an organization of the couple’s choosing, in their name. I think it’s a great way to honor your wedding, as well as give back to these fabulous local organizations that need our support.
I’ve chosen these organizations, though would be willing to donate to any worthy organization of the couple’s choice. I think this is a great way to give back, especially in these tough times, when organizations like these are especially needed – especially on the local level.
The Bergen County Animal Shelter
The Epilepsy Foundation of New Jersey
American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey
I was really excited to learn that I earned a Bride’s Choice Award from WeddingWire!
In its inaugural year, the Bride’s Choice Awards recognizes vendors from the WeddingWire Network that demonstrate excellent quality of service, responsiveness, professionalism, value of cost and flexibility. Unlike other awards in which winners are selected by the company, the Bride’s Choice Awards are determined exclusively by recent newlyweds (brides and grooms) through surveys and reviews. Our winning vendors have set the bar high for this competition, demonstrating excellent service and expertise in their industry.
This year’s recipients represent the top three percent of WeddingWire’s vendor community, which includes over 100,000 wedding vendors from across the US.
It means so much to me that my couples are happy with their wedding ceremonies, and their Celebrant experience. Thank you all so much!
