…love is the ‘why’ of life: why we are functioning at all, what we want to be efficient for… I am convinced it [love] is the fundamental energy of the human spirit, the fuel on which we run, the wellspring of our vitality. And grace, which is the flowing, creative activity of love itself, is what makes all goodness possible. Love should come first; it should be the beginning of and the reason for everything.” ­ – ­Gerald May

With 26+ years of experience, I possess the skills to assist you plan a cross-cultural, spiritual, interfaith or secular ceremony. Every couple I meet, every ceremony I celebrate, are unique and memorable. I encourage couples that may not want a religious ceremony, but rather a spiritual ceremony, to embrace and include cultural traditions within their ceremony. From the volume of materials I’ve collected over the years, I am prepared work with you to craft the ceremony suited to your story to properly express your values.

Wedding celebrations occur in just about every venue imaginable; from parks and backyards to churches and ballrooms, hospital chapels to historical properties. Also, consider the joy of a theme wedding. Previously, I have had the pleasure of being part of a Jimmy Buffet theme wedding, a renaissance theme wedding, and a luau theme wedding. I have also participated in destination weddings that have contributed to the overall lasting memory of the ceremony. Regardless of where, when, themed or not, I will work with you to ensure your wedding is about you!

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In April 1992 I conducted my first wedding and to date I’ve presided at more than 2000 weddings. I hold a M.Ed. in Family Counseling from the University of Maryland. Additionally, I am a Virginia Certified Mediator and a Distinguished Toastmaster, the highest individual recognition bestowed by Toastmasters International.

To stay current with wedding matters, I am a member of the Association of Wedding Professionals. The meetings are planned to allow members the opportunity to network, and participate in an education component presented by a subject matter expert. Occasionally I am asked “what happens if something happens to you?” Through networking I have many resources available to me should I need a replacement due to an illness or personal emergency.