For the couple who is seeking a simple wedding ceremony. Choose your ceremony from six samples.
This package differs from the Basic Ceremony in that it includes a more elaborate section for
the vows and ring exchange. The wording is particularly beautiful and is popular with many couples
and guests. However, this standard ceremony does not contain any of the elements that bring other
people into the ceremony that add symbolism and/or cultural richness (i.e. Unity Candles,
breaking the glass, sharing wine/water/food, tying the knot, jumping the broom,
religious elements, etc.), though one of these options could be added for an additional $25 fee.
Religious or non-religious. Since this ceremony is not personalized, it does not require
preliminary work or meeting with the couple. Includes unlimited emails and limited
telephone consultations and filing of the marriage license.

Do-It-Yourself/Semi-Custom Package:  $275.00

For the couple who is interested in putting together their own custom ceremony, but needs a little direction.
You can create your own ceremony using my extensive collection of vows, ceremonies and readings,
and follow the outline I provide. I recommend this option only if you are comfortable with your own
ability to put together a complete wedding ceremony using the resources I provide. I will provide minor
editing of your “rough draft”, turning it into a beautiful, custom ceremony. Your final approval
must be received no later than two weeks prior to the ceremony or additional charges will be incurred.
Includes unlimited emails and limited telephone consultations to decide if any, elements you want in
your ceremony, final customization of your ceremony script and filing of the marriage license.
Please note elements are an additional fee of $25. Each.  

Custom Package:  $325

For the couple who is seeking a more personalized wedding ceremony. Your final approval must be received
no later than two weeks prior to the ceremony or additional charges will be incurred. Includes unlimited
emails and telephone consultations to decide what elements (up to 2) you want in your ceremony,
custom ceremony script, and filing of the marriage license.

All customized ceremonies start at this level. Increases in level and cost come about only if either
1) ongoing changes require ongoing work, or 2) I am given less than three weeks to prepare
a complex ceremony. I work with your attendants, family, friends, service providers, and/or various
site coordinators to make sure that there is a smooth flow from before the ceremony starts to its conclusion.

Extreme Customized Package:  $450 and up

Some people want and need to be in control of all aspects of their wedding and have frequent contact with me.
Others want to create a ceremony that is so complex, so different, or so unusual that it is obvious to
everyone that this is not your typical traditional wedding. You may want your hand held up to the last moment.
If this is the case, this is the level you should be thinking of. Please contact me for details.

Theme Package add on: $50 and up

This is an addition to either the custom or extreme customized package.  If a costume is required, all costume
rental fees are the responsibility of the customer and must be paid for in full prior to the costume rental. 
Also you will provide the location of the costume shop, within reason, to my location. If I must find the
costume on myself then there is an additional $25 fee for that. 

Additional Services

Elements:  $25, each

Unity Candle Ceremony

Rose Ceremony

Sand Ceremony

Wine Ceremony

Water Ceremony

Salt Ceremony

Breaking Bread Ceremony

Garland or Lei Ceremony

Circling

Broom Jumping

Lasso Ceremony

Witness

(if you know of an element not listed, then please ask about it)

Including Children in the ceremony

Parent Honoring (No additional charge for this element)

Rehearsal:  $25, $50 or $100

An initial run-through usually takes about 15 minutes, and a quick second run-through usually takes
another 10 – 15 minutes. This all depends on everyone being present within a short time after the
rehearsal is scheduled. Please make sure that everyone who is needed will be present when they’re expected.
If the rehearsal doesn't start within 10 – 15 minutes of the scheduled starting time, then you are on your own!

For a “mini-rehearsal” that takes place 30 – 60 minutes beforehand on the day of the wedding,
there is a $25 charge. A 30-minute rehearsal is $50, or – if you’ve got members of your bridal party who are
notoriously late or a particularly complex ceremony – you may want to book my services for an extended
rehearsal of up to 1-1/2 hours for $100.

 
Saying a blessing at the reception...or not:  No fee

Many people are unsure of whether or not to invite me to a reception following the wedding.
Some people not only want me at the reception; they expect me. I am almost always available to stay.
Other people consider me to have done my job following the ceremony. Often the expense of or space
available for including me as a guest is unreasonable. I totally understand such situations.

If you want me to attend your reception, please let me know at your earliest possible convenience.
If you can't accommodate me, please also let me know that my services are completed either
following the ceremony or following hors d'oeuvres.

Exclusive booking rights for your entire day:   $150

Having exclusive booking rights gives some brides the peace of mind that I have no other commitments on that day,
especially if you’re concerned that your ceremony may not start on time. This could also allow for a
full rehearsal (up to 1-1/2 hours) on the day of the wedding, at any time after 9 a.m. but sooner than
two hours before the scheduled ceremony start time, as well as saying a blessing at the reception (if desired).
Time limit of exclusivity is 8 hours for me to be at your location.

One extra hour of time:   $50

This extra hour is helpful if you are worried that your ceremony may not start on time,
or if you just want the extra peace of mind of having your officiant arrive earlier than usual or stay later.
This extra hour may also be used to do a 30-minute rehearsal that takes place up to two hours
before the scheduled ceremony start time.

Reservations

Reservations and Retainer Fees

A retainer fee (also called a deposit) of $150.00 MUST be paid in advance and is required,
along with a signed contract, to book a date and time for a wedding. (deposit is applied toward total fee).
 Retainer fees are not refundable should the wedding be cancelled for any reason.
Payment in full in the form of cash or cashier’s check is due one week prior to ceremony date.
If balance is not received one week before the wedding date then time and date reservations are
cancelled and may be booked by other parties, without exception and without notice.
If you need to make partial payments, you may do so as long as you have paid in full one week
prior to ceremony date. Reservations made with less than 14 days remaining until the wedding
require a 100% non-refundable payment. There is a $45 return check fee on all returned checks.

You may also make your payment by credit card online. Go to: www.paypal.com.
There will be an additional $10 fee to cover costs associated with PayPal.
The retainer fee should be sent to: mystirtn@yahoo.com.

You will receive a notice a notice (via mail or email if available) acknowledging the receipt
of the retainer fee and confirming your date and time booking. A copy of this document in its entirety
will be returned to you by First Class Mail within 30 business days.

Refusal

I reserve to right to refuse any request for a reservation and I further reserve the right to
refuse to perform any service that I am not comfortable with, even though a reservation was accepted.
If a wedding service that has been reserved is not performed, then a refund shall be due in the same form received.

Late Fees

I will charge an additional $50 per half hour if I have to wait more than 30 minutes past the
scheduled starting time of any ceremony. My ability to wait more than 30 minutes will be solely
at my discretion. I may waive the late charge, at my discretion. No refund will be given if I am not
able to perform the ceremony because of any delays within the stipulated time period.

Travel and Expenses

Any travel of over 20 miles or more than 30 minutes (one way) from my home address shall be
charged at 75 cents per mile (round trip). Mileage and/or travel time are determined by using Yahoo maps.
All toll expenses are also the responsibility of the client. Additional travel expenses may include
a one- or two-night hotel stay,(must be a 2 or 3 star hotel) if the rehearsal and/or wedding are more than 100 miles away.
These details MUST be discussed prior to signing of contract. (Hotel accommodations are required for any
of the following conditions:  a) If the wedding is before 11 a.m. and more than 100 miles away
for the night before the wedding; b) If the wedding is after 6:30 p.m. and more than 100 miles
away for the night after the wedding; c) If the wedding is more than 100 miles and service
is requested for rehearsal the night before the wedding.) All travel expenses should be
included in the total ceremony cost and need to be paid prior to the ceremony.

Cancelation Fees

2 weeks or more prior to wedding                                Amount of Deposit

1 week to 2 weeks prior to wedding            Amount of Deposit plus 10% total fee

48 hrs to 1 week prior to wedding            Amount of Deposit plus 50% of total fee

Less than 48 hrs prior to wedding                                           Total Fee

Cancelation of Elopement                                                     Total Fee 

Other Options for Your Wedding

Copy of the wedding ceremony on parchment paper to file with your wedding keepsakes:  $5

Marriage certificate suitable for framing (frame not included):   $5

(These will be mailed to you within 30 days of the service)

Please contact me
 if there is something you want or need that you didn’t see
here or if you want to discuss possible extenuating
circumstances that we might be able to work around!