A wedding need not be a complex religious ceremony. But a cold, uninspired courthouse isn't the only alternative. Let's chat.
A wedding need not be a complex religious ceremony. But a cold, uninspired courthouse isn't the only alternative. Let's chat.
Hello! My name is Carmen Lane. I am a wedding officiant, a non-denominational minister ordained by Universal Life Church Monastery. I am happy to provide a simple and loving wedding ceremony for any loving couple, virtually anywhere in Washington.
Get married at a local park, at the beach, by the river, in the rainforest, or in the priva
Hello! My name is Carmen Lane. I am a wedding officiant, a non-denominational minister ordained by Universal Life Church Monastery. I am happy to provide a simple and loving wedding ceremony for any loving couple, virtually anywhere in Washington.
Get married at a local park, at the beach, by the river, in the rainforest, or in the privacy and comfort of your own backyard. Have questions or a special request? Call me 360-280-0888.
I will travel to your chosen location to perform your short & sweet wedding, elopement, or vow renewal ceremony. I have no pre-wedding counseling requirements. Contact me when you and your beloved are ready to be married, have your marriage license in hand, and two witnesses. We'll do it!
Fees not included:
I will travel to your chosen location to perform your short & sweet wedding, elopement, or vow renewal ceremony. I have no pre-wedding counseling requirements. Contact me when you and your beloved are ready to be married, have your marriage license in hand, and two witnesses. We'll do it!
Fees not included:
"Local" vs "Remote": Any location within an easy 45-minute drive from my home in Olympia is considered LOCAL and starts at $300. Locations that require 45 minutes or longer or which require any amount of hiking or unpaved road travel or extra effort to reach are considered REMOTE and a travel fee shall apply.
There will be no surprises. Provide the exact details of your ceremony location that can be found via GPS, whether any hiking or off-road travel is required to reach, and I can give a precise quote.
PAYMENTS: Cash or local check, please.
Some counties have started to reopen, but State of Washington is still limiting large public weddings and/or spiritual gatherings due to the pandemic. The reopenings are in a constant state of flux, depending on areas with outbreaks or containment. Please consider holding a simple five-person wedding and having your big celebration party
Some counties have started to reopen, but State of Washington is still limiting large public weddings and/or spiritual gatherings due to the pandemic. The reopenings are in a constant state of flux, depending on areas with outbreaks or containment. Please consider holding a simple five-person wedding and having your big celebration party with all of your beloved your friends and family later on,
SIMPLE FIVE-PERSON WEDDING SUGGESTION:
$300+ - An intimate ceremony/elopement consisting of just you and your beloved fiance, your two witnesses, and your wedding officiant at your chosen location. Hold it outside in a wide open space with sufficient air circulation. Have everyone wear proper PPE and observe social distancing with each household and with officiant. Get married now and have your big celebration party later, after the pandemic is behind us.
QUICK "DRIVE-IN" CEREMONY SUGGESTION:
$300 - Wedding couple and their two witnesses can drive up to my location and remain inside your parked vehicle in my driveway. I will come out in gloves and a mask to greet you and review your marriage paperwork. We will have a simple ceremony and have everyone sign the marriage paperwork in black ink, using your own pens. One household per vehicle is recommended. I have a small driveway so only 2 cars max will fit. This is fast and simple, and next to the DIY option, it is the safest way I can think of for couples who absolutely, positively must get married while trying to maintain utmost social distancing protocol.
DIY SUGGESTION AVAILABLE TO ALL COUPLES:
100% FREE - Ask a trusted friend or family member to become ordained so that he/she may perform your wedding ceremony for you at no cost.
SAFETY FIRST. We're all in this together. ~Carmen
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Governor's memo dated July 28, 2020: https://www.governor.wa.gov/sites/default/files/Memo%20SafeStart%20Ghanges%207.28.pdf?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
COVID-19 Reopening Guidance : https://www.governor.wa.gov/issues/issues/covid-19-resources/covid-19-reopening-guidance-businesses-and-workers
County by County Safe Start Reopening Status: https://coronavirus.wa.gov/what-you-need-know/county-status-and-safe-start-application-process