June 1, 2026
Love Power Love is the most transforming power of human life. Through my career, I have listened to story after story of how couples met and later married. Some of those stories have stayed with me because they reveal something extraordinary about the power of love. A man sees a woman crossing the street and…
May 4, 2026
Washington DC Tiny Wedding I left my house early so I could arrive 30 minutes ahead of time. I exited my Uber, waited to cross the street, and walked toward the DC War Memorial. As I walked up, I saw Shanikka, Yam, and Jeremiah already there. Upon seeing them, a smile came across my…
April 8, 2026
Clément & Laura’s Short-Notice Tiny Wedding Washington, DC — Park Ceremony It was a chilly day in March, yet perfect for an outdoor elopement. I got there early like I always do. The park was moving with the typical walkers, joggers, and those gathering to chat. Still, it held a quietness. Clément stood with…
February 1, 2026
How the Presence of ICE is Impacting the Wedding Industry This isn’t a political rant.It’s about my livelihood. I’m a wedding officiant, and I’m a senior citizen who still has to work. This business supplements my retirement income. Lately, that income has dropped. I don’t need statistics to see it. The phone rings less….
January 3, 2026
Shacking Up Without Marrige Rights There are some conversations we don’t like to have in loving relationships. This is one of them. Living together without legal protection. We love talking about building a life together—building a home together, having children, building a dream together. What people fail to talk about is the importance of…