Questions, answered.

Yes. The Texas State Law Library has found no Texas law that requires the officiant to be in the same room as the couple. You get a real Texas marriage license, I officiate your ceremony over Zoom, and I file the signed license with the county clerk. It's the same legal marriage as any other Texas wedding.

Both of you need to be together in Texas during the ceremony, with a Texas marriage license. I only perform ceremonies for couples in Texas. Anywhere in the state works: your living room, your porch, your backyard. Your guests can watch from anywhere in the world.

Apply together, in person, at any Texas county clerk's office. Bring a valid photo ID. Fees and other requirements vary by county, so check with the clerk before you go. A license from any Texas county works anywhere in Texas. See the full process

Yes. There's a 72-hour wait after the license is issued before the ceremony can happen, and the license is good for 90 days. You skip the wait if either of you is active-duty military or works for the Department of Defense (as an employee or contractor), if you complete a state-approved premarital education course (which also lowers the license fee), or if a judge signs a written waiver. Your county clerk can confirm which applies to you.

No. Texas doesn't require witnesses. Invite as many or as few people as you like.

Special rules apply. Reach out and I'll walk you through your options. Military weddings

As soon as you have a date in mind. Short notice is often possible, so ask even if your date is close.

Yes, and I love it when couples do. I marry each couple in their own words, built around the values they hold dear. We'll talk by phone, Zoom, or email to shape the words and the details you want.

Either. Your ceremony reflects what matters to you two, whether that includes faith, a favorite reading, or simply your own promises.

Yes. Every couple is welcome here.

Each of you gets a private, one-on-one guided relaxation session with me before the ceremony, so you both walk into your vows calm and fully present. You stay awake, aware, and in control the whole time. About Calm Before the Vows

A laptop or tablet on a steady surface, a good internet connection, and a quiet spot with light in front of you. A few days before, we'll do a quick tech check from the spot where you'll stand.

By a link you share with them. They can watch from anywhere, even other states or overseas. I'll help you set up the link and invitation.

Every ceremony has a phone backup plan, so the ceremony goes on.

Yes, with everyone's okay. A recording is included with The Gathering. Ask about adding one to any other ceremony.

Every couple is different, so I don't list prices here. There's an option for every budget. Reach out and I'll walk you through them.

Payment is by Zelle. To hold your date, a non-refundable deposit of 50% is due when you book, and the balance is due 7 days before your ceremony. If your ceremony is less than 7 days away, payment in full is due when you book. I'll confirm everything with you in writing by email before you pay.

Payments are non-refundable. Life happens, though: if you need to reschedule, let me know as soon as possible and we'll work it out case by case.

After the ceremony, send me your signed license right away by expedited, trackable shipping (at your cost). Texas requires the officiant to return it to the county clerk within 30 days of the ceremony, so please don't wait. I'll complete my part and file it as soon as it arrives. Once it's filed, you can order certified copies of your marriage certificate from the county.