What makes you so different?-Part three

“What makes you so different from any other officiant?”

It’s been a little while since I’ve posted to my blog but I certainly did not forget about it! I have discussed two things that make me different than any other officiant. First, I wrote about my ceremony structure and the adding in of your personal story. Then, I wrote about my rituals and how I create them to fit you. Tonight I finish off my blog series about what makes me different from other officiants!

3. Writing Time

Upon doing some research I learned that many officiants spend between 10 to 15 hours of work writing a wedding ceremony. Some spend less time than this! As a Celebrant, I devote 25 to 30 hours on your ceremony. It might seem like a lot of time but my clients are worth every second. During those hours I spend my time hovering over a computer, sitting in a library, and calling my connections to research rituals that will be unique for each couple. This means tons of notes (think back to all your days in school) and my ceremonies are the tests I’m preparing for.

Once I have done the research, I spend time at the computer writing. I start with one draft then revise and edit several times before it gets sent to my couples. When it is finally sent out for final approval, you can be assured that I have spent a lot of time on research and draft writing meaning that there should only be a few changes that need to be made by you, the couple.

After you have read the draft, sent me your thoughts, changes, and so on, I revise it yet again, for a final time. This is the ceremony that will be presented at your wedding. You have full control over it during my writing process and can change or add anything you like. I take my time to add in all to details you wish or remove any you wish to keep out.

Your love and journey is important and should be presented with care on the day of your wedding. Taking my time, 10 to 30 hours, I create a ceremony that you, your family, and friends will love!