Aly Wagner & Adam Eyre
Honuala’i Estate
Hawaii, HI

We are forever grateful to you for making the beginning of our life-long commitment so memorable.  Our ceremony could not have been more perfectly scripted and meaningful.  Not being from traditional religious backgrounds, you did an amazing job of tying our spirituality in with certain ceremonial elements we wanted included.  Cathy, you were the perfect minister.

The reception was perfect as well.  All we wanted was a great party, and that was exactly what we got.  Everything, from the d.j. to the caterer, was spot on to what we had desired.  You know it’s funny, you hear so many horror stories of things going awry on the wedding day that we prepared ourselves to be ready to handle some unforeseeable hiccup, but everything went so incredibly smoothly.  You guys were on the ball and had planned for everything.  It was such a huge relief to us that we never had to stress about the details.  I know it must have been especially hard planning for a couple that was so difficult to get a hold of!  We have no idea how you pulled it off without a glitch, but you did. 

And beyond that, you put together the most amazing and perfect week leading up to the ceremony.  We knew we wanted our wedding to be more than just one night.  It was important for us to celebrate with our family and friends as much as possible.  You guys did a great job at helping us come up with and organize events that brought us all together.  By the time the wedding rolled around we were already one big family.  What more could we have asked for?! 

You guys were truly a pleasure to work with.  We both loved your passion and vision, and more importantly, we loved our positive energy.  You guys always seemed to have smiles on your faces and managed to allay us of any fears we had.  The only question now is,  will you be up for planning our vow renewal ceremony every 5 years?!
 

Shelle & Brian Ball
The Hideaway Country Club
La Quinta, CA

Margo & Brian Abbott
The Viceroy
Palm Springs

April & Ben Cauthen
La Quinta Resort & Club
La Quinta, CA

Hideaway Golf Club
La Quinta, CA
 

You just can underestimate the importance of having a coordinator who is knowledgeable about the various vendors in the area, particularly if you're planning a destination wedding wedding.  Cathy is so organized and thorough, as well as a creative source of brainstorming ideas.  She is also very flexible and comfortable with both traditional and non-traditional wedding elements.

Cathy had a wonderful calming effect on us in the weeks leading up to, and on the day of, the event.  We had the wedding of our dreams and could not have done it without her!

Recently my partner and I planned a wedding to celebrate our love for one another.  As this was not a typical marriage, we were looking for a minister and wedding planner who would be able to create a beautiful, inspirational ceremony.  We luckily found Cathy and instantly knew that she was the perfect person for the job.  When we first started talking to Cathy (before we hired her), she was genuinely interested in getting to know each of us and "our story."   She was professional, yet she was able to really get to know us on a personal level. 

 It was so easy to talk to Cathy and plan the celebration with her.  She was very creative and offered fantastic suggestions, but was willing to do what was in our minds as well.  Cathy understood that this was "our wedding" and we could tell that she wanted to make it a celebration to remember.   Cathy met with us several time prior to the wedding and we send numerous emails back and forth as well.  She was always very timely on getting back to us, in fact, was essential in creating a timeline for the day. 

During the ceremony, Cathy was perfect.  She delivered a ceremony that was breathtaking.  Dorry was instrumental in making sure that everything happened smoothly and flawlessly.   In fact, it has been almost a month after the ceremony and we are still getting compliments on what a great job Cathy and Dorry did. 

Thank you for a wedding of a lifetime!!

Bonnie Barkley & Tom Steferak
Private Estate
Cathedral City, CA
 

We wanted to take a moment to thank you for making our wedding celebrations such a wonderful event. We couldn't have done it without your excellent guidance. Your truly helped us create the celebration exactly as we wanted it.  Even watching the video has us in tears. It was so beautiful. Your wonderful communication skills made the process of planning this even from the east coast a delightful process. The ultimate compliment, however, has been from the many guests who have commented that they had "never been to a better wedding!" Your blessing was the highlight of the celebration and we truly appreciate it.
 

We continue to be overwhelmed and grateful for all the love and support that surrounds us, thank you for being a part of that!
 

Michael and I just wanted to thank you again for the amazing experience you provided us during our wedding.  Having waited quite a long time to wed (as you know), we wanted the ceremony to truly forward the deep commitment that we have made to each other with the friends and family that have played a role in it.  With your guidance, we did just that.

We were striving to have a ceremony that was heartfelt, honest, and not too traditional.  The blend of various religions' practices, the words that Michael and I were able to share directly, and the involvement of the entire gathering was the perfect expression of our love.  Thank you for leading the way through it all.

I'm sorry that you and Dory weren't able to join us for the reception (especially since the first toast that we gave as bride and groom was to you!).  It was a fantastic evening.  The food was great, the music was amazing, and the joy was everywhere.  Friends gave very moving toasts, and Jesse and Vonyse even surprised everyone by performing a song they wrote years ago (one they know that is very special to Michael and I).

At one point in the evening I simply stood quietly at the side of reception area and took a scan of the entire scene. There I saw work colleagues chatting with my family members, my running friends dancing with people I grew up with, long-time clients/friends laughing with Michael's family, friends of my parents whom I've known from birth sharing stories with some of my newest friends.  Most had never met each other before that night, and yet found a strong, natural, common joy.  We could not have asked for more.

Again, Cathy, we can't thank you enough for all you did for our special day.  For two people who realize that we are each others' destiny, it seems that your presiding over our ceremony was destiny, as well.

Thanks again for all your help and support during our wedding.  Your contribution was so incredibly fabulous (!!) and we certainly feel like our wedding was the most special day of our lives!!

All our best, Matt & Amy Alfano

Yours, Anne & Michael

"It's just one day from the ceremony. Khari and I are so grateful we found you.  It feels so natural to have your officiating.  Your style, warmth, and charisma will brighten an already fabulous day.  Thank you for your presence - "

"Two days after the wedding and Khari and I are still glowing! Family and friends we've spoken to since the wedding thought you were wonderful - they just echoed our own feelings - everyone felt like they were part of the ceremony as you invited them to participate - a friend said he feels like he "witnessed something very important" on Saturday - we agree.  You were present when I needed you, even thought I didn't know I would.  Everything flowed with your calm energy overseeing the day. We are honored to have had you marry us. Thank you with much love!"

Justine & Khari

(see their Baby Blessing Ceremony 
- 2 years later!) 

Thank you so much for the wonderful wedding ceremony. It was everything we dreamed of. People have said it was the most personal wedding they've ever been to. 
Thanks for helping us make it perfect"


 

Thank you for a special wedding celebration.  Even thought I felt frantic, nervous and weird, as soon as the ceremony started I calmed down and appreciated your unique talent and am grateful!  Thank you!