Marriage laws in New Mexico and Colorado are very similar. Procuring your license is easy (I’m happy to answer questions about the process) and can be done even the same day of your ceremony (be sure county offices will be open) if you want to cut it close. In Colorado you can only get the . . .
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Who would have thought that little old New Mexico (we’re actually the fifth largest state, who knew?) would break down the discriminatory barriers to gay marriage in a unique way. Last week’s Taos News had the banner headline, “Taos ruling makes marriage legal for all.” There were gay weddings taking place in front of the . . .
I’ve had the pleasure of working as a wedding officiant at a trio of venerable Santa Fe wedding destinations this summer. If you’re searching for the perfect getaway venue, a unique wedding location, or the ultimate destination for your luxury ceremony in the Santa Fe area, then here are some possibilities to consider. The Four . . .
Winter in the Sangre de Cristo mountains offers opportunities for observation and solitude which for me engenders endless contemplation. Whether on cross country skis, snowshoes or hiking boots with Yaktrax – conditions vary widely – the key is to get out there. Winter in the forested mountains is a time of simplicity. The dormancy and . . .
Time for reflection equals rejuvenation, at least for me! Last summer I had the opportunity to join a small group of friends for a week canoeing 100 miles down the Green River to its confluence with the Colorado River. The theme for the trip was simplicity. Our days were filled with swimming, gentle paddling, floating, . . .
On a recent snowshoe hike into the forests of the Sangre de Cristo mountains above Taos I found a remarkable pair of trees, a duo likely overlooked by most for what they are – a couple. In a perfect “V” these two trees grew out of the ground to stand beside one another in support . . .
I have finally moved into my dream house – SpiriTaos – here in Taos, New Mexico, the culmination of many years of detailed planning. Actually I moved in July 1, 2012 but travel and extensive summer work with my wedding celebrant business kept me from completing the process of putting down my roots. Marrying couples . . .
The Northern New Mexico Wedding Expo – 2012 would be an excellent resource for anyone planning a wedding in 2012 or beyond. As a Taos, New Mexico wedding officiant I’ll be attending in order to network with the many vendors who will be in attendance. The event is being presented by The Wedding Guide of . . .
There’s no magic de-stressing pill you can pop as you plan your wedding day nor is there an instant cure on the day of your wedding ceremony. But there’s plenty you can do as preventive measures. Your marriage celebrant can help both before and during your wedding ceremony. If you’re managing most of the plans . . .
I’m currently working on two ceremonies where children will play a key role – and both in very different ways. Including children adds great warmth and emotion to your wedding ceremony and provides opportunities for lighthearted and humorous moments. Officiating weddings in Taos, Denver or anywhere in between I find children are a universal element. . . .
