My Story
Thank you for taking the time to check out my website!
Here's a bit of info on me:
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Wedding Background: I officiated my first wedding in 2005 when two of my closest friends invited me to lead their non-religious ceremony. Despite being a bundle of nerves (truly, I was a wreck), the experience turned out to be an amazing privilege. At the reception, seeing their joy reflected in the faces of friends and family left me buzzing. That day sparked something in me, and since then, I’ve been dedicated to crafting heartfelt, memorable services for all.
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I was instantly hooked on something I’d never seen coming—especially since I used to think weddings were inherently lame. Turns out, they don’t have to be! Over the years, I’ve come to love blending old traditions with fresh, modern twists to make each ceremony feel special. I revel in finding just the right words to suit the moment and celebrating the simple beauty of rituals. Every ceremony is a chance to honor a love story in a way that’s true to each couple, and I feel so lucky to be a part of that.
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What started as a few ceremonies for friends and family turned into a stream of referrals. By 2015, I’d officially hung up my nursing scrubs to become a full-time celebrant, and I’ve never looked back. I’ve now had the honor of performing hundreds of weddings, renewals, baby blessings, and funeral services - and I still get misty-eyed goosebumps when everything falls perfectly into place.
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There’s nothing I love more than helping good people honor life’s important moments. Along the way, I’ve met the most amazing couples and families, and each experience teaches me something new. Whether I’m guiding vows or celebrating a life well-lived, I’m grateful every day to do what I do.
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Personal Background: I'm an Iowa transplant and a former hospice nurse. Like so many others, I moved to Colorado for the mountains. In 2009 I married my sugarbutt, Tim, in a lovely ceremony with lightsabers and Tom Waits lyrics. We now live in Fort Collins with our 11 year old son and a small menagerie of pets.
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I spend a lot of my time reading a bit of everything.
I collect cookbooks and spices.
I love music and can't help but dance like nobody's watching.
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I'm a history nerd, fascinated by the stories of Colorado and Fort Collins, architecture, etymology, literature, and the traditions surrounding wedding and funeral customs.
I consider myself a lifelong student of religion, finding more fulfillment in exploring different beliefs than in practicing a single faith. I appreciate each of these lessons and rituals as part of a rich, interconnected whole.​​
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I'm a Trolley Conductor, Motorman, and Lead Trainer for the Fort Collins Municipal Railway.
I would very much like to lead a wedding on a Trolley.
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My guilty pleasure is garbage reality television. My husband (and others) have said that every time I watch one of these shows, a book dies. I don't care.
Case in Point: I was recruited and led a wedding on Season 17 of Married at First Sight on the Lifetime Network.
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I'm a big fan of themed ceremonies - and I've written a ton over the years.
If you have a distinctive vision for your day, I’d love to help bring it to life and celebrate what makes your love story truly one-of-a-kind.
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Professional Credentials:
Colorado Association of Wedding Officiants - Vice President
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Universal Life Church Minister - 2005
Universal Ministries Minister - 2011
Priestess of Dudeism - 2017
Jedi Knight - 2017
Pastafarian Minister - 2018
Church of the SubGenius Minister - 2018
Amazing Love Sanctuary Minister - 2020
(credentials valid in all US states)
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