Category Archives: Ceremony

Sophisticated Fun in San Diego :: Hotel Palomar

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Drew

We recently had the pleasure of crashing San Diego, CA and checking out a property that was new to us, Hotel Palomar.  Our entire guest experience was amazing from the service to the food to the eye candy of rich … Continue reading →

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A Modern Venue for Your Modern Union

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Drew

We found a new venue and we think you’re gonna like it! The Clayton on the Park is located right in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale nestled in between the iconic restaurant AZ-88 and the trendy Hotel Theodore.  You … Continue reading →

  • amelia said:

    Beautiful venue. Another modern and unique venue would be to hire or buy a marquee which is decorated to your own unique individual tastes as a couple :)

    {August 9, 2011}

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Planning A Wedding Surprise :: Part 3

Posted on January 6, 2011 by Cicely

Guest Blogger :: Drew Holcombe Waller landed in Phoenix at around 9 o’clock the morning of our wedding.  We took him toLa Grande Orange for some breakfast and put him up in the Hotel Valley Ho.  We then sent Andy to run … Continue reading →

About Cicely

Cicely Rocha.Miller is the founder of MRSter.com and is the owner and senior consultant of an event and wedding planning company based in Phoenix, Arizona called Life Design Event Planning. She specializes in celebrations of all types including hetero and gay weddings or commitment ceremonies.
  • Susan Amestoy said:

    Hi,
    I am writing a book called “So…How Did You Meet Anyway?” It is a collection of people’s “how we met” stories.
    I have posted the stories which have been sent in on;
    So…How Did You Meet Anyway?
    http://wwwsohowdidyoumeet.blogspot.com/
    I am always shopping for stories and I would like to add yours. Please check out the site, and if you would like to contribute your “how we met” story contact me at;
    susan.amestoy@gmail.com
    I really want your story:)
    Happy New Year and…congratulations!
    Susan

    {January 19, 2011}

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Gay Wedding Officiant

Posted on July 6, 2010 by Cicely

I recently received an email from a gentleman who is an LGBT-friendly pastor in Tucson, Arizona. He asks, “I want to open a commitment ceremony chapel. What certification does the LGBT community want me to have?” Since our stubborn state … Continue reading →

About Cicely

Cicely Rocha.Miller is the founder of MRSter.com and is the owner and senior consultant of an event and wedding planning company based in Phoenix, Arizona called Life Design Event Planning. She specializes in celebrations of all types including hetero and gay weddings or commitment ceremonies.
  • Cicely Rocha.Miller said:

    Hey Shannon, I look forward to hearing the response from the gentleman who asked the question. Let’s get some clarity, shall we?

    Chad, I will say that I am so grateful that Hey Bartender is so involved in the community. Although, PourMasters IS on our FABuLIST and they did donate and participate in this past April’s Pride Wedding Expo in Phoenix. So it looks like we have another great allies!

    {July 7, 2010}
  • Chad Zaneis said:

    I dont know of any special certification available, but I just wanted to drop in and say if anyone knows of any type I too would be interested! As far as I know we are the only insured Bartending Service in Arizona that even cares about doing comittment ceremonies. I know for sure that we are the ONLY ones that spend our advertising dollars with Pride Guide and we participate/network with GPGLCC and One Community as well!
    Cheers,
    Chad Zaneis
    Owner – Hey Bartender! LLC

    {July 7, 2010}
  • Shannon said:

    I have questions:

    #1 Does the Pastor want to know if there are special LGBTQ Certifications for our unions? To my knowledge it would just be an "ordained minister", or pastor, priest, etc. For example, or officiate was ordained online.

    OR

    #2 Do you mean what can be utilized as a marriage certificate seeing as that AZ does not "allow" for a marriage license? If yes, then our officiate created one for us. She had a very professional looking one like the ones provided to the lucky "hetero" couples and then a super fabulous one that she created which we prefered. We signed it, as did she, and our Maid of Honors as witnesses. We have it framed.

    OR

    #3 Do you mean he wants to know what certifications are needed to open up a LGBTQ Friendly wedding chapel? For that I am unsure. I know some churches are LGBTQ friendly, and some are the opposite. If it were an LGBTQ friendly wedding chappel, I’m not sure if that would be considered a "church" which is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization.

    I would like to know the answers as well…anyone out there?

    {July 7, 2010}

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Featured Modern Union :: Drew and Andrew’s Wedding

Posted on June 14, 2010 by admin

FABuLIST member and MRSter advisory boardmember Drew recently married his long time partner Andrew. The emotion and fun captured on film by the incredibly talented Sergio Photographer is palpable! Here are several shots of their big day. There are many … Continue reading →

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Unity Candle for the Ceremony :: Planning Tip

Posted on March 17, 2010 by Cicely

I was at a client’s house yesterday, and she proceeded to give me all of the supplies for her wedding ceremony. She handed me her unity candle kit which consisted of two candle tapers, two taper holders and one large … Continue reading →

About Cicely

Cicely Rocha.Miller is the founder of MRSter.com and is the owner and senior consultant of an event and wedding planning company based in Phoenix, Arizona called Life Design Event Planning. She specializes in celebrations of all types including hetero and gay weddings or commitment ceremonies.
  • Amy AZ LMT said:

    Oh my Cicely! It’s SO good that you checked that…in fact…as a former wedding/event professional myself…I suggested that brides/grooms test out anything and EVERYTHING that can be tested. SO smart, and saves time and money…and possible frustration or embarrassment. Kudos Cic!
    xo!
    ~amy

    {March 17, 2010}

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Wedding Traditions Meet Modern Union

Posted on September 16, 2009 by Drew

Guest Blogger :: Drew When we think about weddings, we think about traditions. Some practices are more popular than others and most couples pick and choose the ones that mean the most to them. Andy and I have been thinking … Continue reading →

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    {May 7, 2010}
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    {April 20, 2010}

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Don’t be afraid to go UNconventional

Posted on June 24, 2009 by Joey

We have all been to the traditional wedding ceremony and reception and I don’t know about any of you, but I am over it! When planning your special day don’t be afraid to be daring, out of the norm, and … Continue reading →

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