About Me

Born and raised alongside the ocean, amidst the fog, and ancient Redwood forests of Northern California, where the majesty of the Creator is alive and radiant,  I later earned a degree in Literature and have a deep collection of books, poems, and quotes that I draw upon during the creative process of writing ceremonies.

Also, a  returned Peace Corps Volunteer (Romania 1999-2001) I travel extensively, ever observing the ways in which people honor, give thanks, and pray.  A former radio journalist with an emphasis on human-interest stories, I know that letting  intuition guide interviews - listening without projecting or judging - allows for the authentic tale to be told.  This is as much true for interpersonal communication as it is in journalism as it is in the process of being a celebrant. I have also promoted parties in New York City, am a master of ceremonies for events, and created and produce an annual community gathering in Northern California.  Every step of the journey is the journey.

Reveling in the simple act of existing, I like to comb my hair outside, write letters, and blow bubbles with my little niece and nephew. If you are getting married, I look forward to getting to know you.  Since 2003 I have been performing wedding ceremonies, bridging the differences between families and   bringing out the highest vibration of the group - - it's a hopeful, sacred, and uniting position.

After meeting with you, I will create a questionnaire tailored to your specific energy and interests.  Tapping in to what you have to say, I will write a ceremony that reflects your ideals, brings out the essence of your identity, the heart of who you as a couple are and what you bring to the world;  a ceremony that projects your infinite-ness.

Bless you!

What We Need is LOVE ~

Joellen