I would be honored to create the ceremony of your dreams! Feel free to email me at momouse1@outlook.com or call/text me at (805) 895-7428. I usually respond within just a few hours.
Thursday, December 28, 2023

Last Minute Officiant Bailout = Gorgeous SYR Wedding!

 My bride's review tells the story! "One can plan a wedding to the finest of details, but there will be things you don't plan on and you have to roll with the punches. the day before our wedding, our initial officiant (a relative) dropped out due to his own personal struggles. at the "final hour", we were left to find an officiant who we felt represented us. Luckily, my wedding coordinator knew Barbra and put us in touch. Barbra called us that evening for a discussion on what we were looking for. by the sound of her measured and calm voice, we knew we were in good hands!  Just minutes before the ceremony we met Barbra. My now husband and I felt the same about her...we both felt we already knew her and it was as if we had a hundred conversations beforehand, when in fact we only had one. she did not disappoint at the ceremony. she absolutely captured the essence of what we wanted to convey with eloquence and heart. there was a moment when I heard Barbra's voice...
Wednesday, November 15, 2023

"Most amazing wedding EVER!!" at Gorgeous Roblar Winery!

 Gorgeous vines turning golden in the autumn setting sun at the gorgeous Roblar Winery was the perfect backdrop for this joyful couple glowing with love!  It was such an honor to write a very special ceremony for a very special couple.  It was so rewarding to have 30 guests come up to me afterwards and say it was by far the most amazing wedding they had ever experienced...including a wedding planner!  "Brilliant", "could be published" etc were some of the remarks... and this from the groom the day after: "Hello Barbra, thank you so much for such an incredible ceremony!! We are still having people reach out to us saying it was the most beautiful and thoughtful ceremony they have ever heard. Kate and I will never forget the special memory that you helped create for us, and cannot sing your praises high enough.  Thank you again for making our day so magical!  Respectfully, Merrick  Pictures to follow~ ...
Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Gorgeous Wedding Outdoors at Roblar Winery

 Marrying Mariah & Micael was such a treat!  We did a beautiful wine ceremony with the vineyards as a backdrop.   Extra  special as I am a dear friend of the bride's parents.  Here are a few pics of the glorious day! ...
Tuesday, August 15, 2023

Gorgeous Year of Weddings!

 Sharing several pics of the wonderful joining in love I get to be a part of!  It's been a beautiful year for love! ...
Friday, May 13, 2022

Santa Barbara Courthouse Wedding

 The Santa Barbara Courthouse is an iconic and historic place to have your wedding!   I have done so many weddings in a variety of Courthouse locations, including the tower, with spectacular views overlooking the city of Santa Barbara and the harbor and ocean beyond; to the Mural Room, with its historic and almost sacred Spanish art and architecture; to many lovely and lush garden areas, to the elegant stage area, which can be set up with chairs. The Santa Barbara Courthouse is one of the most cost effective venues to hold your wedding, and many iconic Santa Barbara restaurants are within walking distance, should you desire to have your post wedding reception nearby. Truly a classic Santa Barbara wedding! ...
Wednesday, January 19, 2022

2022 weddings, here we come!

  Love is Here to Stay! ...

Gorgeous Sophisticated San Ysidro Ranch Wedding

 Happy New Year to an amazing couple, who have vacationed often at SYR and were engaged there as well.  Such a romantic, elegant and beautiful place!  The bride was absolutely stunning, and sweet as well.   The frosting on the cake was a most generous gift and this lovely card of gratitude: " Thank you for being such an important part of our very special day! We love your energy and coule not have asked for a better officiant.  You are so genuine and true, and you just put Larry and me at ease.  We are so grateful to have met you and we hope we can share some bubbles in the future as Mr. & Mrs.!  Thank you again; we will cherish these memories forever!"  Love, M&L ...