Hello Dr. Dave,

Just wanted to thank you for a very nice ceremony. Everyone was very pleased.

Another couple is planning to go to the outerbanks next year for their wedding and were waiting to hear about our experience. You can be sure we will be sending them to you. Once again, thanks for a lovely ceremony. Leigh, Christina, Marsha and family

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Ceremony Resources...

If you would like to look over some samples to use as you see appropriate, just click on the links below. You can find a typical Ceremony Outline, sample Vows and Readings. I hope these are helpful to you.

Dave, Thank you very much for everything. It worked out perfect for us today. And what you did with the ceremony was great. Yes it was short, but sometimes its the quality that counts. The timing was perfect. Thanks again. Al & Jeanne

NC Marriage License Requirments...

* You must obtain your marriage license from the Register of Deeds office in any North Carolina county in order to get married in the state of North Carolina.

* Your marriage license is then valid for the next 60 days.

* You must bring your marriage license to the wedding. After the ceremony the Wedding Officiant, the newlyweds and the two witnesses will sign it. The Wedding Officiant keeps the marriage license and returns it to the appropriate Register of Deeds.

* To know exactly what you need to aquire your marriage license, contact one of these offices; Dare County Register of Deeds : 252-475-5970 or Currituck County Register of Deeds : 252-232-3297.

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Are You Having A Beach Ceremony?

**If you are planning on a beach ceremony south of Nags Head, you may want to look at the following site regarding fees and regulations as it is deemed a National Parks Seashore. www.nps.gov/caha/fees.html

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Is Any Part Of Your Wedding In Duck?

**The Town of Duck has recently implemented a wedding-related event registration policy. A wedding-related gathering is defined as 50 or more people in a private residence in the Town of Duck. Examples include pre- and post-wedding parties, rehearsal dinners, wedding ceremonies, wedding receptions, and brunches. All wedding-related events must be registered with the Town of Duck Department of Community Development at least thirty (30) days before the event date. To learn more or to access the necessary registration forms go to: www.townofduck.com/planningzoning.htm .

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What Other Vendors Do You Need?

Over the last 6 years I have worked with many vendors in the Outer Banks wedding industry. So if you would like a referral to help you find the right photographer, great food, an excellent coordinator or the best sounds...all you have to do is ask. Or if you would like to do your own research, here are some helpful websites;

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Thank you so much. You were great! Just what we were looking for...someone laid back and goes with the situation. We had a great time on the beach. We are planning on returning to the outer banks every year for our anniversary. Kimberly