For the love of stories
ABOUT KATHY
I grew up loving real cameras and photo albums. I’d arrange all my 4x6 prints in chronological order and build my shelf of memories, one photo book at a time.
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When I got married 15 years ago, recording video became part of capturing our family history. Now, as a busy mom of one awesome daughter and 2 crazy pups, preserving memories is more important than ever. Realizing our family story began on our wedding day, made me believe in the power of sharing a couple’s origin story in their ceremony.
I’ve said it a million times but this really is the best job I ever had!
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Fun Facts:
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I was born in ’77 which makes me a Star Wars girl but Marvel has definitely won us over in recent years.
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I say 'hi puppy!' to every dog I meet on the street.
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My husband and I took ballroom dance lessons well
before we were engaged. We still enjoy busting out our moves in the kitchen just to embarrass our daughter
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My favorite bands continue to be U2, Metallica and
Pink Floyd and I am a HUGE stand up comedy fan.
PROFESSIONAL & INCLUSIVE
I am a Justice of the Peace in the state of Connecticut.
I am also a secular minister, ordained by American Marriage Ministries,
an IRS 501c3 certified Church that empowers individuals to perform marriages. I chose this organization because I deeply respect and agree with their major tenets; every couple has the right to marry regardless of race, gender or sexual orientation.
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I support marriage equality for all and happily welcome couples in the LGBTQ community.
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The benefit to having both qualifications is I can officiate in other states, like New York and Rhode Island. I can officiate in Massachusetts as a Justice of the Peace with a one day permission certificate from the state.
Personally, I was raised Roman Catholic but consider myself more
of a spiritual agnostic as an adult. In creating ceremonies, we'll include whatever level of spirituality suits you best, even none at all. I am comfortable with adding mentions of god, bible readings as well as rituals that suit your faith, culture or personality.
Family Selfie
Matt and I on our wedding day, June 6th, 2008
phot credit: Once Like A Spark