I am a state certified, spiritually inclusive, non-denominational ordained minister that specializes in writing and performing non-traditional wedding ceremonies and spiritual rituals. I do not belong to an organization that promotes a particular religion, spiritual tradition, or philosophy and I work with all types of people from various backgrounds and walks of life. I’m happy to celebrate your love in whatever way you want and seek to make your day truly magical for you and your partner(s).

My personal practice I classify as a mix of Nature-based spirituality and ritualism, Eastern philosophy, Paganism, folk customs, quantum physics, witch lore, and mythology. I was raised religiously Southern Baptist and spiritually Appalachian folk magic- granny craft. At the age of eleven, I was gifted my first tarot deck and started a regular meditation practice that continues to this day. I began studying yoga, astrology, Druid magic, and Jungian shadow work in my teens; and over the past three decades, I have trained and studied in many different cultural and spiritual traditions, participated in classes and workshops, and expanded my knowledge and practice.     

I have a Bachelor’s degree in History with a focus on philosophy, religion, research, and writing; I’m a 200-hr Certified Yoga Instructor; Usui Reiki practitioner; Certified Meditation and Breathwork Coach; Certified Ayurveda Nutrition Coach; and have certificates and training in Western Astrology, Herbalism, and Tarot. I love helping people set up their own personal practice of healing, creation, and spiritual connection.  I have planned and led various types of workshops and programming professionally over the past decade; facilitated classes and groups; and have designed themed events for a variety of celebrations.

My dharma path is that of Researcher, Artist, and Entertainer. My Big Three are Scorpio Sun, Sagittarius Moon, and Libra rising. I play the ukulele and sing in an eight-piece Skiffle band, campaign as an Eladrin Cleric or a Halfling Barbarian, write, make art, craft spells, hike, dance, practice yoga, cook, and enjoy photography and traveling. I have many tattoos, including a pink peony on the side of my head; consider myself a metalhead but listen to many genres of music; belong to many nerdy fandoms; Christmas/Yule is my favorite holiday because pretty, pretty lights; I’m possibly obsessed with soup; and I’ve never met a potato I didn’t like. I’m a mother and married my high school sweetheart eighteen years ago and counting.

For my own wedding, the officiant was…we’ll say, not the right fit for us. He was a pastor that had agreed to conduct a non-religious ceremony and then attempted to proselytize to me while I was getting ready- like, putting my makeup on, mascara wand in hand- and convince me to include his god in our ceremony. This conversation ended with me very upset, sternly saying, “I’d like you to perform the ceremony that we already agreed upon.” Unfortunately, he hadn’t put much effort into this non-religious ceremony. The reading was choppy and unimpassioned, the unity ritual was generic, and the man was so distraught by the end that he presented my new husband and I by my maiden name and not my husband’s last name as discussed. It wasn’t a total shit show- the meaning behind the day saved it- but it wasn’t a good ceremony, and has been memorable for all the wrong reasons.

I started The Vow Witch Weddings & Rituals, Ltd. because I love ritual and I love LOVE. I think both are the crux of our human existence. Ritual transforms everyday events into sacred moments and serves as a reminder that we design our own lives. I want to help you craft a ritual that expresses your love, honors your commitment, and supports this next step in your relationship. A ceremony you’ll want to remember because it transformed a custom practiced around the world into your own unique, sacred event. There can be no woo-woo or a lot of woo-woo. You can recite your vows in English or Klingon. I can read a love poem, a chapter of the Tao Te Ching, or your favorite passage from Lord of the Rings. Whether you want to cast runes under a full moon or fishing lines at the family pond, I’ll perform the ceremony you and your partner helped to create.

I do not perform religious ceremonies. This means Christian, Buddhist, Hindu, Muslim, Jewish, etc. I am open to incorporating certain traditions or aspects into your ceremony to honor your ancestors or upbringing, but otherwise, you should find a religious leader of your faith to perform your ceremony. I do not read Bible scripture, Barbara. And I do not worship Satan, but also Hail Yourself. We are ALL divine beings having a human experience and there is not one valid mode in which to travel through the Cosmos.