Marriage Equality in Washington State! Get Married Starting December 9, 2012 in Seattle...

I am thrilled with the passage of Referendum 74 in the beautiful State of Washington.

With all of you, I celebrate Marriage Equality.

I will be in Seattle on Sunday, December 9th, beginning at 12:01 a.m. to marry wonderful couples. I will be available throughout this first day and the month of December to couples of all paths, faiths and traditions – ceremonies big and small.

To get on my calendar, please give me a call at 425.922.1325.

For more information on securing a marriage license in King County, please go to: http://www.kingcounty.gov/courts/marriage.aspx

My sources at King County say they expect 600 – 1000 couples during the first three days that marriage licenses are available. The King County Marriage License office in downtown Seattle will be open for extended hours on December 6, 7 and 8, 2012.

How do I delicately put this…YEAH!!

More info:  www.marriedbyannemarie.com

Traveling To The Seattle/Puget Sound Area For Your Elopement - 3 Important Things To Know...

If you are a couple traveling to the Seattle/Puget Sound to elope, here are three planning tips to help you have a beautiful and intimate ceremony and celebration, much like Ben and Sarah did on April 4th at a sweet bed and breakfast in Sequim, WA - rain drop, umbrellas and all!

1) Marriage License - Contact the marriage license office at King County for more information at 206 296 4021. You will need to pick up your marriage license before you arrive or have your Officiant pick it up for you. There is a 3-day waiting period from the day your license is issued so if you decide to wait until you land in Seattle to apply for your license, there is a 3-day wait before you can get hitched.

King County Marriage License: http://www.kingcounty.gov/courts/marriage.aspx

2) Selecting A Best Venue: Here are things to consider. Do you want to be married at the top of the Space Needle, waterside on Alki Beach, on a Washington State Ferry or perhaps at your bed and breakfast or hotel? Seattle offers so many romantic and remarkable possibilities along with grand celebration restaurants include Palisade, Canlis and Cafe Campagne, to name a few.

3) Spend Some Time! Don't rush to get back home (if possible!) Plan to spend a few days (like Ben and Sarah did) to explore the area and to have a few adventures. You will not have an opportunity like this ever again to enjoy your "just married" status so kick up your heels and celebrate, as big as possible!

Fabulous Photo: Mitzi at Firstlight Photography - www.firstlight-photography.com

Your Marriage License: Don't Forget The "3-Day Waiting Rule" In Washington State

Okay, this isn't the most romantic topic to discuss, and here it goes!

Simply put, if you are being married in Washington State, you will need a valid marriage license.

Please remember that there is a "3-day waiting period" from the date your marriage license is issued.

Many couples don't realize this and I wouldn't be surprised if many "freak out" the week of their wedding because they have been putting this task off until the last minute.

So, depending on the date of your ceremony, make the time to visit your County Auditor and secure your license with no fretting about time!