What People Are Saying
"Ellen and I cannot thank you enough for helping to make our wedding getaway in St. John the most amazing experience of our lives. It has been almost 1 year since we were lucky, and privilaged, enough to have you as our wedding official. Your service, the island of St. John, were like a gift from above.
We were reminded of you tonight when WE SAW YOU ON THE TRAVEL CHANNEL! I just happened to flip to the Travel Channel when they were ranking the best Carribean resorts. Number 4 was Caneel Bay and there you were performing a wedding!
Anyway, thank you again for the wonderful service you blessed us with at Hawk's Nest Beach.
Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you.
"
bill and ellen
Barefoot Beach Wedding
"Thank you for your help & guidance along the way in planning our perfect wedding in paradise
God Bless
"
Phil & Beth
Freeland, MI



"Although it was just the two of us, you made our ceremony truly special and memorable"
Best Wishes,

Maureen & Bradford Bascom,
Melrose, MA

Villa Wedding
"If we could have dreamed up a perfect day, a perfect ceremony, and a more perfect minister, it would have happened exactly the way ours did. You are such a passionate and loving person and we feel fortunate to have shared our incredible day with you"
Mike & Kati Hagley

Trunk Bay Beach
"Thank you so much for the beautiful wedding. It was perfect in every way! You are a very special person, and our ceremony was glorious."
Zahra & Warren Pierce
Dublin, CA


Dear Anne Marie,
"Since being home we've been to two traditional weddings. In both cases the bride and groom told us they wished they had gone on a destination wedding. After telling them how stress free everything was the women admitted they were a little envious. You made our big day so memorable, and beautiful words can never express how graciously humbled we are. You exceeded our expectations by far. Thanks again and all our blessings."

Mr. & Mrs. Peter Grasso

"Let me start by saying the ceremony that you shared with my daughter Tracy Tousignant and Don Decker cannot be defined in words... and you also took out of your precious time to explain to the ring bearer regarding the treasures of your island. "

"It was a beautiful moment in our lives, the union of two people brought together on Hawknest Bay. We try to tell everyone the special meaning that was shared between you and the newly married couple and the people in attendance...And you really are an ANGEL."
Bless you Anne Marie,
Paul and Betty Tousignant (Parents
)

"I just wanted to thank you so much for making our wedding day such a special one! We had so much fun with you and Sonja, and couldn't have dreamed it would be so perfect!"
Susannah & Giles Griffiths
Washington, D.C.

"I wanted to thank you again for making our wedding extra special. It was even more fulfilling than I had dreamed. I was astonished at the connection you made with Bernd and I. Thanks again for making our Island Wedding Dream come true."
Jenny & Bernd Koerner


Hawksnest Beach



"We really really want to thank you for all you did for us on our wedding day, it was fantastic and we'll never forget the day."
Ben & Alane Merriman
Minnesota

"When Dave and I came to St John via Windjammer cruises on March 26,2002, as you said you would, you met us at the dock and immediately put us at ease. We had been somewhat stressed by the wedding plans made with someone we had never met. You had also called us back promptly more than once when we called you from the states in a panic over some question we forgot to ask.The trip to the courthouse in St Thomas to get our marriage license went exactly as you told us it would.For all of this we are so thankful to you.
We got married on Hawknest Beach and it was absolutely breathtaking and we thought the Island Beach ceremony was beautiful.We could not have asked for a lovelier spot in which to get married or a more beautiful service.

We came to the island by ourselves to get married but never would we have believed that we would leave feeling as if we had had a dear friend performing the ceremony. You truly have a calling for the services you perform and the gift of yourself you gave to us was more than we could ever have expected. Saying thank you hardly touches on our gratitude. You made our wedding wonderful.
Thank you so much, "
Dave and Diane King
Fort Worth, Tx

"You made our wedding so special The ceremony was deeply meaningful and moving to both of us. What lovely memories were created that day, that we will carry with us thru out our life together."
Sally & Gary Land

Dear Annemarie,
Thank you so much for an incredible ceremony. The sincerity in your voice and words spoken brought tears to both our eyes. Though we had just meet it felt as if a long time friend were marrying us. You were a tremendous help in planning a destination wedding all the way from New Jersey you helped me choose florists, photographer, reception area and bakery that were all nothing less than perfect thank you so much for your support. You are a bride to be’s dream come true.

Keith & Denise Pearlman
May 29, 2007
Hawksnest Bay

"Wanted to extend Mary's and my thanks for a beautiful wedding ceremony. The very special surroundings; combined your very lovely vows made for an unforgettable experience."

"You are a very special person and I am very hopeful that we can renew our vows in years to come with you presiding...(maybe at Frances Bay next time?)"
Andy + Mary Mikelson

"it's erik & cathy from michigan.
you married us almost 2 years ago at hawks' nest beach and not a day goes by that i don't think about that beautiful day you married me and my beautiful bride.
so just thanks for being a very special part of the rest of our lives !!!!!!!!!

we LOVE YOU, "
Erik & Cathy

"I knew the first moment I spoke with you that you understood the journey Michael and I had taken to reach our joining of lives as well as hearts.
Thank you seems so inadequate to express how much we appreciate your participation in our happiness and joy."

Fondly,
Michael and Jeanne Schemering

"We would like to thank you for making our wedding a dream come true. So many people asked how I organized a wedding on St John. I told them I found you on the Internet and after that everything was easy and fun!"
Sabrina & John Stark

"Although four months have gone by since you officiated at our wedding, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the most wonderful, meaningful and inspirational ceremony. Your warmth, spiritual wisdom, charisma, thoughtfulness and sincere words made it so special.
Our wedding in Paradise was absolutley a dream come true, an experience we will cherish forever."

Love,
Lourdes and Bob Henesy
Perth Amboy, NJ

"We cannot say enough about how fabulous you are. Of all the places we have been, St John is by far the best. We tell our story to everyone we meet and how wonderful your spirit is. There are so many good parts to that island and you are definitely one of the greatest it has."
Much love,

Lori and John Schrader

"Chris and I can't thank you enough for the beautiful ceremony you performed on our very special day. Your sincere words of love and marriage made it so memorable. Many tears of joy were shed when my family saw the video!"
Jody & Chris Carroll
Aipharetta, Georgia

"We are very grateful for all your patience, effort, and the time you put into our wedding Your love shines through and will make our wedding day memories remain in our hearts forever."
Mr. & Mrs. Agestnelli


Trunk Bay Beach






"HI ANNE MARIE!
What a wonderful day we had out on Turtle Point with you!
THANKS again for the
wonderful ceremony and day!"
Linda DesJardins (Nov. 4 wedding!!)

"Rick and I want to thank you so much for helping to make our marriage ceremony truly the most memorable event in our lives. Your genuine interest in our lives, our love, how we met, and our interests meant so much to us both. Your spirituality and warmth shined as bright as the sun and sea by which we took our vows. It was great to find someone like you who understood our foundations of spirituality that lie in the natural world around us."
Rick & Susan Turley
University of Missouri-St. Louis

"Randi and I were Married in a sunset ceremony on the Island of St. John by you on December 6th,2000. We wanted to thank you for all of your help in picking out the most beautiful place in the world to be wed. The ceremony was very touching and personal. You were terrific from the time we first spoke on the phone, meeting us at the ferry(with a taxi ready to transport us), to our wonderful beach wedding on Trunk Bay. You made the ceremony very touching and personal!! Thank you so much for everything!!! We also appreciate you recommending Alain Brin the photographer, he was worth every penny!!!"
Thank you again,
Greg and Randi Vallecorsa

 

  "Hello. Wow what an awesome ceremony!! You turned what could have been very stressful into the most wonderful day ever! Scott and I were comparing notes after the wedding and decided if we could pick the perfect wedding it would be exactly how it turned out on Tuesday. Thank you for your kindness and thoughtfulness through out everything.
Hope your well.
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Kate (Bowen) Stier

"We recieved the video of our marriage vow renewals today from Todd in the mail. We have watched it 3 times (so far!) Since our renewals in July , we have anxiously awaited the video. It is wonderful. We wanted to say that the main reason it was so great was due to the super job you did! Words cannot describe. You and the ceremony you performed were absolutely fantastic. Anne Marie, THANK YOU, so very much. We cannot wait to show our family and friends. We appreciate every word you said. You made it all so VERY special.
With our warmest regards,
Sincerely Yours,
"
Sharon and Garry Smith

"Firstly we would like to thank you for the lovely service that you performed at Hawksnest Bay which made our wedding day special. Yes we did come a long way but it was worth it.
We had a super time on the Islands. And yes when we do come back to see them we will stay in St John - we thought it was beautiful.
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Love Colin & Susan Rumford

"You made our wedding everything we had ever hoped for - meaningful, moving, loving, simple, personal and elegant.  We are truly happy and thank you for making our dream come true and.  The moment you sat down and spoke with us, we felt relaxed and in caring hands. We are truly fortunate to have met you, such a kind and giving person.  Thank you so much for making our ceremony such a wonderful beginning."
Tom and Heather Barnwell
Charolette NC

"You performed such a memorable and reverent ceremony for my husband and I. I want to thank you for giving us beautiful lasting memories of our wedding! You also helped me so much with all of your references and information, and having patience with me finding just the right place for the wedding. You are wonderful at what you do and must find so much joy in knowing you touch so many people's lives. St. John is fortunate to have you."
Brenda Griffin
St. Thomas

"Anne Marie thank you for making our wedding such a beautiful celebration. The ceremony was just perfect, and your words will last in our hearts forever. Scott and I really didn't know what to expect of the beach wedding, but you made it more wonderful than either of us could imagined. Thank you once again."
Scott and Susan Erwin
Chicago Illinois

"You made our wedding relaxed and fun. We feel so blessed to have found you."
Jennifer & Bob Linquist
Morrison, Colorado

Hawks Nest beach

"Our island wedding was beyond anything we had hoped for. Your warmth and sincerity made our ceremony perfect."
Mia & Sean Piereis
Anchorage, Alaska

"Friends still rave about our wedding and most especially the ceremony. You made it a memorable, magical celebration."
Bridget & Jeff Stump
Bethesda, Maryland

"David and I were deeply touched by the beautiful wedding ceremony you performed for us. You and St. John will always have a special place in our hearts."
Mrs. Claire Henniger
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

Cinnamon Bay

"Thank you for being the person you are and for caring about what you do so deeply."
Joseph Culek (Father of the bride)
Lake Worth, Florida

"Your relaxed, peacetul manner helped us through our anxious time... Having a wedding on an island vs. at home in our church, was a tough decision to make, and we know we made the right one."
Mr. & Mrs. Firth (Tami & Joe)
Collegeville, Pennsylvania

"Jim and I would like to thank you for making our wedding so special. Not only did Jim and I have tears in our eyes, our guests did too. Your words, expressions and sincerity made our memories so special."
Jim and Nancy Conley
Lisle, Il

 

 

"Yes, we did choose paradise for our wedding! The simple and beautiful marriage ceremony we shall always cherish and remember."
Pamela & Keith Umath
Salt Lake City Utah

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"Michael and I want to thank you for the beautiful wedding service you created for us on November 1st. It was the most glorious day in our new lives, and a wonderful beginning to have your words and blessings surround us and our dear friends, Lynette and Bill.
I knew the first moment I spoke with you that you understood the journey Michael and I had taken to reach our joining of lives as well as hearts.
Thank you seems so inadequate to express how much we appreciate your participation in our happiness and joy."
Fondly, Michael and Jeanne Schemering


"Thank you for the beautiful ceremony; both Craig and I loved it. And your web site w/ instructions made it simple to do the paperwork. Thanks for your reassurance along the way; 7-14 is a day we will remember forever."
Stacy and Craig
Meriden, CT