The Moment I Realized I Was Meant to Officiate Weddings

People often ask me why I became a wedding officiant. The short answer? Love. The longer answer? Love and storytelling.

By day, I’m a content strategist and professional writer for a SaaS startup here in Utah. Writing is my craft—it’s how I think, how I connect, and how I help brands speak with clarity and purpose. But my journey as a wedding officiant started not in a boardroom or a brainstorm, but in a stunning outdoor venue in Utah, surrounded by family, natural beauty, and two people madly in love.

It all began with my brother Josh and his beautiful bride, Sarah. When they asked me to officiate their wedding, I was deeply honored. This was a chance to use my writing skills to celebrate something truly personal: their love. I wasn’t nervous—after years of experience as a dance instructor, I was used to being confident in front of a crowd. But as I stood before them, speaking the words I had so carefully crafted, something clicked. I realized that this—this—was storytelling at its most powerful. Not marketing, not messaging. Just truth and love, spoken out loud in front of the people who matter most.

That moment sparked something in me.

Now, through LoveStories, I have the absolute joy of helping other couples experience that same kind of magic. Whether it’s a quiet elopement in the mountains or a grand celebration at a stunning venue, every ceremony is a chance to create something meaningful and lasting—words that mark a milestone, honor a journey, and celebrate what’s ahead.

This isn’t just a side gig. It’s a passion. It’s personal. And it’s proof that love stories are always worth telling well.