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John Sent on 12/17/2023Darcey and John's wedding, December 13th, 2023
"We had the immense pleasure of having Richard Cadieux as our wedding officiant at Mission Hills, and we couldn't be happier with our choice. From the very beginning, Richard exhibited a level of professionalism and warmth that made us feel completely at ease. His experience and expertise were evident throughout the planning process, where he provided invaluable guidance and support.
On our wedding day, Richard delivered a ceremony that was nothing short of magical. His words were heartfelt and genuinely reflected our personalities and love story. He managed to create an atmosphere that was both intimate and celebratory, engaging our guests and making everyone feel a part of our special day.
What truly sets Richard apart is his ability to connect with people. He took the time to get to know us as a couple, which was reflected in the personalized touches throughout the ceremony. His presence was calming and reassuring, which was exactly what we needed amidst the excitement and nerves of the day.
We are incredibly grateful to Richard for making our wedding ceremony a beautiful and memorable experience. We highly recommend his services to any couple looking for an officiant who is not only exceptionally skilled but also genuinely cares about making your wedding as special as you've always imagined.
Thank you, Richard, for playing such a significant role in our journey. You helped make our day truly unforgettable.
Sincerely,
John and Darcey" -
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Maria Sent on 04/04/2024Wow wow wow - hardly the right words to express what a professional Richard is!! Our lives were blessed when he walked into our lives-
We were married 3-16-2024 at Spencers Restaurant- he is a recommended vendor officiant/wedding planner-
Our second marriages- we had 75 guests - I fell instantly at ease with Richard from the very first conversation- I felt like he was a family member-
I loved hearing how he would approach the ceremony by capturing the hearts of the guests and get them to remember our love story - He helped me find vendors that I needed who were all found immediately-
Hair and Make up team and DJ and Photographer and Florist!
They were beyond fabulous-
He wrote the most beautiful vows I could of ever imagined- people were stunned-
He received so many compliments from our guests even from the guests that seldom hand out compliments came up to him.
He knows what a Bride needs, even when it wasn't on my radar-
He thinks of EVERYTHING and pays attention to every detail-
His timeline is spot on - so when the day came I knew what exactly to do and where to be when-
I hope to remain friends with him the rest of my life.
Look no further- I promise your ceremony and plans will be next level!!!
It was the best day of our lives!!
Oh and BTW please have your vendors sit with your guests-
Not squirreled away -
Yes your DJ, Officiant
And photographer-
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Nannette Sent on 03/19/2024Awesome Services
I have had the pleasure and honor in working along side and for Richard for several years and he is the best in the business! Officiating and coordinating weddings and events with multiple personalities takes a certain amount of charisma and you won't find anyone else that leaves a more positive lasting impression on all involved. Our most recent wedding was a perfect example of blending personal touches into the ceremony that he performed and coordinating a beautiful event for the couple and their guests. -
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Todd Sent on 03/02/2024Could not have asked for BETTER !!
We had an impromptu wedding on Leap Day before returning to Iowa & within two days of calling him, we were married! He created a heartfelt and inspiring service fort two people in love that he had never met! It was personable and memorable. and even laced with humor! We highly recommend him! -
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Chris Sent on 10/24/2023Richard is incredible
We married in Palm Springs and are both from LA. We found Richard online and let me tell you he is phenomenal at what he does. From venue recommendations to setup he was there to guide us every step of the way. He made our wedding day so special and would recommend him to anyone who needs an officiant or guidance planning a wedding in the Palm Springs area. -
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Cheryl Sent on 04/28/2023Richard was extremely helpful throughout the marriage license process and he was so precise in collaborating our vows, and said them so eloquently!
From the beginning to the end Richard had helped us throughout! It was such a nice small little wedding! Thank you Richard! -
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Jennifer Sent on 10/16/2022Highly recommend Richard!
We booked Richard to officiate our wedding and we are so happy with our decision! Richard was quick to respond, worked with our budget, and was responsive to what type of ceremony we were looking for. He did a wonderful job with the ceremony and offered valuable tips throughout the planning process. He was personable and professional. We would definitely recommend Richard! -
Anh N. Sent on 07/18/2022
It was a Blessing!
It was such a Blessing to have Rev. Richard officiate our wedding! The many times we rewatched our wedding video and photos, for some reason it feels like Rev. Richard is part of our family. I can’t express enough of how thankful I am to him.
We were really impressed with his expertise of over 1,500 weddings. To our surprise, he used to be a Wedding Planner as well. He does not just simple officiate, but explains and applies so much psychology into the whole ceremony to capture guests’ full attention, as well as flexibly prepare for any surprises that could unexpectedly occur.
Rev. Richard is very detail-oriented and and understanding. We were very overwhelmed with the wedding planning process, but Rev. Richard was always there to patiently communicate and guide us.
And I don’t know what I was thinking at first to not invite him to the Rehearsal Day. It is a MUST! Meeting him in person to be guided with his valuable inputs is very important to ensure the Ceremony go smoothly on the Wedding day. Thank you again Rev. Richard for being our Officiant! -
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Corinne Sent on 03/15/2022A Ceremony that was "So Us"
We were fortunate enough to work with Richard for our Palm Springs wedding this year! After a phone call and filling out a questionnaire, Richard really got a sense of who we are as a couple and it showed during our wedding. Everyone said that the ceremony was "so us" and we are so grateful that Richard was able to capture that. He also helped us with the marriage license process and made everything super easy. -
Bridgitte Sent on 02/28/2022
Wonderful Memories
If you are looking for someone to be your officiant Richard is the man. Our wedding day was chaotic in a beautifully funny way and Richard stood by with guidance, patience and laughs. He made us feel relaxed and built instant connection. I would and will forever recommend him. Thank you for adding to our puzzle of pieces, and for being that missing one that fit perfectly. 10/10 -
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Mia P. Sent on 01/31/2022Best Officiant!
Richard was wonderful. He made us so comfortable on the day of our wedding. He put together a beautiful ceremony for us that perfectly captured "us." We chose Richard because he had great reviews and he is photogenic - he looks the part!! :) We can't say enough great things about Richard, he really was the best! -
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Kathryn Sent on 01/20/2022Richard is so tuned in and was a pleasure to meet and work with!
If you want to work with someone who will take the time to get to know you and your partner, then I would work with Richard! He was able to capture the exact message and tone we wanted for our ceremony. He is Very experienced and profession. I would 10/10 recommend! -
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Nanette Sent on 05/03/2021Wonderfully Thoughtful Experience on the Big Day!
If you are looking for a knowledgeable and super kind wedding Minister to help make you wedding everything it should be, Richard is that person! He facilitated our ceremony with the utmost care and creativity, effortlessly thinking ahead to afford us every detail. What a memorable experience! We had the most memorable ceremony thanks in part to Richard! He came highly recommended by Randy, the wedding planner at the Parker Palm Springs, which we chose for our wedding ceremony and celebration. Such a lovely setting and a beautiful day! -
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Jim B. Sent on 04/12/2021Richard was great
Because of Covid we had some concerns about our small wedding but Richard assured us of his flexibility if we needed to reschedule. We communicated via phone and email so that he could get to know our story. Prior to the ceremony he sent an email with What he plan to say and asked us if we wanted to make any changes. The ceremony was just what we wanted. About 15 minutes in length with some personal anecdotes. Both of our families loved it. We highly recommend his services. -
Arianna Sent on 04/08/2021
So lucky to have found Richard!
There are so many wonderful things to say about Richard Cadieux! Mostly is that he is a wholeheartedly good person that wants to make your wedding ceremony as beautiful and meaningful as possible.
From the very start, we enjoyed talking with Richard, he just makes you feel like you’re talking to an old friend! He took a lot of time during our initial conversation to learn about who we were as a couple and also to go over important details regarding our marriage license and permitting for our ceremony. Throughout the whole planning process, Richard was very friendly, helpful and easy to communicate with. And then on our special day, he was on time, very professional, and greeted us with a great big smile!
Our ceremony was lovelier than I ever could have imagined. Richard’s warm and sincere presence put us completely at ease and his thoughtful words graciously guided us through an emotionally connected ceremony that touched our hearts.
We can’t thank Richard enough for helping make our day so special and we highly recommend him! -
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Michael Sent on 12/19/2020Best Officiant In Palm Springs
Rev. Richard was the officiant for our small ceremony at the Dinah Shore Estate in Palm Springs in November 2020. Originally we were going to have one of our family members act as the officiant, but we are so happy we decided to work with Joyful Weddings. Rev. Richard helped us through the entire wedding process (including how to get a marriage license in the middle of a pandemic) and worked with us to create an intimate, personalized ceremony that we will never forget. He was also extremely responsive on text and email to all our little questions, which made the planning super easy and removed a bunch of stress. And maybe most important, Rev. Richard is a genuinely nice, warm, and respectful person and it is very clear from the moment you meet him that he loves being a wedding officiant. I would 100% recommend Rev. Richard to anyone looking for an officiant for their special day. -
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Paul Sent on 10/06/2020Amazing Wedding Officiant
We were looking for just the right officiant to marry us and are glad we found Richard at Joyful Weddings and Events. Richard took the time to connect with us in order to give provide the type of ceremony we were looking for. His venue experience and knowledge came in handy to help make our special day absolutely amazing. He made our wedding really fun and an enjoyable experience for us. Everyone in attendance and those viewing our live stream had nothing but great things to say about him. We would definitely recommend Richard and Joyful Weddings and Events to anyone. He really does a stellar job and you will not regret it! -
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Morgan Sent on 08/12/2020Saved our Covid Wedding!
Back in March we had to cancel our wedding due to closures in Hawaii, my husband and I decided to have a tiny backyard wedding in Palm Springs instead. A week before the ceremony the country clerks office shut down due to the pandemic, canceling our appointment to get out marriage license, but Richard helped us obtain a private license just in time! Everything was amazing and I am so happy Richard was willing and available to officiate the ceremony. It was so personal and heartfelt. Could not have asked for a better officiant! -
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Marie Sent on 07/12/2020Astounding
Our wedding and ceremony was our idea of perfect. Richard was so amazing. He took so much time getting to really know and understand my fiancé and I and tailored a ceremony to meet what we wanted. his words were moving, and spoke to our hearts. we are not religious but spiritual and he really was able to provide us with the most sacred blessing of our union as husband and wife. We were left with the most beautiful memories. Thank you so much Richard. The few Family members we had present were very moved. This is forever something that we will be thankful for. Beautiful. He also was amazingly helpful in assisting us getting our license out of state we needed a little direction of where to go and when. He was so so amazing. We are forever thankful. -
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Rowelynne Sent on 06/28/2020
The Most Amazing Elopement with Richard
Stop looking for another officiant - seriously. Richard is the absolute best and my husband and I couldn't have been happier with him! It began with us finding him online and putting in a request thinking that we wouldn't hear from him for a while seeing how popular he is, but he emailed us almost immediately and asked when would be a good time for him to call so he could tell us a bit about himself, what our visions were, quotes on pricing, so on and so forth. It was me who primarily spoke to him while my husband listened in on the side and let me do my thing. After Richard and I hung up, my husband told me to book him ASAP because he saw how happy, excited, and at ease I was speaking to Richard so I did!
He was very communicative throughout the entire process especially with COVID forcing us to change some plans. He sent us a questionnaire to get a better understanding of who we were, emailed us an idea of what he was going to say and made sure we were a part of the entire process from start to finish. With all that, we was ALWAYS so quick to respond. He is also very knowledgable about the Palm Springs/Joshua Tree area so he was able to give us some advice and answer and questions we had about locations.
Then comes wedding day. He showed up at the meeting spot right on time and did some quick and easy paperwork with us to get it out of the way before the ceremony. During the ceremony - OH let me tell you, he was amazing! He had already sent us exactly what we were all going to say so we knew what to expect, but it was just so different when it was actually happening. It very much felt like we had known him for so long with how genuine he was being as he spoke. Although he was there with us, he still made it feel like the space was our own private sanctuary between my husband and I. I can't tell you all enough how happy we were with him. Once the ceremony was over, we all elbowed each other and gave each other air hugs (real hugs, unfortunately, were not an option anymore haha). Then, he was on his way! He gave us our space to take photos which was very nice.
To Richard, thank you so much for your time and your honest and genuine personality. You've heard us thanking you over and over again, but we honestly were in such awe with you! To everyone else looking for an officiant, contact Richard now! I promise you, you won't be disappointed. -
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Ed Barnhart Sent on 04/15/2020Richard Cadieux is simply the best choice!
We are forever indebted to Richard and his skill set for making our wedding day so wonderful. He scripted the ceremony so perfectly in our casual setting to surprise some dear friends and family amongst us. We got our wish for close family and friends to share our venue with in a small but charming setting. Richard's light and friendly style was appreciated by all, especially us and we thank Richard again for being the person who married us. When we say he's the best, we mean it. We thank Richard with deepest sincerity from the two of us.
Ed and Sandy
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Ally Sent on 01/10/2020Genuine & Created the Perfect Ceremony
Let me start off by saying that Richard is very professional, well-informed, quick to respond, and exceeded my expectations. He definitely deserves the 5 stars!
I contacted him on April 4 via his website to see if he was available in May for a sunrise ceremony in Joshua Tree National Park. Within an hour or so, I received a text and email from him to confirm our phone consultation that was scheduled for the next day. He came across very sweet, caring, and genuine when he expressed the joy he has partaking in wedding ceremonies. Richard mentioned that his job is more than just officiating a wedding; it's to evoke the right emotions which will be captured in the photographs. After talking to him over the phone, I had no doubt that I wanted Richard to be the officiant.
Later that night he emailed us a couple's questionnaire. We were told to only answer the questions that resonated with us and to skip those that didn't. This is what he used to cater the ceremony script for us. (Note: we paid for the simplest package that did not include vows or a customized ceremony). When he sent over the script, he told us to feel free to edit the document or to make suggestions. I was honestly surprised because I initially thought that we wouldn't be allowed to tweak the script since we agreed to the basic ceremony package. We both liked the script but realized that we wanted to add the traditional "for better or worse" pledge and the 1st Corinthians 13:4-8 "love is patient, love is kind" verse in place of a poem he had despite leaving the religious/traditional questions blank on the questionnaire. Richard was more than willing to make those changes!
Before the big day, Richard asked how he should dress for the ceremony. Until this point, I never considered that his attire would be important. However, in retrospect, I wouldn't want my officiant to out-dress me or my groom! I definitely appreciated this gesture from Richard.
On the big day, we met up at Cap Rock at 5:15 AM. Now let me tell you--it was FREEZING (freezing is an understatement!). Despite being there before sunrise and not being able to feel our toes, Richard had such a good attitude and performed a beautiful ceremony. There's a big difference between reading the script yourself and actually hearing Richard perform it. He definitely evoked the right emotions because I started to tear up which is something I never thought I'd do! It just felt so special listening to the script. I was so overwhelmed (a good overwhelmed) with the feeling that these words finally meant something and were the gateway to our new beginning. I think what set off my tears was hearing how Richard included little bits from the questionnaire that weren't initially in the script. He mentioned that the day was our 5 year anniversary, how we liked to cuddle (our "cuddleship," if I remember correctly), and even joked about how we were all freezing! The ceremony was the perfect combination of intimate, special, and lighthearted. I'd say that I'll never forget what he said, but I've forgotten most of the words since then. However, I CAN say that I'll never forget the emotions he brought out in myself and in my groom. Because of Richard, I was DYING to get my hands on the ceremony photos!
*Also, Richard helped us with the process of getting a marriage license. He informed me over the consultation call that I didn't have to drive all the way to San Bernardino County to get my marriage license. Apparently, their website says your license has to be from the same county you get married in, but that's a lie. I was able to do the process online through Orange County which was cheaper and closer to me. Thank you, Richard, for saving me from a long drive and an extra $20!
Overall, I would highly recommend Richard! He made my special day even more special and brought out a range of emotions I never expected to feel. I don't regret choosing Richard one bit! -
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Kyndra Sent on 01/03/2020
Magical Wedding Day
Richard was a joy to have as part of our wedding day. He made sure to understand us fully as both individuals and as a couple to make sure our day was truly about us. Even when I started down pouring during our vows Richard stuck it out with us in the rain until we said I Do! We would highly recommend him! -
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Kasia Sent on 01/02/2020Richard Cadieux is a gem!
We were lucky to book Richard Cadieux of Joyful Weddings & Events for our Oct. 2019 wedding; our venue manager recommended him, and later our wedding planner seconded the motion. We had a particularly frantic few months leading up to the wedding, and this bride took on more than she bargained for (on purpose, by myself) when it came to planning and design work, but Richard was nothing but kind and generous in every way throughout the process. He immediately got what we were looking for for our ceremony, and he worked what we gave him into a very sweet, warm and to-the-point production that our guests enjoyed and appreciated -- and we loved! He also made room for us during a busy season; we had had a mix-up with an officiating friend and had to go looking for an officiant later in the game than we'd expected. All of this is to say that we agree with the many others who recommend Richard and his company for Palm Springs-area events. He loves what he does, and it shows. Thanks, Richard! -
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Amanda Sent on 12/12/2019Best Experience Imaginable
My husband is in the military and we needed to pull together a sweet and intimate ceremony fast because of a change in orders and Rev. Richard was an answer to prayer! We contacted him on a Monday and were able to plan the ceremony for that Thursday! He was so accommodating and full of great ideas for the location. We decided on a park in palm springs with beautiful views of the mountains that was exactly what we wanted. He brought all the paperwork necessary and did everything for us, we just had to show up! I'll never forget the words he said during the ceremony, so romantic and so sweet. It was such a fun, special, and stress free day! I would recommend Rev. Richard to anyone for a beautiful and unforgettable ceremony experience. Thank you so much!! -
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Anne Sent on 10/16/2019Personalized and Professional Officiant for our wedding
We worked with Richard for our wedding last weekend. We are still buzzing from the entire event and the ceremony itself was everything we could have dreamed of and more. Richard took the time to meet with us well in advance to really get to know us, our story and our wishes for our ceremony. He was well prepared with the script in advance and extremely responsive to our inquiries. As for the ceremony, it was right on point!!! From what we were told, there was not a dry eye in the venue. Richard added laughter and love to the ceremony. For a top-notch, professional, unique and personalized ceremony, hire Richard! Anne & Kobie B. -
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Tyler Sent on 10/03/2019Top notch!
Wonderful experience w/Richard! He took the time to get to know us, and collaborated w/us on a very meaningful ceremony. -
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Katie Sent on 08/05/2019Richard is incredible!
This is the opinion of a wedding photographer, who sees hundreds of officiants/reverends a year. Richard by far blew everyone out of the water. I loved how he really got to know and understand the couple before the ceremony, and incorporate some phrases/mentions that represent them and their story.
He was great to work with as a vendor as well. He was super accommodating to us photographers to make sure everything ran smoothly. We came all the way from Canada and the couple eloped in Joshua Tree. If I ever get the opportunity to photograph another elopement/wedding in America, I will not hesitate to recommend Richard a thousand times over. Thanks again Richard, you killed it! -
Marie Sent on 08/04/2019
Perfect. Humorous. Memorable.
We would highly recommend Joyful Weddings & Events. Richard was a wonderful officiant. He genuinely cared about ensuring our special day was both special and memorable, and was very efficient and helpful. Richard was fantastic with every aspect of our wedding preparation, which was very much appreciated given that we were planning an elopement wedding in California, but undertaking the planning from Australia. For anyone planning a wedding in Southern California, whether you're from the US or overseas, we thoroughly recommend Joyful Weddings & Events to help make your special day memorable. -
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Brian Sent on 06/10/2019Richard is amazing!
Richard is incredible and made our wedding ceremony wonderful. He is personable, calming, and took the time to sincerely listen and get to know us and understand our desires for our wedding ceremony. We were truly touched at the effort he put in to our ceremony script and would make any edits we desired. He's so well-versed having done many weddings that he knows exactly what to do to ensure all bases are covered from the rehearsal to acoustics to logistics. I would happily recommend Richard to any couple for their special day. -
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Nicole Sent on 06/06/2019Wonderful!
My husband and I had a private ceremony in Joshua Tree and Richard was reliable, meaningful and a joy to work with! He was the perfect amount of involved. He was very responsive prior to the ceremony but we met him for the fist time at the ceremony and then poof, he was out of our hair! We were left feeling extremely satisfied with his service. -
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Robert Sent on 05/16/2019Absolutely amazing!
My wife and I needed to find a last minute officiant for our wedding, and luckily stumbled onto Richard. My wife contacted him 18 days before our wedding, and luckily he had a Friday slot for our wedding. He reached out to me over the phone and after an hour long phone conversation, I never felt as comfortable for someone to officiate our wedding as I did with Richard.
Richard and I spoke at length about who Kristy and I were, as well as some tips for starting our marriage. He sent us questionnaires to find out who we were. With our answers, he created a beautiful ceremony that he sent for us to review. Up to the wedding day, he kept constant communication, not only with us, but with our venue and vendors as well. As a huge planner, I never felt more at ease as I did with Richard.
The ceremony was beautiful, and Richard has our guests laughing and crying. We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant and would recommend Richard to anyone!
Thank you again for making our beautiful day memorable! -
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Rachel Sent on 03/17/2019
Richard is a total gem!
I cannot say enough good things about Richard! We planned our elopement in Palm Springs and weren't able to meet in person until the day of the ceremony. Through our phone conversations and emails, Richard already felt like a friend. He asked thoughtful questions and interpreted our conversations into a beautiful ceremony. Truly a talented officiant and a wonderful person all around. -
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Caraigh Sent on 11/26/2018He Put Our Nerves At Ease
Richard was our officiant for our wedding on November 10th, 2018 in beautiful Palm Springs, California.
I can’t say how enjoyable and how much he put my nerves at ease throughout the whole process. He was recommended through a family friend Allison who works in the industry and had nothing but incredible things to say about his services.
We met up with him a few months before the wedding, discussed our vision and he just got it! His communication was incredible throughout the whole process and was readily available for any questions I had regarding the sequence of events and paperwork. The day before he met us at the venue for a run through of what to expect and it made me happy to know we were in the best of hands on one of the most stressful days of my life. The day of was a bit of a cluster getting to the venue and when we arrived, I saw his face and immediately felt at ease. He’s been doing this for a long time and you can tell through his willingness to listen, yet interject if he thinks something may flow a little easier another way. I appreciated his perspective and experience and he helped us have the time of our lives up there!
Thank you Richard from the bottom of our hearts. You made our day something magical and we are forever grateful. -
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Robert Sent on 10/29/2014We cannot say enough about Richard and Joyful Weddings. Richard officiated our wedding and helped us select our vendors. We had a destination wedding in Palm Springs and living on the East Coast and planning a wedding 3000 miles away was made easier with Richard’s guidance and professionalism. In the process we not only had a wonderful wedding but made a friend. We hope to see him again on our future trips to Palm Springs if just for dinner or lunch.
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