Activity for Alison

We were talking and would like a family member to marry us. I was wondering if any of you girls knew if the person to perform the ceremony had to be a resident of the state which we will be married in. Also, can anyone be ordained? I've heard that...

I'm new here and am just starting to get into the planning process for our wedding in 2 years. I've been starting out by contacting places to have the reception. Every place that I have contacted so far requires an 18-20% gratuity. I just don't get...