Welcome to The Hitching Post, where Rev Deb shares her favorite wedding moments, helpful tips, and a few laugh-out-loud stories from the aisle.
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Elopement or Micro-Wedding: How to Choose the Celebration That Fits You
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Elopement or Micro-Wedding: How to Choose the Celebration That Fits You So much is changing in the world right now. Those big, beautiful wedding dreams can sometimes run headfirst into the reality of rising costs. And for many couples, the money that might once have gone toward a lavish celebration now looks a lot better…
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Celebrating Love Without Conditions
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Celebrating Love without conditions The voice on the other end of the phone was hesitant.“Hi, Rev. Deb? We’re looking for someone to officiate our wedding. It’s going to be very small and simple. I should tell you… we’re both women. Is that a problem?” I hear it far too often—the pause, the shaky breath, the…
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Divorced Outside Canada? What You Need to Know Before You Say ‘I Do
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I recently received an email from a couple hoping to elope at the Wee Wedding Cottage this coming weekend. At the end of his message, the groom-to-be added, “I just heard that if she’s been divorced in the U.S., there might be an issue. Is that true?” Unfortunately… yes, it’s a big issue. I had…
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Involve Friends in Your Wedding Ceremony—Legally!
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Involve Friends in Your Wedding Ceremony—Legally! Let’s Talk About What That Really Means (and How to Do It Right) There’s something beautiful about the thought of a close friend or beloved family member standing with you on your wedding day, speaking the words that unite you. It’s personal. It’s heartfelt. It’s meaningful. But before you…
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Welcome to the Hitching Post
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Welcome to the Hitching Post Small weddings. Big love. Real talk. Hi there — I’m Rev Deb, and I’m so glad you’ve found your way here! I’ve been a wedding officiant in the Niagara Region for over 25 years, and let me tell you, I’ve seen it all: teary-eyed elopements, joyful vow renewals, themed weddings with…
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The Hitching Post is where Rev Deb shares heartwarming wedding stories, helpful officiant tips, and behind-the-scenes moments from ceremonies big and small. Whether you’re planning your own “I do” or just love love, you’ll find wisdom, warmth, and a few good giggles here—always with inclusivity and heart.
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