Once Upon a Promise

04/23/2025

My ♥️ is full.

04/20/2025

I’m feeling incredibly honored and deeply thankful today. About 95% of the weddings I’m invited to officiate come from word of mouth and personal referrals—and that just fills my heart in the most beautiful way.

To know that couples, their families, and their guests walk away from a ceremony not only touched, but so moved that they trust me to be a part of their own love stories or recommend me to someone they care about… it means everything to me.

Every single ceremony is a privilege. Every vow, every smile, every tear—it’s sacred to me. I never take for granted the honor of standing beside two people on one of the most meaningful days of their lives.

To everyone who’s shared my name, invited me into their love story, or simply cheered me on from the sidelines—thank you. My heart is full.

03/14/2025

Five years ago today, this beautiful couple stood in front of family and friends, and I had the absolute honor of officiating their wedding. It was a true celebration of their love story.

But looking back, that day was even more special than we realized at the time. It was the last big hoopla before the world shut down. With loved ones traveling from Colombia, New York, Miami, Vegas, and so many other places, we were incredibly lucky that not a single one of us got sick. COVID was something we knew little about, but on that day, all we knew was love, happiness, and togetherness. A few of the wonderful souls who were there are no longer with us, making those memories even more precious.

Happy 5th anniversary, Jess and Stef! Wishing you a lifetime of love, laughter, and unforgettable moments. Love you guys to pieces! ♥️

03/12/2025

Today we’d like to introduce you to Melissa Molina Hi Melissa, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.How I Became a Notary Public Wedding Officiant Twenty-five years ago, on what was supposed to be one of the most magical days of my life, I found myself in a...

02/15/2025

Ideas para tu día especial. 💒

12/21/2024

Today I had the honor to unite this beautiful, humble and very loving couple in matrimony. The way we met goes down in history as my favorite client story. You see, Johnny and I were both waiting for a table at a restaurant, as well as Gaby and Rafa, when he mentioned to his fiancée how easy it would be to sit us all together. Because I’m shy, I walked up to our server and made it happen. We talked a bit while we enjoyed our meal, and towards the very end, Rafa’s daughter mentions that he and Gaby are getting married soon. Johnny blurts out that I’m a wedding officiant and the rest is history. 😊 Gotta love a great wedding story! ¡Felicidades y bendiciones, Gaby y Rafa! 🇵🇷❤️🇻🇪

12/21/2024

Thank you to all my clients for a great year… happy holidays! 💕

12/01/2024

11/27/2024

¡Felicidades Omayra y José… que viva el amor! 💕

10/01/2024

Officiating weddings since 2000 has filled my life with joy, especially when celebrating loved ones. Today's union of Isaiah, a courageous firefighter and EMT I've known since age 11, and Camila, a bright and compassionate soul, was truly unforgettable. As a close friend of his remarkable mother, this moment resonates deeply. Witnessing their love blossom brings immense happiness. Isaiah and Camila, your commitment inspires us; may your love continue to uplift and guide you.

09/29/2024

Deseándote hoy y siempre un sin fin de bendiciones. Espero pases un día tan hermoso como tu. ¡Feliz vida, preciosa… love you mucho! 🎉🙌🏼🥂💕

02/16/2024

I was told for the first time since 1997, that my ceremony costs seem expensive. Ironically, I kept the same price for over a decade until I started to factor in the hard work that goes into creating a 💯 PERSONALIZED ceremony. Add to that my commute, date and time of ceremony, extras like wedding rituals and translations, unlimited phone calls and messages, wait time the day of, and all the in between such as providing additional resources (court addresses, links, guidelines, etc.)

I feel very confident and take lots of pride in what I do. My ceremonies are unique, heartfelt, throughtful, expressive, and memorable. 💕 I know my price is fair and know that my services are worth every penny.

I’m aiming this year for at least one wedding a month; manifesting it into the universe, so keep those referrals coming! 🙌🏼

02/06/2024

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01/31/2024

“My husband and I recently had the pleasure of working with Melissa from Once Upon a Promise as our wedding officiant, and we couldn't be happier with the personalized touch she added to our special day.

From the very beginning, Melissa displayed a high level of professionalism and warmth. She took the time to get to know us and our love story, and seamlessly integrated personalized elements into the ceremony. Her ability to craft a narrative that reflected our journey made the ceremony truly unique and meaningful.

Working with Melissa during the planning process was a delight. She was organized, responsive, and genuinely invested in making our ceremony everything we envisioned. Her collaborative spirit extended beyond just us, as she worked seamlessly with our wedding planner on the day of the ceremony. This teamwork ensured that everything flowed smoothly, allowing us to fully enjoy the moment without any stress.

One standout quality of Melissa's performance was her exceptional ability to project her voice. Despite not having microphones available, she ensured that every word reached our guests. This attention to detail and consideration for the audience's experience did not go unnoticed, and we received numerous compliments on how well-spoken and engaging she was throughout the ceremony.

Melissa helped us to make our wedding day an unforgettable experience for us and our guests. We are incredibly grateful for her dedication and professionalism. If you're looking for a wedding officiant who goes above and beyond to make your day truly special, Melissa is the one to choose.” -Corinne & Marco