Dear Rev. David,
It's been months since you married my partner Drew and I out on the cliffs at Palos Verdes. That was the very first day that gay weddings were allowed in California. You probably remember us, we were the couple that flew in from Texas, and were second in line to get married! The sad news today that Prop 8 passed has brought you to our minds.
Even though the battle over the legality of our wedding will likely continue, we both know that our love is real, and that our commitment to each other is eternal. I personally wanted to thank you for everything that you did for us that day.
Your kind spirit helped to ease our nerves. After all, it was a big day! The ceremony and location were beautiful and your words were perfect. You really helped to make it a special day that we will remember forever.
We'll keep you in our prayers!
Eric & Drew
November 5, 2008
October 22, 2008
Dean + Linda ~ Seaside Community Church Torrance
I perform all the weddings at this church and it was perfect for Dean and Linda's wedding. They wanted a local small intimate church for their wedding.
They had a great day and looked so happy!
Couples rush to get married before November 4th Election
Same Sex couples from all over the United States have been calling us regarding the up coming election.
The Los Angeles County Recorders office is urging all couples to get married before the election. Any marriage license issued to a same sex couple and not used prior to Nov 4th might be declared invalid. If declared invalid they will not record it when the couple is married after November 4th.
If you are holding a marriage license now you should get married so you do not lose your only change to get married legally here in California. If you have a big wedding planned and just need to get married now to beat the deadline call us and we will handle all the necessary paperwork.
We will stay open late that night to accommodate all the couples wanting to get married. If you buy your own license at any of the county offices and want a quick no wait wedding we can help. Our chapel is perfect for just the couple or up to 30 guests.
The Los Angeles County Recorders office is urging all couples to get married before the election. Any marriage license issued to a same sex couple and not used prior to Nov 4th might be declared invalid. If declared invalid they will not record it when the couple is married after November 4th.
If you are holding a marriage license now you should get married so you do not lose your only change to get married legally here in California. If you have a big wedding planned and just need to get married now to beat the deadline call us and we will handle all the necessary paperwork.
We will stay open late that night to accommodate all the couples wanting to get married. If you buy your own license at any of the county offices and want a quick no wait wedding we can help. Our chapel is perfect for just the couple or up to 30 guests.
August 26, 2008
Rev. Dave at Seaside Community Church Torrance
Rev. Dave married John and Mary Kay at Seaside Community Church in Torrance. This was a traditional Filipino Wedding ceremony complete with the veil, cord and coins.
August 1, 2008
Redondo Beach Wedding on the Sand ~ Dionne and DaShaun
Rev. Dave with another happy couple on the beach in Redondo. 
Unique destination weddings all over the South Bay. From Long Beach to Manhattan Beach and the cities in between Rev. Dave and the staff at www.InstantlyWed.com can make your beach wedding come true.
Unique destination weddings all over the South Bay. From Long Beach to Manhattan Beach and the cities in between Rev. Dave and the staff at www.InstantlyWed.com can make your beach wedding come true.
July 12, 2008
Same Sex couples should get married before November
To date we have married almost 100 same sex couples since June 17th. Couples have come from all over the US to get married in California since the ban was lifted. Get married now before voters have a chance to change the constitution here in California.
The Los Angeles County recorders office has told us that all marriages performed before November will remain legal and can not be overturned. But if voters change the constitution in November then no more licenses will be issued to same sex couples.
So anyone married between June 17th and November will have legal marriages recognized by the State of California as legal and binding. New York state currently recognizes California Same Sex marriages. So if you wait you may miss your chance to be legally married here in California.
We will continue to update our blog with news as we get it from the recorders office.
The Los Angeles County recorders office has told us that all marriages performed before November will remain legal and can not be overturned. But if voters change the constitution in November then no more licenses will be issued to same sex couples.
So anyone married between June 17th and November will have legal marriages recognized by the State of California as legal and binding. New York state currently recognizes California Same Sex marriages. So if you wait you may miss your chance to be legally married here in California.
We will continue to update our blog with news as we get it from the recorders office.
Palos Verdes Cliff Wedding ~ Michelle & Ashley
Rev. Dee Leckie married Michelle and Ashley on the Cliff in Palos Verdes. 
The came to California for a Destination Wedding and had a great time.
Testimonial from the couple:
Thank you again for the awesome ceremony. Everything was perfect! ...
Thank you! Michelle & Ashley
The came to California for a Destination Wedding and had a great time.
Testimonial from the couple:
Thank you again for the awesome ceremony. Everything was perfect! ...
Thank you! Michelle & Ashley
July 10, 2008
Palos Verdes Destination Wedding on the Cliffs
I enjoy doing weddings at this location. It is a great destination wedding location.
July 5, 2008
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE TWO LICENSES IN CALIFORNIA, THE CONFIDENTIAL AND THE PUBLIC?
I am authorized to issue the Confidential Marriage License for Los Angeles County as a Notary Public. This makes it very convenient for my couples as they do not have to stand in line at the County Recorder?s Office. However, I also issue licenses to couples I am not marrying.
Please call my office for details on this process. In California we have two types of Licenses the Confidential and the Public. The Confidential was originally started for couples who had been living together and wanted to avoid the dreaded blood test. So starting around 1969 many couples avoided the blood test by taking out a Confidential License, stating that they had been living together. In 1970 California began to allow Notaries Public to issue the Confidential Licenses as a convenience to the public. You could still get the other license (with the blood test) if you went to a County office. However, in 1995 California did away with the Blood Test entirely and you still have the option to buy either license.
The advantage now of the Confidential license is that it is a "Sealed" document and only the couple can get a copy of it from the County Recorder. In this day of identity theft, many couples opt for the Confidential License. A disadvantage is that it must be used in the County in which it was issued - this does not mean you must have the ceremony performed only in that county. But, Los Angeles is a very large County and this usually isn't a problem for my couples. So it is up to you to decide which license best suits your needs - both types are available at a County Office - you are just as married with either type of license. Of course if I am marrying you in Orange or any other County (except LA), you will have to obtain your own license.
Please call my office for details on this process. In California we have two types of Licenses the Confidential and the Public. The Confidential was originally started for couples who had been living together and wanted to avoid the dreaded blood test. So starting around 1969 many couples avoided the blood test by taking out a Confidential License, stating that they had been living together. In 1970 California began to allow Notaries Public to issue the Confidential Licenses as a convenience to the public. You could still get the other license (with the blood test) if you went to a County office. However, in 1995 California did away with the Blood Test entirely and you still have the option to buy either license.
The advantage now of the Confidential license is that it is a "Sealed" document and only the couple can get a copy of it from the County Recorder. In this day of identity theft, many couples opt for the Confidential License. A disadvantage is that it must be used in the County in which it was issued - this does not mean you must have the ceremony performed only in that county. But, Los Angeles is a very large County and this usually isn't a problem for my couples. So it is up to you to decide which license best suits your needs - both types are available at a County Office - you are just as married with either type of license. Of course if I am marrying you in Orange or any other County (except LA), you will have to obtain your own license.
June 24, 2008
The first day was a blast
So many nice couples came to our chapel to get married.
It was great to be apart of this historic day.
I married a couple that drove all night from Arizona and another that flew here from Texas so they could be married on the first day.
Warning for Couples coming to California to get married
Sunday June 22 we received a desperate call from a Texas couple here for a wedding at the Beverly Hills Hotel. It seems the "Internet Minster" they hired did not show for their wedding.
This scam seems to be directed at Gay and Lesbian couples coming here for destination weddings. The person claimed to be able to issue the Los Angeles County Marriage license and assured the couple they would be there for the wedding that evening.
Lucky for them Rev. David Nixon was available and he drove to Beverly Hills to marry this couple. There are many people out there that claim to be ministers and able to issue the LA County Marriage License.
If you are not sure you can always call the LA County Recorders office in Norwalk and confirm the identity of the person before you hire them. This couple sure wished they had done that before flying here and finding out they had been scammed.
This scam seems to be directed at Gay and Lesbian couples coming here for destination weddings. The person claimed to be able to issue the Los Angeles County Marriage license and assured the couple they would be there for the wedding that evening.
Lucky for them Rev. David Nixon was available and he drove to Beverly Hills to marry this couple. There are many people out there that claim to be ministers and able to issue the LA County Marriage License.
If you are not sure you can always call the LA County Recorders office in Norwalk and confirm the identity of the person before you hire them. This couple sure wished they had done that before flying here and finding out they had been scammed.
June 16, 2008
Tomorrow is the big day here in California
Are you ready to get married...if you want to get married on the first day give us a call.
I can issue you the license in my chapel or bring your own.
By appointment on June 17th and we will stay late to accommodate all the couples getting married on this historic day. We have evening appointments open.
I can issue you the license in my chapel or bring your own.
By appointment on June 17th and we will stay late to accommodate all the couples getting married on this historic day. We have evening appointments open.
May 20, 2008
Official says L.A. County will be ready for gay marriages
The county clerk says ceremonies could begin June 16, the first possible day that the state Supreme Court's ruling allowing same-sex marriages could take effect.
By Jean-Paul Renaud, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer 1:27 PM PDT, May 20, 2008
Acting Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk Dean Logan told county supervisors today that his office would be ready to perform same-sex marriages on June 16.That is the earliest date on which the state Supreme Court's overturning of the ban on same-sex marriages could take effect.
Logan said he would extend the corps of volunteers needed to officiate at marriages, and would seek to open new offices to facilitate the ceremonies."We expect that when the decision goes into effect, that there will be an initial peak in the volume of people coming into our office," he said. "We want to be sure we're prepared for that. We want to make sure we're staffed up for that."Logan said he already has received a request from city officials in West Hollywood to have the county open a marriage-license office there.
"It's also possible that they may have somebody in their own staff" to perform the ceremonies, Logan said.Supervisors have also asked Logan to convene an advisory group with gay community leaders to get a better handle on the numbers of couples expected to seek licenses. The Sheriff's Department and the Office of Public Safety, which protects county buildings, also have been asked to provide extra security during the first few weeks the marriages are permitted.Last week, justices struck down the state's ban on same-sex marriage in a broadly worded decision that would invalidate virtually any law that discriminates on the basis of sexual orientation. Officials said it would be at least 30 days from the court's action before marriage licenses could be issued. But opponents could ask the court to rehear the case. Even if the court declined, such a request could delay the effective date by up to 90 days.
LA Times Story dated May 20, 2008
http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-lagay21-2008may21,0,6730541.story
By Jean-Paul Renaud, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer 1:27 PM PDT, May 20, 2008
Acting Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk Dean Logan told county supervisors today that his office would be ready to perform same-sex marriages on June 16.That is the earliest date on which the state Supreme Court's overturning of the ban on same-sex marriages could take effect.
Logan said he would extend the corps of volunteers needed to officiate at marriages, and would seek to open new offices to facilitate the ceremonies."We expect that when the decision goes into effect, that there will be an initial peak in the volume of people coming into our office," he said. "We want to be sure we're prepared for that. We want to make sure we're staffed up for that."Logan said he already has received a request from city officials in West Hollywood to have the county open a marriage-license office there.
"It's also possible that they may have somebody in their own staff" to perform the ceremonies, Logan said.Supervisors have also asked Logan to convene an advisory group with gay community leaders to get a better handle on the numbers of couples expected to seek licenses. The Sheriff's Department and the Office of Public Safety, which protects county buildings, also have been asked to provide extra security during the first few weeks the marriages are permitted.Last week, justices struck down the state's ban on same-sex marriage in a broadly worded decision that would invalidate virtually any law that discriminates on the basis of sexual orientation. Officials said it would be at least 30 days from the court's action before marriage licenses could be issued. But opponents could ask the court to rehear the case. Even if the court declined, such a request could delay the effective date by up to 90 days.
LA Times Story dated May 20, 2008
http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-lagay21-2008may21,0,6730541.story
May 15, 2008
The California Supreme Court has overturned a ban on gay marriage
SAN FRANCISCO - The California Supreme Court has overturned a ban on gay marriage, paving the way for California to become the second state where gay and lesbian residents can marry.
The case involved a series of lawsuits seeking to overturn a voter-approved law that defines marriage as a union between a man and a woman.
With the ruling, California could become the second state after Massachusetts where gay and lesbian residents can marry.
"What happens in California, either way, will have a huge impact around the nation. It will set the tone," said Geoffrey Kors, executive director of the gay rights group Equality California.
California already offers same-sex couples who register as domestic partners the same legal rights and responsibilities as married spouses, including the right to divorce and to sue for child support. It's therefore unclear what additional relief state lawmakers could offer short of marriage if the court renders the existing ban unconstitutional.
A coalition of religious and social conservative groups is attempting to put a measure on the November ballot that would enshrine California's current laws banning gay marriage in the state constitution.
The Secretary of State is expected to rule by the end of June whether the sponsors gathered enough signature to qualify the marriage amendment, similar to ones enacted in 26 other states.
The cases before the California court were brought by the city of San Francisco, two dozen gay and lesbian couples, Equality California and another gay rights group in March 2004 after the court halted San Francisco's monthlong same-sex wedding march that took place at Mayor Gavin Newsom's direction.
Story from the Associated Press May 15, 2008
The case involved a series of lawsuits seeking to overturn a voter-approved law that defines marriage as a union between a man and a woman.
With the ruling, California could become the second state after Massachusetts where gay and lesbian residents can marry.
"What happens in California, either way, will have a huge impact around the nation. It will set the tone," said Geoffrey Kors, executive director of the gay rights group Equality California.
California already offers same-sex couples who register as domestic partners the same legal rights and responsibilities as married spouses, including the right to divorce and to sue for child support. It's therefore unclear what additional relief state lawmakers could offer short of marriage if the court renders the existing ban unconstitutional.
A coalition of religious and social conservative groups is attempting to put a measure on the November ballot that would enshrine California's current laws banning gay marriage in the state constitution.
The Secretary of State is expected to rule by the end of June whether the sponsors gathered enough signature to qualify the marriage amendment, similar to ones enacted in 26 other states.
The cases before the California court were brought by the city of San Francisco, two dozen gay and lesbian couples, Equality California and another gay rights group in March 2004 after the court halted San Francisco's monthlong same-sex wedding march that took place at Mayor Gavin Newsom's direction.
Story from the Associated Press May 15, 2008
February 13, 2008
Leap Year Wedding on February 29th 2008
Wedding Chapel Special --- Leap Year Wedding on February 29th 2008
Leap year wedding on February 29th. Get married on a very unique day.
Just think you only have to give an anniversary gift every 4 years.
Book early to get the best time.
$300 package with 15 or more guests will receive a free cake and cider in the chapel. Also one free 8x10 image.
$350 package with 26-40 guests receive the cake, cider, 8x10 and a free CD of all the wedding images.Bride and groom rate for that day is $200 (no guests)Call for available times. We will also have the Torrance park weddings on this day.
Leap year wedding on February 29th. Get married on a very unique day.
Just think you only have to give an anniversary gift every 4 years.
Book early to get the best time.
$300 package with 15 or more guests will receive a free cake and cider in the chapel. Also one free 8x10 image.
$350 package with 26-40 guests receive the cake, cider, 8x10 and a free CD of all the wedding images.Bride and groom rate for that day is $200 (no guests)Call for available times. We will also have the Torrance park weddings on this day.
February 2, 2008
St. Patrick's Day Wedding 3/17/08
Luck of the Irish on your wedding day...
Do you want a fun day to get married? How about St. Patrick's Day in our Wedding Chapel.
The Chapel is decorated for the day and we have a special that includes a green cake and green cider.
Do you want a fun day to get married? How about St. Patrick's Day in our Wedding Chapel.
The Chapel is decorated for the day and we have a special that includes a green cake and green cider.
January 7, 2008
HOME WEDDING MINISTER & PHOTOGRAPHER SPECIAL
HOME WEDDING MINISTER & PHOTOGRAPHER SPECIAL
Special running through 2/28/08 - Get married in your Home - (So Bay area) - $500 - includes Minister, County of Los Angeles Married License issued by our Notary, One certified copy of license, 1 Photographer for 1 Hr - takes about 150 digital images - you get all images on CD(no prints for this package), and website to view your images. Prints can be ordered directly from the online gallery.
The wedding must take place on or before 2/28/08, and be in Torrance, Long Beach, Lomita, PV, local beach cities, Harbor City, Wilmington, or Hawthorne.
Call about other cities and locations. Book today, as spots are going fast.
This is a $125 savings off our normal fees. Call for more details.
Special running through 2/28/08 - Get married in your Home - (So Bay area) - $500 - includes Minister, County of Los Angeles Married License issued by our Notary, One certified copy of license, 1 Photographer for 1 Hr - takes about 150 digital images - you get all images on CD(no prints for this package), and website to view your images. Prints can be ordered directly from the online gallery.
The wedding must take place on or before 2/28/08, and be in Torrance, Long Beach, Lomita, PV, local beach cities, Harbor City, Wilmington, or Hawthorne.
Call about other cities and locations. Book today, as spots are going fast.
This is a $125 savings off our normal fees. Call for more details.
Valentine's Day Wedding Special 2/14/08 and 2/16/08
No need to wait in long lines at the county to get married.
Get married now in our beautiful chapel.
Valentine's Day is on Thursday this year. We have several specials for this special day and Saturday 2/16/08 as well.
On both days we will give all couples one free 8x10.
Free cake and cider for all packages of 15 or more guests.
Book the 40 guest package and receive a free CD of all your wedding images ($75 value)
All offers apply to 2/14/08 and 2/16/08 weddings. Book now for the best times. Do not miss your chance to get married on Valentine's Day this year.
Quick no wait weddings in our beautiful wedding chapel. We will be open late on both days.
Valentine's Day Wedding Photographers are still available for these dates give Sunset Bride a call if you are looking for a photographer. http://www.SunsetBride.com or Email SunsetBride@gmail.com
Get married now in our beautiful chapel.
Valentine's Day is on Thursday this year. We have several specials for this special day and Saturday 2/16/08 as well.
On both days we will give all couples one free 8x10.
Free cake and cider for all packages of 15 or more guests.
Book the 40 guest package and receive a free CD of all your wedding images ($75 value)
All offers apply to 2/14/08 and 2/16/08 weddings. Book now for the best times. Do not miss your chance to get married on Valentine's Day this year.
Quick no wait weddings in our beautiful wedding chapel. We will be open late on both days.
Valentine's Day Wedding Photographers are still available for these dates give Sunset Bride a call if you are looking for a photographer. http://www.SunsetBride.com or Email SunsetBride@gmail.com
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