"Aloha Means Love"
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A Sign & Go marriage ceremony, also known as a 'marriage license signing,' 'signature service,' or 'signing only' ceremony, is a simple option for couples who wish to be married by an officiant without a traditional wedding or elopement celebration.
Choose a Signing Only or Short & Sweet Ceremony.
Meet at the office, under the plumeria tree, Waikoloa Beach Resort or at the Beach. Choose a time between 10am and 1pm.
For a prompt response regarding date availability, please text Michaela at 808-896-7955. Kindly provide the ceremony date, time and option number.
"I would recommend Aloha Means Love to anyone looking to have a sweet and carefree ceremony.
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Choose a Short & Sweet Ceremony or an Authentic Hawaiian Ceremony
(In Hawaiian Wiki means quick)
Text Michaela at 808-896-7955 to check available dates.
Add tax and service fees.
Authentic Hawaiian Ceremony
Choose Between 11am - 1pm
Ceremony held at the Beach
$495.00
The ceremony will take place at either Naupaka or Anaehoomalu Bay, Waikoloa Beach Resort.
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What's Included:
25-minute ceremony
Authentic Hawaiian Ceremony Officiated Performed by Michaela
Two Kukui Nut Leis for Lei Exchange
Consultation to assist with questions about the marriage licensing process.
Hawaii Island Beach Permit
State Required Liability Insurance
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Legal Signing or Short & Sweet
Choose Between 11am - 1pm
Ceremony held at the Beach
$295.00
The ceremony will take place at either Naupaka or Anaehoomalu Bay in Waikoloa Beach Resort.
Ceremony Includes:
5-8 Minute Ceremony
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Reading (optional)
Lei Exchange (leis are not included optional)
Vows (optional)
Declaration of Intent
Ring Exchange and Blessing (optional)
Proclamation
Signing and Finalizing Marriage with the State of Hawaii.
Finalized copy sent to you for review.
Includes:
Beach Permit
State of Hawaii Liability Insurance.
Legal Signing or Short & Sweet
Choose Between 11am - 1pm
Waikoloa Village
$100.00
Location: Waikoloa Village
Meet Michaela at her office in Waikoloa Village.
Ceremony is performed under the plumeria tree. We can add the ring and lei exchange if you like. Leis are not provided.
Declaration of Intent
Proclamation
Signing and Finalizing Marriage with the State of Hawaii.
Finalized copy sent to you for review.
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Add 100.00 if you prefer to meet Michaela at the Queens Shops Waikoloa, bench under the clock.
Steps to Planning Your Big Island Ceremony with Michaela
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1) Is your date available?
Text, call or email Michaela to see if your date is available. You can also use the request form provided. *For the quickest response, text Michaela at 808-896-7955, leave ceremony date and any additional available information and details.
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2) If Date is Available:
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Email or text Michaela at 808-896-7955, both names, ceremony date, time, location, email billing address, phone numbers and selected option. Esitmated locations and time are okay as well.
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Schedule a time to meet Michaela on the phone to go over price options, details and ceremony script.
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Michaela will send you a non-refundable retainer/deposit which confirms our commitment to each other.
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Date will be confirmed once retainer is received. (Credit Card, Venmo or Zelle)
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FOR VOW RENEWALS, ALREADY MARRIED OR COMMITMENT CEREMONIES: SKIP THE LICENSING PROCESS. CEREMONY SCRIPT HAS A FEW CHANGES TO INCLUDE YEARS OF MARRIAGE AND ADDITIONAL VARIATIONS. PRICES ARE ALL THE SAME.
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Marriage Licensing Process is Next:
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APPLY ONLINE: Application for your marriage license needs to be completed online. (License application has a 65.00 fee and good for a year) You will need my Performer License: Michaela Lehuanani Larson ​2013-02829. Register for a marriage license (print two copies). http://health.hawaii.gov/big-island/home/vital-statistics/marriage-civil-union-license/
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SCHEDULE APPOINTMENT WITH LICENSING AGENT: Make an appointment with one of the State of Hawaii Licensing Agents (30 days out, 5.00 fee) You must have your online application completed and Locater ID Number, Agent will request this from you. ​
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MEET LICENSING AGENT: Meet the licensing agent as scheduled. MUST HAVE AN APPOINTMENT
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WEDDING DAY: Meet me at the ceremony location with your license for signing following the ceremony. Please be sure to bring the license to the ceremony location, do not leave it in the car, hotel, home or at your BNB.
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Michaela will take the signed marriage license and finalized your marriage with the State of Hawaii.
The official hard copy will arrive in your mail 10 to 20 days following your finalized marriage.
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HAWAII ISLAND LICENSING AGENTS
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HILO
District Health Office – Hilo (By Appointment Only)
Letisha Kuwahara
(808) 974-6004
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Governor’s Liaison Office – Hilo (By Appointment Only)
Dennis Onishi
(808) 974-6262
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Private Agent (By Appointment Only)
Rose Delfin
(808) 640-6179
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NORTH KONA
Private Agent (By Appointment Only)
Monica Balanay
(808) 325-8072
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SOUTH KONA
Governor’s Liaison Office – Captain Cook (By Appointment Only)
Susan Kim & Pamela Sanchis
(808) 323-4542
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WAIMEA
District Health Office - Waimea (By Appointment Only)
Tiffany Joaquin
(808) 887-8114
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Linked Performer License: Larson, Michaela 2013-02829
Please watch this instructional video for more information.
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Go to the online application by clicking here:
https://emrs.ehawaii.gov/emrs/public/home.html
Sample of the Marriage License
https://health.hawaii.gov/vitalrecords/files/2013/05/marriagelicense.pdf
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Ceremony Script Outline​
Authentic Hawaiian Ceremony
Authentic Hawaiian Elements Designed for Everyone
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Pre-designed Ceremony Outline:
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The Calling of the Conch Shell - The conch shell is blown to open the ceremony.
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Hawaiian Chant - The chant of Aloha, of love.
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The Greeting - The Hawaiian word for love is Aloha.
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Blessing of the Rings and the Wedding Couple - Hawaiian chant & pa’a kai (sea salt).
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Ohe Hana Ihu, ancient Hawaiian Flute - Sweet sound of the flute, a tranquil moment.
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Exchange your Lei of Love - In Hawaii we exchange leis as a symbol of our love.
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​The Honi - Exchange of Ha and Mana, Ha (amazing experience) - Sacred Hawaiian gift of love
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The Reading
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The Vows - Repeat after me or prepare your own personal vows.
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Declaration of Consent I Do's
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The Ring Blessing & Exchange ​
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Kukui Ceremony - Unity Ceremony
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​Kukui Reading, Light of Love "Two Become One" the Unity Blessing
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Hawaiian Closing Chant
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Closing Words - By Michaela
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Pronouncement
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Present Couple as Legally Married
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Processing and Finalizing Marriage with the State of Hawaii​​​
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Copy of Finalized License Emailed to you for your records.
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Michaela will send you a copy of the ceremony script.
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If you'd like to add Sand or Salt Ceremony, Unity Cross, Jumping the Broom, Handfasting Ceremony,
or any Special Touches, please be sure to provide your own vessels, broom, cords etc.
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Authentic Hawaiian Ceremonies Designed for Everyone!
If your looking for a ceremony at sunset then you'll want to check out my Hawaiian Style Beach Weddings website.
Greetings everyone!
My name is Michaela Lehuanani Larson, a Hawaiian and a former Hawaiian studies teacher. I come from a traditional Hawaiian family and can provide you with the knowledge and insight needed to perform authentic Hawaiian elements in your ceremony. All ceremonies are designed for everyone to experience the spirit of aloha are filled with love. Contact me at 808-896-7955 to check availability for your event.