Life between trips

I've finalised my solemniser sometime back in June. Today, i got to meet the solemniser in person and got my form signed. I realise how "HOT" my day is. I understand that some couples are frantically looking for a solemniser. I emphatise with them and understand how they feel. I feel very fortunate and thankful now.

To Do CHECK (1) Be punctual, and arrive at the marriage venue at least 15 minutes before appointed time. Solemnisation starts punctually as scheduled. If for any reason your solemnisation is delayed beyond 30 minutes without notice, your Solemniser may leave the marriage venue. Under such circumstances, you will need to e-Change a new solemnisation date. A fee is payable. If your new solemnisation date is after expiration of 3 months of notice filed, you will need to submit a new application, ie e-File a new notice of marriage (2) Two witness must be present Solemnisation duration averages five minutes. If your solemnisation is carried out at a religious venue, the ceremony may be longer, with religious rituals included (3)You and your family accord your Solemniser the same courtesy as you would your specially invited guests (4)You reimburse your Solemniser for transport costs incurred to officiate at your wedding. The reimbursement guideline is $28 to $48. To Bring CH...

Here's my step by step guide for reference. Items with check is for my own reference. The main criteria is of course a solemnisation held outside ROM office. 1: Get a solemniser Ensure that his name is still valid under the list of licensed solemniser. There are 3 main categories: grassroot leader, justice of peace and additional solemniser. 2. Check eligibility Special conditions if you are below 21 years of age. CHECK Verification and Statutory Declaration: Both of you are required to come to ROM on the scheduled date and time. 3. What to prepare NRIC (Identity Card for Singaporean & PR) / Passport (for foreigners) NRIC (Identity Card) / Passports of 2 witnesses above 21 years of age Witness can be anyone and no restriction on nationality. CHECK :Verification and Statutory Declaration: Both of you are required to come to ROM on the scheduled date and time. 4. Time The earliest and latest date you may solemnise your marriage is after expiration of 21 da...

I wonder if i've taken for granted that i can easily get a good solemniser. My definition of a good solemniser: - needs to be on time - friendly and easy going - flexibility in handling tricky situations - Good command of English and/or chinese speaking He/She does not need to be very funny or entertaining. He just need to solemnise my wedding. But of course, i will only take recommendations from friends. Sounds very easy? NO! I figured that it soon to be turning out to be a nightmare. I can't get a solemniser for my exact timing. It must be between 6 - 630 pm on 10 Oct 2010. For the fact that its a super hot date. I should have try to source for one earlier. I've approached 3 solemnisers - 2 are not "hot seat" solemnisers. One is currently booked for my required timing but offer us another time slots. Another wants to evaluate us before accepting us. The third is already fully booked This is much more difficult than i thought.