Ceremonies For Sacred Days - Shyamala Littlefield
Reviews for Ceremonies For Sacred Days - Shyamala Littlefield
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shyamala could not have been better to work with, she did such an amazing job my wedding guests came up to me to comment what a beautiful ceremony it was and how she had a beautiful and calming voice. she was a pleasure to work with and helped both my husband and i with how to go about the ceremony to make it a wonderful expierence for both of us.
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Shymamala was able to capture such a personal feel in ceremony by talking with my husband and I once over the phone. When she sent me the first draft for review, it was perfect. We asked for the short and sweet version, which lasted maybe 10-15 minutes. My guests said it was the most beautiful cermony they had been to! We were extremely satisfied with her service!
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Shyamala was wonderful to work with. We met with her about a month before our Wedding ceremony and we were looking for someone who would help us customize it. She was so inspiring and helpful from day one and helped us incorporate all of the traditions we wanted to. She has such a friendly and warm personality and we are so grateful we were able to work with her. I would highly recommend her.
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Shyamala was the perfect choice to be our officiant. Both my husband and I connected immediately with her, even over the phone! She possesses a natural way of getting to know you as an individual and as a couple. She is extremely easy to talk to and is a truly gifted writer/speaker. I would highly recommend Shyamala to any couple that wants a ceremony that is unique and perfectly reflective of their personalities and values. She quickly became part of our wedding-planning "family" and we fell in love with her and her calm, endearing soul. Thank you Shyamala!
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Shyamala provided us with resources which helped us better express ourselves. She also provided her own words which made a special day even more so.
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Shyamala Littlefield was an amazing person to work with, she made my wedding ceremony so special, she was easy to get along with, and helped me figure how to plan my wedding ceremony, especially when things were at last minute. I appreciate everything she did for me in making my day so special and memorable, I would recommend her to any bride. You would love to have an officiant so understanding, kind, and spiritually bonding. Thank you Shyamala. =)
-zuri
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Shaymala was FANTASTIC. Our wedding was simply beautiful and exactly what we wanted. I highly recommend her to anyone.
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We couldn't make it at the time we scheduled, and Mrs Littelfield was kind enough to reschedule our apointment.
Very proffessional, and she made the ceremony very cozy and familiar.
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We were very lucky to get Shyamala as a wedding officiant in a very short notice.She made our ceremony unique, personal and just beautiful. Everybody liked her a lot. First I talked to her on the phone then we made an appointment to meet in person. My fiance (now my husband) and I went to her house. She asked us some questions about our love story and in couple weeks she send us the first draft of the ceremony. We were amazed how she accurately described us and our love story in the first draft. She is very warm, organized, and always on time. We are so thankful she was available on our wedding day. I recommend her to any couple!
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Shyamala made me feel very comfortable from the first phone conversation. I was someone who was very new to planning a wedding - and she made the process very easy, and also adapted the ceremony to be beautiful and non-religious, as we wanted it to be. She provided ceremony material from which we could select the passages we liked, and sent us a draft - which was perfect :). The whole process took about two web chats and a few emails - and that was it!
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We're so lucky to find Shyamala through this web site that we not only had a high quality of service but also found one of the best wedding places through her. Shyamala did a wonderful job in a very short period--only two weeks notice, and she designed a very touching wedding plan based on our tradition and situation. All of these made a beautiful and memorable wedding for us. We are very happy to have Shyamala to be our wedding officiant and highly recommend her.
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Shyamala was an excellent officiant; my husband and I couldn't have asked for more. We wanted a personal, unique ceremony, and with her help we got just that. We didn't want religion to be a part of the ceremony (we didn't want to use the word "God" for example), and she was very open to that and helpful in suggesting alternate lines to use while still making the ceremony feel personal and special. Leading up to the wedding, she had several in depth conversations with us (in person and over the phone) to ascertain what kind of ceremony we were looking for, and offered many different options for the ceremony that would help to create exactly what we wanted. She also encouraged us to be creative since we weren't finding exactly what we wanted and we ended up creating our own "ritual" in place of the traditional rose or sand ceremony. She was excited with our creativity and great at making suggestions on how the ritual could work even better.
We didn't want to read the entire ceremony before the wedding, so she gave us a general overview of how the ceremony would go, and we felt comfortable that she understood what we were looking for. On our wedding day, we both loved what she wrote and loved listening to Shyamala's words about each other and about marriage. She even spoke with my husband and I individually and then spoke during the ceremony about how we felt about each other. It was amazing to listen to her speak about how my husband feels about me. Overall, I LOVED our ceremony. So many of our guests told us it was the most beautiful ceremony they witnessed, even months later!
One of my favorite things about working with Shyamala was that she visibly enjoyed being a part of creating a ceremony for and with us. I didn't realize how much goes into creating a ceremony and Shyamala made the whole process easy and enjoyable. She is so patient and kind and caring, exactly what we wanted in an officiant. I will recommend her until I am blue in the face!
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Let me join the 5 stars and if I could go higher I would. We tried out two other officiants before finding Shyamala via Yelp. Best find ever! We had a theme wedding and Shyamala not only brought leadership, grounding, and knowledge, she was more than willing to integrate the theme through words, clothing and spirit. Shyamala helped us in composing several parts of the ceremony and made suggestions that shifted the ceremony from good to wonderful. We have received several great comments on the ceremony, especially the sand ceremony. Great officiant!
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We are so happy we chose Shyamala as the officiant for our wedding! We had a very small ceremony with less than 50 people, so we really wanted someone who could bring a warm and personal touch. Shyamala came highly recommended by the staff at our venue, so we gave her a call and set up a time to discuss our needs. From the very start we found her to be down-to-earth, friendly, and (most importantly for me) very calming. She interviewed us in person and by phone, and got to know us well in a relatively short time. She sent us a few drafts of our ceremony, and we communicated frequently by phone and by email (she usually responded in a day or two to any of my inquiries and edits). The end result was fabulous, and I can honestly say that Shyamala is a true artist! She was able to weave our individual stories into a beautiful and unique ceremony that was told in such a moving and heartfelt manner that several guests commented afterwards on her wonderful style. She also showed up early on the day of the ceremony, took care of the paperwork with city hall, and mailed us a beautiful copy of the transcript of our ceremony. If you're a "type A" bride like me - a bride who could really benefit from a calming presence on your big day - then Shyamala is a great choice! :) Thank you, Shyamala!
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We were truly blessed to have Shyamala as the officiant for our wedding. We did not want a typical wedding with traditional vows. We really wanted a personal experience from the heart and Shyamala helped us achieve that. She listened very closely to what we wanted and took the time to get to know both me and my fiance (now husband!). She interviewed us together and again separately, asking questions that really got to the deepest of feelings. She then took our comments and feedback and recreated our love story for the wedding. It was perfect! If you are seeking a very intimate and personal experience for your wedding, I am pleased to provide the highest of recommendations for her work. She was EXACTLY what we had hoped for! Thank you, Shyamala!!
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Shyamala was the officiant for our wedding in Oakland on 9/8/12 and we couldn't have asked for a better wedding! She was gentle, kind and was so easy to work with - the ceremony came together beautifully and our friends are still talking about what a great ceremony we had. She has very creative ideas and was easily able to incorporate our 3 year old daughter into the ceremony as we wished. She's very professional and an all-around warm and generous person. We can't recommend Shyamala enough!
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Really happy with Shyamala. Apart from being very nice and warm to talk to , she is also a very nice human being which is what we appreciated a lot. We worked with us to make our wedding ceremony a memorable one. Would definitely recommend her to everyone.
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Shyamala provided the best service possible. We met Shyamala the day before the wedding to go over the final details. She was welcoming, kind and understanding of our unique needs. We felt as if we had known Shyamala for years and were talking to an old friend!
On the day of ceremony, she arrived early and met with family and friends. We now consider her part of our extended family. We are so grateful we had the pleasure of meeting Shyamala. Our wedding was enhanced by Shyamala!
Thank you for your attention to detail and your kind words to our family and friends. We highly recommend Shyamala to any couple looking for an officiant.
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Shyamala was our officiant for our outdoor wedding in Oakland, CA on 8-25-12. She is an amazing woman. A very kind spirited, genuine good soul. She worked with us to customize our day specifically to our needs. She meets with you ahead of time even in her own home to talk about your love story and get to know you as a couple. I really feel like she loves marrying couples and see's/feel's the true beauty in it and that it's not just a job to her. She was open to all of our ideas and was able to incorporate them. She has a lot of material for you to reference that you can use related to readings, vows, etc....or you can bring your own! Our day turned out flawless. I would definitely recommend her.
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Shyamala was such an integral part to creating a personal and meaningful ceremony... I can't recommend her highly enough. As others have mentioned, she is a warm and caring person who really takes the time to get to know you as a couple. Her presence as an officiant is exactly what anyone would want: professional, nurturing and grounded. So many of our friends (even true wedding addicts) have mentioned how moved they were by the ceremony. It was joyful and fun and we can't thank Shyamala enough.
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Shyamala was wonderful! Working with her was a pleasure. She was very organized and I loved the way she truly makes each person's wedding special and unique. She gives wonderful guidelines but allows you to really create your own ceremony. She was on time to the wedding and really spoke loudly and clearly. I would definitely recommend her!
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Shyamala was an incredible officiant for our wedding! I would highly recommend her for any wedding ceremony. She was incredibly personable, professional, and tailored our ceremony to meet our needs and incorporate our culture. I felt that she spent time and energy to put thought into the words that she was saying on our wedding day. It was so special!
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Shyamala Littlefield is the consummate wedding officiant; she is warm, sociable, has a great speaking voice and is very responsive and creative. We contacted Shyamala about 9 months prior to our wedding and had a telephone conversation with her. We instantly knew that she was "the one" for us.
Because my husband and I had conflicting schedules, we met Shyamala initially through Skype to discuss our vision for our wedding. Later on, we met at our home in Oakland. It was lovely to meet her face to face, and I knew then that our ceremony was in good hands. Throughout the process of planning our wedding, Shyamala kept in touch with us. When we came down to the "wire" for our wedding and had to change some details we had previously discussed, she was able to integrate them into our ceremony seamlessly.
Our ceremony was beautiful and memorable. We loved it so much and cannot wait to relive it when we see our wedding video. Thank you, Shyamala, for a beautiful ceremony. I would highly recommend her!
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This was a second marriage for me. My first husband had passed away after a long extended illness leaving me with two children that were eight and ten. When I remarried about 18 months later, Shyamala really went out of her way to incorporate my children into the ceremony and to make the wedding truly a family affair. I felt truly blessed that we found an officiant who was so flexible and helpful to give us exacly the type of ceremony that we all wanted. She listened to what we wanted - then offered suggestions as to how we could have such a wonderful wedding. The day couldn't have been more perfect for all of us.
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Shyamala did a great job of combining our two, different religious backgrounds - Jewish and Catholic - in a ceremony that met both of our expectations. She also did a nice job combining personal information from both of us into the ceremony.
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To most people this moment in life should come only once and stay in our hearts and souls forever fresh, Shyamala made sure both my wife and I will never forget our wedding by the Bay. The day was perfect, weather was beautiful, it was unforgettable. You will not regret working this precious moment of life with Shyamala!
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It was fantastic! Shyamala Littlefield helped make our special day the way we wanted it.
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Shyamala was just who we were hoping for when searching for our wedding officiant. She made the whole ceremony feel special, custom, and like it was truly made for us. She listened to our stories, asked the right questions, and was able to translate our wants into a wonderfully well thought out and beautifully written ceremony. My family and friends were truly impressed by how personal it felt, and we couldn't have been happier with the outcome. I would highly recommend her to all of my family and friends!!
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Shyamala created a touching and personal ceremony; it was perfectly tailored to us. She also guided us through the legalities, which was especially helpful for us since we live outside the state we were married in. She was also willing to drive over an hour for our ceremony without any hesitation. The ceremony was beautiful and we couldn't have asked for more!
Sarah & Jordan Baugh
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Shyamala did a wonderful job on our wedding ceremony. She asked us the perfect questions to obtain information to incorporate into our ceremony. She has such a pleasant personality that it is quite easy to talk to her.
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Shyamala Littlefield is truly a treasure find. I posted on an online website for Napa/Sonoma area looking for a non-denominational but spiritual, fun loving, eclectic, gifted speaker for a quirky couple like myself and my husband to be. Shyamala was so quick to respond, telling me she loved my post and would we like to set up an over the phone meeting with us.
Once we spoke, I knew she was the ONE! I felt like she worked with us every step of the way to make our ceremony SO personal and witty. We met in person with her and then had a few follow up one on ones...I read the entire ceremony written the week before and it brought tears to my eyes in just the reading.
The actual ceremony was MAGICAL. She spoke eloquently and her personal statements about us as a couple were spot on. Truly AMAZING! Thanks so much Shyamala for making this day truly one of the BEST in my life. Guests were so moved and said it was one of the most loving, laughable and poignant ceremonies they had ever seen.
Search no more, if you live in the bay area or are hosting your wedding ceremony in or around wine country, Shyamala Littlefield, is your OFFICIANT!
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I cannot give Shyamala enough praise for putting together and performing such a wonderful ceremony for my husband and me! She is very kind, friendly, welcoming, and open-minded. My husband and I honestly did not know where to start with the ceremony. Shyamala provided us with plenty of sample wedding vows to use (we were going to write and say our own, but I got nervous at the end!) as well as sample poems and readings. She is incredibly flexible when it comes to customizing the ceremony. My husband and I wrote a poem together, which we used as the reading. So many of our guests raved about how moving the ceremony was! Thank you so much Shyamala!
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We could not have asked for more. It was the perfect ceremony. We received so many compliments on the ceremony. Thanks Shyamala. She loves what she does and thats why shes the best at it. She was very easy to work with and very accomodating to our schedule. we pretty much worked over phone and email. we met her for the first time at our rehearsal (2 days before the wedding). She wrote the perfect vows with the right amount of love and affection. She always managed to come up with new ideas in engaging people that were interested in being part of the ceremony. Overall, Shyamala made it our perfect day. thank you!
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Shyamala worked with my husband and I to give us the exact ceremony we wanted. We did not want a traditional ceremony, or vows. She gave us guidance when we needed it and gave us support with what we wanted. I would definitely recommend her!
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Weddings are special occasions and to my new wife and I it was very important that the ceremonie was put together with a personal touch, and said in a professional manner. Shyamala met with us and asked us questions, the answers to which gave her the information she needed to write a perfect ceremonie. She sent us material to look over, and asked for input from us. Send us a draft and delivered with perfection..
We're more than 100% satisfied with her performance on every level and recommend her to anyone who is looking for an officient to marry them.
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Shyamala put an incredible amount of thought and energy into our wedding ceremony to make it exceptionally personal, relevant, and memorable. During the planning phases she did a lot of research to propose ideas that would make our ceremony uniquely ours, and collaborated with us to make sure it was the experience we wanted to have. Thanks to Shyamala, she helped make our special day truly special.
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Shyamala Littlefield did a superb job with our wedding ceremony. We could not have been more pleased. What was astonishing to both myself and the groom was that we were not able to provide her with very much information about what we wanted and only told her to keep it very simple. That isn't much to go on! And it was as if she read our minds (and hearts) and created a perfect expression of our intention of love and commitment. She said everything we would have wanted to say, with eloquence and grace, and nothing superfluous or 'canned'. We were deeply grateful and touched by our simple but profound ceremony.
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Shayamala was marvelous, professional, warm and gracious. She made us feel comfortable as we wrote our feelings about each other and guided us in designing our wedding vows. Michael and I are not "writers" but Shyamala made us look like it! Our guests particularly commented on the sincerity and intimacy of the ceremony, thank you Shyamala!
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My fiancé and I are to be married next month. We were having a serious communication issue with our officiant and did not think that we would have anyone to perform our wedding! We contacted Shyamala at the last possible minute and asked if she would be available. She was extremely helpful and understanding and very willing to work with us to find a solution. We have a strict timeline that was already set in place and she offered flexibility in her schedule to work with what we had. She was extremely professional, helpful, and most importantly, CALMING to a bride in distress. Though we were finally able to work things out with our original officiant and are no longer in need of her services (we hope!), we extend great thanks to her for her kindness.
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I coudn't imagine a better officiant than Shyamala. Our wedding was made so beautiful with her effort in personalizing our ceremony and incorporating the sand ritual to make my children as much a part of our wedding. One of our college friends at the wedding was actually so inspired and said that she will definitely call on Shyamala when it's her time to tie the knot. Our parents, family and friends really loved how very personal and touching Shyamala had made our ceremony to be.
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Shyamala was so much more than we expected in an Officiant! We instantly felt comfortable with her. She welcomed us into her home and we all had tea. She asked us questions about how we met, our story, and how our relationship evolved. She guided us through the process of making a custom ceremony and after meeting with us she was able to put something together that really expressed who we are. The ceremony was such a profound experience and several of our guests commented on how they had never been to a wedding that expressed who the couple really was as well as ours did. That meant a lot to us. She is sensitive to any secular, spiritual or religious background you may have and whether you desire to incorporate that into the ceremony or not. The most fantastic thing was how relaxed she made us feel. You really don't have to do any work with her, it's easy. You are in good hands with Shyamala.
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My husband and I had the pleasure of Shyamala officiate our wedding ceremony in August 2011. Everything about how Shamala runs her business (really, she provides a service), her professionalism, fair pricing, custom or template options for vows and such are all top notch! You will not be disapointed by just getting in touch with her.
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Shyamala was a fantastic shepherd to us as we prepared for our wedding day. In the midst of a wedding whose planning brought out the family crazy, she was centered and focused on the soul of our day: our relationship to each other and hopes for the future. My partner and I still talk about the things we learned about ourselves and each other during our consultation with her. She was flexible, non-pretentious, and kind to even the most strident of my female relatives. We recommend her whole-heartedly and with perfect faith.
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I found Shyamala online while looking for a wedding officiant. She responded quickly and provided many suggestions as to what we can have for our non-denominational wedding.
She met with us and we were surprised that she looks far from the picture that was provided on her website. We scheduled a meeting in a public place, which she said she had to leave relatively soon because she was meeting with another couple.
She gave us the materials that we could use for the wedding and told us to contact her again. We paid her electronically. If I remember, it was through paypal.
Three days before the wedding, Shyamala calls my husband-to-be and informed him that she will be charging us an additional $50 because of gas prices and that because business wasn't going so well. We had great thoughts about her until this point. I understand that it is a tough economy, but it was unfair to spring this on us a few days before the wedding after we had a contract agreement of the cost. In additional to the cost of all the rest of the wedding materials, venues, and menus we have to worry about, I felt deceived by the person that was going to perform my wedding.
I was happy to get married, but if I had to chose again, it would have been with a wedding officiant that was honest and professional.
Vendor response to review
Your wedding was so lovely and such a profound rite of passage for the two of you. I would never want there to be any bad feelings around such a sacred ceremony. I am returning the $50 travel fee to you with my sincere wishes that this will restore harmony. It would have been best not to charge you the travel fee and I no longer charge travel fees at all. I wish you both all the very best.
GUEST




Shyamala had her work cut out when it came to serving as officiant for our wedding. We wanted someone to WOW us; someone insightful,a spiritual visionary if you will, to impart real words of wisdom to us as we set out to fulfill the rest of our days together. (We are entering our "Senior Years.")
Shyamala didn't disappoint us, but rather, exceeded our expectations! Her words had real meaning for us both,especially the Celtic Handfasting Ceremony, as we are both Celtic. She was thoughtful enough to send us a nicely presented copy of her wedding discourse, as well.
We reside in the Northern California Foothills, so we were really impressed that she inconvenienced herself by traveling quite some distance to officiate at our wedding, something she clearly didn't have to do...if you're wanting someone like THIS to make your special day absolutely unforgettable, then take my advice...call Shy!!!
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Shyamala was our Officiant for our ceremony on May 28, 2011. Everyone commented on how there was a certain calmness and sweetness to our ceremony. We attribute a lot of the credit to how Shyamala guided us through the process. She is unbelievably kind, patient and knowledgeable. Shyamala made us feel instantly at ease. We live in Southern California but were having the wedding in Central Californina, Shyamala met with us via webcam. Here kindness will never be forgetten. We completely and wholeheartedly recommend her services. She is just plain Great!
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Shyamala was very nice and professional. She really listened to us and asked great questions so she create a tailor-made ceromony for us. We didn't really know what we wanted but Shyamala was able to put together a terrific ceronomy that was just perfect and unique to us as a couple. I would definitely recommend her to anyone who is looking for an officiant. Shyamala is very flexible and provides great service both before and after your ceromony has been completed.
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We were nervous about our wedding ceremony and needed some hand-holding. Shyamala made us feel like we weren't going into unchartered territory alone, she led us through it from the start. We are spiritual people but aren't necessarily brand loyal to any one religion and wanted someone who could conduct a ceremony that reflected that. We also wanted someone who could bring their own personality to the table without being a performer.
Our first meeting with Shyamala came with the expectation that we would still need to meet with at least 2 other officiants the way we go about getting an estimate on new windows. After the first 20 minutes we'd both decided independently that Shyamala was for us. Her warmth and realness made it very clear this was nothing like shopping for windows!
Here’s my attempt at a description of her: She is personable, real; expressive yet 100% genuine. Her spirit is welcoming and warm yet she was just as pragmatic in terms of how to carry things through and she is incredibly organized. She was in our corner from the start - before ever bringing up budget she was concerned more with our wants and needs. We spent the first hour just getting to know each other over tea and cookies at her house!
Her opening address to our friends and family could not have been more perfect and she led us through the rest of the ceremony. She customized our ceremony to honor our deceased family members in a way that was honorable, loving and not the least bit dreary. We got many compliments on how that was done. My fear of crowds was dispelled - being able to look over at Shyamala calmed me. I get teary just thinking about it.
We are not the most conventional people. Among our guests were musicians, magicians, burlesque performers, eccentrics of all kinds. We created an "event" to say the very least. YET, given all of that "dressing", the first thing any of the guests commented on and still do months later, is the ceremony, not all the funny wacky asides. About the ceremony we hear words like "genuine, touching, engrossing, perfect." Many of our guests said "I've been to so many weddings where I tend to tune out, but yours I was really right there..."
We are forever grateful to Shyamala for the perfect wedding ceremony for us.
-Annie and Daniel
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Our first contact with Shyamala Littlefield was when she responded WITHIN HOURS of our posting our need for a wedding officiant on a "Find an Officiant" website. After speaking with her we really wanted to engage her, but decided on a simple courtroom ceremony so that relatives could be present. When those plans fell through (ten days before the event!) we again contacted Shyamala, who was available and willing to be our officiant. She was most helpful and compassionate, hearing our love story and offering some radiant insights. She helped us craft a beautiful and memorable wedding ceremony, weaving our poetry and writings with some of her own prayers and vows. She even cheerfully clambered down the steep stairs to the beach where the ceremony took place. Instead of a dry, cookie cutter civil ceremony we had the wedding of our dreams!
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Shyamala, our wedding officiant, exceeded our expectations by miles. The only agenda she brings to the table is to give you a ceremony that reflects who you are and the experience you want your guests to have. We engaged her on short (~3 weeks notice) and went in with only the most nebulous idea of what we wanted. Shyamala asked good, insightful questions that brought us to an understanding of what we wanted. She is very free and creative with suggestions, and many of them were spot on, but she wasn't the least bit pushy about the ones that missed.
She was totally open to whatever we wanted to do, while being tactful and respectful with guidance. She was a consummate professional at all times (I don't say this lightly - I think professionals are rare in any industry) , both in manner and performance of duty, while somehow also being one of the warmest and most sincere people I have ever met. Our wedding would not have been as deep, fun, smart, or sincere without her. I recommend her with no reservations.
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Shyamala married us 9/19/10 and we were happy with choosing her to be a part of our special day. She is very personable and caring and amongst our stresses reminded us to talk to eachother in a more loving way (sometimes you need that!!). She helped create a special ceremony unique to us and made us feel comfortable being center of attention. Thank you Shyamala. -The Goforths
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Thank you so very much for officiating our wedding. We were very happy and got many compliments about how nice the ceremony was. I appreciate you working with us to tailor the ceremony just for us. It was so special and you were a perfect fit. I really appreciated your lightheartedness, approachability, and the beautiful heartfelt ceremony you created for us.
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Our experience with Shyamala was like meeting and making a new friend. She tuned into us so quickly and naturally she became just like another friend celebrating our happy day. She was totally ‘on board’ with us, supportive and enthusiastic, making the ceremony a sincere and deeply rewarding experience.
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Shyamala Littlefield is an exceptional officiant. She has the love, compassion and intuition to connect with you authentically and help you to create a ceremony that reflects your deepest values. She has the presence, inspiration and good humor to touch the hearts of you and your guests. And Shyamala brings a deeply rooted connection with the sacred that breathes life and love into any ceremony. We wholeheartedly recommend Shyamala and her services.
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Dear Shyamala,
Thank you so much for being the sure hand that guided us in the renewal of our vows. We and all our guests appreciated the feeling of ease, spontaneity, and joy that flowed through the entire ceremony. You had exactly the right words and were so sensitive to the feelings of the moment - a masterful job!
With gratitude,
Nada and Bernie Clyne
Woodbourne, NY
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When we were planning our wedding and the conversation came up about whom to officiate, there wasn’t even a discussion. Shyamala! Shyamala has an easeful style that is very personable and respectful.
One on one or with a large group, Shyamala can create an intimate connection; she is at ease and puts you at ease – a much needed quality on the wedding day! Shyamala treats all people and regards all things with respect; she made us feel that our wedding ceremony was the most important event she had every done.
The genuine care and love that Shyamala brings to all she does and imparts to all those she meets, made our day special indeed. She wants you to have the best, to be the best, and with Shyamala, you can expect the best.
Michele & Thom Cayce
Hurleyville, NY
Shyamala created the most wonderful ceremony for my recent wedding. She asked the right questions, and created the exact feeling and emotion that we wanted for our ceremony. She was excellant to work with, and though we were somewhat last minute on deciding to hire an officiant (We had planned to use a close family friend who was no longer able to attend), she quickly did what she needed to do to get us back on track. I look forward to working with her again in the future and recommending her to all my future brides and grooms!
About Ceremonies For Sacred Days - Shyamala Littlefield
Your wedding, your way... created with your love story, traditions and rituals. Warm, personal ceremonies reflect who you are and the vision you have for your wedding, vow renewal or commitment ceremony. A wedding is a feast of love and I will help you create a recipe that suits your unique tastes whether simple or layered with creative expression. I am ordained as a non-denominational minister and serve all faiths, beliefs and orientations. Beautifully simple wedding ceremonies are also available in my Oakland garden.
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If you want a beautifully simple ceremony…
If you want to be married inexpensively….
If you want to be able to have a few guests….
If you want your dog or parrot to be there…..
If you don’t want to be married in a government office….
I will marry you under a lovely wisteria arbor in my garden in Oakland, California in 30 minutes for $100. You can bring up to 6 guests and your dog.
If you want a few embellishments to this format, such as more guests or to be able to serve food, we can discuss these additional...
Events for Ceremonies For Sacred Days - Shyamala Littlefield











