Many bridal couples are extremely nervous about booking the services of an out of state vendor for the beach wedding event of their dreams. It takes a lot to put trust in a person or a company that has been found online, where the only source of contact is by emails or by a voice at the other end of a phone. About 90% of our clients are from out of state, and we understand the concern. Our company offers unlimited email and phone support to answer the questions or concerns that our couples may have. We work closely with our clients to create a memorable ceremony, with careful attention to the details. We have provided a few references for your consideration in choosing an officiant with confidence. Word of mouth is the very best form of advertising. Due to the devastation of Hurricane Michael in 2018 and the onset of the Covid pandemic, we no longer provide photography or decor, as some referrals may mention. We also no longer provide services outside of Bay County, due to costly location and vendor permits that are now required.
A few testimonials from friends made along the way
“Our names are Rosie and Josh McKee. We were wed by Walter from Florida Nuptials on July 27th, 2009. Walter and Mary Jo were both very wonderful with their services. Mary Jo took beautiful pictures of the ceremony. Walter was very comforting and assuring to the nervous groom. They were both very lovely people and we have recommended them to many of our friends. We feel we were blessed when we found them for our ceremony.”
Mr. Spraggins,
Thanks for making all my dreams come true!!!!
Joe Blann 9/8/09— Facebook post
Thanks for making all my dreams come true!!!!
Joe Blann 9/8/09— Facebook post
We live in Texas and wanted to go to Florida to get married on the beach. Mary Jo & Walter made everything so easy for us to do that!!!! We were very blessed to have them be a part of our special day.”
Mart & Honor Married 10/10/09
Mart & Honor Married 10/10/09
“We were extremely happy with Walter Spraggins and our wedding ceremony. It was a beautiful day and a beautiful ceremony.”
Richard and Carol DeBruhl Married on 4/1/10
Richard and Carol DeBruhl Married on 4/1/10
I couldn't have asked for a better day! Nothing is perfect and that is what makes everything unique and your own. Walter and you were great. Thank you so much for the services and the pictures were beautiful. The shell ceremony was new to me too. Kevin's mom thought of the idea on the way to the beach and wanted to include it. Our day was perfect and I would recommend you guys to anybody. Again Thank you so much for everything. :o) Erika & Kevin Fair Married on 4/3/10
Dear Walter and Mary Jo,
We could never thank you enough for all you have done for us. Your helpful suggestions, professional preparation, beautiful decorations, and stunning pictures have made our wedding truly unforgettable. We appreciate your patience to walk us through the whole planning process step by step. Thank you for being there for us from the beginning to the very end. There was not a single thing we would have changed, or done differently. Wishing all the best, Jan and Libusa Guzi Married on 4/5/10
We could never thank you enough for all you have done for us. Your helpful suggestions, professional preparation, beautiful decorations, and stunning pictures have made our wedding truly unforgettable. We appreciate your patience to walk us through the whole planning process step by step. Thank you for being there for us from the beginning to the very end. There was not a single thing we would have changed, or done differently. Wishing all the best, Jan and Libusa Guzi Married on 4/5/10
I thank you so very much. You brought tears to my eyes. I appreciate all you both did to help make it such a special day. With gratitude... Karen (mother of the bride) 4/24/2010
Thank you so much! Everything looks great! The entire experience was so amazing, and we are so appreciative of what you and Walter did for us...on such short notice especially. We are so deeply grateful that you both were able to make our special day so memorable. We will be sure to keep you both in mind for any future events...maybe a one year renewal for the whole family to share!! Thanks again so much!
Mr. and Mrs. Kyle and Kristy Campbell Whoo!!! : ) Married April 28, 2010
Mr. and Mrs. Kyle and Kristy Campbell Whoo!!! : ) Married April 28, 2010
Thanks so much for the lovely ceremony and photography. The officiant was very pleasant and professional . He did a great job. The photos were very professional as well and looked great. Thanks for getting them to us so quickly. I appreciate you working so hard to ensure the kids wedding was a day to remember. I am so glad we found you to share this special time with us. Thanks again for everything. Ruth Minor (Mother of the Groom) June 4th, 2010 event
omg!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Mary Jo....!
I owe you BIG TIME.....you got some AMAZINGGGGG pictures!!!! you know i teared up when i saw some of them...you did an amazing job....I'm so privileged to have had found you guys!!!! Thank you so much for everythinggg....really....I mean that...you guys made my day so perfect and i will forever remember all that you and walter did....Thank you so so much.
Love and prayers, Candace Wilson Married on June 6th, 2010
I owe you BIG TIME.....you got some AMAZINGGGGG pictures!!!! you know i teared up when i saw some of them...you did an amazing job....I'm so privileged to have had found you guys!!!! Thank you so much for everythinggg....really....I mean that...you guys made my day so perfect and i will forever remember all that you and walter did....Thank you so so much.
Love and prayers, Candace Wilson Married on June 6th, 2010
Jason and I wanted to shoot you an email to express the gratitude we have for you and Walter. Our day was so special and you two did an amazing job. We had so many compliments on the two of you. I tear up thinking about just how beautiful it was. The process was so easy and it was a breeze to work everything out. Mary Jo, the pictures are absolutely amazing. You exceeded my expectations by far! I just can't stop looking at them. I will gladly send referrals your way if the situation ever arises! Thank you, Jason & Tara Bode June 8th, 2010
We made it back to Atlanta last night after an absolutely perfect weekend, thanks to you and Walter. We couldn't have been happier with the way everything turned out. Hope the other ceremonies went as well as ours did for you.
Thanks,
Lisa Married on 6/12/10
Thanks,
Lisa Married on 6/12/10
I had the great pleasure of meeting Walter Spraggins and Mary Jo Odom of Florida Nuptials when they performed and photographed my son's wedding in June. The wedding was performed on a pristine beach, on a glorious day, with only the immediate family in attendance. Walter and Mary Jo made the occasion truly memorable in that their special gift of caring resulted in our all experiencing a unique and joyous moment in time that would rival any wedding costing tens of thousands of dollars. Mary Jo had no qualms about wading into the surf to get the best pictures possible and with her gift of photography and love of people and her craft, the photos were truly remarkable; filled with warmth and beauty. Walters' spiritual approach to the wedding made it a profound yet joyous ceremony. With the white sand, sweeping dunes and turquoise ocean as our cathedral and the help of two consummate professionals who truly cared, we made memories together on that special day that will last for the rest of our lives.
Marti (Mother of the Groom)
June 12th, 2010 Grayton Beach State Park wedding event
Marti (Mother of the Groom)
June 12th, 2010 Grayton Beach State Park wedding event
Thanks Mary Jo! We are enjoying our honeymoon here in PCB! The ceremony was great. Thanks for everything! Karen Evans Married on 6/12/10
We were very satisfied and you gave us a special day to remember. We will never forget you and Walter, You will be a part of our lives forever. Thanks for everything. Carlton and Stacy Firestone 6/21/10
Hey Mary Jo! We just wanted to say we're sorry about not responding sooner, but we are SOOOOOOO thankful for everything you all did for us! We absolutely LOVE the pictures too! We appreciate you guys so much and you'll always be a wonderful part of our memories of our wedding day! Thank you again for everything and all the help to make our dreams happen. Thank you all, and God bless, Mr and Mrs Joey Blessing Married 6/28/10
thanks for a beautiful 4th of July Walter! my friends & family loved the wedding!
Sherri Coughlin July 4th, 2010
Sherri Coughlin July 4th, 2010
You are very genuine people. A quality in character that is becoming less seldom. Thank you so much for being so accommodating. We are very pleased with both you and Walter. Take care and God Bless! May he keep you and your family safe, well, and find peace and comfort in remembering the promise God has made to all of his children who believe in him. Whatever God brings us to, together in faith he will bring us through. : ) Kristin and Chris Fraser Married on July 7, 2010
Wanted to send a big THANK YOU for performing our ceremony! It was beautiful and we could not be any happier! We really appreciate everything! The Willis' Married on 7/7/10
WOW! The pictures are absolutely gorgeous!!!! You did an outstanding job!! I couldn’t have asked for better. You guys were wonderful and I am so glad we found you to do our ceremony and pictures. Thanks again!!!! You are wonderful!!!
Angie Jones Married on 7/7/10
Angie Jones Married on 7/7/10
Thank you so much for all you guys have done. You and Walter went out of your way to be flexible and to make everyone comfortable.
You made the best day of my life very special! Thank you so much! Please keep in touch. Love Sally and Chad Hicks :) 7/12/10
You made the best day of my life very special! Thank you so much! Please keep in touch. Love Sally and Chad Hicks :) 7/12/10
Let me express our appreciation for the lovely ceremony Saturday. Thanks again .
Teresa & Thomas Tard Married on 7/31/10
Teresa & Thomas Tard Married on 7/31/10
Mary Jo & Walt,
Monica and I just wanted to say thank you for helping to make our wedding so beautiful. We could not have asked for a more perfect day. It was simple, meaningful, and exactly what we wanted! Those memories will be with us for the rest of our lives. Many thanks,
Marcel & Monica 10/2/10
Monica and I just wanted to say thank you for helping to make our wedding so beautiful. We could not have asked for a more perfect day. It was simple, meaningful, and exactly what we wanted! Those memories will be with us for the rest of our lives. Many thanks,
Marcel & Monica 10/2/10
I cannot say enough good things about Florida Nuptials. We felt like they were part of my family. We had difficulty getting our vows to them via email but Mary Jo was reassuring and eased my mind that we would get this handled, and she did. She has a true heart for weddings. This is not just a job for her but a passion and it shows. I would use them again, hands down! Cynthia - wed on 10/10/10 from a review left on Wedding Wire
I love the pictures! You both did a wonderful job! Jill (Mother of the Groom)
Oct. 30th, 2010
Oct. 30th, 2010
Thank you so much for performing our wedding on Nov. 6th…we think it turned out beautifully. Kevin & Carolyn Graham - Married Nov. 6th, 2010
I really want to thank you and Mr. Walter for everything that you all did to make our special day as special as it was. It was beautiful! If I had to change anything about the whole event, I would not change a thing! Again, thanks for all you did! God Bless! Samantha and Fallaryo Buckley 3/11/11
Thanks so much for all the beautiful photos. We are so lucky to have found you! Cindy Favro-Fults 3/17/11
Thank you so much, Mary Jo. The ceremony meant so much to us, and you did a wonderful job with the pictures. It was great meeting you and working with you. It is so obvious that you care about what you are doing and that you want to do a good job for the ones you are photographing. With all the wind and the Sweat! I didn’t think the pics had a chance, but you proved me wrong. I will be forever grateful for the awesome job you did.
Best wishes, Sandi and CJ April 26th, 2011
Best wishes, Sandi and CJ April 26th, 2011
Hey Mary Jo, The wedding turned out beautiful. We are so pleased with how everything turned out.. Everything turned out beautiful and we appreciate all your help. Thank you, Amy Married on June 30,2011
I just wanted to say thank you so much for working with us on such a tight time frame. I greatly appreciate y'all's services! You truly helped make it a special day given the circumstances! I can not say how much y'all truly helped in making the day special for something that was so rushed. Again, thank you both for all your time and help. The day turned out more beautiful than I expected for a 2 day plan :D
Sincerely,
Dan, Denise, Megan, Hadid, Becca, and Denisha Married on 07/25/2011
Sincerely,
Dan, Denise, Megan, Hadid, Becca, and Denisha Married on 07/25/2011
Hi Mary Jo -We would like to thank you and Walter for an especially wonderful experience, and for the very professionally done ceremony. We could not be more pleased and are so glad we chose your services. Not only were all expectations met but both of you exuded a calming demeanor that truly made us feel very at ease. Please feel free to use us as a reference any time. Thanks again and GOD bless you both. Mr. & Mrs. Scott Rogers Married on July 26th, 2011
Hi Mary Jo & Walter,
We are back at home in Ellijay GA, and wanted to send you a quick note to thank you both for such a wonderful job at our wedding! We look forward to seeing the pictures and we had a wonderful wedding day! Thank you again for your help in making it super special!
Noelle Gordon
The CD arrived on Saturday, and the photos are AMAZING!!!! Thank you again! You did a wonderful job!! Noelle Gordon Married May 22, 2012
We are back at home in Ellijay GA, and wanted to send you a quick note to thank you both for such a wonderful job at our wedding! We look forward to seeing the pictures and we had a wonderful wedding day! Thank you again for your help in making it super special!
Noelle Gordon
The CD arrived on Saturday, and the photos are AMAZING!!!! Thank you again! You did a wonderful job!! Noelle Gordon Married May 22, 2012
Hi Mary Jo. I wanted to thank you again for helping us celebrate our special evening last night. You and Walter made us feel very comfortable, and we are so happy with the way things turned out! Lauri
Married on July 29th, 2012
Dear Mary Jo,
I have not had a chance to write you earlier but wanted to take a moment to say "thank you" from the bottom of my heart for such a beautiful ceremony. It was so perfect. I could not have asked for anything better than what we received. Our girls to this day still talk about you and Mr. Walter helping them collect sea shells in the beach. They loved it just as much as we did. The sand ceremony was beautiful and every time I look at the bottle with sand, I relive that moment all over again.
Thank you for everything and for making it so special for us! Can't wait to use your services again!! Sincerely, Betsy Robertson Vow renewal on April 8th. 2013
I have not had a chance to write you earlier but wanted to take a moment to say "thank you" from the bottom of my heart for such a beautiful ceremony. It was so perfect. I could not have asked for anything better than what we received. Our girls to this day still talk about you and Mr. Walter helping them collect sea shells in the beach. They loved it just as much as we did. The sand ceremony was beautiful and every time I look at the bottle with sand, I relive that moment all over again.
Thank you for everything and for making it so special for us! Can't wait to use your services again!! Sincerely, Betsy Robertson Vow renewal on April 8th. 2013
Marcus & I can't thank you both enough for making our day perfect! The rain didn't stop us from enjoying our day! You guys are such a blessing & again I can't thank you enough!!! I'm sooo excited about seeing the pictures! YOU GUYS ARE THE BEST! Posted on Facebook May 2, 2013
Thank you so much Mary Jo!! I appreciate all you did for us. You are such a kind person, and if we do a real beach wedding we will be calling. The services you provide are outstanding! You made us feel like family.
Sincerely,
James and Jasman Eubanks (elopement on May 10th performed by Mary Jo)
Sincerely,
James and Jasman Eubanks (elopement on May 10th performed by Mary Jo)
My husband and I booked the Basic Package we opted to add the Medium Photo Package with Decorations, the Sand Ceremony and the Jumping of the Broom from Florida Nuptials for our beach wedding. My husband left all the planning up to me and I must say Mary Jo was amazing! She answered every email and returned phone calls quickly. Bryan (who was our officiant) was amazing as well, he was very professional and made the ceremony feel very personal and intimate. After the wedding we had our photo-shoot with Mary-Jo who was again, amazing. She incorporated our daughter into the photo-shoot with us while the most beautiful sunset took place behind us. We can't wait to receive our photos I'm sure they will be amazing. My husband and I waited what seemed be a lifetime for this day and Florida Nuptials made it well worth the wait. We are very happy with them and grateful to them for helping make our special day so amazing. We would definitely recommend them! Wedding: 07/13/2014 Review left on Wedding Wire
Thank ya'll so much for making out special day awesome, we loved it!!! You were both great! Thanks again, Bruce and Amy
Married July 24th, 2014 at St. Andrews State Park
Married July 24th, 2014 at St. Andrews State Park
Mary Jo & Walter...
THANK YOU SOOOOOOO MUCH! You two made our day both special and memorable with the photos. Our day came out EXACTLY as we wanted it to be...right down to the last simple detail! We will highly recommend you both to anyone. You made the experience very relaxing and easy for us. Thank you! It could not have been any more perfect! Michele & Greg Married on May 2, 2015 in PCB |
Thank you! We received the pictures and everything looks great! We were able to access them. We are going to be back in Oklahoma later tonight. I will let you know if we have any issues with the files once we are home. Thank you so much for doing an amazing job putting our wedding together! You made it so stress free for us!
Michael and Whitney Married on May 9th, 2017 - morning event |
Wow!!! My wife and I had no moments of regret with the company. We emailed back and forth about 25 times prior to the wedding, and each response was accurate and complete. I'm from a small town in GA, and this service seemed like good 'ol hometown business. Their word was exactly what we got. The people were courtious and professional. If you're looking for a hassle-free, beautiful experience then look no further because you're here. P. Busby Married on 3/22/11 from a review left on Wedding Wire
I just wanted to thank you for all your help and for helping to make our wedding day so awesome. Also wanted to let you know how impressed we were with John. He was absolutely the perfect person to perform the ceremony that we pictured. I have absolutely no complaints whatsoever. The wedding was beautiful, and the way that John officiated the ceremony made it very touching and personal. It was all so perfect! Just wanted to thank you both for helping to make our wedding ceremony one that we will never forget!
Thanks,
Kimberly Giles Pickron Married on April 14, 2012
I just wanted to say a big thank you. Mr. Spraggins was very sweet and did a great job with our ceremony yesterday. It was everything we had ever dreamed of and more. He was also very patient and considerate during the sand ceremony. (I'd hurt my knee and couldn't bend very well) It was a wonderful experience that neither of us will ever forget. And we truly appreciated having him as part of our big day.
Thank you!!
Stephanie and Shannon Robbins Married on July 25th, 2012
Mary Jo,
Good morning...I just wanted to let you know how wonderful the wedding was. You all did such a great job!!!! I have recommend you all to a few friends thinking about doing the same as we did. Again thanks to your company & crew on making our day so special.
Thanks,
Shannon Neace Married on Aug. 9th, 2012
Mary Jo, On Saturday, August 11, 2012 John Beebe officiated our wedding. He did an outstanding job. He was very professional, personable and obviously very sincere in the service he was performing. We wanted to let you know John is representing your business well. Thanks Again for Everything, Ron and Kathy Hart
Mary Jo,
It was great meeting you and thank you for helping out for the wedding. Mr. Walter did an amazing job! Thanks again.
Sincerely,
Carmela Lubag Married on Sept. 8th 2012
We are very excited and love the choices you provided us. Thank you so much for making it so easy with such beautiful words.
Thank you again.
Ryan & Jennifer Married on Sept. 15th 2012
Walter Spriggins (Spraggins) and Florida nuptials was absolutely amazing! They were quick to be in touch with us, and took the time to look over our wants for our ceremony to be perfect! They conducted a ceremony that brought tears to my eyes. My husband was evening fighting back his tears. It was amazing and we thank you so much! Christina Married on Oct. 20, 2012 from a review left on Wedding Wire
Sorry, this THANK YOU took so long!!! The pictures were fantastic!! We were well pleased with everything!!!
Thank you again!
Walter and Mary Jo,
I wanted to take this time to THANK YOU for the beautiful ceremony for George and I.
Walter, you made the ceremony so heartfelt and loving. Your ability to make everyone feel a part of the ceremony was incredible and made it so meaningful for George and I and our guests.
I could not have asked for anything more! It was PERFECT!
Again, thank you from the bottom of my heart for making our day so special!
The new: Mrs. Gordon Married on Oct. 18th 2014
Thank you to all of you for making our special day so amazing!!!! The pictures are perfect! We cannot thank you, Walter, and Caesar enough. God bless and have a wonderful Christmas.Michelle and Emil Married on Dec. 2nd, 2014
I just wanted to thank you for all your help and for helping to make our wedding day so awesome. Also wanted to let you know how impressed we were with John. He was absolutely the perfect person to perform the ceremony that we pictured. I have absolutely no complaints whatsoever. The wedding was beautiful, and the way that John officiated the ceremony made it very touching and personal. It was all so perfect! Just wanted to thank you both for helping to make our wedding ceremony one that we will never forget!
Thanks,
Kimberly Giles Pickron Married on April 14, 2012
I just wanted to say a big thank you. Mr. Spraggins was very sweet and did a great job with our ceremony yesterday. It was everything we had ever dreamed of and more. He was also very patient and considerate during the sand ceremony. (I'd hurt my knee and couldn't bend very well) It was a wonderful experience that neither of us will ever forget. And we truly appreciated having him as part of our big day.
Thank you!!
Stephanie and Shannon Robbins Married on July 25th, 2012
Mary Jo,
Good morning...I just wanted to let you know how wonderful the wedding was. You all did such a great job!!!! I have recommend you all to a few friends thinking about doing the same as we did. Again thanks to your company & crew on making our day so special.
Thanks,
Shannon Neace Married on Aug. 9th, 2012
Mary Jo, On Saturday, August 11, 2012 John Beebe officiated our wedding. He did an outstanding job. He was very professional, personable and obviously very sincere in the service he was performing. We wanted to let you know John is representing your business well. Thanks Again for Everything, Ron and Kathy Hart
Mary Jo,
It was great meeting you and thank you for helping out for the wedding. Mr. Walter did an amazing job! Thanks again.
Sincerely,
Carmela Lubag Married on Sept. 8th 2012
We are very excited and love the choices you provided us. Thank you so much for making it so easy with such beautiful words.
Thank you again.
Ryan & Jennifer Married on Sept. 15th 2012
Walter Spriggins (Spraggins) and Florida nuptials was absolutely amazing! They were quick to be in touch with us, and took the time to look over our wants for our ceremony to be perfect! They conducted a ceremony that brought tears to my eyes. My husband was evening fighting back his tears. It was amazing and we thank you so much! Christina Married on Oct. 20, 2012 from a review left on Wedding Wire
Sorry, this THANK YOU took so long!!! The pictures were fantastic!! We were well pleased with everything!!!
Thank you again!
Walter and Mary Jo,
I wanted to take this time to THANK YOU for the beautiful ceremony for George and I.
Walter, you made the ceremony so heartfelt and loving. Your ability to make everyone feel a part of the ceremony was incredible and made it so meaningful for George and I and our guests.
I could not have asked for anything more! It was PERFECT!
Again, thank you from the bottom of my heart for making our day so special!
The new: Mrs. Gordon Married on Oct. 18th 2014
Thank you to all of you for making our special day so amazing!!!! The pictures are perfect! We cannot thank you, Walter, and Caesar enough. God bless and have a wonderful Christmas.Michelle and Emil Married on Dec. 2nd, 2014