Smoky Mountain Notary

09/12/2026

⚠️ PLEASE CHOOSE YOUR WEDDING OFFICIANT CAREFULLY! ⚠️

I’m getting more and more last-minute calls from couples who are panicking because their officiant didn’t show up.

It happened again this morning.

A couple had planned for their marriage paperwork to reflect 9/11/2026, but their officiant was a no-show last night. They called me this morning, and thankfully I was available to meet with them.

But because their marriage wasn’t completed until today, their paperwork now reflects 9/12/2026 — and that is how it will be recorded.

On top of that, they had to leave their cabin in Pigeon Forge and drive to Knoxville to meet with me.

A week or two ago, I had two calls like this in less than two hours.

And there has been one thing in common every single time.

When I ask, “Where did you find your officiant?”

The answer has been:

Facebook.

Usually, it was someone recommended in a local Facebook group.

Facebook groups can be great for recommendations, but your wedding is not the day to gamble on someone simply because a stranger tagged them in a comment.

Please do your homework. Check reviews. Look at their business presence. Make sure they regularly perform weddings and have a reputation for actually showing up.

I do take last-minute wedding calls when I’m available, but I ONLY offer quick Sign & Go officiating services.

If you’re looking for anything beyond that, the first person I recommend is Brittney with The Trusty Notary - Happy Unions! ❤️

Brittney offers everything from a quick Sign & Go to full wedding ceremonies with hundreds of guests, and she travels.

And let me tell you - Brittney stays booked for a reason.

If you want her for your wedding, get on her calendar ASAP instead of waiting until the last minute.

Your wedding date matters. Your plans matter. And the person you trust to officiate your marriage should take that responsibility seriously.

Choose wisely. 💍

09/11/2026

09/11/2026

We Remember.

On September 11, we honor the lives lost, the families forever changed, and the first responders who ran toward danger when others were trying to escape.

We also remember the strength, courage, and unity our country showed in the days that followed.

May we never forget.

09/07/2026

💍 Looking for more than a quick Sign & Go ceremony?

My colleague Brittney is the first person I recommend when someone is looking for a more traditional or personalized wedding ceremony. In my opinion, she’s the best officiant in the area! ❤️

Her calendar is filling up fast, so if you’re planning a wedding, don’t wait too long to get on her schedule before your date is completely booked. 📅✨

I’m always happy to handle the quick Sign & Go ceremonies, but if you’re looking for something more, I highly recommend Brittney. 💒

October is quickly filing up. I still have some spots available.

Days marked booked I have some openings, Areas marked booked and shaded are booked out.

Find out if I’m available here:
https://www.thetrustynotary.com/request

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day!

Today is a day to recognize the hard work, dedication, and determination of working people everywhere especially the small business owners, tradespeople, professionals, and families who keep our communities moving forward every day.

As a small business owner, I know how much work goes on behind the scenes that nobody ever sees.

Wishing everyone in Knoxville, East Tennessee, and beyond a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved Labor Day weekend!

~ Smoky Mountain Notary

09/02/2026

💍 I completely missed celebrating my 200th Sign & Go wedding!

As of today, I’ve officially officiated 216 Sign & Go weddings this year! 🎉

If you’re looking for something quick, simple, and affordable, give me a call. I can get you married in under 15 minutes!

My service is strictly Sign & Go - no full ceremonies, rehearsals, or elaborate setups. I offer Sign & Go weddings between my real estate closings and estate planning signings, so my wedding service is designed to be quick, simple, and easy.

If you’re looking for something more traditional, need a full ceremony, or you’re outside my service area, I also have trusted colleagues throughout Tennessee - including notaries and ministers - who offer a variety of wedding officiant services, and I’m happy to refer you.

📍 Knoxville, Tennessee
📞 865-386-7398
Smoky Mountain Notary

09/01/2026

🍂 Hello, September! 🍂

A new month means cooler mornings, changing leaves, football season, fall festivals, and plenty of reasons to love East Tennessee. 🍁

September is also a great time to get those things off your to-do list that you’ve been putting off — whether that means taking care of important documents, planning ahead for the rest of the year, or simply slowing down long enough to enjoy the season.

Here’s to a productive month, beautiful weather, and the beginning of one of the best times of year in Tennessee. 💚

Hello, September — we’re ready for you!

08/29/2026

Get your business in front of Knoxville-area homeowners - at the exact time they may be looking for someone like you.

I complete more than 100 real estate signings a month, including refinances, HELOCs, purchases, and clients who have recently moved to East Tennessee. Many of these appointments take place right at the homeowner’s kitchen table.

And I’m constantly asked:

“Do you know a good roofer?”
“Do you know someone who does tree work?”
“Who do you recommend for fencing, painting, remodeling, pet sitting, or lawn care?”

So I’m creating a better way to connect my clients with local businesses.

My clients receive their important documents in a professional folder they’re likely to keep in their home for years - not a flyer that gets tossed in the trash.

Starting with my next batch of folders, I’ll be offering limited advertising space to select local service businesses.

Your business could be placed directly in the hands of someone who:

• Just purchased a home
• Just refinanced
• Took out a HELOC for home improvements
• Recently moved to the Knoxville area
• Or is newly married and starting the next chapter of their life

⭐ ONE BUSINESS PER CATEGORY

You won’t be sharing space with your direct competitors.

Because I work closely with Realtors, title companies, lenders, escrow professionals, and attorneys, I’m keeping those industries out of this program to avoid any appearance of conflict and protect those professional relationships.

I’m looking for roofers, plumbers, electricians, remodelers, painters, fence companies, landscapers, tree services, house cleaners, pet sitters, HVAC companies, junk removal, dumpster rental, and other local service providers.

📌 YOUR BUSINESS STAYS IN THE HOME - NOT IN THE TRASH.

Advertising will be offered in six-month terms.

Message me for pricing and available categories.

📞 Call or text: 865-386-7398
✉️ Email: [email protected]

08/28/2026

I’ve been reading so many tributes to Dolly, and one thing I hope never gets lost is just how much she gave back to Sevier County, East Tennessee and the people of Appalachia.

Long before the Imagination Library became known around the world, Dolly was already investing in children right here at home.

Through the Dollywood Foundation’s Buddy Program, Sevier County students were paired up and promised $500 each if BOTH graduated high school. The dropout rate for those classes dropped from 35% to 6%.

After the devastating 2016 wildfires, Dolly’s My People Fund gave families who lost their homes $1,000 a month for six months. When donations exceeded expectations, the final payment was increased to $5,000 — bringing the total to $10,000 for more than 900 families. Another $3 million was committed to long-term recovery.

She also helped raise and contribute money toward LeConte Medical Center, supported a permanent sanctuary for non-releasable bald eagles at Dollywood, and after Hurricane Helene, personally donated $1 million to relief efforts while her businesses and foundation contributed another $1 million.

And then there is the Imagination Library.

Dolly started it in Sevier County in 1995 because her daddy couldn’t read or write. Before he passed, he told her it was probably the most important thing she had ever done.

Today, hundreds of millions of books have been given to children through that program.

Dolly could have become famous, made her fortune and left these mountains behind.

She didn’t.

She kept giving back to the people, children, families, wildlife and communities that shaped her.

That is the part of her legacy I hope people never forget.

She never forgot where she came from. ❤️

Rest in peace, Dolly. 🇺🇸
East Tennessee will never be quite the same without you.

08/26/2026

🐾 National Dog Day is August 26! 🐾

Around here, dogs aren’t just pets — they’re family. ❤️

Whether you have a loyal companion, a tiny four-legged boss, a rescue who stole your heart, or a senior pup who’s been by your side for years, National Dog Day is the perfect excuse to spoil them a little extra. 🐶

And yes — Smoky Mountain Notary is absolutely pet-friendly!

If I come to your home for an appointment, you do NOT need to put your dog away. I will never ask you to put your dog up just because I’m there to notarize documents.

And if your appointment requires witnesses, I only work with dog-friendly witnesses too. 🐾

Your pets live there. I’m the guest. 😊

Give your dog an extra treat, an extra walk, or a few extra belly rubs for National Dog Day.

📸 Drop a picture of your dog in the comments — I’d love to see them!