I walked in to my Patriarch's house and spent four hours with him before I got my blessing. For some, it's easy. For others, it's hard. I had a series of pretty specific instructions in mine and the blessing was pretty in-depth.
Honestly, when it comes to temple marriage, you can always get what you want. It won't be easy and it won't come without struggle or sacrifice, but if you truly seek it and are open to the spirit, you'll find it.
