I felt so moved as I handed Naomi her chosen poem printed on handmade flower paper and, with sighs from the onlookers, she read to Graham: Today Today…I look into […]
Adventures of a Celebrant in Venice – Part 4
Eventually we arrived in the Piazza and, surrounded by surprised and delighted passersby, the ceremony began, drawing inspiration from this wonderful location. “A fifth wedding anniversary is associated traditionally with […]
Adventures of a Celebrant in Venice – Part 3
By 4pm Tracy, our Hair and Makeup Artist had worked her special magic. With Tara using every opportunity to take photos, we boarded the Water Bus and motored to […]
Adventures of a Celebrant in Venice – Part 2
The next day brought mixed sunshine and rain so Graham and Naomi took advice from Tara and aimed to have the ceremony in the Piazza San Marco in the late […]
Adventures of a Celebrant in Venice – Part 1
As an Independent Celebrant, I have a Diploma in Celebrancy: Naming and Couples (QCF) and a Diploma in Funeral Celebrancy (QCF). I have performed many ceremonies in the UK and, […]
Family Funeral with Bears
Bears was the theme for the celebration of this amazing lady. Her family sent me this feedback: Sarah did a really excellent job. She was very helpful with the choice […]
Poem for a Family
Family It’s knowing where your roots are That sometimes gives you wings. It’s knowing there’s a place to go To escape the awful things. It’s knowing there will always be […]
Audrey Hepburn’s Funeral
Here is a wonderful poem Audrey Hepburn wrote when asked to share her ‘beauty tips.’ It was read at her funeral years later. For attractive lips, speak words of kindness. For […]
Naming Ceremony for Esme
Ruth and Dave declared their solemn promises to always love and care for their gorgeous daughter Esme in front of many family and friends. Six Guardians promised to be an […]
Rebecca and David Steam Train Ceremony
The Station Master’s Parlour, Corfe Castle railway station in Dorset was the venue for a beautiful wedding for Rebecca and David. Attended by family and friends, David’s son read a small speech […]
