Services
Weddings , Partnership/Commitment ceremonies, Vow Renewals, Family Blending
Ceremonies celebrating the joining of partners are as varied as the couples involved. Many weddings also involve the blending together of two existing families. Show how magical this can be by including all members in the ceremony, and marking this with a blending ritual.
Legalities
At the moment, a registrar is required to conduct the legal part of a marriage or civil partnership. This is under review, and eventually trained celebrants expect to be able to conduct all aspects of marriage ceremonies. This does not prevent you from planning an additional beautiful celebration of that marriage or partnership, wherever and however you choose - the sky really is the limit. I can advise you how to achieve this, help you write your own personal vows, and include memorable rituals with a lasting souvenir of your ceremony, if that is part of your dream. We all have that dream - make yours a reality!
Vow Renewals
Vow Renewals are an increasingly popular way to mark a special anniversary or to recommit to a longtime partner and show appreciation of one another. Perhaps you would like to incorporate elements of the original ceremony, or bring it right up to date, including your children, or even your grandchildren. Give thanks for your love and share it with your loved ones with a ceremony which celebrates your life together.
Rituals
Rituals play an important part in most ceremonies, and can be specific to a particular culture, or just something which speaks to and has meaning for a couple or family. These might include jumping the broomstick, handfasting ( tying the knot!), sand ceremonies, a loving cup, flower ceremonies, or anything which has a particular meaning. A ceremonial certificate, where appropriate, will be provided, as well as a beautifully presented copy of the script as a keepsake and a permanent reminder of your unique ceremony. Let’s see where our imaginations take us!
Naming, Adoption, Transitions & Renaming.
There are many reasons for celebrating a Naming, be it a new baby, being introduced by name to the family and friends who will share in their life, or an older child who wishes to more formally mark and celebrate being adopted into their forever family.
People who have transitioned and changed their name might also wish to mark the importance of this with a bespoke ceremony, a beautiful start to the rest of their life, their way.
Everyone is different, and deserves to have that difference validated in a unique and memorable way.
Funerals - Celebrations of Life - Memorials
The end of life on earth is a time of particular interest to me, as are the ways of marking this, and showing love for and value of a person’s life. You may want a traditional funeral for your loved one, but there are many ways to make this personal to them, and being closely involved in the content and planning can be helpful in adjusting to your loss.
I can help with this, taking a detailed history of a person and their interests, values, and contribution to those who love them, and enabling you to take part in the ceremony to say goodbye, in whichever way feels possible, and meaningful to you. This transition can be overwhelming for those left behind, and the support and advice of a celebrant and a funeral director can provide a roadmap through the turmoil which some experience, particularly after an unexpected or complicated death.
You may be planning for your own end of life, which may sadly be expected soon, or you may just be getting older and wanting to leave instructions regarding your wishes, even if it is only your choice of music; I would feel honoured to assist in any way you wish , whatever the circumstances. This could be in planning the ceremony, writing letters to loved ones, or constructing memory boxes as a legacy to help them adjust to your passing. Often, these situations are difficult to discuss, or be open about, and people can benefit from sensitive assistance by leaving clear guidance regarding personal wishes.
Memorials and celebrations of life are an alternative to the traditional funeral, especially where a person or family has chosen a direct cremation. Memorials can be tailored to reflect a life well lived, and celebrated accordingly at a time and place of choice. These may include mandalas, rituals, and other diverse ways of showing love and appreciation for the life of a loved one - whether it is planting a tree seed in a biodegradable urn, or sending ashes to the heavens in fireworks!
A meaningful private ritual can bring comfort, especially where there has not been the chance to make things right, or where a relationship has been interrupted and complicated by unresolved issues. I can help you choose what feels right for your own situation, and hope to bring solace and healing where there may have been pain and regret.
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