by Adrienne | Nov 1, 2023 | Cremation, Funeral
Who of us has not wished for some wise old sage at one time or another in our life, to take us to one side and give us some “life advice”. Whatever our age. I recently met a family where they had been fortunate in that their father/grandfather was such a person. And...
by Adrienne | Oct 22, 2021 | Baby Naming, Cremation, Funeral, Interment of Ashes, Naming Ceremony, Naming Day Ceremony, Vow Renewal, Wedding
This week has been full of mixed emotions. Excitement, joy and more than a little sadness. When I qualified as a Celebrant I remember saying to the Tutor, “I have absolutely no interest in or intention of conducting funerals”. As far as I was concerned I was in this...
by Adrienne | Sep 14, 2021 | Outdoor Wedding, Summer Wedding, Wedding, Wedding ceremony, Wedding venue
Love is a curious thing… Our Soul is always searching for it, but sometimes, just sometimes, it is right there in front of you… Robert and Sarah’s love story grew gently, over time, like a beautiful seed unfolding over the seasons. Sarah was best...
by Adrienne | Sep 14, 2021 | Baby Naming, Naming Ceremony, Naming Day Ceremony
As a celebrant, naming ceremonies are just the best! Lots of celebrants won’t conduct them. Yes, nerves of steel and oodles of patience are definitely an advantage but Naming ceremonies are immense fun. Most families who approach me aren’t religious in the...
by Adrienne | Aug 25, 2021 | Cremation, Funeral
Direct Cremations are becoming more and more popular. If you’re not sure what a “direct cremation is”, it’s where there is no funeral service, just a cremation and very few, if any, mourners. While it provides a simple and cost-effective solution, I always find the...