Many people aren’t really sure what a celebrant is; after all, there aren’t that many of us around and it’s one of the newer professions. It was only in the 60’s that the idea of celebrants caught on. The first ones mostly operated in Australia, where they provided alternatives to church weddings or starchy,… Continue reading What exactly is a celebrant?
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Beautiful Wedding in Bangkok Overlooking the River
Bride & Groom : Anita and LukeLocation : The Siam, BangkokTheme/Description :Simple, rustic, riverside, garden When Anita & Luke travelled all the way from Australia to exchange their vows in front of family and friends at The Siam in Bangkok. Their guests arrived by boat which moored at the hotel’s own private dock, where they were… Continue reading Beautiful Wedding in Bangkok Overlooking the River
The role of gratitude in a wedding ceremony
When you're thinking of your wedding ceremony, it’s totally easy and forgivable to get caught up in the sense of togetherness that should hallmark the occasion. A wedding really is about the couple and necessarily so. But there’s more involved here than just romance and commitment. A whole lot more. Parents, relatives and friends, for… Continue reading The role of gratitude in a wedding ceremony
Giving away the bride: new variations on an old theme
It’s usually an emotional moment. Most weddings start this way. A tradition that’s centuries old: the bride comes down the aisle on her father’s arm. He then gives her away, entrusting her to her soon-to-be husband, saying a few words to him. There’s nothing wrong with any of this. But the question remains: why is… Continue reading Giving away the bride: new variations on an old theme
