Recent Weddings

A rustic Wedding… by the Sea

  Being a celebrant is something I always enjoy. I meet very different kinds of people, yet each couple is keyed into their dreams; their decision to share their lives together and celebrate that decision. It’s a big moment when they finally say their vows to each other – and to their friends and family.… Continue reading A rustic Wedding… by the Sea

Vow renewals

A surprise ceremony

It’s a wonderful honor to be part of a couple’s vows renewal, where they are looking both back at the past and at the future. These renewals turn out to be very romantic affairs – all the more so as the couple have a history together, and have shared many ups and downs. The ceremonies… Continue reading A surprise ceremony

Wedding day topics

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