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Poem The Easter Egg Challenge You wake on Easter morning,With the best of good intent,“Today I’ll be sensible with chocolate…”That’s the message your brain sent. You wander down in slippers,Still cosy, half awake,But there they sit, those Easter eggsMore than any heart could take. You tell yourself, “Just one small bit,”A tiny piece, that’s all…But…

What Saint David’s Day means to me Saint David’s Day is a beautiful reminder of Welsh heritage, family traditions and the arrival of spring. Saint David is said to have encouraged people to “do the little things” before he passed away, a message that still feels meaningful today. Normally at this time of year I…

When Did We Start Using Engagement and Wedding Rings? When a couple stands in front of me during their wedding ceremony and exchanges rings, it is always one of the most powerful moments of the day. There is something deeply moving about that simple act. But have you ever wondered when the tradition of engagement…

The Morning After a Valentine’s Day Proposal! It’s the day after Valentines and congratulations to you both!           The candles have burned low. The flowers are beginning to soften. Your phone is full of messages that say, “I knew it!” and “Show me the ring!” And there it is! That beautiful, sparkling reminder on your…

A few weeks ago, back in January, I was reminded that the simplest of things can help in the most touching way. A homemade birthday cake, a single candle, a birthday wish, a gentle moment between friends. There wasn’t a big party and no fanfare! Just a quiet pause in the day that said, you…

A few weeks ago in January, I was reminded that the simplest of things can help in the most touching way. A homemade birthday cake, a single candle, a birthday wish, a gentle moment between friends. There wasn’t a big party and no fanfare! Just a quiet pause in the day that said, you matter…

Just last week, I received a telephone call from a lady who was feeling quite distressed. She had done all the things couples do when planning a wedding. She had booked her venue, chosen her bridesmaids, ordered her cake and started to imagine the day itself. Everything felt in place. The difficulty was not the…

All About Commitment Ceremonies: As a celebrant, I am fortunate to help couples celebrate their love in many different ways. One of the most meaningful types of ceremonies I create is a Commitment Ceremony.  A beautiful and heartfelt way for couples to affirm their bond without the legalities of marriage. With a very special ceremony…

Funerals are changing: The funeral world is changing. More families are stepping away from traditional services and seeking something that feels more personal, more flexible, and more reflective of their loved one’s life. No farewell Is that right? In fact, around 20 percent of funerals in 2024 were direct cremations, a figure that continues to…

My journey as the Lincoln Celebrant – Sep 2025 The years have flown, how time does race,In Lincoln’s heart, I’ve found much grace.With vows exchanged and love declared,In weddings bright, my joy is shared. For Naming’s sweet, new life I bless,A family’s joy, their happiness.Renewing vows, love’s spark anew,A journey shared with you and you.…