by dinahjl | Nov 9, 2021 | Funerals and end of life, Love
Talking about our inevitable death and our wishes after the event, is not usually included in light conversation for date night. Despite us all knowing that we will die, many of us never let our loved ones know what we hope for at the end of our life. As a Celebrant,...
by dinahjl | Oct 16, 2021 | Funerals and end of life
I visited a client recently who asked me to help them plan a remembrance service for their partner who had died, because there had been no funeral. The partner had expressed in his Will that he wanted his body cremated with no fuss and no service. No doubt, he thought...
by dinahjl | Sep 28, 2021 | Funerals and end of life
There are so many beautiful poems for a life celebration. Some will lift everyone up and make them smile with fond memories. Others will reduce you all to tears as they remind you of your loss. Knowing which poems to include as you plan a life celebration can set the...
by dinahjl | Sep 24, 2021 | Funerals and end of life
Funerals and Life Celebrations are not the same thing. You may hear Celebrants and Funeral Directors referring to them as though they were. However, it is important to understand that a Life Celebration is bespoke, has no set format or timing and can be carried out...
by dinahjl | Aug 28, 2021 | Funerals and end of life
A funeral or life celebration service can be a very supportive thing when a family has lost a loved one. Once everyone has left, though, it can be a challenging time. Some ideas to include in the celebration that can provide long term support are a good idea. Here are...
by dinahjl | Jul 28, 2021 | Funerals and end of life, weddings and vow renewals
An ancient relationship that is flourishing again Since before the Ancient Egyptians, before the Celts and their Tree of Life, trees were embraced by tribes, peoples and religions around the world as a central part of their ceremonies. In the last decade there has...
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