Your wedding day is one of the most important occasions in your life and it is essential that you have the complete freedom to choose the style of ceremony that you want - the ceremony that you have always dreamed of having, the one that will make your wedding day an exciting and memorable occasion and as individual and unique as you are.

You may wish to incorporate traditions from different cultures and religions, or use a candle ceremony, exchange of flowers, Hand Fasting, the blessing of the hands, release of butterflies or doves - the possibilities are endless. If there are family members or friends who do not speak or understand English, I am happy to say a few words or deliver a blessing in another language in order to make the ceremony more significant for them.

As a professionally trained Marriage Celebrant, I am committed to helping you make your dream celebration a reality. At a relaxed consultation, I will show you examples of several different ceremonies, vows, poems and readings and encourage you to use them to help you create an individual ceremony that you can make your own. You may wish to write your own vows, have family and friends involved in readings, prayers, singing and poetry and use music that has special meaning for you.

As well as complete choice of ceremony and unlimited consultations by phone, email, fax or in person, my fee also includes :-

• The use of my state-of-the art PA system with hands free microphone and hand-held microphone for speakers for the duration of the ceremony;
• A small table and two chairs for the signing of official documents, as well as table coverings and decorations which we will have previously discussed;
• A hand-embossed copy of your ceremony as a keepsake;
• An on-site rehearsal if possible;
• A guarantee of ample time on the day of your celebration;

In Western culture, this ceremony goes back to Roman and Greek times. A child was not considered a member of the family, nor had he any status in law, until the father had named him at an official ceremony. Thus the ties of kinship were established.

These ceremonies are an alternative rite of passage to a Christening or Baptism and are rapidly growing in popularity. My Baby Naming Ceremonies are an uplifting, meaningful experience that will be deeply memorable for yourself and your child. I create a personal ceremony that revolves around the child with special poems, music, candles and involve the whole family.

The ceremony is usually held in your own home or in a park setting. The child receives a Naming Certificate and Godparents (or Guardians) Certificates are also available if required and a hand-embossed copy of the ceremony is presented to you as a keepsake.

• Introduction by Celebrant
• Readings by family or friends (two is usual)
• The Parents and the Child
• The Role of the Guardians
• The Role and Importance of Grandparents
• Dedication of the Child
• Conclusion

Many people choose to re-affirm their wedding vows on a significant anniversary - ten years, twenty-five years, forty years. Many couples choose to exchange their original weddings rings again, or new ones (e.g. ruby rings for forty years). This can be done at a small intimate ceremony in your home or backyard, or in a larger venue such as a harbour cruise ship.

No matter what type of ceremony you choose, I will meet with you to discuss your individual requirements and have many samples of ceremonies, poems, vows and readings for you to create an individual and meaningful ceremony. You may wish to use your original vows, have your original witnesses present, if possible, involve your children and use music and poetry that is significant to you as a couple. At the end of the ceremony you will be presented with a Renewal of Vows Certificate and a hand-embossed copy of the full ceremony as a keepsake.

As soon as I have been contacted, I will make an appointment to visit your home, share with you and your family and write an individual ceremony that focuses on the deceased and celebrates his/her life. It is a time of grief and the families of the deceased need someone to turn to, to help in times of such distress and even trauma.

You may find yourself under pressure but I urge you not to be rushed by your own family or anyone else. Take time to organise a personal ceremony that will do honour to your loved one and begin to bring a sense of closure for you.

Encouraging family involvement is often the best way to help with the grief process. Perhaps children and grandchildren will want to share some of their memories, place a flower on the casket or light a candle. Using your loved ones' favourite songs, sayings and poems during the ceremony brings healing as well.

Do you recall the death of a loved one and trying to plan their funeral for them while suffering grief and stress? Many of us have been in this situation. You can save your spouse or children this added stress in a time of great crisis, by having your funeral planned and set down for them on paper.

I will come to your home or place of business and, during a relaxed consultation, will help you plan what you want at your funeral - what Funeral Director you prefer, what flowers, music and poetry, place of interment or cremation and the scattering of ashes. I will then write down your biography including family details, education, community service, awards - your life history. All the things your family don't want to talk to you about, or can't.

All of this information is returned to you in a plastic envelope, which can then be stored in a convenient location. You may wish to also include in this envelope your birth certificate, your will etc and when the time comes it is all conveniently at hand so that your family can go ahead and plan a funeral that will not only do honour to you, but will help them to know that they did the best they could by you.

As a professionally trained celebrant with experience in writing and conducting funeral ceremonies, I am committed to helping you make this time of crisis as easy as possible for your family.

I am also happy to come and speak to your club or social group about this important and innovative service.