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Wedding Ceremony Happiness

Catching Wedding Ceremony Happiness

Wedding ceremony happiness shows in the faces of this delightful couple!  Happiness is catching and there were smiles all round as these long-term friends tied the knot at their wedding.

Andor and Terez are lovely people who are very welcoming and quickly make people feel at ease.  This couple enjoy a relaxing atmosphere among friends and family, including their beloved pets.

Guests gathered for their delightful and relaxed wedding ceremony at Andor and Terez’s home.  Excitement and love was in the air as everyone made ready for this very special occasion.

wedding ceremony happiness

Wedding ceremony happiness moment

  • Wedding decorations in the front room set the scene.  Just perfect for an intimate and personal wedding ceremony.
  • Simple, and heart-felt words that express their feelings in a natural way gave their ceremony a very personal touch.
  • Misty eyes were the order of the day as Andor and Terez made their marriage vows to each other.
  • Family members got the ‘technology’ going and music was in the air and even some singing!
  • Smiles on faces all round, not to mention the happy wagging of tails of the four-footed guests!
  • A delightful and happy wedding ceremony for a delightful couple.
  • I loved planning this wedding ceremony with its simple, yet elegant touches.
  • I also loved the looks of delight as I presented the special wedding keepsakes that I made just for them!

 

Wedding Ceremony Review

The happy couple, Andor and Terez give this review of their wedding ceremony and recommendation of Brisbane’s Really Good Celebrant, Glenda J Ashleigh:

What did you and your guests particularly enjoy about the ceremony?  The ceremony was very familiar with a nice atmosphere.

What will you always remember about the ceremony?  The Celebrant. #glendajashleighcelebrant

Overall, how would you rate your experience with Glenda as your Celebrant?  Excellent.

What would you tell other people about Glenda?  Just, call her, she’s very friendly.

Contact Glenda Ashleigh for your delightful wedding ceremony.

 

 

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Wedding Ceremony Keepsakes – keep them safe!

Wedding Ceremony Keepsakes

Wedding ceremony keepsakes are those items that make your ceremony special.  Your wedding ceremony script, personal wedding vows scripts, and bridal favours are good examples.  Keep these precious items and the Presentation Marriage Certificate safe on your wedding day.  Those something old, something blue, something borrowed items, perhaps a handkerchief, a brooch, or necklace that you carry or wear for the ceremony are very special keepsakes.   Further, these keepsakes are irreplaceable.  Also, how do you explain their loss if you borrow these items?

Some Unique Ceremony Keepsakes

I take the time and care to design special wedding keepsakes for your ceremony.  These keepsakes are unique to your ceremony. Fortunately, these keepsakes are replaceable, for a fee of course. I photograph these keepsakes as a record so that if they are misplaced, I can replace them for you.

wedding ceremony keepsakes

Wedding Ceremony Keepsakes

I present the script of your ceremony as a scroll inside a cover, and I hand-make and decorate the sleeve that secures the scroll.

Delightful booklets contain your personal wedding vows and both the scroll and booklets reflect the theme colours of your wedding.

As a special touch, I hand-make a special keepsake as a  ‘good luck’ symbol.  This is a ‘surprise’ on the wedding day.

When do Wedding Keepsakes go Missing?

At the end of the ceremony everyone is excited.  Everyone congratulates the happy couple or gathers for photographs, and this is the critical time when keepsake items are misplaced or overlooked.  Small items such as keepsakes, and the Presentation Marriage Certificate are treasured items that are easily lost in the excitement of the day.  The Presentation Marriage Certificate is not replaceable and if it is mislaid or damaged, apply to the Registry for advice.

You can avoid the stress and worry of locating misplaced items if you prepare well.  After all, you want to enjoy those wonderful moments of your wedding and make beautiful memories of your special day.

Appoint a Wedding Ceremony Keepsakes and Documents Official

Here is a great wedding ceremony tip!  Appoint a reliable person as the wedding ceremony keepsakes and documents official on your wedding day.  This is an essential part of successful wedding planning!  Your wedding ceremony keepsakes and documents official is someone you trust to follow your instructions exactly!

Wedding Ceremony Keepsakes and Documents Official

Following is a basic checklist of instructions to give to your appointed Documents Official.

  • Identify yourself as the appointed  ‘wedding ceremony keepsakes and documents official’ to the Celebrant before the wedding ceremony.
  • Be available and receive the ceremony keepsakes and documents immediately after the wedding ceremony.
  • Check the contents of the envelope containing the wedding ceremony keepsakes and documents with the Celebrant.
  • Take charge of the envelope containing the ceremony keepsakes and documents, and
  • Follow instructions immediately for safe storage.  (specify exactly how, when and where.)

I meet your wedding ceremony documents official before the ceremony and check the instructions carefully.  Following the marriage documents signing, I hand over all keepsakes and the Presentation Marriage Certificate securely and safely to your appointed official.  You relax and celebrate the special moments of your wedding day with family and friends, confident that your precious items are safe.

Official Marriage Documents

Do you want to know more about Australian official marriage documents?  Do you know that the Presentation Marriage Certificate is not a personal identification document (ID)?  Personal identification documents show your date of birth and this information is not shown on the Presentation Marriage Certificate.  Although it is a legal document, it is however, not the official marriage certificate.

The Official Marriage Certificate shows your date of birth.  You purchase a certified copy of the official marriage certificate from the Marriage Registry in the Australian state or territory of your marriage.  This certified copy is a personal identification document and serves to verify your changed legal status as a married person.  Check out the Australian government page for the most up-to-date and accurate information about Australian marriage documents.

 

 

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Blushing Brides

Blushing Brides Give Aways

My ‘blushing bride’ giveaways are not only unique, but they are also only available at wedding expos where I participate.

Peg Doll Brides

There is a rich tradition in using wooden pegs to make dolls.  Children play happily with these delightful dolls for many hours.  Worlds of imagination open up and fantastic adventures come to life.

No two peg doll brides are alike!  Whether or not the ‘differences’ are planned or just plain accidental, I am not telling!  I have great fun creating the expressions on the little faces, and dressing them.  Anyway, the girls (young in age and young in heart) who receive them are very excited about having their very own bride doll!

These little darlings are always a hit with expo visitors.  Brides-to-be love them.  Mothers, Aunts, Sisters, Cousins, Grandmothers of Brides-to-be love them.  Children love them.  These peg doll brides go quickly.

Peg Doll Brides

Blushing Brides

As it is quite busy at an expo,  I want to make sure that everyone gets their very own bride doll.  So, I  send a photo of  two peg doll brides to all people who register their interest in finding a very good celebrant for their wedding ceremony.

Something to watch out for on the website is the micro-series “Dolls are different, or are they?”  It features a fascinating plot, wonderful soundtrack, and of course, very talented doll actors including blushing brides!  Set in the present day, the story focuses on the trials and tribulations of all who involve themselves in making a wedding happen.

follow the trials and tribulations of Peg & Pog who meet in the Rose Garden, fall in love and start to plan their wedding.  Of course, all dolls ‘help’ in the planning process with mixed results.  The wedding is wonderful as Peg & Pog  share the love.

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Valentine’s Day 2019

Valentines Day

 Romantic 2019 Valentines Day Wedding

Don’t miss out, book your Valentines Day Wedding for 2019!  This is the day that is traditional for celebrating universal love.  Spread the love and make 14 February, your Wedding Day in 2019.  Just think of it!  When you marry on Valentines Day you celebrate all your wedding anniversaries on the most romantic day of the year!

Valentines day wedding

Be My Valentine!

  • Do you plan to announce your Engagement on Valentine’s Day?   Theme your celebrations with a romantic  Valentine’s Day ceremony and invite your family and friends to join in the party.
  • Why not combine your engagement announcement and wedding dates?  Invite family and friends to celebrate your Valentine’s Day ‘betrothal’ (promise to marry) and surprise them with your wedding ceremony!  Both parties must lodge the Notice of Intended Marriage with your Celebrant at least one month before the ceremony.  Check before the ceremony who you would like to be your two witnesses.  This way the other guests are the only ones being ‘surprised’!
  • Say “Be My Valentine”  in a romantic Renewal of Vows ceremony that celebrates your married life and your hopes and dreams for your future happiness.

Brisbane’s Really Good Marriage Celebrant, Glenda J Ashleigh

An experienced and reliable Celebrant, who is friendly, fun and has lots of ideas for your ceremony, I enjoy creating ceremonies that bring smiles to faces!  I help you to have the ceremony that captures your personality and wishes.  Your ceremony, your way.

Do you know that there are many traditions that relate to Valentine’s Day?   Valentine’s Day has a rich history of origins, traditions and rituals that you may like to include in your celebrations.  Which of these traditions appeal to you?

Get together with family and friends, or celebrate your special moment your way – it’s your choice!   Contact Glenda now to make your ceremony booking for 14 February 2019!