Till Death Do Us Part: A Nightmare Before Christmas Gothic Wedding at Arnos Vale Cemetery

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Can you smell it? That distinctly October magic—spiced candles flickering, pumpkins everywhere, and Halloween on the horizon. Autumn isn’t just about pumpkin spice lattes and sweater weather. It’s the season for gothic romance, for leaning into the beautifully eerie, the deliciously dark. And what better way to celebrate than with a gothic wedding ceremony inspired…

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Trans Naming Ceremony: Celebrating Identity at Every Age

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You might think of naming ceremonies as something reserved for babies. And yes, that’s lovely. But a trans naming ceremony is something entirely different. It’s an empowering, affirming way for trans and non-binary people to say, “This is who I am,” in front of the people who love them. Whether it’s for a child, a…

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Standing with Love: Why I Champion the Trans Community

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I feel like this blog has been brewing for a while. As a celebrant, I proudly stand shoulder to shoulder with the trans community and all LGBTQIA+ people—especially when legal marriage systems fail to honour their identity. Here’s why creating truly inclusive, affirming ceremonies isn’t just important—it’s absolutely essential. Because Love Deserves Better: Why I…

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