

Can you choose your own celebrant?
This is a very common question asked of Samantha - founder of Life's Celebrations By Samantha. The simple answer is yes! Life is all...


Naming Ceremonies
What is a naming ceremony and why is it different from a christening? This is a question that many people ask when they hear of a naming...


Music at your Wedding Ceremony
Music is important in any ceremony - it creates the mood and adds to the magical atmosphere of a wedding ceremony. So how many pieces do...


Wet Weather Option
Getting married outdoors on a beach or in a garden is absolutely beautiful and a wonderful way to hold your marriage ceremony. However...


Traditions in Weddings
There are a couple traditions that people follow when it comes to wedding ceremonies. The first is the Bride arriving late. Believe it or...


When should you book a Celebrant?
Many celebrants are taking bookings up to 18 months in advance - there are more popular months or dates than others - but nonetheless,...


Wedding Vows
The most common question Samantha is asked when meeting with Bride's and Grooms's is " Do I have to write my own vows?" The answer is...


Speaking at funeral
Many people are hesitant when it comes to public speaking and this is amplified when speaking at a funeral or memorial service is...


Popular music at Funerals
Samantha often gets asked to recommend music for funeral ceremonies. This is a very personal choice and there are literally millions of...


Inclusions in Weddings
Many people like to have some sort of inclusion in their wedding ceremony. Here are just a few ideas that you may wish to consider. A...