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5 Ways To Include Your Mum In Your Wedding

5 Ways To Include Your Mum In Your Wedding

by Mary Gibson | Feb 24, 2022 | ceremonies, wedding tips

5 Ways To Include Your Mum In Your Wedding From quiet moments to heartfelt roles she’ll treasure There are many ways to include your mum or mother-in-law in your wedding ceremony, and you might already have an option you want to use. But if you’re struggling,...

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A celebrant in Aberdeen for couples who want to laugh, love and legally tie the knot, I'm the girl to make your day memorable, fun and with meaning.
Short answer? You can have whatever you like. Lo Short answer? You can have whatever you like. Longer answer? Personal vows, unity rituals, your mum doing a reading, your dog stealing the spotlight with the rings… Honestly, if it matters to you, it goes in. If you’ve got an idea, we can make it happen. If you don’t, I’ve got plenty. #yourweddingyourway #celebrantangel #celebrantaberdeen
Meet the Andersons 💛 Saturday at Norwood Hall. S Meet the Andersons 💛 Saturday at Norwood Hall. Small ceremony. Big feelings. Tears from the guests, tears from the couple… and a whole lot of love in the room. Absolutely beautiful. photos by @jenniferriddellphotography #norwoodhallwedding #intimatewedding
Its here... Kara and Liam's big dat @macdonaldnor Its here... Kara and Liam's big dat @macdonaldnorwoodhallhotel A beautiful, intimate ceremony for two beautiful people, can't wait to see them today and meet the family #norwood #norwoodhall ##intimatewedding
I got me a real cowboy 🥰 This was one of the gues I got me a real cowboy 🥰 This was one of the guests at Robert and Maria’s wedding back in February at Ardoe House… And he came all the way from Texas. Proper hat. Proper accent. The real deal. Just goes to show… you never quite know who’s going to turn up at a wedding, and I love that. @emerson.photography #ardoehousewedding #ardoehouse #emersonphotography
It's all in the chats.. We have regular chats, no It's all in the chats.. We have regular chats, nothing formal, nothing scary. I get to know you… You get to know me… And somewhere along the way, I get to hear your story. Not just the big moments, but all the little bits no one else ever asks about. That's the bit I love. That’s where the magic is. Because we’ll end up talking about anything and everything… first dates, who made the first move, questionable haircuts… all the important stuff. And those little rabbit holes we wander down? That’s where the gold is. That’s how I find the stories, the quirks, the moments that make your ceremony feel like you, not something copied off the internet. #askmeanything #couplesmeeting #celebrantangel
A girl can never have to many notebooks 🥰 A girl can never have to many notebooks 🥰
Meet Mr and Mrs Nicol 🥰 Saturday saw me at the be Meet Mr and Mrs Nicol 🥰 Saturday saw me at the beautiful Society of Advocates Library, marrying the wonderful Claire and Richard. From the very first chat, right up to the “I do”, they have been an absolute joy to work with. The kind of couple who make you laugh, make you feel part of it all, and remind me exactly why I love what I do. Thank you both for trusting me with such an important part of your story… it really does mean the world. And now comes the bit I’m never very good at… the goodbye. No more meetings, no more little updates about plans, no more “you’ll never guess what’s happened this week…” chats. It always feels a bit quiet afterwards. But the best part? I know this isn’t the end of your story, it’s just the start of a brilliant new chapter. Wishing you both a lifetime of love, laughter, and plenty more stories to tell. Photos by #michaelcarverphotography #societyofadvocates #weddingaberdeen #thecelebrantangel
The newbies I've had lots of bookings over the la The newbies I've had lots of bookings over the last couple of months, so this week I will answer some of the questions I get when I do the first call with them. How do you make a couple's ceremony feel personal? Honestly? That's the easy bit, and it's the part I absolutely love! First things first, I'll ask you what kind of vibe you're going for. Relaxed and laid-back? Romantic and intimate? Fun and a little chaotic (in the best way)? There's no wrong answer, it's YOUR day, and your ceremony should feel like YOU. Then comes the fun part. I'll walk you through loads of options to make your ceremony completely unique to you as a couple. We're talking everything from the words we use, to readings, rituals, personalised vows, little surprises for your guests, the works! No two couples are the same, so no two ceremonies should be either. My job is to help you figure out what feels right and then bring it all together in a way that has you excited when you read it for the first time. So if you've been wondering whether a ceremony can be more than just the legal bit at the start of your wedding day, it absolutely can. #uniqueceremony #yourweddingyourway #celebrantangel #celebrantaberdeen
Once upon a time… And what a gorgeous place to h Once upon a time… And what a gorgeous place to have a wedding ceremony for a young lady who loves books. Claire and Richard's wedding was in the #socofadvocates in Aberdeen. A place I didn't even know existed, and I have to say that that was the first time I've ever been in a court building in my life, I've been a good girl 😁 And a big thank you to Jess, the co-ordinator on the day, for helping me and telling me a bit about the history of the building. Claire did all the decor herself, aren't they gorgeous? I'll share some photos and vendors on the day later in the week. #societyofadvocates #aberdeenwedding #librarywedding #celebrantangel
It's here at last Claire and Richard's big day at It's here at last Claire and Richard's big day at the Society of Advocates Library, Aberdeen, a place I've never been to, but a very apt location for a young lady who loves a book. Can't wait to see them today in all their finery and meet the guests. @Society of Advocates Library, Aberdeen #weddingaberdeen #weddingdaytoday #celebrantangel
Hello April Two cracking ceremonies for me this m Hello April Two cracking ceremonies for me this month, one of the venues I've never been to before, but looks amazing, so I can't wait to see that. And meeting up with some of the cracking wedding vendors/photographers that we have around here. #societyofadvocateslibrary #norwoodhallwedding
Weddings used to come with a bit of an… unwritten Weddings used to come with a bit of an… unwritten rulebook. You know the one. Follow the script. Do things in the “right” order. Don’t rock the boat. But couples these days? They’ve quietly taken that rulebook… and popped it in the bin. Now it looks more like this: • Smaller weddings that actually feel like you • Weekday or even multi-day celebrations (why limit it to one day?) • Unplugged ceremonies… or at least a wee “phones away, be present” moment • Outfits that make you feel amazing, not just what you’re “supposed” to wear Because here’s the thing… This isn’t about putting on a performance anymore. It’s about creating a day that feels right when you’re in it. The laughs. The people. The moments you actually remember. Not just ticking boxes because someone, somewhere, once said you should. So if you’re planning your wedding right now… consider this your official permission slip to do it your way 😉 And I have so many couples that haven't, or aren't following any rule books, which is what makes every single ceremony different, and I love that about my job, no two days or couples are the same. #yourweddingyourway #doityourway
Whats for dinner? Another thing that’s changing a Whats for dinner? Another thing that’s changing at weddings these days… is the dinner. Are you going for a formal sit-down meal, or doing something a bit different like… • Sharing platters that get everyone chatting • Street food or food trucks (pizza, tacos, loaded fries… yes please) • Grazing tables you can dip in and out of (my favourite as i love a picnic) • A relaxed buffet where people eat when they’re ready Because weddings aren’t just about tradition anymore… they’re about atmosphere. And sometimes the best moments happen when people are passing plates, stealing chips off each other, and going back for “just one more” 😄 So… what you having? Three courses and speeches, or something a little more laid-back and fun?
Wedding cake… 🎂 Are you having one… or skipping i Wedding cake… 🎂 Are you having one… or skipping it altogether? And if you are, are you cutting it before dinner, after dinner… or leaving it to the photographer to give you a nudge when it’s time? 😂 And this might be something from way back in my day… but do guests still take a bit of wedding cake home with them? Is this still a thing, or have I just shown my age? 😂 There was a rumour you were meant to sleep with it under your pillow, so you’d dream of your true love… Did anyone ever try that one 😊 Dinnie fancy cleaning that pillow in the morning 😊 #weddingcake
The question that divides every couple I've ever w The question that divides every couple I've ever worked with… Are you doing a first look on your wedding day… or saving it for the aisle? When I'm with my couples, especially at the rehearsal, there's always that moment. One of them turns to the other and says, "You better be crying when you see me." (Note to self: keep a wee pin in my pocket… just in case I need to encourage a tear or two ) Some couples love the tradition, saving that first look for the aisle, the big reveal, the full audience. The gasp. The moment. Then there are the ones who say, "Absolutely not. I'll be a nervous wreck. I need to see them before." So, they sneak away for a quiet first look before the ceremony instead. Honestly? Both are magical. Either way… someone's gonna be crying. It's just a question of when. 😏 So which camp are you in? #firstlook
A big thank you back To Amy and Kieran for choosi A big thank you back To Amy and Kieran for choosing me as their celebrant for their wedding day. I love adding all the little twists that my couples want in their ceremonies, its what makes every ceremony different 🥰 #meldrumhouse #rawfotophraphy #yourweddingyourway
How fast did that week go? It's been a week alrea How fast did that week go? It's been a week already since David and Olena had their wedding ceremony with me at The Winter Gardens in Aberdeen. It was a beautiful sunny day, so we were nice and cosy in the greenhouse. The guests were all good fun, and there was even a face there from my past that recognised me, from my voice mainly 😂 It takes a while for your wedding day to come once you set the date, but it's over in a flash. Photos by #ellyray.photographer #wintergardens #duthiepartkaberdeen #multiculuralweddings
"Isn't a Wedding for Two just… signing a form?" O "Isn't a Wedding for Two just… signing a form?" Oh, absolutely not. 😄 Not with me anyway! Yes, some couples want to keep it simple, turn up, sign the paperwork, job done. And that's absolutely fine. But if that's not what you want, you don't have to settle for it. Every couple who has had a Wedding for Two with me has received exactly the same love and care as any other couple. I still take the time to learn your story, we can still have personal vows, meaningful rituals, the whole lot, it's a little shorter, a bit less detail. Because at the end of the day, this is still one of the most important moments of your lives, and the last thing I want is for it to feel like a trip to the council offices. You deserve a day that feels as special as it is. And I'm here to make sure it does.🥰 So if you're thinking this might be the way you want your wedding day, pop over for a chat Photo by #debbiewalkerphotography #weddingsfortwo #eleopement #yourweddingyourway.
A Wedding for Two Some couples dream of a 200-gue A Wedding for Two Some couples dream of a 200-guest wedding. The seating chart alone takes six months, three spreadsheets, and a minor family fallout. 😄 And then there are the couples who look at each other and think… what if it were just us? That's exactly what Janette and Duncan decided to do, in their favourite spot last year with just their boys beside them. A Wedding for Two isn't a compromise. It's a choice, a deeply romantic, beautifully intentional one. No distant relatives doing questionable shapes on the dance floor, no one crying for the wrong reasons, and absolutely no Uncle Derek stealing the mic. Just the two of you. Your vows. A moment that belongs entirely to you both. Intimate. Unforgettable. And yes, it's completely, 100% legally binding. This is what it looks like when a wedding is exactly what it should be ....yours. Ready to make it just the two of you? Drop me a message and let's start planning something truly unforgettable. #weddingfortwo #elopement #yourweddingyourway
Want to get married now, but can't afford the full Want to get married now, but can't afford the full wedding show? What about a Wedding for Two, an elopement, but I like the sound of Wedding for Two better :) If you want to get legally married now, why not pop over for a chat, see how it's done #weddingfortwo #elopement #celebrantangel #legalsonlywedding
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