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Respectfully Yours Celebrant Services
Locality: Bendigo, Victoria
Address: 253 High St 3555 Bendigo, VIC, Australia
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23.01.2022 Here we are ..Christmas again. Peace & happiness to all. What a great time to remind parents of the beauty of "Welcome Ceremonies" or Naming Ceremonies. I can do these at any age and the main message is to honour your child, welcome them into your family, indicate your love and support into their future. They are truly lovely ceremomies. I would love to talk to you about yours.
22.01.2022 I discovered on Saturday that large & lavish is not necessarily better... imagine - old rundown cottage, small loungeroom, no furniture , no music, meeting minimal legislative requirements, no flowers, 2 witnesses, bride & groom, celebrant, short ceremony in the form of a conversation, no stress, no extraneous words, relaxed, sincere, respectful. Next month the bride & groom will party with friends. Meanwhile the five of us thoroughly enjoyed our post wedding champagne. This was one to remember.
21.01.2022 dominance behaviour, or bullying as they say today, can be more easily managed if one feels ok about oneself. Believe in yourself, don't buy into name calling and teasing, just shrug and agree or walk off or say something positive about the "bully". The element of surprise saves you and calms them.
20.01.2022 STANDARD OF PRACTICE AS A MARRIAGE CELEBRANT I maintain a high standard of service in professional conduct and practice. This includes : (a) appr...opriate personal presentation for ceremonies; (b) punctuality for all ceremonies (c) accuracy in document preparation and timely submission (d) observation of needs for assistance beyond the immediate (e) addressing unforeseen issues, events & behaviours (f) listening and responding to ceremony requests (g) adhering to all aspects of the Marriage Act (h) knowing & following the Marriage Regulations (i) annual inservice training (j) maintaining registration as a Celebrant (k) preparing and conducting marriage ceremonies with respect & accuracy. (l) thorough preparation and rehearsal (m) backup plans in the event of the unexpected (n) direction regarding Preparation for Marriage programs (o) additional meetings/ counselling where needed (am a trained Counselor) (p) ability to relax couple & guests with light humour if necessary. (q) negotiating prices in hardship My goal is to help create a memorable happy day for you by officiating with sensitivity and respect Christine Haddrick, E: [email protected] M 0408731821
20.01.2022 SHARON PAYNE, the aboriginal activist said, stop searching for the holy grail, it is there before you. What a good idea - live and recognize today's blessings, I don't need to dream, just to wake up with a smile each day anticipating a friendly contact.
17.01.2022 Hello Friends, I said I would write something about my trip to Bourke but it was so amazing I have to think about it . In the meantime what about looking up www.wonbendigo.org/program, book in for a great day of entertainment in Bendigo/ Do you like choirs? There will be 12
16.01.2022 What is a Naming Ceremony? A Naming Ceremony is a ritual specifically designed to honour and welcome a child into their immediate and extended family and into their world. How & where is it done? Through words, songs and symbols. I have many examples to show you. I have done these in lounge-rooms, in back yards, on riverbanks, caravan parks, forests and foreshores.... But my child is already named! Of course and this is the name we honour and the person we welcome with hope and joy and respect and love through a memorable ceremony to look back on. Who is involved? Family and friends. It is a chance for friends and family to join together in expressing support now and into the future and to celebrate Who would write it? I would make suggestions as the celebrant and write it in consultation with you Is it expensive? Because I believe so strongly in the value of these ceremonies I make the price negotiable Is it instead of a Christening? Some people think so and some parents choose to have nominated support co parents (godparents), a practice borrowed from Christenings. This can be very encouraging to both child and parents while not committing to a religion or religious beliefs. There is no specific religious association in a Naming Ceremony. There are no specific rubrics for Namings as for church related ceremonies so they can be personally written as warm, grateful, loving, ceremonies. Having a baby was such a big event, I would like to acknowledge it and acknowledge my beautiful child, perhaps bless her and mark the occasion with a ceremony. When should it be done? Up to five would be appropriate. After that age I would suggest a different type of ceremony to honour, give encouragement and inspire confidence. I can arrange this for you. How will I find you? Call or text me on 0408 731 821 Or email [email protected]
16.01.2022 This was a at beautiful Naming Ceremony a few years ago. That little boy started school this year. I wish him great happiness and success throughout his school years
15.01.2022 "All good things come to those who wait" So cute isn't it?
13.01.2022 I have always had good feedback from my work as a Celebrant in Naming ceremonies and child Funerals. Probably due to this attitude. I once wrote this prose poem. CHILDHOOD An untapped mine... An ocean of exuberant energy A blade of grass swaying in the breeze Blowing one way then another A mysterious phenomenon of intelligence Suddenly succumbing to ridiculous stupidity Is childhood. In itself complete possessing its own peculiar fulfilment So that if it stopped Its intrinsic value Simplicity Lovableness Is not dependent on a future. childhood is therefore to be respected Deserving to be heard and spoken to with kindness childhood is dependent Some more than others Some apparently more than others Some apparently not at all And these are most dependent. childhood is growth and change and complex Presenting surprises every day Each new task brings delight to those who see and care. childhood is adaptation in an unchosen setting Imitating and discerning. Childhood is society’s responsibility Too great to rest within the walls of a single couple When deprived of rights of love and growth The right to be physically cared for To belong to a stable environment To be educated and accepted as having a rightful place in the world Childhood engenders softness in the hearts of caring societies affection flowers Along with the frustration of thorns In realizing love. Children change adult adults guide the change in children CHRISTINE HADDRICK 1988
12.01.2022 Well I may not be doing weddings any more BUT I am doing rituals thatcelebrate life and love. If you want to know what I mean watch the movie COURAGEOUS. It is amazing
09.01.2022 my dilemma. Trying to reconcile the belief that we ought to celebrate events while not believing the way to do it is with fireworks . Very hard to watch fireworks over Sydney and not be reminded of bombs & death of innocents in other parts of the world. Happy New Year anyway.
08.01.2022 I love it when I leave home to do a ceremony with a feeling of absolute confidence knowing it will go well and please everyone. Sooo good. It is all in the preparation. It has been happening a lot lately..... yes I love it, after all it is the reason for Respectfully Yours Celebrant Services
07.01.2022 I grieve, I love him I miss him I imagine him with despair I go to speak but he's not there. He's not dead just doesn't care he's still around but I don't know where... I can help, he owns my heart he didn't trust me from the start what happened to him I still wonder that made him attack like a clap of thunder I grieve I wait and I will be around to release the chain that has him bound See more
07.01.2022 Hi I,m back. Am planning to create a New Look on return from my road trip to Bourke and Broken Hill, etc. It will focus on my values which are the same as so many people wanting to marry, die or honour a baby/child since my main ceremonies are weddings, funerals and namings.......this is only because people don't seem to want a CELEBRANT for ceremonies to Renew their Vows, Start Over after Divorce or Celebrate Retirement . I am good at preparing and facilitating all kinds of celebrations. For now here I go travelling the dusty road. Will let you know how it goes.
04.01.2022 Rituals & Ceremonies are an essential and basic means for human beings to give the necessary messages to stay grounded and live fully alive in the human family. Through shared memorable events & actions Rituals & Ceremonies confirm and acknowledge values and beliefs. They tell a story of welcome, acceptance & love and generate a sense of identity, esteem & belonging.... every ritual contains tender and sacred moments and in those moments we are taken out of the everyday flow of life into something deep and significant. These are the moments which move our hearts, touch out spirits and bind us closer together. Rituals & Ceremonies add momentum to living life well. This is why CELEBRANTS do what they do It is Mothers Day and I offer Naming Ceremonies half price if booked during May, to honour and welcome your child. E [email protected]
03.01.2022 If it is true that 91% of Australians believe that money spent on big weddings could be better used, 70% believe social media puts unnecessary pressure on couples and more than half feel the top wedding stressors are sticking to budget, not being able to invite everyone and managing families (choosi,com.au) then I suggest that couples have a chat with me ...you tell me your biggest hopes and I will use my practical/counselling/ celebrant skills objestively to ensure the wedding of your dreams.
01.01.2022 Ohboy! What an experience with our road trip to Bourke, Cobar, Wilcannia, White Cliffs, Broken Hill Mildura, all so differents and educational
