Musings on life; from birth to death and everything in-between

"Plunge boldly into the thick of life, and seize it where you will, it is always interesting" (Johann Wolfgang von Goethe).

This quote came to mind as I thought to myself, how do I start sharing my thoughts on life? My desire to be creative through writing. The answer; to be courageous, to start with the present and to speak with an authentic voice about the happenings of the everyday, the seasons, the special occasions in our lives that we can mark through ceremony and ritual – from births and deaths and everything in between. Baby naming’s, weddings, special occasion birthdays, renewal of vows, funerals, memorials, unveilings and more.  I hope you enjoy what I have to share and I welcome your thoughts at all times.  My passion is to share your story in a way that fully expresses you. I look forward to co-creating a ceremony with you. Do get in touch!

A blog ~ Celebrating milestones - a very special 95th birthday party

Let's celebrate all those special milestones! Easter saw me celebrate my Dad's 95th birthday with family and friends and it was an occasion to remember. In this blog, I talk about how you can use structure to create a ceremony that will be meaningful and memorable. Of course, my recommendation would be to use a celebrant, who will bring that extra special something to the occasion.

Rachel Clarke - Life celebrant

A blog ~ Gold, emeralds and diamonds

Going for gold, emeralds and diamonds? Well, all I can say is, that after your engagement; you have to wait a long time to celebrate a wedding anniversary with gold, emeralds or diamonds. However, once you have achieved 50+ years of marriage, you are up for some serious bling! But seriously, read on to find out more about what it takes to hang in there for that long!

Rachel Clarke - Life Celebrant

A blog ~ Capture those precious moments

Life is full of precious moments and isn't it fabulous when we can capture them on film! Covid has been responsible for many a tearful reunion after months and years apart. So when you do finally get together, make sure to capture those precious moments for the family photo album!

Rachel Clarke - Life Celebrant

A poem ~ Leaps and bounds

A poem about the leaps and bounds in an infants development and the amazing drive they have to learn through repetition.

Rachel Clarke - Life Celebrant

A blog ~ New beginnings and naming ceremonies

Holding a baby-naming ceremony is a newer tradition that offers a non-religious alternative to a formal Christening. A way of celebrating in a meaningful way the arrival of a new baby or child into your family. As your celebrant, I will work with you to develop a personalised naming ceremony that suits you and your family.

Rachel Clarke - Life Celebrant

A poem ~ Beads of love

A poem on the delights of being a grandparent.

Rachel Clarke - Life Celebrant

A poem ~ A feast of colour

A poem: Fallen and turning, the bright hues of autumn colour lie strewn.

Rachel Clarke - Life Celebrant

A blog ~ Autumn is heralded in.

Autumn is heralded in with flags of colour, bringing crisp mornings and even crisper leaves to kick and crunch.

Rachel Clarke - Life celebrant

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