Next Chapter Celebrant

11/09/2024

Fabulous idea.

11/09/2024

R U OK today?

Ask R U OK? any day because life happens every day.

Any day is a day to check in with a family member, partner, friend, colleague, and neighbour to see if they're ok. Especially if they work or volunteer in palliative care. A simple question, R U OK? could change a life.

If you’re not sure how to begin this conversation, try this:
🔸 Ask R U OK?
🔸 Listen
🔸 Encourage action
🔸 Check in
More conversation tips can be found here - https://loom.ly/hpeT-BY

Further help on self-care for those working or volunteering in palliative care - https://loom.ly/IIF-QdM

01/09/2024

Happy Father's Day to all those who are celebrating today. Best wishes to those first-time fathers, those who have been fathers for many many years, those who have stepped in as father figures and those who are father to fur children.

Please think of those who have lost fathers this year and light a candle in remembrance of them.

31/08/2024

A service will be held at Graham Family Funerals for the late Mrs Sheila Joan Davis on Monday 2 Sep at 12.30pm. The service will be live-streamed.

Please think of the family at this sad time. My deepest condolences to you.

Upcoming funeral notices in Hobart at Graham Family Funerals. Livestreams available. Join us in honoring loved ones.

31/08/2024

FYI

If you’re keen to take the reins and DIY your big day, then we’ve got you covered!
Just hop on over to our online catalogue and start adding those fabulous rental pieces to your wishlist. Once you’re done, hit send, and we’ll get back to you with a formal quote that includes all the pieces you need to complete your wedding styling.
To lock in your hire, we only need a 25% down payment.
So, what are you waiting for?!

27/08/2024

A service will be held for Rita Solomon at Turnbull Funerals on Friday 30 August at 3pm. This service will be livestreamed.

My deepest condolences to the family as you navigate this loss.

24/08/2024

I recently had the chance to visit Alluvium Water Cremations when they opened their doors to industry. It was a fascinating experience to learn about this very different way of cremation.

24/08/2024

Something very exciting for those styling their own tables. A great session not to be missed.

Next Saturday we are having our first ever styling workshop!
3 hours of learning about the joy of tablescapes and how to style your tables to be aesthetically pleasing, full of joy and represent you as a couple!
We will dive deep into colours, heights, leaving space for food, round tables vs long tables and all the other things I’ve learnt in my 10+ years as a wedding stylist!
I’m so thrilled to share my experience and knowledge and tickets are just $35 (including lunch) as I start this new endeavour into helping DIY couples!!
Comment for ticket link or see in bio!!
planning

21/08/2024

Happy to help.

Trivia Fundraiser

12/08/2024

How gorgeous is this. Never too old for romance.

The story of newly-weds Bev and Mark shows it is never too late to find the one you love.

12/08/2024

Planning ahead is always a huge help for families.

Have you planned your funeral, your final goodbye?

Chances are you haven’t, and you’re not alone. Only 1 in 5 Australians have talked to their family and friends about how they want to be farewelled.

Starting this Wednesday 14 August on SBS is ‘Ray Martin: The Last Goodbye’.

In this three-part series, the multiple gold Logie-award winning journalist takes a deep dive into the nation’s last taboo – death.

Like many Australians, Ray hasn’t talked about his wishes to his family and friends. And, as a baby boomer, in four years’ time, Ray will reach the average age of death – 83.

Through insights and humour, Ray looks at the way death is treated among cultures, religions and different viewpoints as he sets about planning his own funeral and how he is laid to eternal rest.

You can watch the trailer here - https://loom.ly/4WO3qic and tune in to SBS or SBS On Demand on Wednesday 14 August at 8.30pm.

03/08/2024

What a stunning gown.

29/07/2024

A service will be held for the late Mr Geoffrey Direen on Wednesday 31 July 2024 at 10am.

Condolences are extended to his family and friends.

Upcoming funeral notices in Hobart at Graham Family Funerals. Livestreams available. Join us in honoring loved ones.

25/07/2024

Get help to design your creations for your wedding tables.

24/07/2024

One should never stop learning so today I'm attending a webinar about kinship loss: supporting young people grieving the death of a special adult.

Adding skills to my work as a funeral celebrant is so important.

15/07/2024

I wonder if any funeral homes have a support cat? I know there are support cats in aged care facilities. Beautiful idea to have pets give comfort to people.

Meet Barry! He's the support dog at Drayton and Toowoomba Cemetery. He offers a welcoming wag of the tail to grieving families.

When people go into the cemetery office, they’re usually there to organise some sort of memorial for their loved one at the cemetery. It can be a tough time.

“It’s a horrible thing to have happen, to be dealing with the death of a loved one, people are bereaved, they’re upset, and then they have to create a memorial,” says cemetery coordinator Kerena McDonald.

“Barry comes in. He sits next to the people on the chair, and they pat him, and they relax."

The interaction makes a difficult time a little bit easier. Go Barry!
You can read more about Barry in my blog here: https://thebottomdrawerbook.com.au/2024/07/14/barry-the-cemetery-support-dog/

I had the pleasure of meeting him at a recent training day put on by the Australasian Cemeteries & Crematoria Association. I've met some funeral directors who have a dog in the office too. If you've got a support dog where you work, feel free to share how legendary they are in the comments. Bonus points for photos! 🐕‍🦺🐕💛
xLisa

07/07/2024

A service will be held for the late Mrs Janice 'Jan' Hall at Turnbull Funerals on Thursday 11 July at 12.30pm.

Please think of the family during this sad time. My deepest condolences to you.

27/06/2024

If you ever feel uncertain about your marriage celebrant, do your homework and check they are registered as authorised marriage celebrants.

You can check on the Attorney General's website.

We don’t love this!

A fake marriage celebrant has been sentenced for defrauding five couples in Victoria.
The Melbourne man, 31, said ‘I do’ to pleading guilty to impersonating a Commonwealth officer and performing fake ceremonies solemnising five invalid marriages between March 2022 and April 2023. All marriages performed by the offender are considered invalid.

AFP officers began their investigation after the fifth couple reported the man, as they couldn’t find his name on the register of authorised celebrants.

The man was handed a six-month Community Corrections Order (CCO) with a single condition of performing 50 hours’ of community work.

The AFP has a zero-tolerance approach to individuals committing fraud, and other forms of corruption. The AFP will continue to work with its state and Commonwealth law enforcement partners to proactively target, identify, and disrupt fraudsters who are attempting to exploit and profit from members of the community.

17/06/2024

A service will be held for the late Mr Rex Hickman on Thursday 20 June at 10am at the Graham Family Funerals chapel.

This service will be livestreamed.

Please think of the family at this sad time. My deepest condolences to you all.

Upcoming funeral notices in Hobart at Graham Family Funerals. Livestreams available. Join us in honoring loved ones.

16/06/2024

Great to network with other small businesses. It's so interesting to find what connections can be beneficial to each small business. Sometimes it's thinking outside the box.

10/06/2024

Very nice idea.

At Phillip Stephens Funerals, we believe that gardening can be a therapeutic activity to help you cope with grief and loss. Engaging with nature and nurturing plants can provide comfort, purpose, and a sense of connection during this challenging time.

Benefits of Gardening for Grief:

🌿 Emotional Healing: Gardening allows you to express your emotions and find solace in the beauty of nature.
🌿 Physical Activity: The gentle exercise involved in gardening can reduce stress and improve overall well-being.
🌿 Mindfulness: Tending to plants encourages mindfulness, helping you stay present and focused, easing feelings of anxiety and sadness.
🌿 Connection to Life: Watching plants grow and flourish can symbolise hope and renewal, offering a comforting reminder of the cycle of life.

Consider starting a garden or tending to plants in your home as a way to navigate through your grief. For more support and resources, contact Phillip Stephens Funerals.

09/06/2024

Crafting Ceremonies Day

It's a great day to be snuggled up in a warm house writing marriage ceremonies for my lovely couples. I love weaving their stories into their very personal ceremonies. Couples, there are drafts coming your way soon!

07/06/2024

A funeral service will be held today at 12.30 pm for Mr Derrick Surin.

The service will be live streamed.

Please think of the family today. My deepest condolences to you all.

01/06/2024

Great photos of a really lovely and happy wedding. Congratulations Ebony-Rose and Nick.

19/05/2024

I was at the Isle Weddings wedding expo and have a fabulous list of vendors for couples to check out.

Sassy Bo***ir Photography - classy confident portraits
Sarah Ryan Photographer
Isle Weddings
HIRED STYLE
Style My Day
Peppermint Bay
Iron Creek Bay Estate
Hobart Booth Co
Finding Happy Photography
pill marriage celebrant

Katie Palmer Photography
mozoph.weddings
media
Beni Balloons
Caked by jess

19/05/2024

Isle Weddings wedding expo ON NOW.

Come and find me at Mac2.

18/05/2024

It's on TOMORROW!
Isle Weddings wedding expo from 10am to 3pm. Make sure you come and visit me.

https://www.isleweddings.com.au/expo24/

15/05/2024

Lovely article on how to support someone who loses their pet. Pets are family too and it's devastating when we lose our fur/feather friends.

The death of a pet can be a devastating experience, leaving behind a big void in the lives of those who loved and cared for them. The deep bond formed with a pet can bring immense joy and comfort, so it is understandable when a beloved pet passes as the loss can be profound. It is disheartening that...

13/05/2024

LESS THAN A WEEK TO GO!!!!!!

Really looking forward to meeting couples at the Isle Weddings wedding expo on Sunday. Come along and meet me and start planning your special day.