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TJ Thomson Celebrant, Glenrothes (2025)

13/11/2025

My bride BLOCKED me!!! 🙈 let me tell you about Laura…(blonde haired bride)

She first got in touch a while back (two years from their wedding date) and told me she had been following me for a while but Fern (her future wife) would not let her book any suppliers that far in advance…but allowed her to contact me, and guess who was already booked 🙈

Fast forward to April this year, she got back in touch to say they had brought their wedding forward to Oct and well, she thought she would chance her luck…who could say no to that!? Anyway, turns out I couldn’t find her original enquiry as the wee sh*te had actually BLOCKED me when I wasn’t available!!!!! 🤣

She confessed, we laughed about it and I had the pleasure of marrying them on Thursday at Brig O Doon.

So much bloody love in that room it melted my heart. 160+ guests all there for the right reason…celebrating true love ❤️

Mrs & Mrs Chandler - Turnbull, you are awesome. The best kind of humans and this world is a much better place for love you have for each other.

P.S. Laura, if you ever block me again, you will be off my imaginary Christmas card list! 🤣

26/10/2025

It wouldn’t be right to do one without the other…

1. When couples do their homework: stalk my socials, check out my website and read my reviews it makes me know they are invested and that my style of ceremony is what they are looking for.
2. The world does not need more content! So sharing my fellow wedding suppliers work when we have collaborated is always an honour. We are all a team on the day.
3. I can’t express the feeling you get when you know you’ve done your best for your couple. 25 hours minimum of work has gone into that ceremony and it’s a relief to know they were happy with your work.
4. I have never compared myself to others in this industry. I support all other celebrants and love to see them doing well. I have made so many friends up and down the country and grateful for all of them.
5. I feel like the proudest Maw in the room ♥️
6. FACT! They are my colleagues and dear friends and I feel so lucky to have them all in my life.
7. I love meeting new suppliers and relish that look we give each other when we know what needs to be done to make it work.
8. I’m sure they are just looking for gossip or mishaps 🤣 but it’s always nice that they care enough to ask.
9. Reviews are what makes the wedding world go round. Couples who are looking for a celebrant need them to give them comfort and confidence …and being very honest I do too ♥️

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25/10/2025

Oh that felt good to get off my chest…🤣

And could have added atleast another 10 without even trying!

1. Just doing the legal bit - This is seriously frowned upon in Scotland and on occasion celebrants have lost their legal authorisation doing so. It is not as straight forward as it seems. As a celebrant I will not agree to do just the legal sections of a ceremony.
2. Just like every other wedding supplier us celebrants have very different skills, experience and styles. Prices should and will vary.
3. It’s heartbreaking when this happens and can be very stressful for the couple. Always have a plan if the wee one gets upset during the ceremony. You will not get this moment back.
4. Have an agreement in place with your celebrant and venue for late comers. It can be very disruptive and never as simple as “sneaking in”
5. So off putting (and let’s face it rude!) also remember more often that not one of you will be wearing a microphone…everything will be picked up!
6. I will ALWAYS get out the way when required, but please remember I have an important job to do and need room to do it.
7. Groomsmen is an American term Ushers are what we call them in Scotland and more importantly they seat your guests. Make sure they know what their role is for the ceremony.
8. It’s 2025…not all weddings have a Bride…let’s be inclusive folks!

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09/10/2025

Not a chance! 🤣

If I did, I’d end up sharing everything from my life story at age three to the first time I saw a kangaroo – which, for the record, was dead on the side of the road heading to Cairns. And I’d probably wrap it all up by singing someone Happy Birthday. No one needs that in their life, 🤣

People often think we just turn up and wing it – but I can promise you, the good celebrants out there are highly trained professionals. It takes years to master this craft, and we take immense pride in what we do.

That’s why I write a full script – in my own voice, exactly how I speak – and I read it word for word from start to finish. And before the day? I practice it out loud multiple times so it flows naturally and feels effortless.

Of course, things can still come up on the day – and when they do, we need to pivot, think on our feet, and adapt in the moment. It’s all part of the job description. In short fear not I’ll save my winging it for every other part of my life 🤣
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01/10/2025

I’ve been thinking a lot about the wedding ceremony line lately, and I can’t stress enough how much it will vary from couple to couple and celebrant to celebrant! So I thought it might be helpful for me to talk about where “My line” is in the hope that it might help couples when considering if I’m a bit of them or not.

Now, I’m a lassie who loves to laugh and adores banter, but in short I’m not up for a cheap laugh at anyone’s expense. I have clear “no go zones” that are my non-negotiables:

- No politics
- No s*x
- No chat about exes or previous marriages
- No talking negatively about religion or faith
- No prejudice jokes

Swearing: I have a strict rule: one curse word per ceremony! and only if it’s a direct quote from my couple and we’ve agreed on it.

I’ve said it many times before: my wedding ceremonies are not a stand-up gig. It’s a love story, and yes, it can be told with fun and flair, but there is a line. Make sure the person telling your story knows yours. ♥️

23/09/2025

The Marriage Schedule

Think of the Marriage Schedule as the holy grail of your wedding — no schedule, no marriage!

Sometimes people call it the marriage certificate or marriage licence, but in legal terms here in Scotland, it’s officially known as the Marriage Schedule.

This is the all-important document that gets signed during your ceremony by:

Your celebrant (or whoever is conducting your marriage)

Your two witnesses

And of course, the two of you!

To get it, you’ll need to submit your notice of intent to marry, along with the relevant documents and I.D. to the registry office closest to your venue (not where you live). Don’t worry, your legal marriage officer will guide you through this part of the process.

After the wedding, the signed schedule must be returned to the same office within three non-working days so that your marriage can be legally registered. Once that’s done, your official Certificate of Marriage will be posted out to you.

Kirsty and Dean have completed the process and now are officially Mr + Mrs McCormick! 🥳
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21/09/2025

Where should a celebrant stand?

For me, it’s usually to the side — and here’s why:

A) Standing front and centre just feels… off. Mainly because I need to project my voice so the guests at the back can hear me. If I stood right between the couple, I’d practically deafen them — and no one needs that on their wedding day.

B) I’m a bit of a short arse. Even in 3-inch platform heels under my wide-leg trousers, I’m still at least a foot shorter than most of my couples. Spending the whole ceremony looking up at them (or them down at me) just feels awkward for everyone.

C) I’m VERY animated when I speak. My hands fly, I can’t stand still, and let’s be honest… my facial expressions mid-story aren’t exactly the stuff of wedding albums. Standing to the side keeps the focus where it belongs — on the couple and their photos, not me pulling faces in the background.

That said, there are moments when I step in close — giving instructions, checking in, or if a couple specifically wants me front and centre because it helps calm nerves. And of course, like every good celebrant, I always step aside for the all-important shots and those big, unforgettable moments.

So, to answer the original question — where should a celebrant stand? The truth is: wherever they feel most comfortable. Because when a celebrant is at ease, they can give their best, bring their full energy, and absolutely nail your ceremony.
📸 The very talented
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09/09/2025

TJ…we are worried that our dog will cause utter chaos during the ceremony…

Well I say…bring it on! 🤣

As long as you don’t think it would be too much for them and you have thought through the logistics I am more than happy to make/have them part of your day. They are family too 🫶

Things to thing about:

☆ Does your venue/accomodation allow dogs?
☆ Do you have a chaperone or designated person that is willing to be on dog duty?
☆ Where will they go during the meal?
☆ Do you have guests attending who have an allergy or a fear of animals?
☆ Are they good with kids and strangers?
☆ Is there a place for them to go to get shade/have time out?
☆ Will they be too much of a stress/distraction for you both?

At the end of the day you know your pet best and can make that call…I adore dogs but wouldn’t even consider having Alba there because she is a RIOT and would likely tip over the cake but Bailey (pictured) was an absolute dream at his Mum and Dads wedding and I know they wouldn’t have had it anyway other way 💙

However what I will say is…if they go running with those wedding rings you will need someone with longer legs than mine to chase after them! 🤣
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06/09/2025

Never one to support an ad…but I honestly think this is a brilliant idea!

Death and dying can be such a hard hard time for the loved ones left to pick up the pieces and make arrangements whilst grieving. It would give them great comfort knowing your exact wishes.

Having this completed for them could make a difficult time so much easier on them. I adore the letter section section 🫶

01/09/2025

Choose a Celebrant that feels/looks this way when they see you for the first time before your aisle moment…

Because they’ve taken the time to know you both so well and are fully invested in your story, your day…and they really do feel like a “Proud Maw”.

The End 💕

Lauren and Scott thank you so much for sharing this with me (and your day) I cannot wait to share the rest of them with everyone else 🫶
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15/08/2025

Dramatic…moi!?

Ok maybe just a little but the way I see it, it is my job to bring the right amount of energy to keep your ceremony flowing and your guests engaged…BUT…

Simply put, your wedding ceremony is NOT about me. I am the mere facilitator of your love story, and whilst I am a lassie who loves to laugh and adores a bit of banter your ceremony is not a stand up or a fringe show.

Getting that right takes balance, experience, communication and a whole lot of self awareness on my part.

It’s about how I add value 🫶

Thats why I have a clear process in place for my ceremonies, because ultimately I know my couples will need/want different things from me on their day.

In short don’t be nervous about telling your celebrant exactly what tone you want set…I will always be honest with you if I think you might be better suited to another celebrant or I will alter my inner dial to get that balance right for you both.

Huge thanks to Eilidh and Keith for sharing this memory with me, it’s always a glorious moment when the handfasting works first time…and should be celebrated 💕

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25/07/2025

Time off in peak season!?

Yup 😊

This is the first year since becoming a celebrant that I’ve managed to do this and I can’t wait to close down my computer, lock my folder in a drawer and turn off my social media notifications!

August 2025 couples any issues you will get me on the mobile but everything else will be replied to on my return on 14.08.25.

TJ x

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