TJ Thomson Celebrant

20/06/2025

🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️Tasha and myself have been dreaming up this project for a while! Please do share so we can reach as many couples as possible 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

11/06/2025

Every time I look at this picture all I can think is…who (in Gods name!) let me in there 🤣

Huge thanks to Laura & Dara for asking me to be part of their amazing day. They had the most fabulous childhood story that turned into forever besties and now Husband and Wife!
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05/06/2025

A huge thanks to Debbie and the Team at The Courier for asking me part of their June Wedding Special.

I won’t lie I’m not the best with these things but it certainly feels an honour to be asked when there are so many other fabulous local celebrants out there.

The wedding special will be out this weekend (7th June) so check it out if you can as it will have loads of great other info on all things Weddings in Fife and Dundee….don’t worry you can just flick past the section with my mug on it! 🙈

44-year-old TJ Thomson has officiated at more than 200 weddings since taking on the new role - including couples in their jammies and a Halloween wedding.

25/05/2025

Would you believe it if I told you that my biggest fear at school was reading out loud in front of the rest of the class…

At the time it honestly felt like an actual form of torture that would send me spiralling, so much so I would continually make up an excuse or raise my hand to go to the toilet when I knew it was my turn.

I was asked last week by a (lovely) journalist if being a celebrant came easy to me (and without sounding utterly dramatic) it got me reflecting on my life and the job I do…and I suppose on how far I have come.

In truth I don’t know how I overcame this childhood fear (or if I fully have!) however I do know surrounding myself with people who inspire and encourage me has truly helped…as well as being a tad stubborn to take on the things that might hold me back.

Do I still get the occasional panic…100%
Do I make mistakes…Yup!
Do I give myself a hard time about those mistakes….Every.single.time!
Do I let it stop me…No I don’t.

In short I think I’ve learned I’m far from perfect and even though I might not always get it perfect…I am trying my best and I am good enough.

And I hope if you are reading this that you feel the same way about yourself too 💕

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16/05/2025

The Signing Table…

Yip….basic info but still a question that does come up.

Displays: Always nice to have a wee something on the table as pictures will be taken here. Table size is also important! Too small is not practical and too big just looks awkward.

Where possible I would avoid: Real flames, oversized florals/arrangements and nothing that can be easily tipped (a drenched wedding schedule would not be the best start!)

Some venues will only supply one seat but I always think two looks better in pictures and more practical so you pair can get a wee blether together as you take it all in 💕

Oh and goes without saying if using a table cloth…less creases the better!

I will always bring a fountain pen and a blank note book to practice signatures first (those pens can be a bit tricky at times)

Please do let your celebrant know if you are left handed.
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14/05/2025

I’ll never tire of moments like these…

Yes I am there in the moment to do my job and conduct the ceremony but I at every stage I am always looking for ways to create lasting memories (planned or not!) for my couple and their beautiful wee family to look back on.

Right up to the last minute we weren’t sure if Lacey & Libby would want to take part (it’s a big ask to come into the aisle and be in front of all those people) but a wee bit of encouragement goes a long way and they done the best job wishing on their Mum and Dads wedding rings before they were exchanged.

It was all round an emotional one…💕

Claire & Jamie thank you so much for allowing me to share this here and to the very talented for capturing this precious moment.

21/04/2025

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21/03/2025

Funeral/Celebration of Life - Update

Just a wee note to say I am currently unavailable for Funeral/Celebration of life ceremonies at this current time.

I am heading into a fully booked wedding season and unfortunately do not have any capacity.

I highly recommend trying the following Fulcrum Celebrants who are all truly amazing at what they do:

Life Moments with Mary - 07919 092948

Darren Handy Celebrant - 07725 488209

Amy Webster Celebrant - 07979 942662

11/03/2025

Wedding Morning Timeline for the Grooms out there…

Very often in this industry we can get caught up with focusing on “ The Bride” side of things especially when it comes to morning prep. So here are a few things for the Groom to consider:

No matter what time you have stated on your invitations guests will usually start to arrive at least one hour before your ceremony. They are excited and ready to mingle and many Grooms will see it as their role to be there to greet them. So it’s best to work your timings back from there.

If staying off site the night before it’s worth asking your venue if a room can be made available for the Groom and his crew to get ready in. No one wants to turn up in a crumpled outfit and let’s face it getting changed in a toilet on one of the biggest days of your life isn’t ideal either! So having a designated space can make things a little more stress free.

If I have learned anything as a celebrant it’s that Kilts are not as easy as they look to get right! Plaids, shoes and socks can be a bit of a faff so it’s always a good idea to have a practice run before the day and to ask for a demonstration at the hire shop….oh and have youtube at the ready when/if you get stuck.

As a celebrant I will always be on hand to help with this and be rest assured I’ll be giving you a final check over before the ceremony starts!

It’s also worth asking for buttonholes to be left at reception (or a designated place) so they can be put on when ready….However do check with your photographer/Videoographer if they would like this moment captured. More often than not they will also want to get some shots of the Groom and his party before the ceremony so remember to ask them to cover this in your final meeting so you can let everyone know (Bestman/Groomsmen etc) what is expected of them.

Something else to think about is the Grooms entry to the ceremony. In my experience most are just happy to just walk in and take their place with the guests…however others do like to be announced or even have their own song (and why not it’s their day too!) but please do discuss this with your suppliers so we can get it right for you. 📸 ♥️

04/03/2025

Is it the brides prerogative to be late?

I am never a woman to argue with a wee tradition here and there…however this conversation and indeed situation has been a talking point of late, so I thought I’d have a wee blether about it here.

Before I start I know opinions will vary on this….but the truth is for me, there is a classy amount of late on your wedding day, and anything more than that can seriously impact on your suppliers and indeed your guests. Trust me when I say it’s hard to keep a bored crowd happy!

Also….Many Musicians/celebrants etc may have another ceremony/gig to get to…so well within their rights to leave or charge you extra for their time.

Etiquette for seating your guests for the ceremony is typically 10/15 minutes before.

We all know things happen, but I’ll be clear being a late guest is a big no for me…and don’t get me started on walking into a ceremony once it’s started! I may be small but my stare is scary (what can I say I’ve inherited it from my Glaswegian mother!) 🤣

Don’t get me wrong…I know things don’t always go to plan. I get that, and I will roll with most scenarios…and I can assure you I am well versed in dealing with a crisis!

However, whilst I personally only do one wedding a day (many celebrants do not ~ so this is definitely worth checking just in case.)

Would love to hear other peoples thoughts on this subject…you know I love a good debate and blether!

What do you think?

24/02/2025

I first met Tom Mclucas at my interview for a position as DiversiFire coordinator at Glenrothes Fife Station. I was 26 at the time and naturally thought I knew it all!

Long story short… I bluffed my through that interview, got the job and Tom became my wing man as we took on a new pilot to support “high risk” young people across Fife, to raise awareness and their self esteem through Fire Service activities.

From day one Tom called me Boss (which I detested!)…and even though he was old enough to be my Dad (he’d kill me for saying that 🤣) and had more skills in his pinky than I had yet formed in my time on the planet.

We quickly became friends and colleagues and dedicated every minute we had to making the programme a success….and I’m proud to say we done just that ♥️.

I think it would be fair to say like any known dynamic duo we had our moments and we learned to laugh at the time he would take himself away “to clean the trailer” (aka get some peace from me!) when it all got too much.

He taught me so much about myself in those three years together and I was always in utter awe of the passion he had for the fire service but also his dedication for young people…and how he saw the good in every child that crossed our path.

Today we said goodbye to one of greatest men I have ever had the privilege of knowing, a man who adored his family, his life and his career.

Tom….I am so grateful for everything, our time together, for you always treating me as your equal, picking me up and dusting me off when it got hard, and for telling me when I was being an arse (which was regularly)

They don’t make men like you anymore and this world has certainly lost one of the good ones far too soon. I will miss you. Rest easy.

Forever your “work wife”

TJ x

21/02/2025

Or does it?…I’m a big gut instinct kinda gal…

And in my experience this is no different when it comes to choosing your wedding suppliers…and I stand my convictions when I say you will know when you talk them if they are the right fit for your day or not.

They are a vital part of your wedding day and it is important you a) like them but b) you trust them to do the job you are paying them to do.

But that doesn’t mean you should go on “ The feels” alone….doing your research is an absolute must!

And that’s why….

★ Stalking their social media is essential (especially for celebrants!) we are our product and there is no where to hide who you are on here.

★ Reviews: We can all be captured by an image or product (I am the world’s worst for it!) but the truth is in this industry reviews are where our credibility and accountability come from so if a supplier doesn’t have a good selection of up to date reviews or recommendations on goggle, insta or fb…I’d be asking why!?

★ Talk to your other suppliers: Ask them if they have worked with who you are considering and ask for feedback. Your venue will also be a good source for this.

★ Professionalism: The wedding industry is big and magical place and there is a lot of amazing suppliers to choose from.

I get that it can be daunting and budget will dictate so many of your choices BUT I highly suggest that you ensure that all your suppliers issue you with a contract…and you go through it with a fine tooth comb before you sign on the dotted line or part with your deposit.

Remember contacts are there to protect you…and if something seems too good to be true…well that’s because it normally is.

In short…vibe is crucial but don’t let heart run away with your head (and yes I am fully aware of how much cliches I’ve used in this post 🙈)

TJ