Mel Gordon Independent Celebrant

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Mel Gordon Independent Celebrant

I create unique and bespoke ceremonies for all of your special occasions. Weddings, namings, funerals, vow renewals, celebrations of life.

Based in Wiltshire, happy to travel.

27/07/2024

I had a go at stone carving today with Gray's Stone Carving Studio at The Salisbury Museum I really enjoyed it and, although I’m not a natural with this, I am rather pleased with my first attempt.

07/07/2024

Today is Thank you day and I’m sending out a big thanks to all the Funeral Directors and their teams that I work with. I have seen their dedication. I have seen their care. An extraordinary group of people that I am proud to call colleagues and friends.

28/06/2024

Summertime at Minstead Lodge ☀️

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27/06/2024

On Tuesday we said goodbye to our Number One, all round good boy, Caber. Caber changed our lives. He was a dream to be with from the start. He preferred cuddles over everything (even food!!) He was a doddle to train. He was handsome with the softest coat you could imagine. He never barked, but he was verbal in so many other ways. He could hold conversations with his meaningful grumblings if something upset him. He would make chimp noises at passers by and sing like he was in a choir. He helped to fund our skiing addiction with his stud fees. He was so amazingly easy and joyful to live with that that we became a two, then three dog household with two of his sons from two different litters (his boys are still looking for him today). He was so loveable, loving and loyal and we miss him terribly.
Rest easy Mr Gingerton. The best pup in the world 🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡

22/06/2024

These are the pups that help me process my days. I love dogs and if you want your four legged friends included in your ceremonies, I’m more than happy! Here we have Caber at the back, Woody on the left and Acer on the right. Include your best friends! 🐾🐾🐾🧡🖤🧡

19/06/2024

It was my pleasure to meet Tam and Henry of Gray's Stone Carving Studio today. They specialise in the design and production of memorials and inscriptions, and their work is exquisite. I could have spent all day talking to them and putting my hands on all the work in their studio. They also teach stone carving (YES I am tempted!). They have set up a Positive End of Life Network with the aim of talking, collaboration and getting information out to people on the options they have after death. Exactly what I try to do, so it was a breath of fresh air for me. Look them up. You’ll be blown away too!

19/06/2024

I often update my website. Take a look!

Let me create a memorable occasion for you. Celebrate those milestone moments in style with our unique and bespoke ceremonies for weddings, namings, funerals, and celebrations of life.

29/05/2024

A sparkle of celebrants. Salisbury celebrants to be precise! Collaboration over competition! It was fab to meet up with these guys last night. David Linaker - The Celebrant Amanda Brockway Celebrant Civil Celebrant: Jane Arnold

25/05/2024

MAY BANK HOLIDAY – 24th MAY 2024
Over the May Bank Holiday Weekend our funeral homes will be closed, but our teams will be fully contactable by
phone or email.
Phone: 01722 744691

For bereavement support contact National Bereavement Service

21/05/2024

Today we said farewell to a young person who was part of a close knit family and loved pink. 🩷 The chapel was overflowing and the love was tangible. I felt incredibly privileged to be part of their au revoir. 🩷💕

12/05/2024

To help spread awareness of natural burial grounds and to assist families in making an informed decision, the Association of Natural Burial Grounds will be posting a series of facts about natural burial grounds over the coming months. Keep an eye out for these interesting facts!

08/05/2024

Language is empowering. These words may not be familiar to you, but it is not a secret language!

**Dying Matters Awareness Week 2024**

This year’s theme, ‘The way we talk about Dying Matters’, focuses on the language that we use, and conversations we have, around death and dying.

Our funeral glossary can help you understand the terminology associated with funerals, burial, cremation, memorial masonry, and estate planning.

Visit www.funeralpartners.co.uk/help-advice/a-z-glossary-of-funeral-terms/ to explore and gain clarity on unfamiliar terms.

07/05/2024

This is Me! I'm available for weddings, namings, funerals and celebrations of life. Whatever the occasion, I will create and deliver a unique and bespoke ceremony that reflects you and your values. Contact me! I'm always happy to chat!

03/05/2024

Many do, but do you?
Do you think talking more openly would lessen the fear of death and the process of funerals?
I'm really interested to know your thoughts. DM me if you prefer not to post publicly.

01/05/2024

A farewell today for a man who worked the land. The Order of Service and wreath featured wheat-as did the brooch I wore for the ceremony. 🌾💚🚜

01/05/2024

Oh yes!!

26/04/2024

Your Wedding Day should be perfect for you. I can help you realise your dreams by creating and delivering a ceremony that will contain everything that is important to you and in a style that suits you. Contact me for a no obligation chat. Let's make it magical! [email protected]
www.melgordoncelebrant.co.uk

26/04/2024

I’ve got a busy time coming up next week and today is all about putting the finishing touches into the ceremonies I have written. I’ve met some amazing and beautiful families recently and I feel so lucky to be able to do this wonderful work. 💙🩵💜

17/04/2024

Ready for the farewell ceremony of an avid AFC Bournemouth supporter. He is making his final exit in his football shirt. ⚽️❤️⚽️❤️

16/04/2024

I'm always here if you have any enquiries. It will be my honour to create any type of ceremony you require.

15/04/2024

I'm updating my website. Web design is NOT my forte! Any feedback would be much appreciated!

Create unique and bespoke ceremonies for weddings, namings, funerals, and celebrations of life.

10/04/2024

I prefer to meet my clients face to face, but that isn’t always possible. I had a first meeting this morning and, because of geography, it had to be online. We still got to see each other and get to know each other and I gathered the information I needed to start putting a fitting ceremony together.

03/04/2024

I was pleased to find this accessory for my most recent funeral ceremony. I always try to add something to my outfit to symbolise the Guest of Honour. We were celebrating the life of a unique individual who kept pet spiders and the dress code was to wear some blue. 🕷️💙

02/04/2024

28/03/2024

It was great to meet up with another local celebrant for a coffee and natter. Collaboration over competition!

26/03/2024

Writing days. I never thought I would love the writing aspect of my job as much as I do. At school, college and uni I dreaded the thought of essays. Now I relish the times when I can just sit down and write. The words often tumble out and will need editing. Often I write too much! So here I am, putting the finishing touches on a couple of upcoming ceremonies.

25/03/2024

Kind words. I am so pleased to know that I was able to do this.

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Some people are surprised by my work and ask how I can do it. Of course I feel sadness for the family and friends that are bereaved, but the overwhelming emotion I feel when talking to them is their love and respect for their person. And that is beautiful.

I haven’t posted a reading recently, so here’s a lovely poem by EE Cummings. It’s called: I carry your heart with me (I carry it in my) Do you like it? Would you use it? ❤️🩵🧡💚 #melabrant #wiltshirecelebrant #salisburycelebrant #celebrantledceremony #celebrant #weddingideas #poetry #spokenwordpoetry

Did you know this? #CelebrationOfLife #funeralchoices #melabrant #salisburycelebrant #celebrantledceremony #celebrant #funeral #wiltshirecelebrant

Meanderings. Let me know your thoughts on this.

The F bomb was dropped by myself and Lily Allen in a ceremony. They suited the family and the deceased. I’m all for it, when it suits the mood and feelings. Thoughts on this? #melabrant #celebrantledceremony #funeralchoices #celebrationoflife #salisburycelebrant #funeral

A celebration of life today, followed by a committal at a beautiful and serene woodland burial ground. #melabrant #celebrantledceremony #funeralchoices #celebrant #celebrationoflife

The vast majority of funeral work I do is cremations. There are burials every now and then and I do natural burials as well. Why do you think this is? Is it the expense? (Burials can actually be cheaper than cremations) Is it the space? (Council cemeteries are filling up, but natural burial grounds are increasing) Is it the upkeep? Let me know your thoughts on what you would prefer and why. #funeralchoices #funeral #celebrant #melabrant #celebrantledceremony #celebrationoflife #salisburycelebrant #wiltshirecelebrant

Just giving a gentle nudge to do this…#askthequestion #lifestory #whatdidyoudo #familyquestions #melabrant #wiltshirecelebrant #ilovemyjob #walkingthedog #celebrantledceremony #funeralcelebrant #celebrationoflife #salisbury

So, it seems dog walks are when I process my day…#peoplearegood #melabrant #wiltshirecelebrant #funeralcelebrant #ilovemyjob #walkingthedog

Today’s ceremony. How should I take this?!?! 😂

I learn a lot when I talk to families about their person. Little gems of wisdom are bestowed upon me. The most important thing I’ve learned is not to waste time. What do you think about the views of this person? I’m the same and have been for a few years now and my life feels much better as the result of it. Maybe I’m wrong. What do you think? #melabrant #wiltshirecelebrant #celebrantledceremony #funeralcelebrant #dontwastetime #thisisnotarehearsal #behappy #banishnegativity

A funeral poem that you may be familiar with. ‘Do Not Stand at my Grave and Weep’ is a classic and beautiful poem that tells us that death is not the end. The soul, spirit and character of your lost loved one can still be felt in the world. #funeral #melabrant #wiltshirecelebrant #salisburycelebrant #funeralcelebrant #independentcelebrant #celebrationoflife #celebrantledceremony

Today I am reading a Buddhist funeral poem that I think is rather beautiful. It is called ‘Oneness’ and is by the poet Thich Nhat Hanh. #funeral #melabrant #wiltshirecelebrant #salisburycelebrant #celebrantledceremony #funeralcelebrant

A fab poem that is suitable for both a wedding or a funeral. Short, simple and to the point. Please forgive the background noise. It’s one of my dogs having a jolly good scratch! 😂💙💜💚

A perfect reading for a vow renewal ceremony. Are you ready to proclaim your love again? Let me create something magical for the occasion. DM or email to arrange a no obligation chat. [email protected] #wiltshirecelebrant #salisburycelebrant #bespokeceremony #celebrantledceremony #melabrant #independentcelebrant #vowrenewal #vowrenewalceremony

The Art of Marriage by Wilferd Peterson (yes, that is the correct spelling!) A good wedding ceremony reading. But do you agree? #salisburycelebrant #wiltshirecelebrant #bespokeceremony #celebrantledceremony #weddingreading #weddingceremony #theartofmarriage

Many do, but do you? Do you think talking more openly would lessen the fear of death and the process of funerals? I'm really interested to know your thoughts. DM me if you prefer not to post publicly.