Just wanted to say, what a wonderful service you performed yesterday and thank you so much. Just about everyone said so afterwards, a great celebration of a life well lived … thank you once again.
Author: douglas.duckworth
How to Harness the Power of Symbolic Actions
Wedding ceremonies tend be thought of as primarily expressed in words and written in a script prepared by the celebrant. But humans also communicate with signs, symbols and symbolic actions which have a profound and complex language of their own. For example that two-fingered salute which can mean “victory” or “up yours” depending on which… Continue reading How to Harness the Power of Symbolic Actions
Avete bisogno di un celebrante bilingue inglese/italiano nel Regno Unito?
Quando ho iniziato a lavorare come celebrante di matrimoni presso Humanists UK nel 2016, il mio obiettivo principale era celebrare cerimonie nel Regno Unito in lingua inglese. Ma avendo una casa in Puglia, nel sud Italia, mi sono anche proposta per matrimoni in Italia. Ben presto ho ricevuto prenotazioni da clienti di lingua inglese per… Continue reading Avete bisogno di un celebrante bilingue inglese/italiano nel Regno Unito?
Need a bilingual English/Italian wedding celebrant in the UK?
(Disponibile anche in italiano qui) When I first became an accredited wedding celebrant with Humanists UK back in 2016 my main aim was to lead ceremonies in the UK in the English language. But having a home in Puglia in the South of Italy I also marketed myself for weddings in Italy as well. I… Continue reading Need a bilingual English/Italian wedding celebrant in the UK?
We’re deeply grateful to Doug for his incredible work
… We’re deeply grateful to Doug for his incredible work and his sensitivity throughout the entire process. We couldn’t recommend him highly enough for anyone looking for a meaningful and personal celebration of life. (See Google Business Profile for full review)
Doug wrote a fantastic script and delivered it beautifully
Doug was compassionate, professional and personable from the start … Doug wrote a fantastic script and delivered it beautifully. We asked that humour was included, as our dad would have wanted, not an easy task. Doug got it spot on. Everyone present commented on what a great job he did.
I think you got it spot on
Good morning Doug. a few sore heads yesterday … I can’t thank you enough for everything you’ve done. I think you got it spot on. Everyone I spoke with afterwards spoke about how impressed they were with your ‘service’. It was great meeting you, thank you so much.
You set exactly the right tone
We wanted to say how grateful we are to you for leading … the service for N. From our first meeting to the service itself you have expertly guided us … You set exactly the right tone … and your words will remain part of our memories of him … thank you from the entire family.
How to find an English-speaking wedding celebrant in Italy
Italy is a fantastic place to get married with a huge choice of romantic locations and venues. From Lake Como in the North via Tuscany and the Amalfi coast to mysterious Puglia in the South. But how do you choose a celebrant to make your perfect day complete? If you’re using an Italian wedding planner… Continue reading How to find an English-speaking wedding celebrant in Italy
Doug … managed it all with … skill, care and balance
Doug faced a tight deadline and had a tough job as the funeral service involved two families with different religious expectations – but he managed it all with exceptional skill, care and balance. His suggestions and guidance were excellent and we felt in safe hands. We’ll always remember Doug fondly.