Barbara Densmore Professional Celebrant

Eat, Think, and be Married

May 30, 2010
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The role of rituals in weddings, and a ritual recipe for a modern couple.

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Stillborn

May 25, 2010
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When life and death happen in the same breath, how do you cope? Some ideas about the loss of a life unstarted.

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Undertaken at Home

April 30, 2010

A recent symposium on dying elicited some interesting info about the resurgence of home funerals.

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The Divorce Ceremony: Act 1

March 22, 2010

A mindful couple set the stage for their divorce and impress family and friends in the process.

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Wedding Surprise

February 12, 2010

A random act of kindness that will warm the cockles of your heart, courtesy of YouTube.

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Local Pathfinders

January 21, 2010

An introduction to some local pioneers in intentional (and alternative) celebration.

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A Four-Legged Farewell

December 31, 2009

A touching ash scattering for a beloved canine companion.

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Marking Life’s Journey

December 10, 2009

Aaron finds a way to say good-bye to Vancouver and his friends meaningfully with some personal rituals.

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Mom gets Married

December 3, 2009

Marie and John include her children in their wedding ceremony in an empowering way.

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Gino’s Memorial Tree Planting

November 15, 2009
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A local champion is honoured creatively by his family and friends in the neighbourhood.

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