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Words and how many are needed to wed!
Every couple I meet up with to help marry write a new chapter in my life's memoirs. Marrying people though, is never about me as the...
John Carey - Celebrant
Jul 1, 20222 min read


Cyclones, Clouds and COVID were not invited!
Johnathan and Eloise's interstate wedding planning started midway through 2021 with fingers crossed tightly, that the Qld border would be...
John Carey - Celebrant
Jan 15, 20222 min read


Rain..no problem!
Home for Keith and Kylie is near Barkers Creek, Nanango and anyone familiar with this location knows how quickly it can become an inland...
John Carey - Celebrant
Nov 28, 20211 min read


Want more pink hats or blue?
See that silly look on my face? It's the look a celebrant gets when that moment arrives in a ceremony when two special people slip the...
John Carey - Celebrant
Jan 31, 20212 min read


Destiny or coincidence?
Back before they were old enough to know much more than 1 + 1, Meagan and Kieran stood together in their primary school band photo! At...
John Carey - Celebrant
Nov 30, 20201 min read


Google has never been to Paradise Creek, and now I know why!
I am a "country boy" by birth, and heart! Steph and Sam's opening line in their very helpful instructions to find their wedding venue was...
John Carey - Celebrant
Nov 23, 20202 min read


Behind the scenes on 101020
The day began with a healthy application of 50+ sunscreen for this celebrant's fair Irish skin! Yes, with the slightest expression of...
John Carey - Celebrant
Oct 11, 20202 min read


Would you drive "an Ancient Toyota" to your first date?
I smiled internally when Stephen and Amy shared the simplicity of their first date with me, because I to, also picked up my "Her Majesty"...
John Carey - Celebrant
Oct 5, 20202 min read


He cried...
COVID-19 sank Kilah and Jack's original plans to gather their whole tribe together at their grandparents property to celebrate their...
John Carey - Celebrant
Sep 26, 20202 min read


2020....you are quite something!
Here we are the second last day of August 2020, the beginning of the old normal's busy wedding season! Right? Well, sort of! 2020 is...
John Carey - Celebrant
Aug 30, 20202 min read


There is "a touch" that can say it all!
If all the words needed to express pride and support between generations could be packaged, I was honoured to witness it in one single...
John Carey - Celebrant
Mar 10, 20201 min read


Pull Over... There is bush tucker here!
I first met Carmen and her delightful mum Aunty Pam just under 12 years ago! My Monday to Friday job brings me into contact with so many...
John Carey - Celebrant
Mar 3, 20201 min read


2+2+1 = Elopement
The diversity of experiences celebrants enjoy is summed up in this moment caught on camera! Little miss, and her brother were so pleased...
John Carey - Celebrant
Feb 15, 20201 min read


2019 ..... in the mirror!
2019 is nearing an end! A huge thank you to all the couples and families who asked me to help provide marriage, naming ceremony, renewal...
John Carey - Celebrant
Dec 27, 20192 min read


He still opens her car door....and cooks!
The parents didn't need a second invitation to jump in for extra hugs as they overwhelmingly offered their support for Evan and Danica's...
John Carey - Celebrant
Nov 24, 20191 min read


Before Tinder there was “Thirsty Thursday”!
“Thirsty Thursday’s“ a thing in Kingaroy where people socialise over a few drinks with friends, and make new ones! In Mitch and...
John Carey - Celebrant
Nov 18, 20191 min read


A Car fit for a Country Chapel!
There is a car for every wedding... well except when a horse is involved! I have to admit I love a stunning older car and a fine horse! I...
John Carey - Celebrant
Oct 12, 20191 min read


Bride & Boii
Boii, along with all his "fellow pets" who enjoy an abundance of daily attention at "The Kabra Cabin" managed to sneak some extra...
John Carey - Celebrant
May 11, 20191 min read
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