29/03/2026
Its an interesting concept that some people think 'you aren't coping with workload' or 'you are disorganised' or 'not balancing work with life' just because they see me post things at night and work weekends.
The truth is, I am self employed and I can set my hours to suit.
Love, Life and Loss certainly does not exist on a 9 - 5 basis. I never know what the next phone call will bring.
My couples and families can connect with me whenever they need to, if I am available, I will respond, If I am not then I will respond as soon as I can - because I can and because I want to.
What people who make assumptions do not see is the behind the scenes of my work. Possibly they may not understand that creativity is also something that doesn't just switch on and off at 9 - 5 because their work is routine, schedule or template driven.
My work is completely different every single time I pick up a call or an email..............the work that follows will make EVERY single meeting and ceremony different.
So, if that means my brain doesn't want to or finds itself unable to write the right thing or create the right ritual during daylight hours then I will down tools and go for a hike or I may go shopping or to see a friend for a coffee, heck I may even stay in bed and have a good sleep until I am ready, reset and restored to create what is right.
It has been said before and I am sure it will be said again 'It doesn't matter how I get there, as long as I get there'.......... and so on that note, I shall now go to bed with a full heart after a beautiful, private ashes ceremony today, ready to deliver a Lake District wedding tomorrow in the afternoon then write a funeral in the evening after a hearty dinner.
If you ever wonder why people choose to work the way they do - just remember ............You do you, I do me and I will serve all those who trust in me to care about their ceremonies and services with a genuine passion for The Birds & The Bees - Celebrant Services, Cumbria & North West because it is not 'Just A Job' to me. xx