Kineta Booker

Posts by Kineta Booker for Blog

Honouring the paws

Honouring the paws that touched our lives

Losing a pet is a deeply emotional experience. For many of us, pets are more than just animals—they are cherished family members, loyal companions, and constant sources of unconditional love. When they pass away, it can feel as if a part of our lives is missing.

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Wedding readings

10 Contemporary Wedding Readings

Choosing contemporary readings for your wedding ceremony can infuse your celebration with a fresh, modern touch. These readings reflect current sentiments and themes, making them perfect for today’s couples.

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Non traditional

Non-Traditional Weddings

A non-traditional wedding is any celebration that deviates from the conventional norms associated with weddings. This could mean anything from skipping the white dress through to incorporating unusual elements that hold special meaning to the couple.

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Beth Dunn

Day in the life of Beth Dunn

A day in the life of celebrant Beth Dunn. Read on to learn more!

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Bended Knee Proposals

By Kineta Booker

It’s a symbol, almost as old as time - seeing someone down on one knee, signifying that the person standing is being proposed marriage to.

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Wedding readings

Choosing the Perfect Readings for Your Wedding Ceremony

By Kineta Booker

Your wedding ceremony is a celebration of love, unity, and the start of a new chapter.

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Incorporating Te Reo

Incorporating Te Reo Māori into Your Wedding Ceremony

By Kineta Booker

As celebrants, we’re often asked by our couples to incorporate Te Reo Māori into their wedding ceremonies - and we love this! It’s such a privilege to honour and celebrate our Māori culture and heritage on such a special day.

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Baby naming

Understanding a baby naming ceremony

A baby naming ceremony is a joyful and meaningful event where parents, along with their family and friends, formally introduce their new baby and announce the child’s chosen name. Read on to learn more!

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Ring warming ceremony

What is a ring warming ceremony?

Couples are increasingly looking for unique ways to personalise their ceremonies and include their loved ones in meaningful traditions. One such beautiful and intimate practice is the ring warming ceremony.

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Vow writing

Top 3 Vow Writing Tips For Your Wedding Day

Writing vows can also be a bit daunting if putting pen to paper/fingers to the keyboard is not your thing. After hearing nearly 600 sets of vows since 2010, I’ve simmered the main ingredients down to three tasty bites of advice on how to write your vows.

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Handfasting. Credit Kirsten Smart Photography

Embracing tradition: The History and Significance of Handfasting in Wedding Ceremonies

Couples often seek meaningful rituals and traditions to incorporate into their special day and one of those rituals that has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years is handfasting. Click to read more about handfasting!

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Love knows no bounds. Credit Andrea Kewish Photography

Love Knows No Bounds

Why Couples Should Choose an Inclusive Celebrant for Their Wedding Ceremony - click to read more!

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