Dealing with family photos stashed away in boxes

Moving house? Helping parents to "downsize" or pack up the family home? Faced with the question "what do we do with all these photos?" I have practical suggestions and hopefully motivation to make this daunting task valuable and worthwhile.......

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Cost saving ideas for weddings

Weddings on a budget don't have to LOOK cheap. Want to make your wedding unique and beautiful - while saving money? Have a look at this flax flower bouquet idea...

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"The Metcalfes" - a great venue for a wedding in the Waikato

As a celebrant I often have the opportunity to visit some incredible venues. This is a first in a series where I'll write about some of the great places and ideas for celebrations.

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Memorial Service

I recently attended a Memorial Service days after a private funeral. The family had the opportunity to express their grief and farewell their loved one in private and the memorial service allowed others to show their support and share stories. This was quite a different experience from funerals I had attended, particularly for the immediate family.

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