I have been privileged to work in inclusive, mainstream schools for 35 years. This has given me many wonderful experiences of supporting children and families with a wide variety of differences and needs. I am passionate about inclusivity, equality and equity and I always say we are all wonderfully different and amazingly the same. If you have guests at your ceremony that are Neurodivergent (ND), who are autistic or have ADHD for example, then a few adjustments could help the

Meet me... and discover why I confidently let my heart lead me into becoming a Celebrant. We make most of our decisions by using our heads and our hearts. It's about justifying to ourselves (consciously or not), that there are both logical and emotional reasons that reassure us it will be a good step to take. Becoming a celebrant is certainly a heart-driven career move for me and I'm proud that so many people comment on my caring and thoughtful nature - it's very much my natu

Your story deserves to be told, and as a Celebrant I'm here to do that in the most magical, memorable way... To be your storyteller, whether it's a story of love, life or loss, is a huge privilege for me and a responsibility I take onboard with full commitment and a full heart too. As a Celebrant, my role is to help you tell your story, or perhaps the journey of another, and weave this throughout the ceremony so that it becomes exceptionally unique, memorable and engaging. Ev

Championing diversity and inclusion as a Celebrant. My role, as your Celebrant, includes making sure that everyone feels comfortable at the ceremony, so that you don't need to worry for loved ones and can focus on the day - whether that be a joyful celebration, a time for rememberance, or both! Being inclusive can require consideration and thoughtful touches in a variety of ways, from practical issues such as wheelchair or pushchair access, to the offering of ceremonial roles

From a trusting relationship through to a beautiful day... as your Celebrant, I'm here to make the journey both bespoke and joyful. As a Celebrant, the most important aspect is to build a trusting relationship with you; that way, I will ensure the ceremony is truly bespoke and everything you hoped it would be. Indeed, it is through my enthusiasm to offer connection and support that I came up with my business name... I really do want to be 'Sue - By Your Side'! "My grandmother

Ready to celebrate for an alternative reason? Mourning a beloved pet? Whatever it is, as your Celebrant I'll help make it special and wonderfully memorable... Life brings us so many reasons to celebrate and why not make the most of every one? Even during sad times, we can take comfort from celebrating the life of a loved one or honouring a past chapter in our lives. So, with the bright tapestry of sunshine, rain clouds and rainbows in mind, I'm here as your Celebrant to help

If you're planning a ceremony and feel keen to ensure the day runs smoothly, feels special and leaves happy memories to last a lifetime, it's worth considering a Celebrant. A celebrant is a professional who is skilled in writing and public speaking – someone who tells the story in “celebration” of life’s 3 major milestones: love, life and loss. With input from the client, they write and perform unique, personalised ceremonies, such as is popular with baby naming ceremonie

Are you planning a naming ceremony in Devon or elsewhere in the South-West? Make it appropriately bespoke, special and memorable with Sue 'by your side' as your celebrant. (Foreword: A naming ceremony is not necessarily unique to a baby/child. Any person can enjoy a celebration for a re-naming or adoption etc. You may be an adult looking to mark a fresh start with a renaming ceremony, to acknowledge a personal change in circumstances, perhaps relating to gender, marriage or

Planning a funeral service in Devon or elsewhere in the South-West? Feel the heartfelt support of Sue 'by your side' as your celebrant. If you are reading this, then let me send you a virtual hug at this heart-breaking time. At the end of someone's life, those left behind have work to do – at the very point when they themselves need support. Having to make decisions when heads are numb with grief and troubled with sad thoughts, is difficult. ​ It is my job as a professional