Lois Heckman Celebrant

06/07/2026

Today I was honored to officiate a baby welcoming ceremony for the second time for this couple. For the big brother we had a water ritual and now for their second child we used rose petals. The grandparents, godparents, brother and then parents ‘showered’ her with the petals after agreeing to continue to love and support her. It was awesome. Thank you Kellly & Justin!

06/02/2026

05/25/2026

It was inspiring to officiate at Columcille Megalith Park this morning making use of the spaces by having different parts of the ceremony at different locations. Congratulations to Jason and Jessica.

05/22/2026

At the always beautiful with this charming couple today.

05/16/2026

This gift article speaks to the importance of rituals. For those interested in my work as a celebrant I hope you take the time to read this.

We crave connection. We’re inventing ways to find it.

04/30/2026

one of my favorite things to do is to create rituals that really resonate for couples… this couple enjoys Legos - yes grown ups do play with Legos - so I created a ritual where they exchanged hearts and placed them to finish the Lego model. notice that penguins mate for life also. photos: MartinMillerPhotography Blue Mountain Resort

04/03/2026

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04/01/2026

to all who celebrate - have a wonderful holiday season.