Based in Aberdeenshire

Hi I'm Bryan, I was born in Aberdeen a few years ago and now live in rural Aberdeenshire where I love getting outdoors; walking and running in the surrounding countryside.

I believe life is for living so we should make the best of things.  I enjoy meeting people from all walks of life, playing piano (not very well!) and I played rugby until everyone around me became bigger, faster and more talented!

I am not a morning person and the day doesn’t begin until after a coffee.  I am tolerant of most things but I really don’t like flies - sorry flies, I know you try your best and I appreciate many of you are quite beautiful, but you come with just far too many germs!

Based in Aberdeenshire

Hi, I am Louise.  I am originally from Northern Ireland and have been living in Scotland for the past twenty-plus years or so, moving from Aviemore to Glasgow to Inverness and finally to Aberdeenshire!

In previous incarnations I have been a retail manager and a college lecturer; teaching English as a second language and drama with supported students.

I’m a busy mum of two and an even busier celebrant - I love the excitement of wedding days; all the forward planning and last minute tweaks that make it so special and, of course, the thrill of the day itself!

I like random acts of kindness, Ruby Shoes and dancing, travel and skiing, opera, theatre and live music in general.  Likewise, having my house full of family and friends with lots of food and conversation brings me the greatest of joys.

I dislike bias, meanness and inequality for any reason.  Also marshmallows – toasted or otherwise, I just don’t get them!  Bleuch!

Based in Ayrshire

Hi, I’m Karen and I live on the beautiful west coast of Ayrshire.

I’m a busy mum to two teenage daughters and, when I’m not chief cook, dish washer or taxi driver, I love nothing better than spending a few hours exploring the countryside on my bike or walking with my wee dog.

Don’t be fooled into thinking I’m fit though as I enjoy cooking and also eating my creations and I have been known to enjoy a wee glass of something in the evening while munching on a bag of crisps.

I’m a sociable person and stomped the boards of panto with my local community group for a few years … oh yes I did! (Sorry!)

Things I dislike?  Well, there are a few but rudeness and litter are up there alongside animal cruelty.

Based in Aberdeen

I am Jill Law or ‘J’Law’ in character, age 30 plus shipping and handling!

I’m a proud Scot - an equal cocktail of my mum, sophistication personified and my late beloved dad, eccentric and unashamed (minus the sideburns)! I’m mum to teenage dream Cooper.

I’ve a pretty colourful career history:- A horse lover in my younger years I attained a BSc in Agriculture at Aberdeen Uni in the hopes of becoming a stud farmer...

I worked as a researcher at Granada TV...

I co-owned and managed a children’s nursery for 20 years...

I’ve worked in event planning...

I compère at ladies’ lifestyle, wedding and children’s events and exhibitions...

I factor several properties...

I’m looking to publish my first children’s book...

A ‘Jill’ of all trades!

And now I’ve found my dream job!

‘If you find a job you love, you’ll never work a day in your life!’

I’m a self confessed mussels addict with a penchant for Calypso Coffees and chocolate to unwind. ‘Desserts’ is ‘stressed’ backwards after all!

I’m a quintessential girlie girl! I LOVE a theme - just ask my long suffering girl squad!

My guilty pleasures are Kenny Rogers music and Bond films. I’m a closet word nerd who does EVERYTHING in heels and a hopeless romantic!

...and I LOVE weddings!!!!

I’m allergic to ironing and parking.

I don’t do ‘straight cheese’. It IS a thing!

Least favourite response - ‘Out of Stock’

and

Gluten doesn’t like me! #bloat

Based in Aberdeen

I'm a born Fifer but have lived in North East Scotland for close on half a century.

After a long career working in economic development with Aberdeen City Council, working with technology, life sclence and leisure sectors, I now work as a contractor delivering Project Management for all manner of sectors.

I have four grown up children, three of whom I've managed to encourage to leave home and head out on their own adventures.  They have left behind two dogs who provide me with hours of walking pleasure around Aberdeen, at the beach or into the Aberdeenshire countryside.

I'm a keen concert goer and now wondering how to fit the growing number of postponed gigs (due to Covid) into my schedule.

On reflection there are very few things that wind me up, but I am very fond of a wee internal grumble before deciding that there are always better things to be getting on with.

Based in Aberdeenshire

Hey!  I’m Diane and I have lived and worked in Aberdeenshire all my life.  I live on the family farm with my husband of twenty four years and our two daughters who are itching to fly the nest.

I started off my working life in Aberdeen in the oil and gas industry until the girls came into our life and I decided to stay nearer home.  I spent their early years looking after them and also the local agricultural show.  I loved having the chance to see them growing up whilst being able to keep working from home.  Since they started school I have worked with apprentice engineers at the local college and I’m still there – the best job I’ve ever had.

I’m very much a people person.  I love catching up with friends and like to meet new folk with interesting things to talk about.  I travelled round the world in my youth, but still have a huge bucket list to conquer!

Living on the farm surrounded by animals and fresh air is the best and I love being able to grow, cook and eat our own produce.  I sing in a local choir and listen to all kinds of music whenever I can.  I also like nothing better than to curl up with a good book, a coffee and the cat on my knee with the fire roaring on a cold day.

My pet hate is poor manners, especially poor table manners.  I stand against any cruelty to animals and don’t ever feed me liquorice!

Based in Invernesshire

Hey folkies!

My name is Halde, and it was Caithness where I was born and raised, on a farm no less, where I spent most of my days! And I love nothing more than absolutely smashing wedding ceremonies!!! 

I love people! And all my previous vocations and adventures have all had that very thing at it's heart. And I have been around..in a good way, I hope! From playing rugby in New Zealand, ski instructing in Switzerland, mateloting (scrubbing a boat!, in France, DJing in Spain, touring in Portugal, Policing in Scotland and more, and every single one of these roles all related to people. I just love connecting with people, and if you are just a little bit crazy, I know we will get along just fine!! 

And just to mention a wee bit of my celebrant credentials; 

- First celebrant to every conduct a Humanist Ceremony in Africa 
- Opened the biggest Pride March in '19 
- First celebrant to conduct a wedding ON SKIS 
...and my celebrant wishlist includes underwater weddings and doing the nuptials whilst falling out of a plane! 

And when I ain't rocking wedding ceremonies all over Scotland, I am; 

- coaching the next generation of Scotland rugby stars 

- creating yet another cringe-worthy Tiktok video 
- hiking up a hill having left the flask of soup in the car 
- making peanut butter and banana smoothies 

...and creating memories with my family as a full-time single Dad! 

What I don't like...marzipan, missing the beginning of movies unless it's a period drama, period dramas, when you eat some coleslaw and then discover it is off...and stress. I absolutely hate stress. Which is why I never bring any when creating the most perfect wedding ceremony for ya'll."

Hi I’m Maureen! I’m Originally from Belfast, but now live in Ayr. My background is in music and I began my career as a professional opera singer, performing all over the world for many years, as a solo Soprano, both on stage and screen and across the airwaves!

After my two daughters had “fled the nest”, I opted for a new direction and change in my career, joining my Husband Derek’s Videography company, as a director and full time Wedding film maker throughout Scotland.

Whilst filming many Ceremonies, I was instantly drawn and connected to how personal, diverse and inclusive the Humanist Ceremonies were, and that was it…., I made the decision to train as a Humanist Celebrant and was delighted to obtain an acclaimed SQA Diploma in Celebrant and Public speaking… and so my journey began.

I absolutely love Weddings and to be part of your special day and all the excitement that surrounds it, is such an honour.

Away from my lap top, I enjoy long beach or wood walks with my two lovable pooches, “my assistants!”, Sam and Paddy and travelling. There’s always a new country to explore marked in my diary and cultures to appreciate. I do admit though.. to tuning in to the soaps of an evening!

I’m fun, friendly and genuinely interested in people. But one thing I dislike (and I think the majority of ladies would be with me on this one) is RAIN!! Only because my hair suddenly gets a mind of its own and my head becomes “frizz central!”. Otherwise I’m pretty easy going.

I am Fiona Macalister, a farmer’s wife from Glenbarr in Kintyre. I am the mother of 4 grown up children and granny to one special boy. I was born and brought up in Glasgow but moved to Glenbarr a lifetime ago. Every day I look out at the sea and am thankful for the views we have on our doorstep.

In a previous life I was a primary teacher and now am privileged to work as a celebrant helping couples  have their day their way. I am the treasurer of local cancer charity, the Mairi Semple Fund, a coach for our infant group at Kintyre Rugby Club and a jog leader for our local JogScotland group.

I enjoy walking our three dogs and cowrie hunting on the beach.  I like to stay fit by working out, running and doing Reformer Pilates. I enjoy travel to hot places, cocktails and catching up with friends. During lockdown I swam every day for a year in the sea in a swimsuit!

Shopping is my guilty pleasure, in stores or online, whether it’s for myself or buying for others!

I hate cruelty to people and animals. I can’t stand bullies, liars and aggressive people.

I strongly dislike bananas and milk puddings! Mice and rats are my biggest dislike!

Hi, I’m Monica. Born in Edinburgh a few decades ago, I have lived in Northeast Scotland for pretty much most of my life.

After a long and rewarding teaching career, I realised it was time to focus on some of my other passions in life - story writing, poetry, talking (and listening of course) – because who doesn’t enjoy a good blether!

While I don’t miss lugging home bags of marking, I do miss the young folk I mentored, as well as the fun and laughter that was always such a big part of my job. 

With two grown-up boys, I’m still a busy mum, wife to David and have recently welcomed a wonderful daughter-in-law into the mix. I love the happy chaos when everyone comes home to visit and the late-night catchups that never seem to make it out of the kitchen.

Being surrounded by a family of keep-fit fanatics, I try to show willing by making it into the gym now and again but reckon spending time out in the fresh air, whether on two feet or two wheels, does just as much for the body and soul (and doesn’t hurt as much either).

Wee independent coffee shops with good company (and great scones), Golden Retrievers, the cool side of the pillow (one of life’s small but often overlooked pleasures), and unexpected acts of kindness are just some of the many things that bring me joy!

A few things I’m not quite so keen on though, are noisy eaters (unless you’re a Golden Retriever), summer clothes that shrink over the winter months, oh and smelly cheese, especially the blue variety – surely nothing that smells this bad should ever pass your lips!

Hiya, I'm Brian Turriff probably more commonly known as Tufty. I was born, brought up and have stayed in Aberdeenshire for a half century and packet o butteries ! Although in my head I'm still a daft 18 year old (my sore bits and needless grunts and groans when I sit or stand tell the true story !)

I've been married to my best pal and lovely wife Heather for 34 years and have amazing 30 year old Twin Boys Jack and Bruce who are making their own way on Life's merry go round. 

We're very proud Grandparents to our Gorgeous granddaughter who melts our hearts with the cheekiest of smiles. 

Working for a Materials and Logistics Company in the Oil and Gas Industry keeps me busy Monday to Friday and I've spent most of my adult life being involved with Football, either playing, coaching or Managing for local teams. Nowadays I enjoy more leisurely pursuits of walking our dog, the odd game of cricket score golf and spending most weekends over the summer at our caravan on the beautiful Moray Coast. I also love to have my next holiday booked to give us something to look forward to. 

I absolutely love my food to my waistlines detriment, why does everything that's tasty have to be unhealthy ? and love listening to music and playing my keyboard, just Google Les Dawson Piano to see my standard of playing. 

Pet hates are rudeness, bad manners and lack of respect. Genuinely believe we should all treat as we like to be treated.

I'm absolutely buzzing to be a part of the Amazing Ceremonies Scotland Team and look forward to being a part of your special day. 

Hello, I’m Paula! Originally from the city of Edinburgh, I've found my  home in the picturesque landscape of Aberdeenshire, where I've been happily settled for the past 17 years, raising our family.

In a previous chapter of my life, I spent many wonderful years as a teacher. Each day in the classroom a new adventure, filled with enthusiastic pupils keen to learn and full of fun. Helping them grow and thrive throughout the year was always a privilege I cherished deeply. As the years flew by and ex pupils began returning as colleagues, I felt it was time to hang up the chalk and pursue other opportunities.

My life is busy, and I'm grateful for that. I’ve been married to Mike for three decades—an achievement for both of us! We have two daughters who, are now making their own way in the world, frequently returning for kitchen discos, late-night chats, and movie marathons. Our home is never quite empty, thanks to our lively cockapoo, Toby. He’s the best greeting after a long day and can always bring a smile to the grumpiest of faces. Toby and I love our long country walks, occasionally tackling the odd Corbett and Munro.

There’s so much to love in life: the quiet serenity of that first cup of coffee in the morning, the sound of deep belly laughs and ugly cries with family and friends, and the joy of a good, long walk with a bit of a climb to get your heart pumping. I fancy myself a wild swimmer, having finally mastered the art of getting into a wetsuit without breaking all my nails. Now, I just need to commit to more regular dips along the Northeast coastline—if only for the warm drink and biscuits that follow!

My world would be a better place if things left on the stairs were taken up and not walked past, kindness was viewed as a super power, and my house was self-cleaning! 

Joining the team opens a really exciting chapter for me. Having the opportunity to get to know and work with new faces, and blend my public speaking and organisational skills to play a role in couples' special days is a joy. 

So, that's me—Paula. Ready to bring a touch of fun and a lot of love to your special day with Humanity Is.

Hello, I’m Frances,

I’ve worked in many areas of health and wellbeing throughout my life and have a love of cooking.
I have two wonderful grown up adults and couldn’t be where I am without them and my husband supporting me all the way.

I founded a charity in 2022, after working as a volunteer in my community since 2018, to develop a community hub - a safe space where we can all meet up, swap clothes and recipe ideas, and just feel there is someone out there for us all to have a blether with over a cuppa.  Our community is now a charity where we work tirelessly in Cumbernauld, providing support to many in need, and I am now part-time charity manager and extremely proud of what myself and our community have achieved.

My free time is spent outdoors, with the sea and forest walks, teaching my QiGong and being at one with nature.  Being a Humanist Celebrant is, to me, a beautiful way to pass on my experience to others, who are starting their journey together. 

My recipe for a happy relationship is:

Two hearts,

A hand full each of love and kindness, and a

Bucket full of talking.

Mix this all together with much laughter

Add in the spice, as and when desired.

Remember to check flavour and temperature throughout, as we may need to adjust both as required!