Hi everyone and welcome to another edition of The Wedding Wombat. Last week I travelled for a destination wedding. The couple were from Newcastle but chose the beautiful Kangaroo Valley as the spot for their glorious wedding. I was very honoured to be chosen to be their celebrant and MC and help them create the most perfect day. Ebony and Danielle had a great love story and the weather was perfect! Today’s episode is a must listen if you are planning a destination wedding or if you are looking for a stunning venue within driving distance of Sydney, Canberra, Wollongong, Central Coast  or Newcastle- why not consider Wildwood in Kangaroo Valley. Today we are talking with their fabulous wedding coordinator, Charlie and it is a great conversation you won’t want to miss. 

Wildwood is located at 407D Bendeela Rd, Kangaroo Valley NSW

Phone Charlie at  0406 995 332

Visit on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/wildwoodKV/

Or Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/wildwoodkangaroovalley/?hl=en

Visit online at https://www.kangaroovalleycountrywedding.com.au/

Need to contact Margie? Here's how-

Call 0424 041212 or email margie@metamorphis.com.au
Visit the website at http://www.metamorphis.com.au
Visit the Metamorphis Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/MetamorphisCeremonies

In this episode of the Wedding Wombat, we are talking with Paul Godden from Angel Wedding Videos. Angel Wedding Videos is an amazing wedding videography business providing wedding video services and they believe in ‘Preserving ALL the special moments of your wedding day for a lifetime'. Paul is a professional videographer with 20 years of experience and is passionate about what he does and why you should have a videographer for your special day.

You can contact Paul at Angel Wedding Videos in the following ways-
Phone Paul on 0427 948 950
Visit the website at http://angelweddingvideos.com/
Visit on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Angel-Wedding-Videos-367573963393638
Email Paul at paul_godden@hotmail.com

Need to contact Margie? Here's how-

Call 0424 041212 or email margie@metamorphis.com.au
Visit the website at http://www.metamorphis.com.au
Visit the Metamorphis Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/MetamorphisCeremonies

Welcome back! This new episode of The Wedding Wombat includes a great chat with Charlie and Ashleigh from the amazing Linton Gardens. Linton Gardens has established an excellent reputation for friendly & professional service and value for your wedding on the Central Coast. They have been doing exciting renovations and are having a Bridal Fair to celebrate including a $6000 wedding giveaway! Lots of info and ideas in this episode plus a new segment- Rapturous Readings! 

To contact Charlie or Ashleigh from Linton Gardens, call (02) 4372 1444 or email info@lintongardens.com.au or visit them at 611 Wisemans Ferry Rd, Somersby NSW.

Find them on social media at https://www.facebook.com/LintonGardens.com.au.

Visit the Bridal Fair- here's the details:

Cost: FREE
Time: 11am- 2pm
Location: Linton Gardens, 611 Wisemans Ferry Rd, Somersby, NSW

Want to chat to Margie about being your Celebrant and MC at Linton Gardens?
Call 0424 041212 or email margie@metamorphis.com.au

Visit the Metamorphis Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/MetamorphisCeremonies

On this episode of The Wedding Wombat, we chat with Eddie Rice about his newly released book "Short Speeches, Big Impact" and get the best tips and tricks to help parents, bridal parties and couples navigate the reception speeches with ease!
Grab your pen and paper because this episode is practical and supportive or better yet, grab a copy of Eddie's book which is a veritable goldmine for anyone giving a toast anywhere- including weddings!

Buy the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Toast-Short-Speeches-Big-Impact-ebook/dp/B09VQTW746

Visit Eddie on his site: https://www.ricespeechwriting.com

Need a kickass celebrant and/or MC? Call Margie on 0424041212.

Or visit http://www.metamorphis.com.au  

https://www.facebook.com/MetamorphisCeremonies  

https://www.linkedin.com/company/metamorphis-ceremonies

In this episode of The Wedding Wombat, we explore options for unique weddings with a geeky bent! Yes, that's right if you love Star Wars, Dr Who or a Trekkie, this is the episode for you! Or maybe you love your Joss Whedon or are a fantasy fiend- there is something for every geek in this episode... and if I miss your particular passion, let me know and I'll include options in a follow up episode.
I share some of my favourite readings and quotes for including in your wedding to add extra personalisation.
As you may know, I'm a celebrant with Metamorphis Ceremonies and I specialise in personalised ceremonies and my favourite compliment after a wedding is "Oh! It was SO THEM!!!!"
Enjoy this episode and contact me if you want me to flick you a copy of any of these readings.
Contact me these ways-
Phone me on 0424041212
Email me at margie@metamorphis.com.au
Visit or DM me through http://www.metamorphis.com.au

 https://www.facebook.com/MetamorphisCeremonies

This special Valentine's episode of the Wedding Wombat is all about relationships. All relationships have times when they are HOT and times when they are NOT... so in this episode, we talk about how to have healthy relationships- even during the wedding planning process and how to make sure your marriage is happy and loving.

Margie McCumstie from Metamorphis Ceremonies talks with Beck Thompson. Beck is an award-winning Dating & Relationship Coach, number 1 international best-selling author and the owner and founder of The Relationship Circle - a no BS relationship coaching that digs deep, gets to the truth and supports you in creating new behaviours and patterns that reenergise and revitalise your relationship as well as create resilience – reconnecting strong bonds that make you feel whole again. 
Working with individuals or couples, Beck supports you to uncover the real issues and find strategies to reconnect and build relationship resilience. She can help you find your way to a more loving, compassionate relationship that remains true through any of life’s storms.
Drawing on over 10 years in counselling, social work and life coaching, Beck’s no nonsense, deep approach seeks to understand what’s happening for you and your partner now.   Beck works with you to identify the issues and change behavior patterns for each person in a compassionate and loving way which allows you to find your way back to each other.  With honesty, openness and support, Beck will help you reestablish strong bonds that can endure life’s challenges. 

To reach Beck please go to www.therelationshipcircle.com

www.facebook.com/therelationshipcircle

www.instagram.com/the_relationship_circle

To shed before you wed.... or not?

This month we discuss the pressure to lose weight to fit a dress on the day and our podcast guest is the fabulous Stel Coombe-Heath from Wholesome Lifestyle Project. Stel is a binge eating and emotional eating recovery specialist and  the #1 authority in helping busy women stop binge eating. She is on a mission to help a million women have a better relationship with food and their body. Stel struggled with a disordered relationship with food and her body for over 13 years, battling two eating disorders, body dysmorphia and emotional eating. She is now passionate about a future where women and young girls are no longer ashamed of their bodies. Stel is a compassionate and resilient woman with an important message to share.
Here's how you can contact Stel, join her communities, buy her book or participate in her workshop:
Buy her book here- https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B09HFXWZKW
Join her workshop- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/compassionate-eating-movement-mindset-workshop-tickets-231026485437
Follow on Insta- https://www.instagram.com/wholesomelifestyleproject/
Join the facebook community- https://www.facebook.com/groups/crushyourhealthgoals

This month's Wedding Wombat Wisdom comes from an amazing article by Kelsey Miller called "8 Ways To Be A Body Positive, No-BS Bride". Here's the link to read the entire article (it is great)- https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2017/04/151007/brides-body-image-wedding-dress

Contact Margie directly on phone- 0424041212, email – margie@metamorphis.com.au or via Messenger through the facebook page www.facebook.com/MetamorphisCeremonies. Metamorphis Ceremonies can also be found on Instagram at www.instagram.com/metamorphis_ceremonies/

Big thanks to Braeden Osland from Braeden Osland Music for editing the Wedding Wombat podcast each month. Braden is a talented music composer and can be contacted via his website- https://www.braedenoslandmusic.com.au/ or via his facebook page- https://www.facebook.com/braedenoslandmusic

I acknowledge that this podcast has been produced on the traditional country of the Awabakal people and pay respect to all Elders past, present and emerging, for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across the nation.
I extend my respect to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander listeners. I am honoured to acknowledge that this podcast has been created on Aboriginal land and recognise the strength, resilience and capacity of our First Nation’s people.
 
 

Hello my friends and welcome to another episode of The Wedding Wombat and the last one for the year 2021! 

It has been another tough year for everyone planning their weddings and equally for all of us working in the wedding industry! 

In this episode, we are looking back at the last two years and counting down the Top 5 most popular episodes and some of the wisdom from each.

To work this out, I looked at all the listener stats and downloads and divided each by the number of months to make it fair. We have had some great episodes and really interesting guests... which episodes do you think will be in the Top 5? You might be surprised. I know I was...

Enjoy this episode and have a wonderful Christmas and a safe new year. Let's hope 2022 that is easier for weddings.

Here’s the links to my playlist with all 25 entry songs-
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5yykWiU14oFbwcM1o3AAAN?si=z-BGWdS-Tr-Fh8ZEqrHnaA

Here’s the link to my playlist with all 10 exit songs-
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/73yoQixTUgiBNRmYVsvQ3L?si=38oaTuLkRMWLG7Xh7zbExQ

Contact Margie directly on phone- 0424041212, email – margie@metamorphis.com.au or via Messenger through the facebook page www.facebook.com/MetamorphisCeremonies. Metamorphis Ceremonies can also be found on Instagram at www.instagram.com/metamorphis_ceremonies/

Thanks to Braeden Osland from Braeden Osland Music for editing the wedding wombat podcast. Braeden can be contacted via https://www.braedenoslandmusic.com.au or on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/braedenoslandmusic

Welcome back after lockdown and restrictions! Weddings are back and so are we! This is a bumper episode with not one, but two great guests!
This episode we speak to the charismatic Wayne Lennan. Wayne is a specialist in advising, creating and servicing Risk Insurance Programmes (Life Insurance, Income Protection, Keyman Insurance, Partnership Protection) for individuals, families and businesses. He is the owner of Insurance for Living located in Newcastle but servicing people Australia wide. Wayne says "I believe that my clients and their families should be able to live with the peace of mind knowing that they will be looked after financially in the event of illness, accident or death. I see myself as their personal financial life saver…"
Wayne can be contacted on 0412494243 or 02 49256125 and email him at
wayne@insuranceforliving.com.au. Visit his website at https://www.insuranceforliving.com.au.
We also speak to the fabulous Genevieve Dennis from Easy Name Change. Gen has some interesting stats and information about changing your name and explains how her business helps couples do it... stress free! Did you know the typical bride has an average of 22 organisations to change names with? And most companies require the same repetitive information, completed on various forms, all sent to different addresses? That's where Easy Name Change comes in!

Easy Name Change are a technology company that streamlines the process of creating custom personalised notifications for over 2,000 organisations around the world. Just select your companies and provide some brief personal information, then they'll provide customised paperwork ready for you to sign and send. Where the customer doesn't yet have their new name sorted they also provide the necessary forms and explain the process.

Easy Name Change quickly grew to offer personalised kits in the UK, Canada and New Zealand. In 2012 Easy Name Change launched in the USA. All programming and development is done in house and they employ a team of research assistants to keep global databases up to date.

Geneivieve can be emailed at  gen@easynamechange.com  and her website is very helpful- visit https://www.easynamechange.com/au/

As always, I'm available for assistance, enquiries, feedback and bookings. Call 0424041212 or email margie@metamorphis.com.au. Visit http://www.metamophis.com.au or join the fun on the Metamorphis Ceremonies facebook page- https://www.facebook.com/MetamorphisCeremonies

Thanks for listening and being part of the Wedding Wombat community!

In this episode, we chat with Julie Newman from award winning business Hunter Valley Tours, who run affordable and accessible tours in the Hunter Valley... and so much more!

We had a few audio technical issues with this episode but persevere- especially if you are planning a pre-wedding event in the Hunter Valley or need transport on your wedding day.

Visit them at https://www.hvtours.com.au/
Phone Julie on 0456737888 or email to enquire about booking availabilities and pricing at info@hvtours.com.au

In 2020, one of the most popular and listened to episodes was my 25 entry songs worth considering. So many of you loved the collection of entry songs and reached out wanting a follow up episode of exit songs… so here it is!

Here’s the link to my playlist with all 25 songs-
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/73yoQixTUgiBNRmYVsvQ3L?si=38oaTuLkRMWLG7Xh7zbExQ

Contact Margie directly on phone- 0424041212, email – margie@metamorphis.com.au or via Messenger through the facebook page www.facebook.com/MetamorphisCeremonies. Metamorphis Ceremonies can also be found on Instagram at www.instagram.com/metamorphis_ceremonies/

Thanks to Braeden Osland for editing the wedding wombat podcast.

In this short but sweet episode of the Wedding Wombat, we are exploring options for bonbonierre or wedding favours for the budget conscious bride. Is it possible to have a special little gift for your guests without breaking the budget? My answer is yes! 

And each of the Top 5 come in UNDER $2!

Here's the links mentioned in the show-

http://www.wholesaleweddingsuperstore.com.au

https://www.weddingstar.com.au

https://www.kmart.com.au

https://www.theweddingemporium.com.au

https:///www.myweddingwish.org/

http://metamorphis.com.au/making-wedding-wishes-come-true/

Hello and welcome to the first episode back in 2021 after a well earned break! So much has happened since we last chatted and we will get into that in today’s show. Plus, we talk with 3 wedding vendors who have joined with me to create something rather special- today’s episode has some big ideas about micro weddings. 

We made it 2021 and things look to be improving. Trump is gone and covid 19 seems to be on the decline. Dancing is allowed again and wedding restrictions are being lightened. We still can’t have overseas guests but things are getting easier.

And my news? Well, my book BeLoved has been released and become an Amazon best seller and at the launch party, my long term partner proposed, so now I’m a fiancée too! Ah, the joys of planning, hey?! 

Like so many of you, I’m thinking a smaller, more intimate wedding might be the way to go. And today on the Wedding Wombat, we chat with a unique and special venue that has just opened it’s doors for micro weddings and offering packages that include accommodation, photography, celebrant and catering if needed. If you haven’t chosen your venue yet, this episode is going to uncover an absolute gem!

The gorgeous photos were taken by Deb Carr and here is a link to her profile piece about the venue- https://www.northcoastnswlifestyle.com.au/post/north-arm-cove-airbnb-5-bedroom-home?fbclid=IwAR1CybiM7jYOtTC1xfeS5Rsx-45ysrk-uk8YH_ch6r0_OhTAls_afIW9bTQ

 Contact Adrienne Francis for details on micro wedding packages- 
adrienne@adriennejfrancis.com
Phone: 0409985299

The vendors joining together to make your micro wedding special are:

Isabella Francis from Bella Franxis Media. Check out Bella's work on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/bellafranxismedia/?hl=en

Amanda Suffell from Eat ME Catering. Visit them on Facebook here:
https://www.facebook.com/eatMECateringprivatechef
or at
https://www.eatmecatering.com.au/?fbclid=IwAR2-Rjo51W6NIfVSQvv8WVSWYHVxAmiaQ508_G8SBs-nQ_JfvgZaOrF1B8E

and Margie McCumstie from Metamorphis Ceremonies. Visit Margie on Facebook at 
https://www.facebook.com/MetamorphisCeremonies
or at
http://www.metamophis.com.au

We celebrated National Celebrant's Day in the Newcastle are with a fancy breakfast with guest speakers and networking, prizes and lots of fun! It was a great chance to catch up and celebrate our work and passion for what we do after such a hard year. 

In this episode, I catch up with a few of my Celebrant friends for a chat and we give advice for couples for their big day! Thanks Fiona, Rhonda and Jeremy- you guys rock!

In this episode, we chat with Allison Ockenden from Today, Tomorrow and Always. Allison is a DNA artisan and creates jewellery, wedding rings, memorial objects... and so much more!

Today Tomorrow & Always was officially launched on September 18, 2018 by accredited artisan and mother of four, Allison Ockenden. After experiencing the loss of her fiancé, Allison founded Today Tomorrow & Always in his honour - letting him live on in her heart and hands as she crafts each precious and entirely unique keepsake.  

Motivated by her four beautiful children (and one furbaby), Today Tomorrow & Always was created with the vision of helping others celebrate life, love and loss. Cherishing births, relationships and marriages as well as commemorating the life of lost loved ones by creating memories you can hold and admire. ​

Allison's goal is to create a priceless mementos to represent any memory you have from times throughout your life, because life holds so many precious moments that deserve to be re lived again and again.

Visit their website at https://www.todaytomorrowalways.com.au/
Check them out on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TodayTomorrowAlwaysDNA or join their group at  https://www.facebook.com/groups/417292008813147/?ref=share
Here they are on Insta: https://www.facebook.com/groups/417292008813147/?ref=share

Want to buy Margie's book or meet her at an event? Details to come!

In this episode, we explore something that scares a lot of people- Public Speaking! Speeches are a part of most wedding receptions, but they can seem pretty scary! They don't have to be.

Host of the Wedding Wombat, Celebrant and MC, Margie gives some easy to follow tips to make wedding speeches a breeze!

Margie is an award winning Celebrant, MC and Speaker and loves her role, being passionate about celebrating love in meaningful, memorable and magical ways! Contact Margie directly on phone- 0424041212, email – margie@metamorphis.com.au or via Messenger through her facebook page www.facebook.com/MetamorphisCeremonies. Metamorphis Ceremonies can also be found on Instagram at www.instagram.com/metamorphis_ceremonies/

Wedding Rehearsals. Are they really necessary?

Well, yes. And no.

In this episode of The Wedding Wombat, we look at rehearsals and help couples work out if they need one or not.

Looking for a unique celebrant who will help you feel relaxed and comfortable so you can enjoy your special day?

Contact Margie from Metamorphis Ceremonies today.
Phone: 0424041212
Web: http://www.metamorphis.com.au
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MetamorphisCeremonies
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/metamorphis_ceremonies/
Email: margie@metamorphis.com.au

In this episode of The Wedding Wombat, we look at traditions in the lead up to a wedding and whether we need to consider their patriarchal influences. Keep, embrace, question or smash the patriarchy? Your choice- but whatever you choose, this is an important conversation to have and consider.

We mostly focus on heterosexual couples in this episode as same-sex couples already navigate these questions to suit them already, whilst straight couples have tradition and expectation to potentially rebel against or adjust to be real for them!

As always, we love your feedback and reviews. Share this podcast so we can help as many couples planning their big day! 

Margie from Metamorphis Ceremonies can be contacted on 0424041212 or email margie@metamorphis.com.au. 

In this episode, we chat with Gillian Hollingsworth from Taste Me Creative Catering and reveal a gem on the Central Coast. The Wedding Wombat loves discovering special services and venues- especially if they aren't as well known. Gillian does all the catering and functions at The Lakes Surf Lifesaving Club in Budgewoi and rarely does any advertising because it is a special place shared by word of mouth. Well, the secret is out today on The Wedding Wombat!

Here's how you can get in touch with Gillian:

Phone:  0413 151 000

Web: https://tasteme.com.au/
Email: info@tasteme.com.au
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TasteMeCreativeCatering

Lakes Surf Life Saving Club Functions
Located at  Budgewoi Road, Budgewoi
Web: https://www.thelakesslsc.com.au/function-room
Email: yum@mastercatering.net.au

We also mentioned:

Christian's Patisserie
Located at 17 Thornton Ave Newcastle, NSW
Web: https://christianspatisserie.com.au/
Phone: (02) 4967 3446

Shane's Seafood
Located at 8/17 Laycock St, Carey Bay, NSW
Web: https://www.shanesseafood.com.au/
Phone: (02) 4950 4973

Pukara Oils
Web: https://www.pukaraestate.com.au/

In this episode, we explore the issues surrounding whether you should change or not change your surname. I share an insightful article by Soraya Kishtwari that she wrote for HuffPost. The original article can be read here- https://www.huffpost.com/entry/getting-married-bride-changing-name_n_5f457611c5b64f17e13562a0?fbclid=IwAR2Wh3IlWD96HcwCfcxkkMIbsz0jaG3OO727J2_5BjTY6ios8gYxxB63Sfc and I share TWO Top Fives this episode- the Top 5 Reasons TO change your name and the Top 5 Reasons NOT to change your name. The Wedding Wombat was always designed to challenge stereotypes and question traditions and this episode does just that! 

If you are planning your wedding, feel free to contact me to be your Celebrant, MC or just for some advice or support- I'm here for you!
Call Margie on 0424 041212.
Email margie@metamorphis.com.au
Visit http://www.metamorphis.com.au or http://www.facebook.com/MetamorphisCeremonies