The Wedding Journal
Notes from the magical
Wedding Host
My own personal notebook collated over time
Well isn’t this delightful?
Here you will find my thoughts, musings, and chronicles of Love. Over decades of work as a professional Magician and Magical Wedding host, I have seen (almost) everything.
Here you can read hints and tips to enhance your day, ideas that I have seen and loved, and read about weddings that I have hosted, and why (in my opinion) they were excellent.
So whether you want to read, watch, or listen, sit back, relax, and enjoy.
Wedding Host vs Toastmaster What’s the Difference
A wedding host and a toastmaster both take responsibility for guiding the day, ensuring guests know what is happening, where they need to be, and when key moments take place. Where the difference becomes clear is not in the responsibilities themselves, but in how...
Do You Need a Wedding Host or MC?
Many couples ask, “Do I need a wedding host or MC?” particularly when planning how their day will run in practice. While not every wedding includes one, many couples find that having someone responsible for the flow of the day makes a noticeable difference to how it...
The Bouquet Toss: Where It Comes From, What It Means, and Should You Still Do It?
It’s the moment that has wedding guests clutching their wine and stepping back — or surging forward, depending on the crowd. The bouquet toss. A tradition that’s endured for centuries… even if no one’s entirely sure why. So where did it begin, what does it symbolise,...
How Do You Keep Guests Engaged Between the Ceremony and the Meal?
There’s a curious lull that happens at many weddings — just after the ceremony, before the meal. The vows have been made, the confetti has flown… and then what? Guests clutch flutes of prosecco, unsure of where to stand, what to do, or when they’ll next be seated....
When Things Go Wrong: Behind the Scenes of a Wedding Day
Weddings are often described as “the best day of your life” — and they very well can be. But behind every flawless wedding are moments of quiet chaos, last-minute adjustments, and someone keeping it all together while nobody notices a thing. As a professional host,...
The Meaning Behind the Ring: History and Symbolism
It’s a small circle of metal, often overlooked among the grandeur of gowns and florals. And yet, the wedding ring holds a significance that quietly outshines all other wedding details. It is the symbol that lasts long after the cake is cut, the speeches are spoken,...