My own Love Story started in 1988 when I finished High School in Melbourne and went to Ag College. I was happily single at the time and certainly not looking for a boyfriend nor a husband for that matter.
But, lo and behold in O’Week, I met the love of my life, Andrew.
We quickly became ‘an item’ and have been together ever since. We married in 1991 in Fremantle, WA and that was one of the most joyous occasions of my life.
My celebrant was not as good as I had anticipated. He was running late and cutting blocks past the venue looking for a car park whilst I was waiting on the kerb with my dad ready to walk down the aisle. He had forgotten the bible that Andrew’s brother was supposed to do a reading from and when I received my Marriage Certificate in the mail, my dad’s name was misspelt in three places…
Since then we’ve worked all over Australia, before settling in Central Victoria to take over the family farm. We have raised 3 wonderful adults and are blessed with two grandchildren.
Fast forward to early 2025 and my daughter and her fiancé asked me if I could wed them. I said “Sure why not.” because my kids and husband are my everything. I studied my b*tt off and after 11 months, I was appointed as an authorised Wedding Celebrant. Marrying my daughter was a huge honour and I will treasure the memories of that day forever.
I decided to turn my new skills into a business – ‘Love Stories by Liesbeth’ – and have vowed to let my own wedding experience with my celebrant never happen to any of my clients.
Being married is the most wonderful experience. In 2025 we celebrated 34 years of wedded bliss. Growing ‘old’ with Andrew is a dream come true and one I treasure every single day. Andrew is my best friend, lover, business partner, co-adventurer and I am still crazy about him.
‘Happily Ever After‘ does exist, and it is something I wish for every couple that crosses my path.
