Happily ever after (yes i am a soppy old tart)
Today I have decided not to bother with consciousness, I have told everyone at work that I will wake up on Tuesday. It has been well worth getting into this zombie like state though. I got to share a magical weekend with some really wonderful people.
The occasion was the wedding of grega to his beautiful bride ladyserpentine. So much effort had been put into making everything as special and unique as those who had created it. Coventry's historic Guild Hall was a wonderful setting, the outfits were stunning, topped off with the bride's beautiful custom made and designed silver dress. Lots of men in kilts :o) A fairytale castle cake. Right down to the little trimmings like black roses, severed thumbs and spider/batty/skull confetti. Even the weather was glorious.
I remember from a previous ceremony, thinking that I'd know if they were doing the right thing when I heard them speak. I think that may have been the best thing about this one, despite a few obvious nerves, they were both so relaxed and comfortable with the whole thing, it all had an air of being just "right". Even down to the look that Serpentine gave everyone when the Registrar asked for legal impediments.
Then we had photos in the perfect setting of the ruined cathedral, followed by a lovely meal, it's amazing how much entertainment can be gained from a bit of shiny confetti. Well given and very fitting speeches. Then a bit of an incident with Joza and a lot of man knees, the poor thing nearly had to be carried back to the table.
The evening involved more drinking and generous helpings of cheesy music, before degenerating into a bit of a Laughtons style rabble. After being evicted from the wonderful historic hall quite a few remnants hit the hotel bar for more general misbehaviour. I didn't last for much more of this before crawling off to bed.
Thank you both so much for letting me share your special day with you I felt very privileged to be there. It even cheered me up and restored some of my faith in humanity, which is quite something for a grumpy jaded ole' bint like me ;oP
Can't wait to see all the photos.
The occasion was the wedding of grega to his beautiful bride ladyserpentine. So much effort had been put into making everything as special and unique as those who had created it. Coventry's historic Guild Hall was a wonderful setting, the outfits were stunning, topped off with the bride's beautiful custom made and designed silver dress. Lots of men in kilts :o) A fairytale castle cake. Right down to the little trimmings like black roses, severed thumbs and spider/batty/skull confetti. Even the weather was glorious.
I remember from a previous ceremony, thinking that I'd know if they were doing the right thing when I heard them speak. I think that may have been the best thing about this one, despite a few obvious nerves, they were both so relaxed and comfortable with the whole thing, it all had an air of being just "right". Even down to the look that Serpentine gave everyone when the Registrar asked for legal impediments.
Then we had photos in the perfect setting of the ruined cathedral, followed by a lovely meal, it's amazing how much entertainment can be gained from a bit of shiny confetti. Well given and very fitting speeches. Then a bit of an incident with Joza and a lot of man knees, the poor thing nearly had to be carried back to the table.
The evening involved more drinking and generous helpings of cheesy music, before degenerating into a bit of a Laughtons style rabble. After being evicted from the wonderful historic hall quite a few remnants hit the hotel bar for more general misbehaviour. I didn't last for much more of this before crawling off to bed.
Thank you both so much for letting me share your special day with you I felt very privileged to be there. It even cheered me up and restored some of my faith in humanity, which is quite something for a grumpy jaded ole' bint like me ;oP
Can't wait to see all the photos.