This might be a regional thing but usually a "wedding breakfast" isn't an actual, literal breakfast, as in the meal eaten in the morning. It's a British term for the dinner that's part of the reception, usually in the late afternoon or evening. I've never heard the term used in the US, but then I've never been to a wedding in this part of the country.
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I don't really know about Wyoming, but in the south, some families (like my clan in Georgia) make a whole day (sometimes even two) event out of weddings, funerals, etc, with plenty of opportunities for face stuffing. I plan on drawing out this happy occasion because it's the last time we'll see everyone (well, almost everyone) together before the story closes. Of course, there's still that little "Sweet Life" ranch in the future, but things are pretty well wrapped up at this point.
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When you've got people coming from all over there are often multiple orgies of food and relatives. I guess I wouldn't have called it a wedding breakfast, but that's just because I've read that in a different context. I'm taking it that the wedding is in the late morning or early afternoon?
Yep, the wedding will be in the early afternoon, with an outdoor reception to follow. The wedding party and friends are getting together for breakfast as a start to the big day. I think Ennis was the first to call it a "weddin' breakfast", but it's not being used as an official term or anything (like "rehearsal dinner", for instance).
Did Ennis talk to Jenny before he went to see Alma and Monroe? It seems from the description of her response to his telling her they were going to Texas as if they hadn't talked, at least to me.
I was glad that Bobby did tell Ennis his suspicions. Not quite as sure as Jack that Jenny only sees Bobby as a little brother. Do you french-kiss your little brother? It will be interesting to see what happens when she comes to Texas.
I liked your parallels at the beginning and end of the chapter. They deserve to be that kind of happy. And I'm glad Junior's wedding seems to be fated to go smoothly (crosses fingers). Alma is a strong woman, but she's got one heck of a day to get through, and some decisions to make.
Wedding breakfast, hunh? I've never heard of that except in English novels, and they didn't eat it at breakfast time. Have heard of Wedding brunches, though.:-)
I just re-read Ennis and Jenny's convo and you're right; it sounds like she had no inkling. Clumsy writing on my part.
And you're right about Jack. He sees something between Jenny and Bobby, but he underestimates his boy a little. On one hand, Jack gives Bobby credit for maturity, on the other, like many parents, he still sees him as a little boy in many ways, especially when it comes to you know what.
A nice blend of romance and realitycynical21May 10 2007, 17:32:20 UTC
And a measure of how much Ennis has grown up in that he didn't feed Monroe a mouth full of teeth.
Lovely, touching moments between J & E, and moments that any parent would recognize, between Ennis and Jenny, Ennis and Junior, Jack and Bobby, and - in a quiet, loving, and gratifying way - between Ennis and Bobby. You have reinforced the fact that these are all good, decent people (all except Monroe-the-cretin, of course) who deserve better lives than the ones they've lived. Hopefully, that changes from this day forward.
This remains my very favorite Bailey story - THE quintessential "What if . . ." scenario, featuring the characters that Annie created, enhanced and enlarged upon, with fundamental truths preserved and honored.
Re: A nice blend of romance and realitybaileymoyesMay 10 2007, 18:45:16 UTC
Thank you, Friend. Nice to hear your 'voice' again.
I had a scenario planned where Ennis decked Monroe at the reception, but it seemed fitter for him to think it through and handle it without violence (though a little intimidation may have been used).
And now it's time for the sweet life that Jack and Ennis so richly deserve. Any thoughts I might have had about Jack dying just as they achieved their dreams have faded like they never were. Any point I might have wanted to make about ineluctable Fate can't stand in face of the happiness of two shepherds. Thank you for always reinforcing my faith.
Re: A nice blend of romance and realityneverdone39May 10 2007, 20:25:55 UTC
And now it's time for the sweet life that Jack and Ennis so richly deserve. Yes.
Any thoughts I might have had about Jack dying just as they achieved their dreams... *gasp* I'm frightened after the event. I'm almost tempted to say "Don't you dare" ;)
Any point I might have wanted to make about ineluctable Fate can't stand in face of the happiness of two shepherds Good for you. And for us. And for them.
I think I'll never get tired of reading E&J of IBSY together. After you put them (and us) through the wringer, you do them justice now.
He knew with the sureness of the turning seasons that he would never, could never get tired of loving Jack Twist and regret for the lost years welled up in him. Resolutely, he tamped it back down, unwilling to waste even a single moment of his second chance in bemoaning what might have been. Jack was here now, warm and willing, and the best thing that could ever have happened to damaged goods like Ennis del Mar. My fav lines.
“Don’t drown us in information,” Bobby said. LOL. Love me a bit humor midst a grave scene.
So, Jenny is coming to Texas, like my romantic heart (and reasonable mind) wanted to. Could make some interesting developments. Or maybe not. Could also be great stuff to be included into an epilogue (which is hopefully still some chapters away). Just thinking out loud here.... :)
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This might be a regional thing but usually a "wedding breakfast" isn't an actual, literal breakfast, as in the meal eaten in the morning. It's a British term for the dinner that's part of the reception, usually in the late afternoon or evening. I've never heard the term used in the US, but then I've never been to a wedding in this part of the country.
I've been missing this story like whoa. So glad it's back.
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Thank you for being such a loyal reader. It mean a helluva lot to me.
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I was glad that Bobby did tell Ennis his suspicions. Not quite as sure as Jack that Jenny only sees Bobby as a little brother. Do you french-kiss your little brother? It will be interesting to see what happens when she comes to Texas.
I liked your parallels at the beginning and end of the chapter. They deserve to be that kind of happy. And I'm glad Junior's wedding seems to be fated to go smoothly (crosses fingers). Alma is a strong woman, but she's got one heck of a day to get through, and some decisions to make.
Wedding breakfast, hunh? I've never heard of that except in English novels, and they didn't eat it at breakfast time. Have heard of Wedding brunches, though.:-)
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And you're right about Jack. He sees something between Jenny and Bobby, but he underestimates his boy a little. On one hand, Jack gives Bobby credit for maturity, on the other, like many parents, he still sees him as a little boy in many ways, especially when it comes to you know what.
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Lovely, touching moments between J & E, and moments that any parent would recognize, between Ennis and Jenny, Ennis and Junior, Jack and Bobby, and - in a quiet, loving, and gratifying way - between Ennis and Bobby. You have reinforced the fact that these are all good, decent people (all except Monroe-the-cretin, of course) who deserve better lives than the ones they've lived. Hopefully, that changes from this day forward.
This remains my very favorite Bailey story - THE quintessential "What if . . ." scenario, featuring the characters that Annie created, enhanced and enlarged upon, with fundamental truths preserved and honored.
Well done.
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I had a scenario planned where Ennis decked Monroe at the reception, but it seemed fitter for him to think it through and handle it without violence (though a little intimidation may have been used).
And now it's time for the sweet life that Jack and Ennis so richly deserve. Any thoughts I might have had about Jack dying just as they achieved their dreams have faded like they never were. Any point I might have wanted to make about ineluctable Fate can't stand in face of the happiness of two shepherds. Thank you for always reinforcing my faith.
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Yes.
Any thoughts I might have had about Jack dying just as they achieved their dreams...
*gasp* I'm frightened after the event. I'm almost tempted to say "Don't you dare" ;)
Any point I might have wanted to make about ineluctable Fate can't stand in face of the happiness of two shepherds
Good for you. And for us. And for them.
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After you put them (and us) through the wringer, you do them justice now.
He knew with the sureness of the turning seasons that he would never, could never get tired of loving Jack Twist and regret for the lost years welled up in him. Resolutely, he tamped it back down, unwilling to waste even a single moment of his second chance in bemoaning what might have been. Jack was here now, warm and willing, and the best thing that could ever have happened to damaged goods like Ennis del Mar.
My fav lines.
“Don’t drown us in information,” Bobby said.
LOL. Love me a bit humor midst a grave scene.
So, Jenny is coming to Texas, like my romantic heart (and reasonable mind) wanted to. Could make some interesting developments. Or maybe not. Could also be great stuff to be included into an epilogue (which is hopefully still some chapters away). Just thinking out loud here.... :)
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