“Love is a partnership of two unique people who bring out the very best in each other, and who know that even though they are wonderful as individuals, they are even better together.” – Barbara Cage
How exciting.
And how unique. Two weddings today.
My niece, Katie Marie, got married here in London, England and Richard’s son, Forrest, got married in Alberta. Wouldn’t it have been wonderful to have been in two places at the same time? But that wasn’t possible. I wish them all the best. My heart is full of love for both of them. What a wonderful feeling knowing you’re spending the rest of your life with your love ❤️ and beginning an incredible journey together.
Quiet morning. Joined my brother and sister-in-law for breakfast. Lovely way to start the day.
Relaxed most of the morning then changed into wedding finery and off to the wedding at The Dickens Inn.
The Dickens Inn is an original warehouse building near Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, and The Shard. Dating back to the 18th century, it is thought to have been built in the early 1700s as a tea factory or a local brewery.
https://www.dickensinn.co.uk/history/
What a fabulous place for a wedding. Perfect for the guests as it was all held in the same venue. Would have been horrific if we’d had to go one place for the ceremony and another for the reception.
The bride was stunning. The groom handsome. The bride walked in to “ I Can’t Help Falling in Love with You.” I could only see the groom’s face during the ceremony but it told it all. The love I saw shining in his eyes as he looked at my niece warmed my heart. A few teary eyes. Especially mine. And it’s not that I see Katie a lot but it’s different knowing that now she’ll be living in England permanently. Life changes.
While photos were taken the guests were treated to Prosecco, beer, and various canapés. Yum.
The reception tables were impeccably dressed. My brother gave a wonderful father of the bride speech. Touching and funny. Perfect balance. Of course others gave great speeches too.
The dinner.
There was also a candy bar, a tea and coffee and sweets table, and a photo booth. The younger generation took full advantage of the photo booth. They had such fun.
My brother picked the song for the father and daughter dance: Sweet Child of Mine. Now that really got my waterworks flowing. Then halfway through the song the groom and his mother joined. I heard this was different for them. They don’t have this dance in their British weddings.
And that was that. I stayed for a few songs, said my goodbyes and congratulations to the happy couple, and took my leave.
All of Me – John Legend
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