Wedding

Carolyn and Stuart

I’ve just returned from the wedding of my friends Carolyn and Stuart in Canberra. Going to the capital city for the second time was exciting as I wasn’t going as a tourist but as a friend to celebrate a momentous occasion for two special people. The wedding was actually held in a little town called Bungendore, about 45 minutes drive out of Canberra. The ceremony and reception was at this quaint building called The Stone House, which had a beautiful garden and flowers.

The initial plan was to have the couple out in the garden as they said their vows but that had to be scrapped as the weather wasn’t very favourable. In the end, they decided to have it on the patio. Carolyn looked beautiful as she walked out in her champagne vintage inspired dress and Stuart had a tear in his eye as he watched her coming towards him with her father. In fact, all of us were tearing up as they said their vows to each other. It was so wonderful to share the great love they have for each other. In his excited haste, Stuart couldn’t wait to kiss the bride but was stopped by the celebrant who then said, “You may now kiss the bride” and then only was he allowed to kiss Carolyn.

After that we had champagne and there were plenty of photos with family and friends before we retired to the French restaurant 10 minutes up the road for a scrumptious gastronomic meal. It was a yummy three course meal with lots of wine and more champagne. The highlight of the evening was the band called ‘Who’s your Daddy?’ of which the saxophonist was Stuart’s cousin! Everyone got onto the dance floor and boogied the night away. What a fantastic way to end the weekend. I was almost sorry to return to Sydney.

Grandpa with Layla

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