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Heavy rain fell overnight. Although it lessened during the day, it continued to irrigate the garden.
This meant a trip into the photographic archives. Today’s selection for scanning was from colour negatives of Michael and Heidi’s wedding on 5th October 1991.
Some of us stayed at Michael’s overnight. This provided an opportunity for the rarity of a photograph of me with all my children together. Jessica probably took the photograph. Louisa sat on her favourite lap,
and she and Sam gave Mat their full attention. Perhaps Louisa was a little worried that Sam’s ruffling could get out of hand. Becky seems to have come into some money.
On the morning of the event it was time to get togged up. Matthew needed assistance with cuff links.
Becky and Jessica sported splendid pink and white lilies.
Soon, Sam and Mat looked the business, with white carnations for their floral adornment.
Meanwhile, at her parents home just up the road in South Croydon, Heidi was preparing herself,
Louisa,
and her other bridesmaids, who, like the Royals they felt, appeared on the balcony for the benefit of their public.
This evening Jackie and I enjoyed her chicken thighs marinaded in hot chilli sauce; mushroom rice; runner beans; and a melange of peppers, a courgette from Elizabeth’s garden, and leeks bound by flour and egg. She drank Hoegaarden, and I drank Pyrene cabernet sauvignon/tempranillo 2011.
I can see the family resemblance in that photo of you and the children though they looked totally different after being spruced up. 🙂
Many thanks, Mary
Lovely photos Derrick – and nice to see that particular family shot.
Many thanks, Pauline
How lovely–what a fun post of family memories! The family group shot is wonderful, and I love the women on the balcony.
Many thanks, Merril
What a grand day that must have been.
It was, Peggy. As you would expect, there are more to come. Thanks a lot.
Such lovely photos, and how great is it that getting “togged up” included those hats !!
Many thanks, Van
Great shots and fond memories! It rarely gets better than that…
Many thanks Anna
What a great trip down memory lane for you, Derrick. I’m loving the top hat!
Many thanks, Jill 🙂
Nothing like a wedding to bring out the happy smiles! Congratulations on having a beautiful family!
Many thanks, Diane
Sweet pictures and sweet memories!
Yep. Thanks, Laurie
I like the way you tell a story with photos. Fun to read. I’m a storyteller with photos, too.
‘Nothing found’ on your site
So nice of you to try to see my storytelling blog. My blog is on wordpress but I’m having some tech-y connections with it that I’m working out. In the meantime, here’s a direct link to my blog: overthehillontheyellowbrickroad.com or
https://overthehillontheyellowbrickroad.com/
I hope you enjoy it! Cathi
Done. Looks good. Thanks Cathi.
Beautiful memories to share. Thank you, Derrick!
Thanks very much, Amy