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This morning we visited Caroline and Keith Martin in Highcliffe, where we enjoyed seeing the developments in their garden during this, their third summer there, and having a convivial conversation over coffee and biscuits.
The weather was dull and overcast with showers of varying velocity. It was, therefore, back to the photographic archives for me. Two days ago I had featured preparation for Michael and Heidi’s wedding on 5th October 1991. Today, choosing to present a few in monochrome, I scanned more colour negatives, moving on to the reception.
This must have been taken the evening before.
On the day, Sam had an important ushering role.
I managed a couple of not very successful shots of the bride and groom on the lawn,
then mingled with guests like my brother, Chris;
my friends Don,
Steve,
and Maurice;
and relatives like Jessica’s nieces Laura and Kate,
and my nephew James and his son Che.
Matthew made this image of the top table, including Heidi’s sister Cath, me, Heidi’s mother Joan, Michael, Heidi, her animated father, Werner, and Jessica. Cigarettes had not been outlawed in 1991.
Something had clearly amused Michael and his mother-in-law.
The groom certainly enjoyed his speech,
as did his wife,
and father-in-law,
who paid close attention, along with Jessica, and Best Man, Mark Banks. The bride appeared rapt.
Joan was happy to receive a beautiful bouquet.
I then continued with my photographic duties.
Becky sits beside my mother. Elizabeth is on her feet between Mum and our sister-in-law, Frances.
My niece, Alex, must have borrowed someone’s top hat, and I really hope Louisa was being very optimistic with an empty glass of champagne;
and I dread to think what Danni had spotted in this one
I can’t believe my nephew Adam was ever that small.
This evening we dined at The Monkey House. Jackie enjoyed a brie starter followed by gammon steak; mine was whitebait followed by sirloin steak. Jackie drank Amstel and I drank Le Fou pinot noir 2016.
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Treasures, each and everyone of these!
Very many thanks, GP
I am enraptured by the fashions ..
Many thanks, Osyth
The photo of Louisa with the empty glass is a classic, it captures the act of every child at every wedding 🙂
So true, Pauline. Many thanks. X
In the garden shot the bride looked as if she was carrying a gigantic bouquet 🙂
So she did. 🙂 Thanks a lot, Mary
Lovely family memories!
Many thanks, Merril
Having been in wedding mode most of the summer it was a delight to see these photos! And I have to admit I got an instant crush on Maurice!
Well, he’ll be pleased. Thanks a lot, Elizabeth
I always enjoy your photos. Even the really old ones!
Thankyou Derrick, l always enjoyed a lovely wedding, haha especially my own, the overall joy of these occasions are so heartwarming. …
Many thanks, Ivor
Jessica with the arresting eyes and smile 🙂 and all the family are lovely, happy–such fun to view. (I may sometime share my youngest daughter’s woodsy wedding- -a bit different.)
Very many thanks, Cynthia.
Those are charming folks and priceless moments captured by the magic of photography. Even in the wildly popular Harry Potter saga rippling with magic, J K Rowling couldn’t find a reason to tweak this common Muggle science/art. You are great behind the lens though.
Very many thanks, Uma
Wonderful narrative and memories. I liked the word, ‘convivial’. 😊
Thanks very much, Steve
The beaming face and red cheeks of the groom are so touching. Wonderful photos!
Many thanks, Laurie
1991 – my first daughter was born. It seems like just a few years ago, but I know it was a long time ago. These pictures make me want to go through my own pictures and remember.
You must, Jodie. Many thanks.
It’s time, isn’t it, Derrick? My eldest has lived on her own for quite a few years, now, but she is still a big part of our lives. My twins just started college, but they still live here at home. So my nest isn’t too empty. I don’t want to start going through the old photos after they all are gone. Too hard!
Retirement gives the time. As you know, some people in the photos are no longer alive. However, the memories are still valuable. Thanks very much, Jodie.
Yes, I think of your losses often, even though you con’t mention them too often.
Thank you, Jodie. They make us what we are today
Indeed. I appreciate substance.
(Which must be a shock, since I am in the USA . . . ba – dum – bum)
What great wedding pictures in these two blogs. I do have to ask whether whitebait is minnows of some sort? It’s a language thing–I’m thinking you wouldn’t be eating fish bait…
It’s a collective term for the immature fry of fish, Lisa. You prompted me to look it up 🙂 Thank you.
I wondered if it was minnows or smelt. Thanks!
Your wedding reception photos are really authentic and so interesting, Derrick. I’m making my way back to the last post I was present here.
I enjoyed your meal description of both The Monkey House meals. Yummy!
Many thanks, Robin
You’re welcome! 🌸
Great memories, and another photo for the “Young Derrick” files. 🙂