Friends of ours, Paul and Lorraine, final
got hitched after ten years of being together. It was a big affair that was
made successful by the assistance of so many people. St James church was where
the ceremony was held and special permission had to be obtained from the
Archbishop which came on a lovely scroll. It and the tea rooms used for the reception
are associated with the Titsey estate where Paul works as a gardener. The
owners were very welcoming and supportive. Much of the decorating was done with
the assistance of talented friends and the whole place looked transformed into
a wonderland. The couple also put on entertainment in the form of a circus act
for the kids (big and small) and a disco for the evening. One of Lorraine’s
brothers, Ian, organised a caricature artist to sketch people, Paul organised a
surprise bagpiper to escort the couple from the church to the house, and there
was also a hog roast, a fabulous cake, a late night pizza van and much more. Many
of stayed the night at the lovely Lingfield Park.
Being the best man meant I felt buttoned
up in the unfamiliar suit and on duty until after my speech, which went down
well, when I could relax a little.
Although it all was wonderful and the
bride and groom were happy as clams, I was quite glad when it was all over.
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