The 16th of the month was our 50th wedding anniversary but we had to put celebrations on hold because not only did Phil have a bad cold but one of the young families had bad 'flu. That day was warm and sunny (25C) and it would have been delightful to spend the afternoon outdoors at K and B's home.
Celebrations postponed until 25th which is a public holiday in Perth so the weather decided to change and now Monday is forecast to be 17C with an 80% change of showers and a thunderstorm in the morning. Quite strong winds and up to 20mm of rain. Seems the sun is not going to shine on our party. I love this weather but feel for Karen who I know has gone to so much trouble to make this a memorable day for Phil and me. I just hate the idea of people having to go out in the rain but I am sure they will gladly do so for 'the ancients' as Karen calls us
We are so looking forward to sharing our day with the family and when thinking of 'the day' 50+ years back I decided to find some black and white photos. This group comprises Best Man Eddie Simcock, the groom and bride, Matron of Honour Betty Simcock and in front is 10 year old son Steven (the ring bearer) and 12 year old daughter Karen (my bridesmaid). Betty was a workmate back in the 1970s and we still keep in touch although live many kms apart these days. Her hubby Eddie unfortunately left this life some years ago. Incidentally I made Karen's frock which was yellow linen with yellow lacy sleeves. (I still have it in a cupboard as a keepsake but don't think she knows that). The orchids were kindly supplied by a charming man where we worked, Bruce Cantwell. Oh yes, my brother Len gave me away but as he was taking the photos I don't have a photo of him which is sad.
Will be back next week to let you know how it all went.
Love those photos. The start of a long and happy life together.
ReplyDeleteToday we are expecting our hottest September day in 52 years. I hope that your cooler weather (and rain) bypass you and travel to us.
Hope your celebration is wonderful - whatever the weather.
Thanks EC. Our cool days are continuing right into October (today only 25C) so not having to water the garden (except pots) which is great.
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ReplyDeleteThank goodness for the invention of the photograph, I say!!! I can just imagine the colours and do so hope that you have a most enjoyable celebration Mimsie and Phil - whatever the weather. YAM xx
Memories are often refreshed with a photo or two
DeleteCelebrations now to be 8th October regardless of what is happening. xx
Happy Anniversary! Lovely photographic memories. I hope the celebration comes off beautifully and no one else gets sick.
ReplyDeleteThanks Sharon. 8th October now date set for celebrations and hopefully all the family will be hale and hearty by then.
DeleteSpring is behaving oddly, yesterday here in Adelaide, she took a dip into summer and I had to switch the aircon to cool setting and give it a test run.
ReplyDeleteThose photos are so beautiful :)
Our weather has been strange all year. Hopefully our summer will be milder than usual as it was last year.
DeleteThe photos are really treasured as we didn't get as many as hoped for.
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