“… Nice Day For A White Wedding…”

The wedding was fantastic. No issues, no fuss, weather perfect bride and groom immaculately dressed. Australia was well represented. Outdoor setting after a glorious day, 250 guests at the reception that was held at an Abbey, half an hour from town. The brides father was also the presiding minister at the service.

Things were done a little differently here as far as weddings go. But there again, afterwards we were informed by several locals it was a little different for them too. Each to their own. But it was a great outdoor setting. Loyts of dancing, particulary by the away team, Eagle Rock,  Men At Works Downunda, and a surprise guest singer as the dad of the best man sang his “Americanised” version of Once a Jolly Swagman for bhis new mates the Oss-ies.

We spent the night at the Abbey itself, rooms that used to be housed by the monks until it was discontinued as a working retreat approx. 20 yrs ago. Small rooms, but comfortable enough for one night (only). Certainly an expeience .

Awoke hangover free (only cos the beer was weak…), breakfasted, helped (in my limited capacity) with the cleanup, then a lazy afternoon as we mentally prepared for the cleanup, packing and return to Minneapolis airport tomoz.

But what is it with mosquitoes? Billions of the bastards out here. They love me so much they want to marry me, move in, and have my babies.