Our only duty was to blow up the balls and pool toy. We were successful. There was a disco and barbecue lunch beside the pool. That started at 2 and the disco with sets from a friend of Craig and Jen and from Mark, (who has done a couple of professional gigs) went until about […]
Day 11: The wedding- 20 June
Another stunning day. Hot but with a breeze. The high was 37C and that continued for the next day also. After breakfast it was all on for preparation. Pauline and I joined the bridesmaids for the pre ceremony beautification. There were 2 hairdressers and one of them also did Pauline’s and my makeup. The bridesmaids […]
Day 10: Tuscany 19 June
We had a leisurely start in preparation for the arrival of most guests and then the pizza party. The pool is great and the food at Guadelupe is great. We had a good breakfast and a salad for lunch plus lots of water. One of the guests from Singapore (maybe Hong Kong though originally from […]
Days 8-9 London and Italy
Wednesday was all about personal grooming and packing. We walked up to North Finchley and back several times for eyebrows, lashes and haircuts. Lunch at a local Japanese restaurant in the middle, then spray tans for Pauline, Jen and me. Add in a quick trip to the supermarket and packing and that pretty much filled […]
Day 7: The civil ceremony: 16 June
It was an early start to get organised for the civil ceremony which was held in Islington Town Hall. The taxi arrived at 10 and there was a bouquet and buttonhole to make beforehand. Pauline did an excellent job of the bouquet with some minor assistance from Jen and me. I managed an adequate job […]
Day 6: 15 June
This ended up being a busy day. I didn’t sleep well so woke early and dealt with some work emails. Us 4 girls had a nails appointment at 10.30. JenY had added Jen and me to the appointment but I don’t think the change was recorded well at the shop so they were full on […]