My father, who is 78, married Anny, who is 79, in November. It was a tiny wedding on short notice, with only the pastor, one grandson, and a church member in attendance. Since they had originally planned their wedding for February, they decided to have a public affirmation of their marriage at church in the Sunday service, and then celebrate with family. I flew up last week to join the festivities.
I was designated as the event photographer, so these are my photos of the day!
My brother John, sister Barb, me, and our dad Phil (before I changed my clothes) |
Barb and her husband David |
My daughter Naomi's birthday was on Sunday! |
Anny's daughter Maike, Anny, son-in-law Erwin, and granddaughter Carla |
Off to the church! |
The happy newlyweds, reaffirming their vows |
Carla sang "Ave Maria" accompanied by my brother John |
After the service, we had a celebration lunch at Hunan Manor.
My big brother and I |
Anny's granddaughters, Carla and Kathi |
Maike (Anny's daughter) is on the right, and her mother-in-law Edith is on the left. Anny's son Karl Ludwig lives in Germany, and her daughter Birgit lives in Bolivia. |
Maike's husband Erwin and Kathi's husband Evan |
My little Melody |
After lunch, we had a reception at Dad and Anny's house.
Edith and Anny have been close friends for 50 years, ever since their children (who are married to each other) were elementary students in Bolivia. |
Edith is married to Max, who is from the Netherlands and has worked all over the world. (I wish I could have heard his fascinating stories at lunch.) |
Barb bought the flowers for Anny and corsage for my dad |
Vintage crystal vase with tiny bubbles in the water |
It was a truly lovely day and I enjoyed getting to know Anny's family!
You may also wish to see my last photo post on the Clara Barton house.
Grace and peace,
Virginia Knowles
www.VirginiaKnowles.blogspot.com
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