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I enjoyed the wedding on Saturday. It was such a lovely location and the bride and groom were so happy, and both looked amazing.

There was a lot of waiting at first as things had became delayed so the main wedding party were still eating dessert when the evening guests arrived. But, we could wait in a courtyard with an attached bar, and met up with some old friends and just chatted until everyone could go to the main area.

Because of that delay lots of things got pushed back, the photo booth people could only take photos for an hour as they'd turned up at the time they'd been booked from, when the majority of people were still waiting outside. Then the food -- hot rolls, beef in gravy, pork in gravy, vegan sausages in gravy, complete with chips and various sauces, wasn't served until 10:30. Which was good for the main guests who were still eating at seven, but not so much for everyone else. But, there was also a nicely stocked free candy bar, so people were fuelled by sugar.

Funny story, while waiting a lady came rushing over saying, I know you but don't know how! I didn't know how either, though knew her face, so gave a few suggestions, were we at school together? Scout events? ( The bride and groom were both scouts, which is why we were invited, from that connection ) but it actually turned out she works at Company Shop, just neither of us clicked the connection due to being dressed so differently than usual.

She was such a lot of fun though, and insisted on buying a round of shots for everyone while we were waiting. No idea what the shot was, but it tasted good.

Despite the timing issues it was such a good night and if it wasn't such a long drive home we would have stayed even later than we did. If anyone is interested, I posted photos on Insta, here.

Yesterday was class, then Bodhisitting on the afternoon. Lucy did offer to pick me up but I said I'd just walk up after class as it seemed pointless to walk home then be picked up half an hour later. Plus, it was a lovely sunny day, so I enjoyed the walk.

Class was about fibre, which was quite interesting, and the battle ropes and slam ball was out, which I enjoyed. Though, things felt a bit extra challenging after class being off last week and me not doing my usual at home stuff due to not feeling well. After leaving some of the ladies were stopping for a drink at the attached gym cafe and asked me if I wanted to join them, but I couldn't which is a shame. Hopefully, that will happen again as while I've made one friend who I tend to walk home with, it'll be nice to talk to more of the others away from the class setting.

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I'm glad you enjoyed the outing, even if things were running late.

Isn't it so annoying when you KNOW you know someone, but can't place them? LOL

It was such a good evening. I did feel for the bride and groom as things kept getting later. But, it was just one of those things.

Isn't it so annoying when you KNOW you know someone, but can't place them? LOL

Yep!

Glad the wedding was fun, even if things were delayed a bit. Also good job on your fitness class!

I was glad of that candy bar when the delay meant food was served so late. Though, did have more sugar than I've eaten for ages.

I love my class, and the people in it. I never thought I'd end up making friends due to something like this.

I'm glad you had fun at the wedding, even though there was such a delay. I've never heard of doing that way, with evening guests!

Yay for battle ropes!!

It was such a good evening. But yeah, evening guests are very typical in my neck of the woods. I did the same for our wedding, family and close friends during the day. Then a lot more friends were invited at night.

The battle ropes remain fun :D

I wonder if some people do that around here and I'm the only one who's never heard of it. *g*

I wonder if some people do that around here and I'm the only one who's never heard of it. *g*

If so, it must be because you're important and always get a full day invite!

You look great, love the dress!

Thank you so much!

You both looked fantastic! I'm glad it was a good night in spite of the delays :D

Thank you!

It was a great night, though I did feel sorry for the bride when she was told the photo booth people were leaving. Not that I blame them for doing so, but paying for two hours and getting less than an hour due to delays must have stung.

You both look awesome in your snazzy outfits and I'm glad to hear you enjoyed yourself so much.

Also good to hear you're starting to make friends at class. I'll keep my fingers crossed you'll get another opportunity to socialise after next class.

Thank you! That dress was one of my charity shop finds, so it's very pleasing to see people admire it :)

I hope there is another meeting after class. I would have enjoyed the one last week, but just didn't have time to go there and then walk to Kayleigh's, too.