ROB & ELLEN | EMU BOTTOM HOMESTEAD

At the beginning of the speeches, at Rob and Ellen’s wedding, there was a joke about how long her father was allowed to speak for. In the end he exceeded everyone’s expectations, and kept every single guest thoroughly entertained and on the edge of their seats – ready to fall off in fits of laughter. I can’t even remember what he said, well most of it anyway. And what I can recall probably shouldn’t be repeated here. But I do remember thinking that it was a proud man standing there – proud of his daughter, and his new son, proud of his wife, and proud of his family and his friends. There was no mistaking his joy in being in amongst each and every one of them, sharing this day and all the moments it held with them. In that moment I could imagine the stories that would travel back to the UK, being told over and over again, the laughter becoming deeper and his pride becoming stronger. I think, all up, he spoke for just under thirty minutes – though it seemed like five. And I’d bet he’d probably say the same about the years he’d spent watching his girl get to where she was right now. But the best bit is there are so many stories yet to come, so many memories to be created and retold to the one day grandkids. No doubt with the same depth of laughter, and pride. With maybe a few extra details sprinkled here and there for good measure.
I’m so happy for Rob and Ellen, for their stories so far, and the ones yet to come. And I’m thankful for the moments I got to share with them, and hopefully show them how wonderful their love and lives are.
Here’s to big love and long speeches. And proud dads too.

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And here’s also to the lovely Kim, for shooting with me on the day. You rock!

Narrelle x