CHERISHED MEMORIES Understandably, there were a few nerves on the day, “I was probably the most nervous I have ever been,” shares Lauren, “I was both emotional and extremely happy to get to this day.” Although with eight bridesmaids and two flowergirls (the couples’ children) she was certainly supported. “We also had nine pageboys in navy blue who also walked down the aisle before the bridesmaids. Seeing all of them look so beautiful was incredibly special. Having our children there for the day was something I will never forget.” Another standout moment for Lauren was walking down the aisle with her dad and having her mum as a witness. “Then actually seeing Rob so emotional at the end of the aisle added to my memorable moments. I know Rob enjoyed the party once he could relax after his speech – I cried during most of them, all were so well-written and delivered.” “Our two-year-old daughter, Daisy, had danced around in her ‘princess bridesmaid dress’ the night before and thought it was brilliant, but on-the-day she didn’t want to put her dress on!” recalls Lauren. “My sister Kirsty had her wrapped in a towel seconds before walking down the aisle but somehow managed to get the dress on her before their big entrance. It was not funny on the day as I was walking behind her, but we can laugh about it now.” THE SUPPORT ACT “My auntie Ann, worked so hard setting up for us, and the venue looked beautiful,” recalls Lauren. “My sister wrote a poem for her speech, which was hilarious and emotional at the same time. She knows Rob and I well so had incorporated our relationship history. My mum and bridesmaids really helped looking after our children and ensuring the day ran as smoothly as possible. They ended up doing a lot more work during the turnover of the ceremony to the sit-down meal. And also a thank you to Lorraine and her partner (our photographers) for getting us outside for some pictures despite the rain; she got us down under the arches for photos and it was beautiful.” REAL WEDDINGS 43
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