We woke this morning to an unexpected thunderstorm that travelled through most of eastern Washington. There was lots of thunder, lightening and rain. It sure dropped the temperature, which was very much appreciated.
Mid-afternoon we headed out Stratford Road to Road 11.5 which led to Hidden Meadow where Mark and Kim's wedding was to be held. It's way out in the middle of nowhere and it really is a hidden gem. Tables were set up in an open-sided building and a short way away down the hill from the house an area of chairs was set up in front of a flower bower. A ways further is a pond complete with a pair of swimming swans.
The attendants - the girls all dressed in smoky grey short dresses of various styles, the fellows in suits - came down the grassy hill followed by the little flower girls (the little ring bearer sw all the people and fled back into the house!). The bride was laughing as she joined Mark at the front for the ceremony.
The rain held off and the cloud cover thankfully lasted until we moved over to our tables. It would have been unmercifully hot without that cloud cover. A scrumptious wedding supper with ham, rolls, summer salads, fresh fruit and smoked salmon was served by Di's Catering. (I can't believe Diane is really thinking about retiring!)
The food was wonderful, but visiting with friends and church family was even better. We had assigned tables, but everyone seemed to mingle and chat. After toasts, the new couple cut a giant cupcake. Guests had a choice of peppermint chocolate or raspberry cupcakes. An area beside the pond was set up for the musicians and dancing and a good time was had by all.
We are back at the motel with my foot elevated. I chose to go without the wrap and air splint today and did okay, though it's swollen tonight. I 'm glad I had my purple cane though as the lawn was a bit rough.
We're both tired, but had a lovely day!
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