Happy Anniversary!

Well today is our third Anniversary and how time has flown. Whilst some of that day, three years ago, remains a bit of a blur (maybe due to a small amount of alcohol to settle the nerves) the main event remains remarkably clear. But it wasn't just the day itself that was so good, the weeks leading up to the “Big Day” helped to create the right kind of atmosphere as well. Not all of the preparations went entirely to plan, but when do they ever? Despite a few hiccups all minor setbacks were overcome, and the ceremony began. There were obviously the traditional hymns - Jerusalem and others - the photographers (yes there was more than one!) captured everything on film, and the number of people who had turned up to watch - even some without an invite - was amazing.

The day was such a happy one for all the right reasons.

We have had some very happy times since that day, although of late something seems to be missing. There appears to be too much criticism now, whereas previously we just worked together to sort things out. The illness and injuries we have suffered haven't helped (whatever happened to “...in sickness and in health”?) Nor have the retirement of some members of our “family” which sadly have increased the pressures upon us. However, at last things now seem to be a lot happier between us, and hopefully we can look to the future more positively. We have survived an early (very early!) seven year itch, and have come out the other side. In fact “...seven(s)” are possibly our luckiest number, far more so than fifteen, so on that basis (with three years down) at least the next 12 years should be OK!

So Happy Third Anniversary to us! We remain World Champions for at least one more year but the memories of that “Big Day” and our 20 - 17, Rugby World Cup victory over Australia will remain for very many years.

Please note - nowhere did I mention the word “wedding” or “marriage”!!