14 Feb 2012 – Villas de Atlantico, Salvador de Bahia, Brazil – Chis Knox, Not given lightly
Sometimes the weather just rolls on in, what can you do. We arrived to the venue early in order to ensure everything as in place. It was a spectacular setting, tables and chairs draped in the purest white, decorated with more flowers than the Chelsea flower show. A balmy breeze blew across the afternoon, and all was ready. The beach house edged to the white sands at Villas de Atlantico, just north of Salvador de Bahia. The union of Patricia and Darin was only 2 hours away…The clouds exploded overhead…
It was just a little trickle, then SLAM, it started bucketing down. Torrential as in a tropical storm, the 100 guests delicately hid away from the rain under the awnings of the house. The tempest above, not happy at being thwarted decided to throw the water sideways leaving the well dressed people to fend for themselves. The gentlemen aided the ladies in high heels around the house to the only open door, those that couldn’t make it were helped in through the large windows. What a fantastic way to start, all the guests inside with great smiles on there faces, like old comrades that have survived a skirmish together.
…The tempest passed as quickly as it came. The ground dried and all returned to peace and harmony. We awaited the arrival of the bride……
 With the wedding only one week away we decided to get Daz into shape. Sit-ups, pull-ups and swimming everyday. |  By the time the big day arrived, he was a lean mean fighting machine!! (..and so was bops) |
 nMr and Mr Berridge discuss last minute formalities |  The cake was delightful. The likeness of the bride and groom was uncanny |
Night time arrived and so did the bride. Patricia was absolutely stunning.
The singing priest started his service. All was moonbeams and love.
 Darin and his Mother walking up the the isle. |  a few magic words and a ring |
 The union was confirmed by a general vote of support |  and with the ceremonies complete, it was time for FIESTA |
 Lots of very, very good looking people were in attendance |  a few anecdotes from the best man |
 , blessings from the grandmother |  and it was party time |
A superb night. All the love in the world to the newlyweds.
Laters.x.b.rad
