the rain finally cleared up and the photos continued, while ones of the bridesmaids and groomsmen were being taken Laura and Lee managed to catch a few moments to themselves

it didn't last too long though before they were dragged back into the frames...

then the photos were over and we dashed down to Penrith for the reception

and the socialization began. This is Claire, one of Thomas's niece a wonderful person who has been very sweet to me, and a whizz with animals, sure to become a guru to me I'm sure.

Lauras beautiful bouquet, has my favourite flowers in it, peonies!!! shame their not in season in August, hope mine look as beautiful

her flowers seem to compliment her garter, i just love that smile of hers.

then she got a hold of her favourite drink, beer! although her mother did insist that it was put into a wine glass

then came the food and speeches, the best man came out with some very revealing secrets that ended up with the groom featuring up on crime watch! rather shocking news for the young bride.

Jack displaying a beautiful fascinator, not entirely sure it suits him but hey each to their own...

then the bridesmaids seemed drawn to lee and tried to drag him off to play games all afternoon

then the real party began (left to right, Peter- father of the bride, Catherine- Thomas's niece, Claire- Thomas's niece)

my favourite part of the evening the first dance they just looked so cute. I photoshopped it a little bit, just to make them stand out a bit more make the look a bit more special.