From Poland with Love

2011 seems to be the year for weddings!  And I was so lucky to get to travel to Rogow, Poland to witness my dear UK friends, Ewa and Peter join their lives.  Flying into Krakow on a cold and rainy day, I meet up with some work friends to drive the 2 hrs across Poland to reach the small, quaint village.  Luckily, the weather could not have been more perfect for the day, with temps in the mid 70's (F) and the sun gently warming the guests as we gathered outside the church to await the bride.

With the groom taking his place alongside the best man, the doors opened to reveal the procession of the bridesmaids, and then, with the sun throwing rays at their feet, the radiant bride was lead down the aisle by her father.   The ceremony was entirely in Polish, so we were wondering exactly what Pete agreed to, however he did so with the biggest smile ever seen.

As soon as Pete and Ewa were named husband and wife, the party began!  The couple greeted their subjects from the balcony of the castle, and we enjoyed bubbles and bites before moving inside of the beginning of what would end up being a 8-course meal!  At least, I think there were 8-courses...I lost count!!   And on the tables were bottles of specially labeled vodka for the toasts.  And there were LOTS of toasts!  And the bottles keep coming.   At one point, they called up all the guests by birthday month in order for us to do shots!  So glad I had plenty of practice in college ;)

The party went on into the wee hours of the morning.  Our crew called it a night at about 3am, however rumour has it that the party went on until 7am.   The perfect celebration for one of the best couples I have ever meet!!

Congratulations and Best Wishes Peter and Ewa!!!!!